After I posted my original review, Jose personally reached out to apologize and took the time to…read moremake things right. I really appreciate that he took my concerns seriously and followed through. The team came back at the expected time and did an excellent job on my yard. They thoroughly cleared out and removed all of the overgrown weeds, and the yard now looks clean and well-maintained. I'm grateful they took the time to address my concerns and made sure the job was completed properly.

Started out great but now communication fell off the cliff. We will be moving in another direction.read more

My wife and I worked with Karen on a landscape design project in early 2022. We engaged her for…read moreconsultation around what types of plants, trees and shrubs to include across our front and back yard spaces. We had specific goals around creating a landscape with colorful, drought tolerant, California-native options and Karen knocked it out of the park. Here is what we appreciated most about Karen: - She actively listened to our needs and responded with a wealth of ideas that she helped focus down with our input - She was well organized and highly responsive, using Houzz, Plant Master and documents to guide discussions. - She thoughtfully pushed our thinking and was detail-oriented as we moved from concept stage to making requests of our gardener and nurseries Lastly, we were very pleased with the range of packages/pricing she offered since we only needed consultation vs. end-to-end landscaping support. We highly recommend her!

We did a major landscaping/gardening project that felt daunting but thanks to Karen Hunt and San…read moreCarlos Garden Works we are absolutely thrilled with how everything turned out and how easy it was! Karen is extraordinary at what she does. She handled every detail and was so fun to work with! She helped us choose all the planting, helped with design, helped coordinate with my gardener (with whom I haven't had great communication with) for planting and drip systems, and was a terrific partner. She was quick and efficient and knowledgeable and joyful about the work. She was always accessible and very quick to respond. I was dreading doing this project but Karen made it a family event that we all enjoyed. I'm so proud of how my backyard looks now and would work with Karen every time and recommend her very highly.

They did a great job overall. It was a tree removal and some trees pruning. Happy with the speed…read moreand pricing as well.

We have been working with Family Tree Expert for yard clean-up and regular maintenance for some…read moretime. Recently, we hired them for a major project: removing 3 trees, pruning 17+ trees, trimming a hedge, and some other tasks. Diana was very helpful and professional - she explained the work clearly and offered us multiple options at a reasonable price. I really appreciate how she took the time to help us understand the trees' conditions and the needed work. Once we decided on a plan, she coordinated quickly with her crew, led by Manfredy. I expected this to take several days, but the entire team finished the job in one day. Our trees look revived, and we are very happy with their work. I highly recommend them!

We recently hired Tyler for landscaping work at our home. He was professional, responsive, and easy…read moreto work with throughout the project. He and his crew worked hard and were committed to making sure the job was completed. We especially appreciated his communication and willingness to address questions along the way. We are enjoying the improvements to our yard and appreciate all of the effort that went into the project!

We hired Tyler to design and install new landscaping in our back yard after building and ADU, and…read moreupgrade the front yard. We were very happy with all aspects of the project, both the design and the installation. Tyler communicated with us daily, his designer Juliana was very easy to work with, and Anselmo and the crew did excellent work especially on the new paving in the back yard.

We have had an excellent experience working with this company. This is the third landscaping…read morecompany we have worked with over our 4 years living here in San Mateo and we could not be happier. There are 3 big projects for which we contracted with Zarco Landscaping, because they continually performed above and beyond on the work. The first project was for a room that would flood when it rains. The team at Zarco quickly diagnosed the problem as poor gutter placement and cracks in concrete on the floor above, and they worked rapidly to connect a new sewer system and rebuild our concrete walkway. There has been no more flooding. The second project was to improve the terrain and usability of our backyard, which is on a hill that was very difficult to navigate. The Zarco team completely transformed the area, building stone steps and leveling the land with premium soil, mulch, and stone. Please see the attached photos (we wish we had before pictures, but it was all dirt and invasive plants before on a steep incline)! Lastly, our third project had to be done rapidly after the recent storms in the bay area. We needed three very large and dead trees removed that were at risk of falling on our house or the street. The Zarco team came the next day to remove all of the trees. Overall, the Zarco team has always delivered amazing service and treated us with respect. The prices are also very reasonable and competitive with quotes we received from other businesses. If you live in San Mateo or the Bay Area, we strongly recommend calling Zarco Landscaping for all of your outdoor needs!

