We graded 4 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.
—typical jobiMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range).
99%say the price was fairiOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.
4.84★average ratingiPlain average of every Google star rating we collected for these companies.
2.6%bad jobs (1–2★, 2 yrs)iShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
From 4,887 Google reviews of 24 top-rated paver contractors nationwide; 4 of them in Yakima, WA. Updated November 6, 2026.
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Experts Score 0–100iExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of paver contractors).
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ScoreiExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown.
FactorsiFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-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.Reliability (24%): How 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.Craft & service (0%): Google 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.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises 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.Replies to reviews (7%): How 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.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20.
★iGoogle star rating as shown on Google Maps.
Typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
A95iHow 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 69%96+66.5Reliability 31%94+28.9Experts Score= 95Not enough data for value, 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.
A81iHow 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%82+48.1Reliability 26%75+19.6Value 15%100+15.2Momentum penalty81−1.9Experts Score= 81Not 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.
B78iHow 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 64%86+54.6Reliability 28%73+20.6Replies to reviews 8%38+3.1Experts Score= 78Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.
B60iHow 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 64%62+39.4Reliability 28%51+14.4Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Momentum penalty75−2.5Experts Score= 60Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.
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What jobs cost
What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.
Job
Lowi25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this.
TypicaliMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range).
Highi75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this.
FairiOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.
Paver Contractors in Yakima, WA at a glance
How the 4 paver contractors we rated in Yakima, WA compare, and what customers praise most.
Experts Score grades
A = score 80+, F = below 20.
4companies
Grade A250%
Grade B250%
Grade C00%
Grade D00%
Grade F00%
Google ratings
Average stars per company.
4.84avg ★
4.90★ and up125%
4.80–4.89★250%
4.60–4.79★125%
Below 4.60★00%
What customers praise
Share of Google review highlights.
4,022highlights
Quality88222%
Professionalism93823%
Responsiveness77119%
Punctuality74318%
Value68817%
Was the price fair?
All price verdicts left with reviews.
99%fair
Great price23833%
Reasonable45363%
Overpriced91%
Not sure243%
Price verdicts by year
Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.
2025
2026
How we grade
Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-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.
Reliability (24%) — How 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.
Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google 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.
Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises 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.
Replies to reviews (7%) — How 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.
The 4 best-rated paver contractors in Yakima, WA average 4.8★ on Google across 180 reviews. Mighty Paving Solutions has the top rating (5.0★), and Soracco Landscaping Materials has the most reviews (67). Updated November 2, 2026.
4 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (180 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
“Can’t say enough about this company! Totally enjoyed working with Jesus and his crew on our backyard project! They are hard working, courteous, timely and professional with a positive work ethic. Highly recommended.” — Google review
Lawn care service · 3008 Main St, Union Gap, WA 98903
“My experience was the absolute best. Ruben was professional and courteous. Installed all new sprinkler heads, repaired a few and installed a new control panel. I highly recommend Ruben and his company.” — Google review
Asphalt contractor · 507 N 20th Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
“Followed the timeframe to a t. Didn't go over budget. Nothing damaged in the process. Just a clean solid entryway exactly as promised.” — Google review
“Huge shoutout for the best customer service and incredibly fast scheduling! 🙌
Darren, the delivery driver, was absolutely awesome! He was super communicative throughout the whole process, kept us updated, and made…” — Google review
We scan Google Maps for paver contractor listings in and around Yakima, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the highest-rated paver contractor in Yakima?
Mighty Paving Solutions has the highest Google rating on our Yakima list: 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews (as of November 2, 2026).
Which paver contractor in Yakima has the most reviews?
Soracco Landscaping Materials has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 67, with a 4.6★ average.
How are these paver contractors chosen?
Only open Yakima-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.