Ranking Methodology | Vegas Trusted
Last Updated: October 2025
At Vegas Trusted, our goal is simple: to help Las Vegas Valley residents make confident decisions when hiring local professionals — from HVAC companies and plumbers to attorneys and accountants.
We use a data-driven, multi-variable approach designed to fairly and objectively identify the most trusted, high-performing organizations in Southern Nevada.
Our rankings are independent, transparent, and never pay-to-play.
1. Objective, Data-Based Evaluation
Vegas Trusted rankings combine quantitative data and qualitative review analysis to identify local organizations that demonstrate sustained quality, professionalism, and trust.
Each category uses the most relevant publicly available and verifiable data sources for that industry. For example:
For contractors (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, roofing, electrical): Nevada State Contractors Board records, permit data, complaint history, and verified customer reviews.
For legal professionals: Nevada State Bar public records, disciplinary history, peer recognition, and client feedback.
For medical and dental providers: licensing boards, patient satisfaction data, and verifiable clinical quality indicators.
Our research team normalizes and interprets these data points to create a fair, comparable snapshot of local excellence.
2. Multi-Variable Scoring Framework
While each industry differs, all Vegas Trusted rankings rely on a consistent multi-variable framework that emphasizes five broad dimensions of quality:
| Core Dimension | What We Evaluate | Typical Data Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Reputation & Satisfaction | Customer sentiment, review scores, and responsiveness to complaints | Google, Yelp, BBB, verified feedback |
| Professionalism & Ethics | Transparency, ethical conduct, and code of ethics compliance | Licensing boards, complaint databases |
| Technical or Professional Expertise | Training, certifications, workmanship, and accuracy of services delivered | Trade associations, permits, board listings |
| Reliability & Responsiveness | Consistency of service, timeliness, communication, and follow-through | Customer feedback, scheduling and service data |
| Local Trust & Compliance | Licensing standing, insurance, bonding, and history of local operation | Nevada State Boards, Secretary of State, public filings |
Each factor is weighted by its relevance within the specific industry, then normalized to ensure fairness between companies of different sizes or scopes.
3. Verification and Quality Control
Vegas Trusted verifies all data sources before publication.
Licensing and disciplinary records are pulled directly from official Nevada agencies.
Customer reviews are aggregated from public, reputable platforms and filtered for authenticity.
When businesses dispute or update information, we review documentation and update listings accordingly.
We continuously monitor for accuracy and refresh rankings quarterly or sooner if material changes occur (e.g., license suspension, new major awards, or verified complaint clusters).
4. Independence and Editorial Integrity
No company can purchase a ranking or influence our editorial scores.
Sponsored placements are clearly labeled and do not affect scoring.
Our editorial and research teams operate under Clear Choice Guides LLC, which maintains strict internal separation between advertising and editorial processes.
5. Local Focus, Regional Context
All evaluations are designed to highlight Las Vegas Valley–based organizations serving residents of Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and surrounding communities.
Where appropriate, we may note regional or statewide recognition (for example, firms or providers serving all of Nevada), but rankings are primarily weighted toward local relevance and performance.
6. Our Commitment to Transparency
Our methodology continues to evolve as new data sources, consumer feedback tools, and industry standards emerge.
If you’re a business owner or consumer who believes a listing contains inaccurate or incomplete information, we encourage you to reach out to us. We value your feedback and work quickly to review and correct any discrepancies.