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J&R Landscaping LLC

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J&R Landscaping LLC

4.36(
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Customers say: Quality work
45 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

J&R Landscaping and Property Maintenance has been in business since 2014 and has over 30 years of experience. We specialize in residential and commercial landscaping, lawn mowing and property upkeep. J&R Landscaping owner, Jaron Berman, has a Farm and Ranch Degree and has a Master Gardener on staff. Our knowledgeable and professional staff have the skills, attention to detail and professionalism to finish any job above our customers expectations. Whether you need fresh sod installed or routine lawn maintenance, J&R Landscaping and Property Maintenance is your go-to resource!

"In late July, I hired JNR Landscaping through Angie s List for backyard upgrades. After providing pictures and discussing the project, I paid a deposit. Initially, work progressed smoothly as they cleared the area, laid tarp, and added gravel. However, the gravel was not the light color we had requested. I offered to cover the cost for an additional layer of white stone. The pavers were also poorly installed, loose, and not packed with sand. I met with the contractor, Ross, in late August to address these issues. We discussed changes, including larger pavers and the white stone layer. After a lengthy and productive meeting, Ross assured me he would send a revised estimate, but I didn t hear back by September 6. I followed up with Ross and I was sent directly to voicemail. I received a cryptic text that read forwarded info to my dad. He will be in contact with you Since I had never spoken or had any dealings with his dad, I was not quite sure what this was about. Ross s father called me with an extremely hostile attitude, accusing me of leaving his son in the car and berating me for no apparent reason. He was verbally aggressive, unprofessional, and even threatened to tarnish my reputation if I complained. Ultimately this project was done poorly and it is still incomplete. I have been verbally abused and threatened by the owners of this company and I still need to complete this project. I am now seeking a refund for 100 pavers ($1,200), the spray ($120), and an additional $1,780 to cover labor costs I will incur to hire a new contractor, totaling $3,000."

Danielle C on September 2024

J&R Landscaping and Property Maintenance has been in business since 2014 and has over 30 years of experience. We specialize in residential and commercial landscaping, lawn mowing and property upkeep. J&R Landscaping owner, Jaron Berman, has a Farm and Ranch Degree and has a Master Gardener on staff. Our knowledgeable and professional staff have the skills, attention to detail and professionalism to finish any job above our customers expectations. Whether you need fresh sod installed or routine lawn maintenance, J&R Landscaping and Property Maintenance is your go-to resource!

"In late July, I hired JNR Landscaping through Angie s List for backyard upgrades. After providing pictures and discussing the project, I paid a deposit. Initially, work progressed smoothly as they cleared the area, laid tarp, and added gravel. However, the gravel was not the light color we had requested. I offered to cover the cost for an additional layer of white stone. The pavers were also poorly installed, loose, and not packed with sand. I met with the contractor, Ross, in late August to address these issues. We discussed changes, including larger pavers and the white stone layer. After a lengthy and productive meeting, Ross assured me he would send a revised estimate, but I didn t hear back by September 6. I followed up with Ross and I was sent directly to voicemail. I received a cryptic text that read forwarded info to my dad. He will be in contact with you Since I had never spoken or had any dealings with his dad, I was not quite sure what this was about. Ross s father called me with an extremely hostile attitude, accusing me of leaving his son in the car and berating me for no apparent reason. He was verbally aggressive, unprofessional, and even threatened to tarnish my reputation if I complained. Ultimately this project was done poorly and it is still incomplete. I have been verbally abused and threatened by the owners of this company and I still need to complete this project. I am now seeking a refund for 100 pavers ($1,200), the spray ($120), and an additional $1,780 to cover labor costs I will incur to hire a new contractor, totaling $3,000."

Danielle C on September 2024


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Eloy A on September 2025

Family owned business with over 20 years experience - Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers - Lawn Irrigation - Tree Service - Palm Tree Trimming -

"They are great!"

Eloy A on September 2025


Semos especializados en jardineria en buen precios trabajamos el precio con el cliente y tambien tiramos basura ah buen precio




Grass maintenance Landscaping Irrigation Mulch/pinestraw Tree work Drainage Problems Trimming Bushes Pressure Washing Handyman Services Clean gutters





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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Most retaining wall installations can be finished in one to three weeks, but the timeline varies based on factors like wall size and material. The local climate and major weather events, such as storms or flooding, can also extend the project's timeline, as can any holds ups in the permitting process.

Yes, to build a retaining wall, a permit is required. Similarly, any repairs or modifications to an existing retaining wall require permits. If the planned wall measures higher than 4 feet, most municipalities require designs and permits come through a licensed engineer. In some locations, if the wall is shorter than 4 feet, a permit may not be required. For the requirements in your area, contact your local government.

Generally, a railroad tie retaining wall consisting of a single line of ties should be between 3 and 4 feet tall—and the height often tops out at around 6 feet. You can go taller, but you may need additional footings and reinforcements, including a second layer of railroad ties to support the added weight of the soil it’s holding back.

To maintain the integrity of your landscape, a retaining wall must be installed if the slope of the angle exceeds 35 degrees. The lean of the wall must be 1 inch per 12 inches in height to disperse the weight of the soil uniformly and guarantee the correct drainage of the soil.

Each design is different, so we can’t say definitively if you’ll need a dedicated drainage system in place for a two-foot retaining wall. However, you can likely skip the drainage, as this project is typically served for walls that are 4 feet tall or more. Even with a relatively low wall, consider drainage if you are building on top of clay or poor-draining soil types or if there are buried water sources nearby, like a well used for other outdoor garden projects.

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