This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.
About us
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.
Business highlights
45 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
We continue to offer both residential and commercial landscape maintenance including; mowing, lawn care, edging, mulching, bush shearing, trimming and pruning, etc. As most of you know we can also design and create landscape construction projects including; plantings, new seed or sod lawns, retaining walls, patios, pool decks, walkways, stairs, fire pits and a variety of other outdoor living ideas. In addition, we install fences; wood, vinyl and aluminum types.
Services we don't offer
Hardscape repairs and patch jobs. ONLY remove and replace.
We needed the retaining wall running along the front of our house and concrete steps removed and replaced. Macauley Bros. was one of three landscape companies that we reached out to for estimates. When Bernie Macauley came out, he spent a good hour with my husband and me, to discuss project scope, ideas, and materials. The other two companies spent 10-15 minutes at the house and seemed very rushed. He was also very conscientious of our budget. Because of the attention and information that Bernie gave to us, we decided to hire him to do the job. Prior to the start of the job, including before giving Bernie the project, I was in constant contact with him via email asking questions. I even asked his opinion about comments made by a competitor. He was always very responsive, often times replying within minutes...even when I thought it was too late in the evening. I was so impressed. Bernie's crew, a group of guys with Gus the foreman, was very hard working and courteous. Each step of the way, I knew exactly what was happening. Bernie was also at the job site taking care of the landscaping portion of the job and discussing with us options around pavers and plantings. The job was finished in three days and in the end I couldn't be more happy with the finished product and the experience of working with Bernie and his crew. Would I recommend and consider Macauley Bros. for other landscaping jobs? ABSOLUTELY!!!
Description of Work: Removed rotting rail road ties retaining wall along front of house and replaced with Techo bloc. Removed and replaced concrete steps. Planting and mulching.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$13,000
Jay L.
03/2016
5.0
hardscaping, patios, masonry
 + 1 more
Better than I could have imagined !!!!!!
Description of Work: We installed a 14' swim spa in the yard and had Macauley Brothers install a patio around all four sides of the unit and installed jumbo cobble stones to two different areas where plantings are,making a nice flower box. From the first time Bernie came over and every interaction after that was just superb. We agreed on a price which was very fair for what was done and I was promised the job would be done by the end of this month which it was yesterday . I can't tell you how happy we are with the project as it just looks amazing !!!!! The crew that Bernie has is the most professional group of men and exceptionally hard working honest guys and willing to go the extra mile. They showed up at 8am and worked all day in a blowing hard wind till after 6:pm last night . What was also very impressive was the extra touches that they just did like add fresh loom to the plant boxes giving it a crisp clean look, adding loom to the yard and seeding it , washing down the spa and leaving the yard better than it looked before . I will be using them in the near future for more mason work and probably landscaping as well. If you need mason or landscaping work done look no further than Macauley Brothers and you as well will be on here writing an exceptional review regarding this company as I am now . Trust me this company is the real Deal. Thanks Bernie and crew awesome Job!!!!!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500
Kevin C.
03/2016
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping, masonry
 + 1 more
This is the second time that we have had Macauley Brothers come out for a fairly large project at our property. Both times we have been very happy with the results and constantly impressed with the professionalism and work ethic of Bernie's team. These guys work a FULL day. When we were looking to get our steps redone, we received several quotes from contractors that have very good reviews on Angies list, however every single other contractor wanted to charge us substantially more to jackhammer out and relay the foundation of the steps. Bernie's team thought that it was solid and they could save the foundation which saved me a ton of $$$. This is why Macauley brothers will always have my business from here on out. If you are on the fence at all for one of your landscaping projects I highly recommend going with Macauley brothers.
Description of Work: Repaired our front steps, removed old brick and flagstone, replaced with granite treads and brick paver on the landing Removed flagstone walkway, replaced with pavers and two granite slab steps leading to the sidewalk repaired lawn in all spots disturbed by the construction
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,500
Daniel D.
02/2016
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
Macauley Bros. came out and looked at the job and told us they could install the walk in approx. two weeks depending on the weather, as it was just about the end of the season. We got a call a few days before they came and were told they would be there on such and such a date (forget exact dates) and approx. what time they would arrive. The workers arrived when we were told they would. They were very friendly and courteous. They came to the door to discuss exactly how we wanted the walk done. Where it was going to be 60ft long we wanted it slightly curved in two spots to soften the look. They brought out piping and arranged it to see if we would like the shape. We agreed on the shape, they then spray painted the shape and proceeded to install the walk. We absolutely love the way the walk came out. We couldn't be happier. They also redid our front stairs so that they would tie in with the walk, which we are so glad we did. It looks beautiful. The job was done from start to finish in only two days. We would highly recommend Macauley Bros. Their work is very professional as are their employees.
Description of Work: Installed 60 foot paving stone front walkway
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,400
Paul T.
