Experts Reviews · 2026 Ratings

The Best Lawn Care Services

We graded 26 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.

$96typical jobMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range).
98%say the price was fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.
4.86★average ratingPlain average of every Google star rating we collected for these companies.
1.8%bad jobs (1–2★, 2 yrs)Share of reviews from the last 24 months that gave 1 or 2 stars.

From 5,053 Google reviews of 26 top-rated lawn care services nationwide. Updated October 25, 2026.

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1AMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIENCE LLC logoAMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIENCE LLC★ 5.00 on this job20 jobs reviewedHow Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Mulching”:Stars on this job 55%5.00★Number of such jobs 25%20Overall Experts Score 20%46Job match= 86Stars are pulled toward the category average (4.86★) 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.86
2Green Choice LLC logoGreen Choice LLC★ 5.00 on this job4 jobs reviewedHow Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Mulching”:Stars on this job 55%5.00★Number of such jobs 25%4Overall Experts Score 20%53Job match= 71Stars are pulled toward the category average (4.86★) 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.71
3KB Lawn Mowing and Tree Service logoKB Lawn Mowing and Tree Service★ 5.00 on this job3 jobs reviewedHow Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Mulching”:Stars on this job 55%5.00★Number of such jobs 25%3Overall Experts Score 20%54Job match= 69Stars are pulled toward the category average (4.86★) 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.69

Job match = this company’s ★ on reviews Google tagged “Mulching” (shrunk toward the category average when there are few), how many such jobs it has done, and its overall Experts Score.

What customers said about mulching

Mark1 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 months ago★★★★★
AMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIENCE LLC logoAMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIEN…

I have been using American for years and I am always happy with their work. Alicia did the work this time and she did an exceptional job and always very professional.

Reasonable priceMulchingLandscaping maintenance
Jay6 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★
Green Choice LLC logoGreen Choice LLC

Green Choice has been doing a great job taking care of my lawn needs. They say what they do and then do it. Thank you Green Choice.

Fencing installationMulchingGrass seeding+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Darlene1 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 months ago★★★★★
AMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIENCE LLC logoAMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIEN…

They always go above and beyond with their service. They are prompt, work hard and well, and always clean up the areas when done. I highly recommend their service!

Reasonable priceLandscape installationsMulchingLandscaping maintenance
Stephen1 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. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★
AMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIENCE LLC logoAMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIEN…

We have utilized American Landscaping services for over 8 years. During this time we have seen an increased healthier, happier fuller lawn. One year we had a problem with our blueberry bushes. We worked with Steve to adjust to an organic treatment and they are better than ever. Aaron has been instrumental in the…

Customer photo from Stephen's reviewCustomer photo from Stephen's review
Reasonable priceMulchingLandscaping maintenanceGarden decorating
BobLocal 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★
AMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIENCE LLC logoAMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIEN…

The team from American landscape are highly creative and competent. Very happy with the work that was designed and worked.

Reasonable priceStone landscapingGardening servicesLandscape installations
Sarah4 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
AMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIENCE LLC logoAMERICAN LANDSCAPE AND LAWN SCIEN…

Christian and Cruz transformed my gardens!! They came well prepared, worked tirelessly, and their attention to detail was so appreciated. I couldn’t be happier and am so grateful.

Yard landscapingMulchingLandscaping maintenance

Overall ratings

Experts Score 0–100Experts Score (0–100)Weighted average of 7 percentiles vs other companies in the category: satisfaction 35%, workmanship 20%, reliability 15%, value 10%, momentum 8%, track record 7%, owner replies 5%. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of lawn care services).

