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Slingblade Landscapes

Updated 2026-07-06 · 1,925 reviewed · 265 listed · Scored from 8 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(8) 53 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Landscape Design & Installation
Slingblade Landscapes
Service
Landscape Design & Installation
Reviews
8

What recent reviews say

Ben delivers polished landscaping work and keeps schedules reliably; seven five-star reviews praise his responsiveness, design sense, and fair rates. One recent one-star review documented a hostile phone interaction with someone identified as Ben, followed by a dismissive response to the complaint. The gap between site and phone experience appears significant.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Recent shift: One harsh one-star review from 2 years ago stands apart from seven five-star reviews spanning 3-6 years; the complaint centers on phone conduct, not job quality.

Praised for
  • responsive communication
  • reliable and punctual
  • quality work and attention to detail
  • reasonable pricing
Watch-outs
  • rude phone manner
  • unprofessional customer service response
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Best for: Homeowners seeking design-led garden overhauls and tree work with reliable scheduling.
Think twice if: Call-in experience has been poor; confirm project details in writing before committing.

Strengths

  • reliable delivery on schedule
  • thoughtful design that listens to client preferences
  • fair pricing for quality work

Worth knowing

  • Ben leads the company and handles jobs personally
  • Completed front and back yard redesign in 3 days
  • Provides hourly rates and time estimates upfront
  • Maintains xeriscaped yards on weekly basis
  • Handles tree trimming and bed maintenance

What reviews say by service

Landscape Design & Installation
Client praised design vision and ability to translate preferences into transformed yards.
Hardscape, Patios & Outdoor Living
Reviewed positively for rock work and hardscape installation.
Tree Services & Arborists
Noted for tree trimming and cutting back work.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.68 average across the 191 landscape design & installation businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 45% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 76
Review volume 41
Review recency 0
Review sentiment 52
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Contact

Last verified 2026-07-06

Opening hours

Monday
07:00-19:00
Tuesday
07:00-19:00
Wednesday
07:00-19:00
Thursday
07:00-19:00
Friday
07:00-19:00
Saturday
07:00-14:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
Landscape designGarden designHardscape designNative plant installationSod installationSteel edge installation

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common questions

How quickly can Ben complete a project?
A full front and back yard redesign took 3 days. He provides time estimates upfront.
Does Slingblade do ongoing maintenance?
Yes, they offer weekly xeriscaping maintenance and ongoing bed upkeep.
What is the pricing approach?
Ben provides hourly rates and time estimates per visit upfront.

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Last updated 2026-07-06