01/2016
3.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
We've had Macauley Bros out to the house for a fall clean-up and trimming of bushes, etc (2014). They have a good reputation, they did a great job, and I gave them an "A" review. We talked about having them come out and do some additional planting for us. So when I saw this Big Deal for up to an 8ft pre-cut Christmas tree on the day we were planning on going elsewhere to pick up a tree, we purchased the Deal and headed over to Macauley's tree lot. We checked out the fine display of trees and told the high-schooler who helped us that we had the coupon. He seemed fine with it, and helped us pick out a nice 7-8' tree (pretty sure it was a Frasier Fir, valued at $69). BUT when we brought it up to the cashier and presented the Deal, she wouldn't honor it. Said she'd give us 10% off. I told her I thought the Deal should be honored, and if it wasn't I was going to shop elsewhere. The owner overheard this, and he, too, balked at honoring the Deal. He said Angie's List had screwed up the listing, and that he was going to cancel the deal because it was costing him so much money. (Actually he said only a couple of other Angie's deals had been presented)... I repeated that if they weren't going to honor the Deal, I was going elsewhere. By this time there were 3-4 other families waiting to pay for their tree, and they were listening in on our conversation. The owner then grudgingly (and somewhat angrily) agreed to honor the Deal. It was all quite uncomfortable for my wife and I, and though we were very pleased with the tree, it definitely soured us on Macauley Bros.
Description of Work: Big Deal - $50 for a fresh (up to) 8 ft pre-cut Christmas Tree valued up to $79.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
2.0
$50
Louise A S.
12/2015
5.0
hardscaping, fencing, lawn service, landscaping
 + 2 more
They were right on the money with the estimate and work progressed rapidly, and it looks wonderful. Neighbors say we improved the home values in the neighborhood. We just purchased this home and it was in need of some serious outside attention. The crew was fantastic and came to work early and left late. Cleaned up at end of each day. I am extremely satisfied with the work that was done, it looks fantastic!
Description of Work: Installed two walkways, a retaining wall, demolished previous wooden stairs and took away debris, constructed a foundation to build brick and blue granite stairs, repaired an existing two step entrance with stucco and blue granite, removed old shrubbery around the perimeter of the property, installed a fence with two gates.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$22,262
Jennifer S.
12/2015
5.0
fencing, landscaping, hardscaping, masonry
 + 2 more
Bernie and his staff are by far the best people I have had to deal with. I use him for everything. Pavers, fence, retaining wall, landscaping, plowing. His work is A+++. Quality is amazing. He cares and takes pride his job. He was here twice a day supervising the progress. Making sure everything was going according to plan. On top of this, he stayed within budget. Even beat some other prices we have recieved from other vendors. Macauley Bros are as good as it gets!
Description of Work: pavers, retaining wall, fence, landscaping, plowing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000
Eoin C.
11/2015
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
Excellent job. knowledgeable on various and very obliging. Anticipate further work in the future
Description of Work: Full garden clean up for winter after some months of neglect.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Timmy H.
10/2015
5.0
fencing, landscaping, hardscaping, masonry
 + 2 more
Every interaction with Bernie was professional and courteous. He was very responsive by email. He was very busy this season, so our work didn't start until late October, but he kept us updated on delays. He worked with our chaotic schedule (we work a lot of nights) to find a window of time that wouldn't disrupt our routine. He said the work would start on the 27th and would take 3 days. Gus and his crew started promptly at 9 AM on the 27th. The work ended up taking 3.5 days, but the finished product is beautiful. The retaining wall and fence look perfect. Gus and his crew even fixed our front lawn where they had to park equipment and damaged some of the grass. We finally have a backyard. We couldn't be more happy with the work, and will definitely use Bernie again for future landscaping work.
Description of Work: Installed a 60 foot long, 4 foot high retaining wall, dug up a layer of asphalt in our backyard, constructed a 60 foot long white vinyl fence, and installed a drainage system from our gutter downspouts.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$17,000
Response from Macauley Brothers Inc
[Member name removed] Thank you very much for your review of our work for you . We truly appreciate your business and look forward to helping with any of your future projects . All the best ! Bernie
Linda M.
09/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, lawn treatment
 + 1 more
The crew was very professional and meticulous in their work. Beautiful shaping of shrubs.
Description of Work: Weeded and trimmed shrubs
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Kelly D.
07/2015
5.0
landscaping, masonry
 + 0 more
Our home insurer gave us notice that our chimney vines were becoming a fire hazard, and we needed to clean away the vines in order to renew our policy. Since the chimney goes higher than 2 stories (approximately 30-35 feet), we knew we needed a professional to take care of it. Bernie accepted the project on a tight deadline, and during a crazy busy period of the year. He and one of his guys came out on a Saturday morning, cleared away everything they could from the ground and with ladders, including ripping out extremely deep roots that the vine had set close to our foundation. Then they scampered onto the roof to remove all of the vines from our chimney opening. By the time they were done, it looked like we had a new chimney and that there were never any vines growing out of the ground. They also bagged & removed all of the vines -- it filled a 10' by 10' tarp -- and hauled them away. (And once our home insurer saw the high-quality work, they renewed our policy.) Macauley Bros were quick, courteous, exceptionally professional and did a great job. Will definitely use them again!
