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Roberto's Affordable Landscaping

3.98(
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Roberto's Affordable Landscaping

3.98(
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Customers say: Super punctual
556 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Roberto Affordable Landscaping proudly serves Waltham, MA. Are you tired of spending time and money trying to keep your grass green to no avail? Let us give it a try! We specialize in providing quality, beautiful landscapes for your home or business. In every job, we strive for 100% customer satisfaction. Our staff will take the time to listen to you and then create a landscape that is designed to meet your individual needs and desires. Meeting and exceeding customer expectations is how “Roberto Affordable Landscaping” has grown to one of the region’s most respected landscaping service firms. Our focus on customer service gives you confidence that your property will be designed, installed, and maintained to industry standards and beyond. With 12 years of experience we know how to get it done right. Please Email or Text us today to schedule an appointment!

"Roberto and his crew did an outstanding job! We usually do all of our hedge abs shrub trimming ourselves, but with a few other projects going on we hadn’t gotten them all season long and they were seriously overgrown. Since we COULD do it ourselves, we had a limit on what we were willing to pay, so we were getting several quotes … most of which were higher than we had hoped. Roberto worked with us on the pricing, which was good news because now it was off of our plate! His crew was there the early next day … fast, friendly, courteous, conscientious and neat! We are now looking to have Roberto and his crew back to take a few more projects off of our plate too! If you want a great job, at great price, by a great crew … we highly recommend Roberto’s Affordable Lands aping!"

James L on September 2025

Roberto Affordable Landscaping proudly serves Waltham, MA. Are you tired of spending time and money trying to keep your grass green to no avail? Let us give it a try! We specialize in providing quality, beautiful landscapes for your home or business. In every job, we strive for 100% customer satisfaction. Our staff will take the time to listen to you and then create a landscape that is designed to meet your individual needs and desires. Meeting and exceeding customer expectations is how “Roberto Affordable Landscaping” has grown to one of the region’s most respected landscaping service firms. Our focus on customer service gives you confidence that your property will be designed, installed, and maintained to industry standards and beyond. With 12 years of experience we know how to get it done right. Please Email or Text us today to schedule an appointment!

"Roberto and his crew did an outstanding job! We usually do all of our hedge abs shrub trimming ourselves, but with a few other projects going on we hadn’t gotten them all season long and they were seriously overgrown. Since we COULD do it ourselves, we had a limit on what we were willing to pay, so we were getting several quotes … most of which were higher than we had hoped. Roberto worked with us on the pricing, which was good news because now it was off of our plate! His crew was there the early next day … fast, friendly, courteous, conscientious and neat! We are now looking to have Roberto and his crew back to take a few more projects off of our plate too! If you want a great job, at great price, by a great crew … we highly recommend Roberto’s Affordable Lands aping!"

James L on September 2025


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Republic Masonry

5.00(
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Republic Masonry

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

🔨 Republic Masonry 🧱 Specializing in Chimney Repairs and Interior/Exterior Repointing, Patio Installations and More 📞 Call Henry at 413-276-8322 to schedule your free consultation. Fully Licensed & Insured

"Henry did a great job he even repaired some cracks which were not originally priced out. I am very pleased with the work he did."

Maurice N on August 2025

🔨 Republic Masonry 🧱 Specializing in Chimney Repairs and Interior/Exterior Repointing, Patio Installations and More 📞 Call Henry at 413-276-8322 to schedule your free consultation. Fully Licensed & Insured

"Henry did a great job he even repaired some cracks which were not originally priced out. I am very pleased with the work he did."

Maurice N on August 2025


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The Union

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The Union

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10 years of experience

Thank you for choosing The Union, we are expert painters. we work with all types of residential projects. If you are looking to hire us to do your painting and you have material that is fine. if you do not yet have material we can peruse the material you will need but you must for the the labor plus the material for the project. please note that all contracts must have a down payment of 10%

Thank you for choosing The Union, we are expert painters. we work with all types of residential projects. If you are looking to hire us to do your painting and you have material that is fine. if you do not yet have material we can peruse the material you will need but you must for the the labor plus the material for the project. please note that all contracts must have a down payment of 10%


J&M General Construction

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J&M General Construction

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13 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

J&M General Construction, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving South Weymouth, MA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

J&M General Construction, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving South Weymouth, MA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!


"Quote for work was very reasonable, showed up on time and worked quickly and efficiently to get the job done as described when quoted. Cleaned everything up and hauled it away and all of the dense vegetation that was in our yard has been removed. Everything looks great. "

Nicole D on September 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Quote for work was very reasonable, showed up on time and worked quickly and efficiently to get the job done as described when quoted. Cleaned everything up and hauled it away and all of the dense vegetation that was in our yard has been removed. Everything looks great. "

Nicole D on September 2025


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The Beavers S&N Landscaping Tree Services, Inc.

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The Beavers S&N Landscaping Tree Services, Inc.

4.81(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
84 local quotes requested

Here at company , we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Yes, they worked all day, in intense heat"

Anne K on August 2025

Here at company , we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Yes, they worked all day, in intense heat"

Anne K on August 2025


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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.

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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023


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ALZ Landscape and Tree Service

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ALZ Landscape and Tree Service

4.70(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

We take great pride in the experience, expertise, quality, and the level of customer service that we provide to meet our customers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. We take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner, to ensure we meet or exceed their expectations. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality. Give us a call today!

"Excelente trabajo y muy amables."

