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Tactical Grooming logoHow 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 55%88+48Reliability 24%81+19.6Value 14%87+12.3Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 87Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.87SCORE

Tactical Grooming

Madison, AL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #26Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 96 pet services · 4.9★ from 190 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other pet services (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: momentum and replies to reviews; 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.Tactical Grooming is better than 88% of pet services.A
88
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.Tactical Grooming is better than 81% of pet services.A
81
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle 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.Tactical Grooming is better than 99% of pet services.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.Tactical Grooming is better than 87% of pet services.A
87
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises 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.Tactical Grooming is better than 100% of pet services.A
100
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.Tactical Grooming is better than 100% of pet services.A
100

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Customers hired Tactical Grooming for 8 kinds of job.

Tactical Grooming for straight razor shave

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.22
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$60–70
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 92/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Straight razor shave”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#1 / 1

All 22 Google reviews tagged “Straight razor shave” · showing 20

Trenton3 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. · Edited 8 months ago★★★★★

Krista at Tactical Grooming has cut my hair every two weeks for over two years now and every time it’s the highlight of my week. She always does an excellent job and takes great pride in her work. As a fellow Veteran Business owner, I am glad to support local small business and refer this shop to my friends. I highly recommend Tactical Grooming!

Paid $60–70Custom cutHaircutBeard maintenance
William13 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Krista is the best barber. Period. She does a fantastic job making me look my best even when I wasn't sure what cut I wanted. Her consistency and attention to detail is top tier. 1000% recommend.

Paid $40–50Eyebrow trimmingHaircutStraight razor shave
Jason14 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. · Edited 9 months ago★★★★★

Love getting my hair cut here at Tactical Grooming. Great place and love the environment.

HaircutShaveStraight razor shave
MikeLocal Guide · 50 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★★★★★

Great customer service. Best beard trim and straight razor shave in the county.

Paid $50–60Eyebrow trimmingKids' cutsRazor cut
BrentLocal Guide · 15 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★★★★★

Awesome experience! The barbershop had a cool, welcoming vibe and the staff was friendly and professional. Krista gave me one of the best cuts I’ve ever had—sharp, clean, and exactly what I wanted. And Randy gave me a shave smoother than a baby's butt 😁 Great atmosphere, great service. I’ll definitely be back!

Paid $30–40Eyebrow trimmingRazor cutHead shave
Adam9 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Fantastic haircut! Krista went above and beyond to improve the haircut I’ve been getting for the last 20 years. Very easy to talk to so no awkward silence which I value. I’m not saying walk ins aren’t possible but you really need an appt (which you can do online, another win!)

HaircutStraight razor shave
KenLocal Guide · 41 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. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★

Julia was very friendly and very attentive to what I was asking for. She was fast and so so nice. She did a fantastic job and my hair and especially my beard. Very clean shop and Krista was very nice as well. Super experience.

Beard conditioningBeard maintenanceBeard trim
JohnLocal Guide · 27 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I have issues with the normal hair cutter scene. Julia and her Co workers have always made me feel comfortable and they have always given me an awesome shearing. I absolutely enjoy making my next appointment and bang its imported straight into my calendar with 3 button taps. Will continue my shearings every 3 weeks. - SeaDragon

Beard conditioningBeard maintenanceBeard trim
JimmyLocal Guide · 41 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

This was my first time here. Julia did a great job!! I’m definitely coming back!

Military haircutStraight razor shave
Timothy8 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. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★

Best barbershop around! Krista took me from looking wild to looking good!

Customer photo from Timothy's reviewCustomer photo from Timothy's review
Beard conditioningBeard trimFade cut+ Cleanliness+ Quality+ Professionalism
CarlLocal Guide · 12 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Excellent results, will definitely be back!

Beard maintenanceBeard trimEyebrow trimming
CurtisLocal Guide · 21 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Awesome skills and great personality. App let me pick my own appointment time and she got me in earlier. Really pays attention to detail. OCD like me! She gets it.

Custom cutHaircutScissor cut
Neal2 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Excellent service and quality. Krista listens to what you want and works wonders with difficult and unruly hair. Relaxing atmosphere with a mild military style.

Eyebrow trimmingHaircutShampoo & conditioning
Titan2 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Krista always does a great job with everything. I had never had a hot towel shave before a few months ago when made my first visit here and thoroughly enjoyed it. Along with a beard trim and haircut it's always a good experience.

Beard conditioningBeard maintenanceBeard trim
Blake2 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

The best haircut I have ever received, with even better customer service. Highly recommend going to this place.

Bang trimBeard trimFade cut
Benjamin14 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Melody is awesome! Always does a great job cutting my hair. Highly recommend Tactical Grooming. I got a hair cut and a shave. Melody did a great job saving me from having an embarrassing chin strap… just not something I need in my life. Thanks again for doing a great job!

Beard maintenanceBeard trimCustom cut
Brendan1 reviewTotal 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

This was my first time visiting this barber, and I definitely will be going back more as my time there was excellent.

Beard trimHaircutStraight razor shave
GarrettLocal Guide · 11 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

It's so hard to find a legitimate barber in this town! Krista is fantastic. From booking to haircut it's a seamless process, she is highly skilled and very personable. Don't waste your time with the other clowns around Huntsville and their horrible customer service, your barber is right here.

HaircutStraight razor shave
Krista5 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

I have three boys who range in age from 18 to 6, who all have different hair textures, and preferences on how they want their hair done. Krista does a fantastic job listening to their vision and giving them exactly what they want. I love the option to book appts online- even better, I can book all three of my boys…

HaircutScissor cutStraight razor shave
Robert3 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Great first time experience, Krista was prompt and professional and I would highly recommend to others in the future.

Beard conditioningHaircutScissor cut

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Price

$350% vs typical pet services

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Haircut69$24–$35
Beard trim37—
Scissor cut25—
Eyebrow trimming25—
Straight razor shave22—
Fade cut21—
Hot towel shave20—
Custom cut19—

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