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Last update on April 01, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
Wil Ramos, our technician today was fantastic in repairing our trash door and touching up a chip on one of the drawers.
Kitchen Saver
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Reviewed in November 2021
Painter did not properly prepare cabinets to be painted. Did not clean, sand, strip, prime, or any kind of preparation work. Also only used a paint brush. No roller or sprayer. As a result the paint is chipping and pealing. The paint is full of brush marks and is overall poor in appearance....
RNDMartist4hire LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
I hired DMF to clear and mulch two big slopes on the front of my property. One slope was covered with thick brush. Fred worked closely with me to understand the scope of the work. The crews he assigned to do the work were outstanding in every regard. They did excellent work and always made...
DMF Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
stan was responsive and rapid, maybe too rapid. stained the whole deck and flower boxes on the deck without using a brush or roller. did some damage to flowers around the deck. left some unfinished looking places which he said he would come back and re-coat. after 2 weeks, he did not show up....
SW Home Improvements, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2017
The foreman and crew worked hard, fast and safe. All work I paid for was completed as specified above. All brush and debris to small to be ground was raked up and removed. The foreman was very knowledgeable and the crew very skilled.
A-AAA Tree Service
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Reviewed in July 2016
Mr. Pomeroy came across as a 'straight-shooting' profession during early phases of the project. This professionalism quickly subsided once payments were made and stopped once he received the final check. Specifically, problems occurred as a result of his personnel's uncaring attitude towards my...
JOHN POMEROY JR
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Reviewed in April 2016
Jerry's team worked on our entire house painting but even though project manager Alex was responsive to our requests, they did a very rushed and it was overall not meticulous. We also cleaned up after the painters left including their lunch boxes and trash. They also threw in the brush rollers...
S & J Painting & Remodeling
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Reviewed in April 2016
Service was done quickly and well. Can hardly notice the chipped portion of the windshield. Staff did teh joc quickly and were very helpful. <br />
Superior Windshield Repair
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Reviewed in March 2016
<p>It went incredibly well. I was initially concerned about the price since I had never hired a professional tree trimming company. Once the crew arrived, my fears were gone. There were about 6 tree trimmers who went to work and arrived in two large commercial size tree trimming trucks. </p> ...
Ameritree Expert
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Reviewed in March 2016
Driveway began chipping/ spalling after 6 months. Work was done September 2014. Concrete seal that was used looks spotty and circular marks (like a paint can ring) from the sealant still show on the driveway. The contactor said he would fix it at my expense (for the cost of the materials)....
Purrazzello & Son LLC
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Brush Chipping questions, answered by experts

Yard waste should be professionally removed at least once per season, particularly during major landscaping projects, fall leaf accumulation, or after severe weather. Regular removal promotes lawn health and maintains a neat exterior.

It’s possible to over-mulch leaves. If the leaf mulch is thick enough that it’s blocking and smothering the grass, that’s a problem. Ideally, you should still be able to see the grass when you’re done mulching to ensure its ability to continue growing. The solution is to make another pass at the top layer of leaf mulch to collect some of the top layer.

Yes, many companies offer convenient options to accommodate service timing needs.

While you can leave roots in the ground, if you don’t want the shrub to regrow again over time, it’s best not to leave any roots behind. Ensure you remove as much of the shrub as possible, including the root ball and any main roots you can see, to prevent new growth. Some gardeners opt for using a chemical treatment to prevent the stump from growing back, but this can kill beneficial microorganisms living in your soil.

Palm tree removal can cost anywhere between $100 and $1,800 depending on palm size, tree condition, labor, location, and the amount of prep work involved. With the necessary skills, a DIY palm tree removal for trees shorter than 15 feet can lower costs. However, it’s generally recommended that you hire a palm tree expert for tree removal.

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