Alicia S on June 2025

We take great pride in the experience, expertise, quality, and the level of customer service that we provide to meet our customers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. We take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner, to ensure we meet or exceed their expectations. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality. Give us a call today!

"Excelente trabajo y muy amables."

Alicia S on June 2025


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Macauley Brothers Inc

4.92(
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Macauley Brothers Inc

4.92(
249
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
73 local quotes requested

2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 WINNER of the Angie's List Super Service Award! Over the years, we have expanded our capabilities and services from residential and commercial landscape maintenance, to design and installation of lawns and plant material. We are experienced in hardscape design and installation. From retaining walls to walkways, custom driveways, patios, pool decks and more. We offer a variety of ways to improve the appearance, enjoyment and value of your property. As always, quality craftsmanship and service are our top priorities. We are certified in the installation of high strength concrete pavers and retaining walls providing a wide range of products to suit all styles and design requirements.

"I’ve been using Macauley for several years now—both for my bi-annual yard cleanups and for multiple hardscape projects—and I can’t say enough great things about their work. Every single time, they are punctual, professional, and incredibly detail-oriented. What really stands out is their consistency: my yard always looks beautiful after their seasonal cleanups, and the hardscape projects they’ve done for me have been flawless—thoughtfully designed, built to last, and executed with real craftsmanship. Their team is friendly, reliable, and respectful of the property, and communication is always clear and easy. It’s rare to find a landscaping company you can trust year after year, but Macauley Bros continues to exceed my expectations. I highly recommend them for both regular landscaping maintenance and any hardscaping work!"

Kevin H on November 2025

2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 WINNER of the Angie's List Super Service Award! Over the years, we have expanded our capabilities and services from residential and commercial landscape maintenance, to design and installation of lawns and plant material. We are experienced in hardscape design and installation. From retaining walls to walkways, custom driveways, patios, pool decks and more. We offer a variety of ways to improve the appearance, enjoyment and value of your property. As always, quality craftsmanship and service are our top priorities. We are certified in the installation of high strength concrete pavers and retaining walls providing a wide range of products to suit all styles and design requirements.

"I’ve been using Macauley for several years now—both for my bi-annual yard cleanups and for multiple hardscape projects—and I can’t say enough great things about their work. Every single time, they are punctual, professional, and incredibly detail-oriented. What really stands out is their consistency: my yard always looks beautiful after their seasonal cleanups, and the hardscape projects they’ve done for me have been flawless—thoughtfully designed, built to last, and executed with real craftsmanship. Their team is friendly, reliable, and respectful of the property, and communication is always clear and easy. It’s rare to find a landscaping company you can trust year after year, but Macauley Bros continues to exceed my expectations. I highly recommend them for both regular landscaping maintenance and any hardscaping work!"

Kevin H on November 2025


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John's Landscape Services Inc

4.41(
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John's Landscape Services Inc

4.41(
123
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Customers say: Super punctual
74 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

For 30 years, John’s Landscape Service Inc. has been a landscape contractor providing highly recommended, reliable and reasonable landscape services to the Greater Boston, Metro North and Metro West areas including areas such as Boston, Arlington, Newton, and Cambridge. We are proud of our reputation and we would love to work with you this season. No project is too big or too small. We know that we can provide you with the highest level of satisfaction in our work and help to make your outdoor dreams a reality. Additional email - [email protected].

"The quality of the work was excellent. The team from JLS was very friendly and easy to work with. Someone came by every day to check on the work and to see if I had any problems or question The work site was cleaned up every night. My overall experience with JLS was excellent and I would recommend them."

Eugene B on July 2019

For 30 years, John’s Landscape Service Inc. has been a landscape contractor providing highly recommended, reliable and reasonable landscape services to the Greater Boston, Metro North and Metro West areas including areas such as Boston, Arlington, Newton, and Cambridge. We are proud of our reputation and we would love to work with you this season. No project is too big or too small. We know that we can provide you with the highest level of satisfaction in our work and help to make your outdoor dreams a reality. Additional email - [email protected].

"The quality of the work was excellent. The team from JLS was very friendly and easy to work with. Someone came by every day to check on the work and to see if I had any problems or question The work site was cleaned up every night. My overall experience with JLS was excellent and I would recommend them."

Eugene B on July 2019

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

A pergola needs to be anchored, and typically, concrete is the best anchor option. Pergolas should be anchored to a concrete slab or concrete footings, and this is commonly required by municipal building codes. When applying for a permit to install a pergola, be sure to check the anchoring requirements as well.

Pergolas and similar overhead outdoor structures will typically be subject to building code regulations. Every municipality is different, and some may have specs or permit requirements, so it’s important to double-check. Some HOAs may also have restrictions on what you can build, so be sure to check with your HOA as well (if applicable).

Trellises offer versatility beyond just attaching to a fence because they provide privacy and shade. They can serve as standalone features in your garden or deck or as panel screens in pergolas. Plus, you can find trellises in various design options, including diamond-shaped or checker patterns, making working with trellises very creative and fun.

Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. A reasonable down payment for a contractor is 10% to 25% of the total project cost, though that will vary based on project size and location. The down payment helps cover the upfront costs of materials and permits and helps ensure payment for the project at hand. 

Both cedar and redwood are some of the best woods for pergolas. Both are rot- and insect-resistant and have gorgeous natural tones that age well. Redwood tends to have a longer life span than cedar, but it also comes at a higher cost. While both options are durable, the best wood between these two for your pergola will primarily depend on your budget.

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