Manning Tree and Landscape Inc
About us
Manning Tree & Landscape Inc. provides expert landscape contractor services, like tree removal, tree care, hardscapes, and lawn installation. Since 1985, residential customers and companies have called us for prompt, reliable, and competitively priced services. Accepting projects of all sizes, we specialize in Landscape and Hardscape Construction and Tree Services. Additional Service Areas - Sudbury, Wayland, Wellesley & Weston.
Business highlights
Services we offer
Landscape design, brick & stone walkways & patios, driveways, fire pits, hardscape construction, hydroseeding, lawn drainage, mulching, outdoor kitchens, sod, stone veneers, stonewalls, stump grinding, tree & shrub installation, tree pruning & removal, wood chipping
Amenities
Free Estimates
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They also provided an assessment on other trees around our property to make sure we didn't have any concerns about falling tree limbs, etc.
The only hiccup on the process was scheduling as it was hard to get an initial commitment on the scheduling to begin with and there was a misunderstanding as to when they were going to come to perform the service (they didn't have the job scheduled the day we were told they'd be coming). It took some back and forth (and time) to finally get the work scheduled, but we were able to get it done at a reasonable time frame.
Bud Manning (the owner) really cares. His crews are very conscientious. Some of the work was done with a price quote prior, and some was done time and material. In both cases I was treated very fairly.
This is a great company and I recommend them without reservation.
"We are thrilled to hear that your experience with us was positive. That is what we strive for each and every job regardless of size or scope of work involved. As always, should you have any questions regarding the completed work or if you are interested in having us price out another project related to masonry, tree or landscape do not hesitate to contact us. We pride ourselves on the high number of return customers and customer referrals, this alone is proof of our exceptional quality of work and ongoing support and customer service that separates our company from the others. It was a joy to work alongside you on this project and we look forward to a continued relationship over the years."
"It was a pleasure working alongside you with this project. We look forward to working with you in the future."
(even though Mr. Manning had assured it would not happen) and eventually it got bad enough that my hardwood floor buckled and had to be replaced. Mr Manning became very difficult to work with denying any responsibility. I had several contractors look at the installation and all said it was faulty and caused the damage. He finally came out and repaired the installation but repeated requests to pay for the replacement brought nasty phone calls from him. I finally sent him an email saying I was going to small claims court which really angered him. Then he called saying his lawyer advised him to offer me $1000.00 not to seek legal action. I took it, even though the replacement cost $4000.00. I was tired of dealing with him.
"The patio was installed properly, grades were very tight and patio was pitched away from the house. After the install the area got a heavy snowfall (3 feet approx.) accompanied but significant rainfall (2 inches approx.) Due to the fact that the ground was frozen the water could not flow with all the snow. The property was on the market and the homeowner had purchased a townhouse elsewhere, hence the property was not being maintained adequately throughout the winter season. A crew was sent over to property as soon as the weather allowed, that following Spring, since it was necessary to wait until the ground had thawed out. The crew fixed an area under the door, which showed years of rotted wood, where water had been dripping because of the snow issue."
"Our company offers a variety of comprehensive services and we take pride in our workmanship and professional demeanor. We are fully licensed and insured and have been doing business for over 29 years. We are committed to both our customers and our community as a whole. We thoroughly enjoy what we do which can be seen in the execution of the final product. We hope to have an opportunity to work with you again in the future for any landscaping, masonry or tree projects that may arise."
"We are thrilled to hear you recognized our commitment and dedication to your project, especially given the time sensitive nature of it. We firmly believe in listening to our customers and encourage them to take an active and participatory role from the very beginning. Open and continued communication throughout the process is the key to a successful end product. We look forward to another opportunity to serve you in the future."
"We were surprised and perplexed to see this review as this is the first time anything of this nature was brought to our attention. We have been doing business for over 29 years and although at times things do happen beyond our control we strive to do everything in our power to make it right. We very much wish these issues had been broached at the time. The verbiage used in this posting is also puzzling as its stated that the experience was not 'horrible' and yet our company 'did what they were contracted to do'? We very much rely upon customer referrals for ongoing success and would never allow a job site to be left uncompleted or disheveled. We promote open and ongoing communication with our customers in order to avoid unrealistic expectations and to ensure that everyone is on the same page. Again, we truly apologize for your experience but we would have welcomed the opportunity to rectify any potential issues at the time the work was executed."
I cannot comment on the cost as I wasn't able to get an estimate from any other local companies.
"The bulk of our customers come by way of referral from friends and family. We strive to go above and beyond in regards to being prompt, professional and cost effective in our approach. As a local, small business we understand the value of quality workmanship and competitive pricing. A job well done and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. It was a pleasure to have served your needs and we hope that you will keep us in mind for any future projects surrounding landscaping, masonry or tree services."
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