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Last update on March 13, 2024

Reviewed in March 2024
John gave a very fair quote and performed the work in a professional and timely manner. Easy to work with and great communication. The only possible downside is John doesnâ t remove or clean the wood chips area after chipping. No problem for me as I rake them in a pile for future use.
Earth Dynamics of New England
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Reviewed in September 2021
Michael was professional and provided the service he was hired for, he took all brush he cleared away and cleaned up nicely.
Michael Steltzer
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Reviewed in July 2020
Lousy, sent a "sub-contractor to perform work. Supposed to be at least two painters but only one showed up. He came to work when he felt like it,(10AM or after) at various times he left after 2- 4 hours for various reasons(,had to pickup dog at Vets, had a business appointment,etc). Paint did...
CertaPro Painters of Maine
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Reviewed in July 2020
Andrew called me, got a quote right away, 2 days later my brush was gone, and they cleaned up everything beautifully! WAY better prices than competitors, fast, and, quality, would recommend them every time!
York River Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2017
I hired DeVuono to paint the exterior of my house during the summer of 2017. I chose DeVuono because of their commitment to complete the job in 2 weeks (weather pending), and their promise of great communication and detailed work. The first day, a crew comes to my house and power washes it,...
DeVuono Painting
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Reviewed in September 2017
Overall, we were satisfied with the painting job. Flower bed near the house was ruined and the painters used out outside hose to clean painting brushes, which was sort of a surprise, some paint residue ran down the drive.
CertaPro Painters of the Seacoast
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Reviewed in May 2015
did a spring cleanup almost perfectly in an hour. didn't clear out all the brush beside the house.
Oceanside Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2014
Micum is very professional, called ahead to confirm, and arrived when he said he would. Team did a great job, working efficiently but carefully. Cleaned up all the debris, and chipped and removed all extraneous branches. <br />
Cornerstone Tree Care
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Reviewed in January 2014
We purchased pre finished hardwood and carpet. The Rideau's were very attentive during the sales process and the installers were on time for installation. The carpet installation was great....Once the hardwood was completed we were unable to inspect because the floors were covered in wood chips...
Rideau's Flooring Sales and Installation
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Reviewed in May 2012
Scott did a fantastic job. The quality of his work is absolutely superb and he is incredibly tidy!!From the first detailed quote to the last brush stroke, he was great - not to mention the fact that he was considerably cheaper than some other quotes we had received for the work!
Paisans Painting
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Many recycling facilities accept asphalt shingles and then process and reuse them in various applications such as road construction and pavement. Before recycling, remove any nails or other metal components from the shingles to avoid contamination. If recycling facilities are unavailable, you can dispose of asphalt shingles at a dumping site, but homeowners should check local regulations and guidelines for proper disposal procedures. Hiring a professional roofing contractor experienced in eco-friendly disposal methods can ensure that your asphalt shingles don’t just end up in a landfill.

Professional services offer efficient, safe waste and junk removal, ensuring legal compliance and environmental responsibility. Professionals handle items systematically, disposing of them properly or recycling, which contributes to clutter reduction and enhanced property safety.

Burning yard waste can be an efficient method for large amounts. However, burning has health and environmental risks. Smoke can aggravate respiratory conditions, expose you to carbon monoxide, and cause irritation. Fire produces greenhouse gases and may start wildfires. Minimize risks by burning clean, dry, natural materials. Stay upwind and monitor the fire closely.

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.

Mature lilac bushes that are large and overgrown are more challenging to remove than small lilac bushes. Large lilac bushes have deeper roots that are more widespread, making it harder to dig them up and remove them. If you don’t dig under and around the primary roots, then you run the risk of the lilac bush growing back. So, it is a time-consuming process if done correctly.

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