A Fresh Cut did an amazing job in our yard. They were on time, cleaned up everything when they were done and they were really great people to work with. Dave gave us such awesome suggestions and it turned out beautiful! THANK YOU THANK YOU! read more

A Fresh Cut Landscaping (Illinois) planted 30 Thuja Arbor Vitae trees with 3 feet of mulch on each side around the perimeter of my corner lot property. Additionally, they constructed two 15-foot long stone masonry "knee" walls (approximately 3 feet tall) with taller columns. While this sounds straightforward, the work involved was significant; there were previous cement slabs to be removed, a trench of roots where old trees and a hedge shrub wall once lived, a tree to remove, drain tile to re-route, and electric work run underground to the columns for cap lights. The business owner (Dave) was patient and thoughtful in making several trips for the initial consultation with ideas, options, and advice - yet listened carefully and non-judgmentally to my own. This is a skill set in its own right as I don't know anything about landscaping, but he was able to listen to my words and translate them into landscaping language and appropriate options. Additionally as the work progressed and more ideas came to mind, Dave was able to discuss them. Lastly, when I asked that additional work beyond the scope of the initial plans be added on (such as removing and disposing of old chain link fencing) so that future work would be possible there were zero complaints and I wasn't price-gouged. His work crew is skilled and are truly "landscapers" - not lawn cutters (there's a difference). I learned that his foreman has been with the company for 25 years. This is a company where the employees are clearly invested in the business' success and vice versa. The employees know what they're doing and are much more than simple laborers. Dave has the gift of vision for what a property can look like despite its current (in my case terrible) state. He is enthusiastic yet also cost-conscious and does not up-sell you anything you don't need. In fact in my experience he was more likely to make suggestions to save money. At the onset of the work I was only asked for a down payment to cover the hold/purchase of a significant number of trees from the nursery. A Fresh Cut's employees were respectful of my property and the company is well-equipped for the work they do including skid steer, tractor, back hoe, and multiple heavy duty dumps. The employees worked hard at the grunt work that couldn't be performed by heavy machinery. Communication was constant and Dave remained patient and committed to the cause throughout. I was never under the impression that my job took a backseat to any other projects. I plan to use A Fresh Cut for future projects around my property, including patio and pond work. read more

I rarely do reviews, but I wanted to highlight Dave and his crew who went above and beyond last spring to make my front yard makeover beautiful. They listened to what my needs were and stayed within my budget. Dave is extremely knowledgeable and personable, always coming up with great ideas. They even came back and helped me decorated my front porch and flower beds for Halloween. Looked fantastic! read more

Dave's team does such a great job with our weekly lawn cutting & edging that I used them to replace landscaping in my backyard after removing my pool. The work included back-filling the dirt in the space my above-ground pool left us, laying new sod to cover the area, and adding a new section of bushes, trees, and replacement stone edging(from the existing black plastic edging). They did a terrific job on everything. They were very easy to work with, very responsive, and actually came up with the solution we ultimately went with for the backyard. I would definitely use them again. I also referred them to a couple of neighbors who used the service and they are also pleased with his work. read more

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I would highly recommend this landscaping company. This is the second time I've used them at one of my homes for new landscaping and couldn't be happier! Very friendly, reasonable and professional. 5 stars for sure! read more

These guys come to my place frequently for lawn upkeep and maintenance. Always very professional and courteous. I highly recommend this service to anyone asking... read more

Dave and his team built a retaining wall around our semi-inground pool. From initial contact to design to completion, Dave was responsive and his team worked tirelessly and meticulously to give us a great end product. They went over and beyond what we ever wanted or expected. Will definitely recommend them to family and friends! read more

I had them do some landscaping around my house and they did a fantastic job. Very professional I would go with them again in the future.

I have been using A Fresh Cut Lawn Maintenance and Landscape Design for over a three years now for my lawn maintenance and to do some landscape projects around my home. The crew always does a great job and are quick and efficient and very professional. The owner is very knowledgeable and has great design ideas! I would definitely recommend them! read more

Terrible. Just terrible. They will take any shortcuts possible to avoid doing extra work no matter what.

I wish I could give zero stars. If you value anything in your yard, DON'T HIRE FRESH CUT. For 2 years in a row they have ruined things around my bushes when trimming. I didn't hire them, my association does. Last year they cut the cable on my satellite dish and I had to have that repaired. This year they knocked the satellite dish out of range, stepped on my plants, knocked over one of my pots (didn't bother to pick it up) and made a hole in my hose with their chain saw. I called Fresh Cut and was told the owner won't be replacing my $35 hose. Claims I have to talk to the president of the association. They won't do anything because it should be the landscapers that damaged it to be responsible for replacing it. I wish I had been home when they came to trim because after last year I was worried about the cable being cut again. Next year I plan to find out when they are coming and I will be out there watching. read more