Absolutely fantastic experience! He was efficient, hardworking, and incredibly friendly in…read morelandscaping our backyard - when he showed up, it was mostly a dirt lot with a few trees. He had a vision for grass, mulch, a pebble walkway to our office shed, and some plants around the perimeter. Exactly what we wanted for our budget and needs. He delivered professional results while staying within our budget--truly budget-friendly without cutting corners. Reliable, detail-oriented, and a pleasure to work with. There were a couple of miscommunications along the way, and we were impressed with how quickly and professionally he responded and went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. He even spotted some work done by other contractors that needed repairing and did the work. We plan to use Zarco Gardens for our future front yard project. Highly recommend!

Zarco Gardens Landscape has been taking care of our yard for over ten years, and I can't recommend…read moreFrancisco and his team highly enough. Rather than sticking to a rigid, impersonal schedule, Francisco tends to the yard as needed, ensuring everything stays healthy and thriving year-round. Beyond the standard maintenance, he's always willing to jump in on extra projects like planting new trees or flowers. The standout for us has been their incredible support during special occasions. Whether it's a big birthday or holiday guests arriving, Francisco never hesitates to come by the day before to make sure the yard is pristine. His positive attitude and the team's genuine willingness to help make them a pleasure to work with. If you want a neat, tidy yard and a team you can actually trust, call Francisco.

I've used Francisco's gardening services for a few months now, and he is fantastic. He continues to…read moremake my garden look very good at each visit, and takes any extra greenery that doesn't fit in my trash can. His pricing is reasonable too. I'm so glad I have Francisco and his team as my gardeners!

If you own property in the Bay Area, you already know tree bids can get... aspirational…read more I've used EC Tree Service three times over five years -- everything from removing multiple 50-year flowering pear trees to taking out three tall birches to regular roofline trims so my insurance doesn't panic. Edwin's estimates are straightforward and fair. No "we'll reassess once we're up there." The number stays the number. I've also priced the larger companies (including The Davey Tree Expert Company), and the difference wasn't subtle. EC came in literally 3-4x less. Same clean cuts. Same haul-away. Same spotless yard. They show up. They move fast. They clean everything. In a region where contractor pricing sometimes feels venture-backed, Edwin is refreshingly old-school.

We had a large birch fall over and hired EC to remove the tree and grind the stump. They did a…read moregreat job from start to finish. They were able to come out promptly (Elmer was at our place within an hour after I contacted them) to provide a quote. The price was very fair. They had a crew out a few hours later to remove the tree. The foreman was respectful of the property, careful not to damage surrounding landscaping. A second crew came out to grind the stump and did such a good job redistributing the mulch that it looks like there had never been a tree there. Both teams were friendly and explained what they were going to do. The invoicing was accurate and easy. Will definitely consider EC again for tree work.

I couldn't be happier with the work that Mauricio and his team did on our landscaping project. From…read morethe very beginning, he was professional, honest, and easy to work with. He took the time to understand what we wanted, communicated clearly throughout the project, and paid close attention to every detail. The quality of the workmanship exceeded our expectations. Our yard has been completely transformed, and it's clear that Mauricio takes great pride in his work. He showed up when he said he would, kept the work area clean, and made sure everything was done right. It's not easy to find someone who combines excellent craftsmanship with outstanding customer service, but Mauricio does exactly that. If you're looking for a landscaper who is reliable, hardworking, well-priced, and truly cares about the final result, I highly recommend him. We will definitely be using him again for future projects. Thank you, Mauricio, for doing such an amazing job!

Highly recommend if you're looking for reliable, professional landscaping on a regular basis!read more