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MC Landscaping & Tree Removal

3 Acorn St
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro

MC Landscaping & Tree Removal

3 Acorn St
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
93 local quotes requested

At MC Landscaping & Tree Removal our belief is that our customers needs are the utmost importance. Our team with 18+ years experience is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is to big or to small, please contact us for a free estimate!

"My wife and I couldn’t be happier with what the landscaping the team did. It was a lot and they were done in two days, and went above and beyond our expectations. Rare for many landscapers in my experience. They made recommendations I didn’t think about that didn’t impact fees that much and made a huge impact on the project’s result. Fernando was experienced, fair and pleasant to work with, as was his team. Hard workers and great at what they do. So good, my neighbor watched their work and hired them for a project, and he’s a seasoned GC who is critical of work teams. Big thumbs up for MC!"

Kevin K on July 2025

At MC Landscaping & Tree Removal our belief is that our customers needs are the utmost importance. Our team with 18+ years experience is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is to big or to small, please contact us for a free estimate!

"My wife and I couldn’t be happier with what the landscaping the team did. It was a lot and they were done in two days, and went above and beyond our expectations. Rare for many landscapers in my experience. They made recommendations I didn’t think about that didn’t impact fees that much and made a huge impact on the project’s result. Fernando was experienced, fair and pleasant to work with, as was his team. Hard workers and great at what they do. So good, my neighbor watched their work and hired them for a project, and he’s a seasoned GC who is critical of work teams. Big thumbs up for MC!"

Kevin K on July 2025


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Roberto's Affordable Landscaping

109 Nichols Ave Apt #2
3.98(
764
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Approved Pro

Roberto's Affordable Landscaping

109 Nichols Ave Apt #2
3.98(
764
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
319 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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Ruiz Landscaping

6 Garden Ln
4.36(
25
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Approved Pro

Ruiz Landscaping

6 Garden Ln
4.36(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a professional landscaping service covering the Boston metropolitan area. Our services include: Landscaping, Lawn & Yard Work, Tree Services, Lawn Clean-Ups, Gutter Cleanings, General Lawn Maintenance and much more! Please call us today to schedule an appointment!

"I am a regular customer of this company. The do my spring cleanup, fall cleanup, trim, mulching, and lawn maintenance. I am always amazed at how great the yard looks after they are done. They keep the edges sharp and provide the little extras that other companies do not. They show up on time, are professional and thorough. If you want a great looking yard for a reasonable price, hire this company. Their work is excellent."

Alease B on March 2025

We are a professional landscaping service covering the Boston metropolitan area. Our services include: Landscaping, Lawn & Yard Work, Tree Services, Lawn Clean-Ups, Gutter Cleanings, General Lawn Maintenance and much more! Please call us today to schedule an appointment!

"I am a regular customer of this company. The do my spring cleanup, fall cleanup, trim, mulching, and lawn maintenance. I am always amazed at how great the yard looks after they are done. They keep the edges sharp and provide the little extras that other companies do not. They show up on time, are professional and thorough. If you want a great looking yard for a reasonable price, hire this company. Their work is excellent."

Alease B on March 2025


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John's Landscape Services Inc

30 Garden St
4.35(
130
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Approved Pro

John's Landscape Services Inc

30 Garden St
4.35(
130
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
76 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].

"didn't hire - just chose another contractor from list. can't review someone I didn't hire. should be a 3rd choice wherever necessary here - "N/A" or "didn't hire"."

MsA L on July 2020

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].

"didn't hire - just chose another contractor from list. can't review someone I didn't hire. should be a 3rd choice wherever necessary here - "N/A" or "didn't hire"."

MsA L on July 2020


J&M General Construction

17 Black Hawk Road
New on AngiNew on Angi
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J&M General Construction

17 Black Hawk Road
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
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!


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Rivas Landscaping Maintenance Service

24 West Street, Unit 3B
New on AngiNew on Angi
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Rivas Landscaping Maintenance Service

24 West Street, Unit 3B
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
18 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

Rivas Landscaping Maintenance Service, is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

Rivas Landscaping Maintenance Service, is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!


F&R Landscaping and Construction

12 Varney Ter
No reviews yet

F&R Landscaping and Construction

12 Varney Ter
No reviews yet
19 years of experience

Welcome to F&R Landscaping and Construction, where we specialize in creating stunning outdoor spaces that elevate your property's beauty and functionality. From expert lawn care services to custom hardscaping installations, we have the skills and expertise to bring your vision to life. Whether you're dreaming of a tranquil garden retreat or a dynamic outdoor entertainment area complete with fire pits and patios, we have the tools and know-how to make it happen. Our value proposition lies in our commitment to excellence in every aspect of our work. From the meticulous attention to detail in our craftsmanship to the personalized approach we take with each client, we strive to exceed expectations and deliver results that speak for themselves. As owner-operators with years of experience in the landscaping and construction industry, we bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project we undertake. Let us show you the difference that passion, dedication, and expertise can make in bringing your outdoor vision to life.