Description of Work: Cleared away massive vines that covered our brick chimney.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Susan M.
06/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
 + 0 more
Great. Very nice people. Good price and excellent quality.
Description of Work: trimmed shrubs and transplanted one
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$175
Marie P.
06/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn treatment
 + 0 more
Our yard was in need of some major TLC. I called Bernie to get a quote. Bernie was very responsive. He came by when he said he would. He was friendly, upfront about when his crew would be able to do the work, and gave us a quote right away. I talked to Bernie a couple more times before work began. I didn't have any trouble getting a hold of him. Work began around the expected time frame. The crew was amazing. They were prompt, courteous, and hardworking. Our flower beds were overrun with weeds and Bernie's crew carefully weeded them, taking care not to pull out plants that we want to keep. Even our neighbors remarked on how hardworking the crew was and how great our yard looks. We're extremely happy with the service. Our yard looks amazing!
Description of Work: General yard clean up, lawn dethatching, edging, weeding, and mulching
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,600
christina G.
05/2015
5.0
landscaping, masonry
 + 0 more
First I called in the Fall to have my hedges and bushes trimmed out and the crew did a fabulous time. While Bernie was here we discussed the treads to my front door which were crumbling, literally. Bernie had one of his partners come, price out the job to replace the treads with granite and before we knew it the treads were replaced in under a day, and the existing bricks were sturdied. They were prompt, courteous and priced out competively. I wouldn't hesitate to use them for our back steps when it's necessary.
Description of Work: Replaced front steps with granite treads and repaired underlying mortar issues
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500
Scott A.
05/2015
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping, masonry
 + 1 more
Bernie was great. His team was very good. They were prompt. They showed up on time and got the job done on time. they cleaned up afterwords. All in all, i was very impressed with them. their work drew alot of requests from my neighbors because they did such a good job.
Description of Work: Built a long retaining wall. placed pavers
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
Karen W.
04/2015
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
The work was excellent. Workers very polite and made sure things were done as I liked. Very pleased with everything.
Description of Work: Trimmed shrubs, edged gardens, general cleanup.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
Jeffrey W.
02/2015
3.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
It didn’t turn out that great. It did not include a plan as it was supposed to. Scheduling was alright.
Description of Work: They provided a landscaping evaluation.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
$49
Richard J and Nan Marie M.
02/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn treatment
 + 0 more
They were prompt and capable.
Description of Work: Aerate and lime
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Kim L.
02/2015
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
Staff were friendly when they met me and helpful in getting tree into the car.
Description of Work: Answered phone calls about picking up tree. I picked out the tree and was given help in loading it to my car.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$49
Theresa C.
01/2015
4.0
lawn service, lawn treatment
 + 0 more
They did a very good job, but the charges were very high. The bill came to $850 more than the deal. They must have charged us for three man hours. With the extra work, we thought it was going to be $150/hour making it $300 more than the original deal -- rather than $850 more than the original deal. It was very expensive and it was not clear what and how we were going to be paying. If I had known, I probably would have turned them away.
Description of Work: I purchased a $99 deal for 3 hours of lawn or landscape work. They did about 2 1/2 hours with three men. They mowed the lawn, did lawn aeration, and trimmed scrubs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$950
Rosalind S.
01/2015
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
They did a great job and came within a reasonable amount of time. I think they were very pleasant, easy to work with, and the job they did was great.
Description of Work: They planted some perennial landscape materials that I purchased and placed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
Hillary W.
01/2015
5.0
lawn service
 + -1 more
They were an A. My experience was good.
Description of Work: They did the yard cleanup.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Jason N.
12/2014
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
Good. Very responsive. Came out to review work being done and set a reasonable expectation of why would be done and did a great job.
Description of Work: Removed yard debris
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Naveen R.
12/2014
5.0
lawn service
 + -1 more
They were very good. 2 men came out and they were professional and finished within a timely manner. The quality of work was very good, they took their time and had the correct equipment.
Description of Work: They aerated and over-seeded my front and back yard.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
Evan B.
12/2014
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
Bernie was great--very friendly and efficient. Came when he said they would.
Description of Work: Cleaned up back yard: removed leaves, removed weeds and saplings and garbage.
All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.
*Contact business to see additional licenses.
Service Categories
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Patios,
Fencing,
Outdoor Kitchens
FAQ
Macauley Brothers Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Macauley Brothers Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Macauley Brothers Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, Macauley Brothers Inc does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Macauley Brothers Inc offers warranties.
Macauley Brothers Inc offers the following services: We continue to offer both residential and commercial landscape maintenance including; mowing, lawn care, edging, mulching, bush shearing, trimming and pruning, etc. As most of you know we can also design and create landscape construction projects including; plantings, new seed or sod lawns, retaining walls, patios, pool decks, walkways, stairs, fire pits and a variety of other outdoor living ideas. In addition, we install fences; wood, vinyl and aluminum types.
Hardscape repairs and patch jobs. ONLY remove and replace.