Five awards, each decided by the record: 2,274 Google reviews read, state licenses checked with Michigan LARA, and the same formula for all 41 companies. Only companies with an active state license are eligible. Nobody can buy one. Based on data as of October 28, 2026.
Highest Referrally Score
Kentwood · ranked #1 of 41
Most reviews that say they'd recommend
Kentwood · ranked #1 of 41
Best reply rate and speed
Serves the area · ranked #2 of 41
Most new reviews in 12 months
Kentwood · ranked #1 of 41
Longest-held state license
Grand Rapids · ranked #24 of 41
How winners are chosen: Landscaper of the Year is the highest Referrally Score. Most Recommended counts reviews that say they'd recommend the company. Most Responsive uses reply rate and speed. Fastest Growing counts new reviews in the last 12 months. Longest Standing uses the state license issue date. Companies need at least 15 reviews for the last four. Read how we rank.