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Slingblade Landscapes

Updated 2026-07-08 · 2,223 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 8 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(8) 54 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Landscape Design & InstallationCommercial Landscaping
Slingblade Landscapes
Services
Landscape Design & Installation, Commercial Landscaping
Reviews
8

What recent reviews say

Seven five-star reviews spanning six years praise Ben for reliable, thoughtful work and responsive service. One recent one-star review alleges hostile phone treatment from someone identified as Ben. The split suggests either a long period of quality service followed by a communication breakdown, or a single interaction that soured an otherwise strong reputation.

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

Praised for
  • punctual and reliable
  • attention to detail
  • responsive communication
  • quality work
  • fair pricing
Watch-outs
  • rude phone manner
  • unprofessional communication
  • hostile to inquiries
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Best for: Homeowners wanting design-driven planting and hardscape work with a hands-on, responsive contractor.
Think twice if: Call screening or first contact via email may help; one recent caller reported aggressive phone responses.

Strengths

  • Ben delivers on promises and timelines
  • thoughtful plant and design choices
  • honest pricing and upfront estimates

Worth knowing

  • Ben leads projects and handles communications personally
  • completed front and back yard renovation in 3 days
  • offers hourly rates with upfront time estimates
  • handles tree trimming, flower bed design, xeriscaping maintenance, and rock work

What reviews say by service

Landscape Design & Installation
Reviewers praise Ben's planning, listening to preferences, and creative vision for beds and plantings.
Commercial Landscaping
One reviewer hired Ben for weekly maintenance of a client's xeriscaped yard and reports he was attentive and responsive.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.72 average across the 148 landscape design & installation businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 41% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 78
Review volume 41
Review recency 0
Review sentiment 52
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

How long do typical projects take?
A front and back yard overhaul with flower bed redesign and new plantings took 3 days. Time estimates are given upfront based on scope.
Does Slingblade do ongoing maintenance?
Yes, one reviewer hired Ben for weekly xeriscaping maintenance for a residential client.

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Last updated 2026-07-08