Balsam Hill CA Reviews 699

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Review summary

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the products, especially the Christmas trees, for their realistic appearance and high quality. Many people appreciate the ease of ordering and the quick, efficient delivery service, often noting that items arrived sooner than expected. The overall user experience, from browsing the website to setting up the products, is frequently described as positive and straightforward. However, some customers encountered issues with product functionality, such as lights flickering or items arriving broken. A few reviewers also mentioned that certain accessories, like storage bags, felt fragile, or that some decorative elements, like bows, did not stay attached. There were also occasional comments about inaccurate product measurements, leading to items not fitting as expected.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently ordered your Christmas tree branch sample kit. The package was delivered to my doorstep quickly & in excellent condition. The sample branches are ALL BEAUTIFUL & very Realistic. This... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Balsam Hill is a great company. It gives excellent customer service, and the trees it makes are beautiful and extremely realistic. I bought an unlit tree, decided I wanted one with lights, and Balsam... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We bought the 4.5 Balsam Fir Christmas tree after a lifetime of only having real trees. We were nervous, but the Balsam Hill website gave us lots of confidence, the shipping was very fast and the prod... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Normally I don't bother to leave reviews, but this company really impressed me. Their Christmas decorations were stunning. They are both beautiful and have fantastic quality. I purchased more and more... See more


Company details

  1. Interior Designer

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Balsam Hill™ trees are inspired by nature and loved for years. At Balsam Hill™, we believe in the quality and workmanship of our Christmas trees and expect that their enduring beauty should be enjoyed over many seasons.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

699 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We called to inquire about the English…

We called to inquire about the English instructions and the customer service was pleasant and got us the info we needed in an email quickly as we were still on the phone. We tried out our new tree before it was packed away until next Christmas. We were very relieved to have quick and courteous help.

30 December 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pleased with how real the tree looks

We were pleased with the quality of the tree and the reality. Looking on line it is difficult to determine what the trees actually look like in person. The tree looks so real but you don’t have to water it or worry about needles dropping!

3 December 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I used the chat 💬 to find out more…

I used the chat 💬 to find out more about the two trees I was thinking about buying. This person was very informative and gave her opinion on them. I asked about other sales and info in which they advised and also said that they didn’t know specifics but when they usually are. This was helpful as I wasn’t sure if I wanted to buy right then or near future. I’m glad I went forward with the purchase as I went onto the site when I received an email of further sales and the tree I bought was sold out.

23 December 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an issue with 1 candle in the…

I had an issue with 1 candle in the Pinecone Berry lantern not lighting, I reported it and your agent came back with a recommendation to check the power and it worked!
This lantern is very well made and I am delighted with it now that everything is working!

29 December 2025
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor quality material. Replacement arrived broken in same place.

We purchased a beautiful tree topper star and for the price point we were expecting a very high-quality product. As soon as we received it and placed it on the tree, the bottom arm of the star just bent and came off, as if the material had been heated and softened, despite my hardly having touched/handled it. We were surprised and disappointed at the quality of the material, especially given the price the product is advertised at. We were also surprised that the standard 30-day return period was inapplicable after Dec. 25th, as it seems unnecessary and likely unhelpful for many customers. While we appreciate that the customer service team did offer to send a replacement since the product was still in warranty, the product quality for the price unfortunately still left a lower impression than we were hoping for. We are hoping this is a one-time issue and that it's not reflective of the quality of their other products.

*In response to Balsam Hill's response: it's not very helpful to imply that your customers don't understand that these items are meant to be decorative. Our expectations were not unreasonable, as even decorative items are meant to be able to withstand simply being gently held and appropriately used. I also already mentioned in my original review that I barely held the item and the piece came off, so suggesting that handling may have been the issue isn't helpful or accurate either.

My point is further confirmed by the fact that the replacement that was sent actually *arrived* broken in the exact same part as the first item. Very disappointing and doesn't speak well to the value of the product.

18 December 2025
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Reply from Balsam Hill CA

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, LS. We’re glad our team could offer a replacement under the warranty. The star topper is designed to be decorative and lightweight, though materials can sometimes be affected by handling or seasonal conditions. We really appreciate your feedback. It helps us continue reviewing product quality and making improvements where needed.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smooth ordering and schedule respected …

We received our new tree exactly as scheduled. It is a beautiful tree. We took it out of the boxes, put it up and it went together easily and looked great. We then took it down, put it in the storage supplied and stored it. Next year we will be able to enjoy it and for many years after.

24 December 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

18” Angel tree topper

Had some questions about a tree topper, 18” angel. Customer service was most helpful and the on line ordering was very straightforward. The item arrived in good time and was carefully packaged. Well done Balsam Hill!

23 December 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Balsam Hill is a great company

Balsam Hill is a great company. It gives excellent customer service, and the trees it makes are beautiful and extremely realistic. I bought an unlit tree, decided I wanted one with lights, and Balsam Hill made the exchange process remarkably easy. There are many nice extras that come with the tree too, like a storage bag and gloves.

17 December 2025

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