#CompanyScoreExperts Score (0–100)Weighted average of 7 percentiles vs other companies in the category: satisfaction 35%, workmanship 20%, reliability 15%, value 10%, momentum 8%, track record 7%, owner replies 5%. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown.FactorsFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (35%): Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume.Reliability (15%): How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months (fewer = better).Craft & service (20%): Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — net praise per review.Value (10%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights.Momentum (8%): Last 12 months vs lifetime average — improving or slipping.Track record (7%): Review volume and years with reviews.Accountability (5%): Owner replies to 1–3★ reviews.One letter per factor, by percentile among peers: A = top 20%, B = next 20%, and so on.★Google star rating as shown on Google Maps.Typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
1CT Master Lawn & Services LLC logoCT Master Lawn & Services LLCHartford, CTA 83How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 35%98+34.3Reliability 15%83+12.5Craft & service 20%93+18.6Value 10%83+8.3Momentum 8%44+3.5Track record 7%48+3.4Accountability 5%46+2.3Experts Score= 83Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.AAAACCC5.00—
2Augusta Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance logoAugusta Lawn Care and Landscape MaintenanceTucson, AZB 70How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 35%63+22Reliability 15%71+10.7Craft & service 20%68+13.6Value 10%79+7.9Momentum 8%90+7.2Track record 7%56+3.9Accountability 5%90+4.5Experts Score= 70Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.BBBBACA4.88—
3Cote's Landscaping & Lawn Service LLC logoCote's Landscaping & Lawn Service LLCHartford, CTB 67How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 44%83+36.3Reliability 19%94+17.6Value 13%37+4.6Momentum 10%44+4.4Track record 9%17+1.5Accountability 6%46+2.9Experts Score= 67Not enough data for craft & service; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.AA–DCFC5.00—
4Dino Turf Co. logoDino Turf Co.Queen Creek, AZB 66How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 35%94+32.9Reliability 15%60+9Craft & service 20%33+6.6Value 10%67+6.7Momentum 8%25+2Track record 7%67+4.7Accountability 5%81+4.1Experts Score= 66Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.ABDBDBA4.97—
5Joe's Yard, Tree, & Irrigation logoJoe's Yard, Tree, & IrrigationTucson, AZB 66How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 44%90+39.4Reliability 19%75+14.1Value 13%25+3.1Momentum 10%33+3.3Track record 9%25+2.2Accountability 6%71+4.4Experts Score= 66Not enough data for craft & service; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.AB–DDDB4.97—
6The Shrub Guys logoThe Shrub GuysHartford, CTB 64How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 35%71+24.8Reliability 15%90+13.5Craft & service 20%48+9.6Value 10%44+4.4Momentum 8%71+5.7Track record 7%33+2.3Accountability 5%71+3.6Experts Score= 64Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.BACCBDB4.95—
7Premier Topdressing Lawn Care logoPremier Topdressing Lawn CareHartford, CTB 63How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 35%87+30.5Reliability 15%87+13.1Craft & service 20%28+5.6Value 10%60+6Momentum 8%44+3.5Track record 7%29+2Accountability 5%46+2.3Experts Score= 63Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.AADBCDC5.00—
8Blu Sprinkler logoBlu SprinklerQueen Creek, AZB 61How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 35%75+26.3Reliability 15%98+14.7Craft & service 20%23+4.6Value 10%33+3.3Momentum 8%63+5Track record 7%75+5.3Accountability 5%29+1.5Experts Score= 61Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.BADDBBD4.95—
9BV Lawn Care logoBV Lawn CareQueen Creek, AZB 61How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 35%60+21Reliability 15%37+5.6Craft & service 20%73+14.6Value 10%75+7.5Momentum 8%17+1.4Track record 7%90+6.3Accountability 5%98+4.9Experts Score= 61Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.BDBBFAA4.89—
10Turfs Up Dude logoTurfs Up DudeQueen Creek, AZB 61How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 35%79+27.7Reliability 15%79+11.9Craft & service 20%43+8.6Value 10%63+6.3Momentum 8%44+3.5Track record 7%13+0.9Accountability 5%46+2.3Experts Score= 61Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.BBCBCFC5.00—
11Pristine Green LLC logoPristine Green LLCQueen Creek, AZC 56How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 35%40+14Reliability 15%40+6Craft & service 20%63+12.6Value 10%71+7.1Momentum 8%75+6Track record 7%83+5.8Accountability 5%94+4.7Experts Score= 56Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.CCBBBAA4.85—
12Lawn Services of Newington logoLawn Services of NewingtonHartford, CTC 56How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is a percentile (0–100) against the other companies in this category, then weighted:Satisfaction 35%56+19.6Reliability 15%17+2.6Craft & service 20%98+19.6Value 10%90+9Momentum 8%13+1Track record 7%44+3.1Accountability 5%29+1.5Experts Score= 56Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.CFAAFCD4.96—

What jobs cost

What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.

JobLow25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this.TypicalMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range).High75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this.FairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.
Weed control$76$103$16198%

Was the price fair?

All price verdicts left with reviews.

Great price · 30%
Reasonable · 64%
Overpriced · 2%
Not sure · 5%

Price verdicts by year

Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.

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How we grade

Satisfaction (35%) — Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume.

Reliability (15%) — How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months (fewer = better).

Craft & service (20%) — Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — net praise per review.

Value (10%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights.

Momentum (8%) — Last 12 months vs lifetime average — improving or slipping.

Track record (7%) — Review volume and years with reviews.

Accountability (5%) — Owner replies to 1–3★ reviews.