Joel Abney4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleI'll just leave this here to speak for itself.
Showhomes Raleigh Home Staging
How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%87+51.1Reliability 26%81+21.1Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 87Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.87SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#107 of 149 home staging servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 28%
4.9 ★★★★★ 78 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2025latest review
Showhomes Raleigh Home Staging at a glance
Google reviewers rate the service 4.9 out of 5 based on 78 reviews, highlighting professional staging, timely execution, and clear communication. Customers frequently note that the comprehensive approach includes managing repairs and coordinating showings, which often results in faster home sales and positive buyer feedback. Pricing is described as reasonable and valuable, though the owner does not respond to reviews. One low-star comment provides no specific details, preventing identification of a common criticism pattern.
- Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 78 reviews (97% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 78 Google reviews (71 with written comments, 5 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 9, 2025.
- Service: Home Staging Service serving Cary, North Carolina.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.
Score profile vs other home staging services
Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and craft & service; weakest: reliability.
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Showhomes Raleigh Home Staging: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
87
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Showhomes Raleigh Home Staging: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
81
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Showhomes Raleigh Home Staging: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Showhomes Raleigh Home Staging: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 63.–
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Star ratings
78 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars7697%
- 4 stars11%
- 3 stars00%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star11%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 71 written reviews
- Praise11798%
- Complaints22%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Speed & response2622%
- Staff & attitude2521%
- Would recommend2218%
- Quality & results1714%
- Communication1513%
- Price & value119%
- Honesty & trust33%
What customers talk about
We read 71 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Fast, professional, and able to provide maximum value for my budget.”
“They were helpful, prompt, and offered recommendations as well.”
“I would highly recommend them if you want to show your home to its full potential for sale.”
“I cannot recommend Fred and his Raleigh Showhomes team enough for their high-quality services!”
“They do an amazing job—my clients love them, and they consistently make real estate agents' lives easier.”
“They meet their timelines, communicate very well, and are always transparent about everything that happens.”
“We ended up trusting their input and made some changes that initially felt like an investment, but proved to be worth it without question.”
“Honestly, I'd received a very strong recommendation to consider Showhome's staging services before I left North Carolina, not realizing that their ran…”
People customers mention
- Fred 19 reviews
- Pierson 5 reviews
- Kristy 4 reviews
- Lorraine 3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Ken40 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Fast, professional, and able to provide maximum value for my budget. Created a tremendous impact for the listing of my home. Leanne and her team knocked it out of the park for us!
TongjunLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Fred and his team are the best! They helped me staged a couple of home very attractive. They are very responsive, considerate and put customer needs on top. Highly recommend.
LesLocal Guide · 118 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
What a great investment. Showhomes did an amazing job of staging our house. When I saw what they had achieved, I actually felt some regret about moving! I loved the style and the elegance of their choices, and how it was laid out to show what was possible for potential buyers. There was nothing I would have…
KristiLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
They were helpful, prompt, and offered recommendations as well. The house looked great and sold. Mission accomplished!
Eric6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
I have worked with the Showhomes team on multiple different houses now and they are incredible to work with! They meet their timelines, communicate very well, and are always transparent about everything that happens. Highly recommend them!
CherylLocal Guide · 37 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
We had the best experience with this staging company, and Kristy in particular. She staged our home beautifully, was patient and kind throughout the process, and our house sold immediately! I cannot recommend them highly enough.
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Customer reviews
4.9 ★★★★★ 78 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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Team members customers mention
Ken Crowder40 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ken has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleFast, professional, and able to provide maximum value for my budget. Created a tremendous impact for the listing of my home. Leanne and her team knocked it out of the park for us!
Tongjun WuLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tongjun has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleFred and his team are the best! They helped me staged a couple of home very attractive. They are very responsive, considerate and put customer needs on top. Highly recommend.
Les ShortLocal Guide · 118 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Les has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWhat a great investment. Showhomes did an amazing job of staging our house. When I saw what they had achieved, I actually felt some regret about moving! I loved the style and the elegance of their choices, and how it was laid out to show what was possible for potential buyers. There was nothing I would have changed, and I am sure it helped persuade people to come take a look. I'm happy to say that we sold the house and we want to thank Showhomes (Fred and his crew) for their important role in that. I would highly recommend them if you want to show your home to its full potential for sale. (I attached a few photos so you can see what they did for our basic three-bedroom ranch.)
Kristi MayLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kristi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleThey were helpful, prompt, and offered recommendations as well. The house looked great and sold. Mission accomplished!
Eric Davis6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Eric has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleI have worked with the Showhomes team on multiple different houses now and they are incredible to work with! They meet their timelines, communicate very well, and are always transparent about everything that happens. Highly recommend them!
CherylLocal Guide · 37 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cheryl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWe had the best experience with this staging company, and Kristy in particular. She staged our home beautifully, was patient and kind throughout the process, and our house sold immediately! I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Shawn BrittLocal Guide · 38 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shawn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleI have personally used and professionally referred ShowingTime for over 10 years. They do an amazing job—my clients love them, and they consistently make real estate agents' lives easier. Their team collaborates seamlessly to present homes at their best, including top-notch interior design.
Judd WeisgalLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Judd has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleThe BEST! Super happy with the service and quality!
Morgan Xin4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Morgan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleShowhomes Raleigh was amazing! All the team members were dedicated to clients. The staging taste was phenomenal and the designers paid attention to every detail. The movers were very careful when moving in and out. I highly recommend!
Business details
- Phone: (919) 244-9688
- Website: showhomes.com
- Service area: Cary, NC