Welcome to F&R Landscaping and Construction, where we specialize in creating stunning outdoor spaces that elevate your property's beauty and functionality. From expert lawn care services to custom hardscaping installations, we have the skills and expertise to bring your vision to life. Whether you're dreaming of a tranquil garden retreat or a dynamic outdoor entertainment area complete with fire pits and patios, we have the tools and know-how to make it happen. Our value proposition lies in our commitment to excellence in every aspect of our work. From the meticulous attention to detail in our craftsmanship to the personalized approach we take with each client, we strive to exceed expectations and deliver results that speak for themselves. As owner-operators with years of experience in the landscaping and construction industry, we bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project we undertake. Let us show you the difference that passion, dedication, and expertise can make in bringing your outdoor vision to life.


Hernandez Landscaping

4.20(
10
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Hernandez Landscaping

4.20(
10
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Customers say: Quality work
45 local quotes requested

We focus on all kind of projects, big or small. We do your traditional Landscaping such as cut grass, trim bushes/trees, pull weeds. We also work on bigger projects like creating new back or front yards and patios, and all kind of cement work. We work all year around and do our best to give the customers the best affordable price out there. We shovel during the winters and paint all year around, as well as much more.

"Excellent customer service, excellent installation, and they informed me how to care for the new lawn."

Karina B on September 2025

We focus on all kind of projects, big or small. We do your traditional Landscaping such as cut grass, trim bushes/trees, pull weeds. We also work on bigger projects like creating new back or front yards and patios, and all kind of cement work. We work all year around and do our best to give the customers the best affordable price out there. We shovel during the winters and paint all year around, as well as much more.

"Excellent customer service, excellent installation, and they informed me how to care for the new lawn."

Karina B on September 2025


Tamed Property Solutions Inc.

28 Church St.
No reviews yet

Tamed Property Solutions Inc.

28 Church St.
No reviews yet
Free onsite estimate

TAMED PROPERTY SOLUTIONS INC opened its doors in 2019, and has been providing great services to Massachusetts ever since. What sets us apart from the rest is our ability to customize our offering to customers needs, as well as our fantastic team.

TAMED PROPERTY SOLUTIONS INC opened its doors in 2019, and has been providing great services to Massachusetts ever since. What sets us apart from the rest is our ability to customize our offering to customers needs, as well as our fantastic team.


Alvarez Landscaping

44 Lexington St #2
5.00(
7
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Alvarez Landscaping

44 Lexington St #2
5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Whether it's enchanting garden designs or robust landscape and construction projects, we've got the expertise to bring your vision to life. Our services extend seamlessly from residential to commercial projects, ensuring that all your needs are met. Join us as we take the first step toward creating a greener, more vibrant world together!

"Promp, fast, and friendly service. The team went above and beyond my expectations and did a fantastic job removing some yard waste from our property. I would highly recommend this company."

Darren M on May 2024

Whether it's enchanting garden designs or robust landscape and construction projects, we've got the expertise to bring your vision to life. Our services extend seamlessly from residential to commercial projects, ensuring that all your needs are met. Join us as we take the first step toward creating a greener, more vibrant world together!

"Promp, fast, and friendly service. The team went above and beyond my expectations and did a fantastic job removing some yard waste from our property. I would highly recommend this company."

Darren M on May 2024

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

The depth of your decomposed granite depends on its intended use, but around 3 to 4 inches is the most common depth. Driveways that need to support a lot of weight should be at a depth of no less than 6 inches. Walkways that won’t see a lot of weight but lots of foot traffic should be built at a depth of 3 to 4 inches, and patios should also be between 3 and 4 inches deep.

While you don’t need to put anything down before mulch, you can apply a pre-emergent herbicide to prevent weed growth. As long as you remove weeds before you spread mulch, you should be in the clear. But a herbicide is something that you can put down before mulch as an extra layer of protection.

When laying gravel, it's often a good idea to apply a base layer, such as sand or crushed concrete. You may also want to layer a weed-blocking membrane on top of the base layer to prevent weeds and grass from sprouting up in your gravel driveway. Without the appropriate base layer, the gravel you lay may sink into the soil.

Replace organic mulch every one to two years, depending on the variety. Wood chips and straw, for example, will last a couple of years, while grass clippings and pine needles need replacing every several months. Inorganic mulch—such as rock and rubber chips—can stay in place for up to four years, depending on erosion and general garden upkeep. 

The least costly way to keep grass from growing is also the most labor-intensive: regular weeding. Pull out grass blades as you see them pop up through the soil in areas where they’re unwanted. Another cost-effective way to keep grass from growing is by spreading a thick layer of mulch on the area as this will suffocate the grass.

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