Landscaper · Poplar Grove, IL · reviewed since 2021
iHow 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%93+54.6Reliability 26%93+24.3Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 94Not 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.94SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#18 of 56 sod installation servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 69%
4.9★★★★★68 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 68 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 68 Google reviews (63 with written comments, 12 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 68% of reviews.
Most recent review: August 27, 2026.
Service: Sod Installation Service serving Poplar Grove, Illinois.
Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.
Score profile vs other sod installation services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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 momentum; weakest: reliability.
WC Landscaping LLCSod Installation Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.WC Landscaping LLC: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
93
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.WC Landscaping LLC: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
93
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.WC Landscaping LLC: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
98
ValueiValue · 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.WC Landscaping LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · 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.WC Landscaping LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies 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: 81.–
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Star ratings
68 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars6799%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star11%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 63 written reviews
99%praise
Praise14599%
Complaints21%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price133%
Reasonable267%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude3624%
Quality & results3423%
Would recommend3020%
Speed & response1812%
Price & value1410%
Communication128%
Honesty & trust32%
What customers talk about
We read 63 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Professional, fast, reliable and aligned seamlessly on the design.”
“The quality of their work and attention to detail is simply amazing.”
“10/10 would have them do more projects for us in the future and recommend them to our friends and family!”
“They are incredibly kind and responsive and go out of their way to do exactly what you need or request with no judgment.”
“The price was very reasonable, for yard clean- up, detaching, arerating, reseeding, hauling everything away.”
“The quality of work, value in price, and communication is top notch compared to competitors in the area.”
“From start to finish, their commitment to customer service and work integrity was outstanding.”
People customers mention
Williams9 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired WC Landscaping LLC for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
BBrian1 reviewiTotal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Would easily give 10 stars if we could...Professional, fast, reliable and aligned seamlessly on the design... Our number one choice moving forward for friends, family and future needs!!!
Great price
EEvanLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
We have had WC Landscaping complete work on a few of our properties over the past year. Most recently they replaced an antiquated stone patio for us. Words can't express how amazing this company and its people are. They are incredibly kind and responsive and go out of their way to do exactly what you need or request…
Reasonable price
SSusanLocal Guide · 4 reviewsiTotal 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 months ago★★★★★
Williams and team exceeded our expectations and we couldn't be happier with the extensive revision to our front yard that had become overgrown and too much to maintain. Williams met with us to get our vision and within a few days, provided a detailed plan. A tree stump and a mounded berm was removed and then…
Reasonable price
TTammy2 reviewsiTotal 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 months ago★★★★★
William and Selena were great to work with!! Always answered my calls and questions. The landscape designs was awesome, plants beautiful!! The workers were great also. Very hard working and did a wonderful job with clean up. I would recommend WC Landscaping 100% !! Thank you for making our yard beautiful!!
DDavid11 reviewsiTotal 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 4 months ago★★★★★
This was the second significant (for us) project that W.C. Landscaping has done for us, and like before, did an excellent job. We are very satisfied with the service provided. Once again, Job well done!
MMonicaLocal Guide · 13 reviewsiTotal 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★
WC Landscaping did a fantastic job! They cleaned up all my leaves, took care of some tree limbs, and even mulched the leaves. Everything looked great when they were done. Hector was the one who worked on my property and he’s always so pleasant and professional. Highly recommend them!
Would easily give 10 stars if we could...Professional, fast, reliable and aligned seamlessly on the design... Our number one choice moving forward for friends, family and future needs!!!
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you Mr.Brian! We’re glad to have met your expectations and appreciate you choosing WC Landscaping for your project.
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Evan O'BrienLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Evan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have had WC Landscaping complete work on a few of our properties over the past year. Most recently they replaced an antiquated stone patio for us. Words can't express how amazing this company and its people are. They are incredibly kind and responsive and go out of their way to do exactly what you need or request with no judgment. The quality of their work and attention to detail is simply amazing. WC also takes cleaning up your property before leaving seriously. I've never had a contractor or vendor leave my property as immaculate as WC Landscaping does. They went so far as to plant new grass seed in places where there was heavy traffic as well as power wash the driveway and street where they had worked. Thanks again WC Landscaping! Until next time!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you Evan! We truly appreciate all the amazing feedback and it was our pleasure to work for you.
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Susan StarrLocal Guide · 4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Susan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Williams and team exceeded our expectations and we couldn't be happier with the extensive revision to our front yard that had become overgrown and too much to maintain. Williams met with us to get our vision and within a few days, provided a detailed plan. A tree stump and a mounded berm was removed and then placed with new trees, shrubs, perennials, rock, mulch, sod, new topsoil and decorative boulders installed. Within a matter of days, the yard was completely transformed and their work was meticulous. Communication thru the process was outstanding. We highly recommend Williams!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you for the amazing feedback Ms.Susan, we appreciate your kind words and absolutely loved the outcome of your project!
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Tammy Leisher2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tammy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
William and Selena were great to work with!! Always answered my calls and questions. The landscape designs was awesome, plants beautiful!! The workers were great also. Very hard working and did a wonderful job with clean up. I would recommend WC Landscaping 100% !! Thank you for making our yard beautiful!!
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us! Your feedback means a lot to our team and motivates us to continue providing excellent services.
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David Nader11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This was the second significant (for us) project that W.C. Landscaping has done for us, and like before, did an excellent job. We are very satisfied with the service provided. Once again, Job well done!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you Mr.Nader! We’re glad to hear that our team met your expectations.
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jeffrey fields4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews jeffrey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
WC Landscaping did a fantastic job! They cleaned up all my leaves, took care of some tree limbs, and even mulched the leaves. Everything looked great when they were done. Hector was the one who worked on my property and he’s always so pleasant and professional. Highly recommend them!
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you Ms.Monica! We always strive to provide quality services and Im glad we met your needs.
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Duane ZweepLocal Guide · 31 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Duane has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
These guys are nothing less than awesome. I have almost an acre of yard to take care of, I am getting up in years and can't do the usual spring clean up chores, so I hired WC landscaping to do the clean up of the yard and also the spring lawn maintenance. They are very hard working gentlemen, kept at it all day, on Saturday no less....
I couldn't do what they accomplished, in one day.
The price was very reasonable, for yard clean- up, detaching, arerating, reseeding, hauling everything away.
Thank you so much for all the hard work, that your incredible employees did for us.
Please do not hesitate to give them a call, for your yard needs.
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
On behalf of our company we’d like to thank you for giving us the opportunity to do the job to begin with. We truly appreciate every single one of your words and look forward to working with you again.
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Jon Nortemann1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Jon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
WC Landscaping has done a number of jobs for us and the quality never changes. They will continue to be our go to source for any work that we need to have done on our property.
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you Mr.Jon, we appreciate you as our customer and highly appreciate your feedback.
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Patrick Barber1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Patrick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have been using WC for about a year now, and have nothing but good things to say. The quality of work, value in price, and communication is top notch compared to competitors in the area.
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you for the incredible feedback Patrick, it’s our pleasure!
