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Gentle Gardening

Lawn and Yard Work, Leaf Removal, Landscaping

About us

Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges.

Business highlights

17 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Residential lawn care.

Services we don't offer

Landscaping.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

4.318 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
72%
4
11%
3
0%
2
6%
1
11%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.3
value
4.2
professionalism
4.3
responsiveness
4.4
punctuality
4.5
Showing 1-18 of 18 reviews

Bruce H.
10/2015
1.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Started good but didn't show up all the time

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$135

Jarret S.
09/2013
2.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
Jose was severely overpriced. He wanted $350 a month to come bi-weekly and do routine lawn care. We used him one time and quickly realized he is very overpriced for the area. He also operates alone and wants to be paid cash under the table. I would not recommend using Jose.
Description of Work: Mowed lawn, trimmed roses and edged.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
1.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$350

Michelle E.
04/2013
4.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Their service was good. I will use them again in the future if I need to.
Description of Work: I used Gentle Gardening for some landscaping in my yard. They did a whole bunch of work for me. So they pretty much remodeled my lawn.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Mark H.
02/2013
5.0
lawn service, leaf removal
  + 0 more
We have had no complaints, good communication, and good service.
Description of Work: We have hired this service for weekly yard cleaning. Jose, the proprietor, does the work himself. Unlike many of these services you get an estimate from who you think you are working with and then you get a crew member unable to make decisions or speak English. Jose does the service and the estimates. The buck stops with him. He is very friendly and does an excellent job. We have a pretty wild yard requiring a lot of labor. He has reasonable pricing and quality work. I would highly recommend him for yard maintenance and cleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Deborah G.
01/2013
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
He is going to come out weekly to help with the up keep of my lawn. He was professional, efficient, and punctual. I would recommend him to others.
Description of Work: We just hired him to do a clean up on my yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

JOANNE R.
11/2012
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
The Gentle Gardener is always reliable, prompt, and friendly, and really listens to me when I'm explaining what I want and makes helpful suggestions. He did a great job cleaning up my messy side yards, and he always does his work above and beyond my expectations. Plus, I am not shy about talking to him frequently, and he's very nice about it. My only complaint is that he is a little expensive for me, at $80.00/month, but that is because I am out of his usual service area, so he drives further to get to me. Fair is fair, after all! Besides, compared to the other gardeners I've had, he's definitely worth the money. I would definitely recommend him.
Description of Work: I have the "Gentle Gardener" maintain my small yard, front and back, which includes mowing and trimming the lawn, trimming the bushes, and sweeping/blowing clean-up. He also cleaned up my messy side yards for when I first hired him.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

Jerry S.
11/2012
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
The person that came out was very nice. He gave me a price, went and got the material and finished it that day. His estimate on how much material was right on. He did an excellent job. I know who I will call the next time I need andy gardening or yard work done! Jose!
Description of Work: I needed redwood bark on all my flowerbeds, front and back.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

CAROLE G.
07/2012
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
He has worked for me for over a year, and he is very reliable. He shows up on time, and even in the rain. He does an excellent job, is knowledgeable, friendly, and a hard worker.
Description of Work: Every two weeks Jose mows my lawn, trims my roses and other bushes as needed. He sprays for weeds in the beds and the driveway and sidewalks. Occasionally, I ask him to do special tree trimming, and he gives me a price for the trimming and hauling. He applies fertilizer as needed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Maria G.
06/2012
1.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
we agreed on bi-weekly mowing, but after first time he never showed, never answered my calls and now, a month later, he is calling and harrassing me for payment of what he says was extra grass clippings he had to haul away. this is a cost beyond the 60 dollars he quoted and I payed him. DO NOT HIRE THIS PERSON!!!! BEWARE
Description of Work: - grass clipping and weed pulling, plus removal of weeds/grass behind garage (with chemicals)- bi-weekly grass mowing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$190

Theodore L.
04/2012
4.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
Jose was pleasant enough we did not agree on the price that wanted as this is a Mobile Home Spot not a yard of a large house.
Description of Work: mowed the lawn weed whacked the edges cleaned out the borders planted 2, 6 pac of flowers............. as a lawn maintenance company he was ok but overpriced as he came 7 - 8 times in 3 months due to weather. in April we bought 10 6 pacs of flowers he refused to plant them without charging extra........so today is the last time he will mow the lawn. since we removed all debrie that he had collected ( no cost to him ) and he never spent no more than 1 hour at a time , mostly less than 30 minutes we felt he was to expensive........... and we will not use him again!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

$450

STEVEN D.
02/2012
5.0
lawn service, leaf removal
  + 0 more
I called Gentle Gardening. Jose (I believe he works solo) answered the phone immediately (several others had answering machines), gave me an estimate that afternoon. He's thorough, professional, and reasonably priced.
Description of Work: Primarily he removes the leaves. He also trims some of the plants.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Phyllis L.
01/2012
5.0
lawn service, leaf removal
  + 0 more
My husband and I highly recommend Gentle Gardenering/Jose Zamora. Due to health issues, we cannot manage the yardwork here, and finding Jose was a Godsend.
Description of Work: Jose came over to give me an estimate the same day I called him and returned on the next day on time to start working. He cleaned the leaves and dirt out of the rain gutters and blew the leaves and dirt off the roof, which had been negelected for several years. There was a extra charge for this, $125, which was very fair. He cleaned out the leaves and dry, dead undergrowth on my plants in the back yard and in the azaleas in the front. He mowed and edged the front yard and trimmed the ivy. He truly is a "gentle gardener" as the name of his company suggests, which is important to me. He has agreed to come once a week to maintain our front and back yards. We are delighted with the quality of his work, which proved to us that his standards are very high. Throw in with all that a great sense of humor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$90

Paul P.
10/2011
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
Punctual and friendly. Solo operator I think. Came by my property, checked it out, got his tools from storage and got to work, all within one hour. Will use him for upkeep if needed.
Description of Work: Needed overgrown yard mowed and bushes trimmed to make residential home presentable for sale.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$140

scott M.
10/2011
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Great so far as this is a monthly service
Description of Work: Great, they do what they said they would do and do it very well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

MARY W.
08/2011
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
Pleased with the work done so far. Company very responsive.
Description of Work: Trimmed bushes and trees, pulled weeds, repaired diseased lawn sections, pulled out two bushes.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Leslie W.
07/2010
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
Juan came, gave me the estimate, and did the work the same day. He worked very hard. I thought his prices were reasonable and he did a good job.
Description of Work: Hedge trimming, yard clean up.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Katherine R.
05/2010
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
Jose answered the phone and came on the same day to give me an estimate. He performed the work the next day, exactly on time, as he said he would. The work performance was satisfactory. Jose was polite, on time and professional. Very reliable.
Description of Work: Cleqan up, trimming some bushes, pulling the weeds and weed sprayig.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$45

GENEVIEVE G.
01/2010
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
After canvassing and interviewing many gardeners who either didn't show up on time, or not all all, it was refreshing that Gentle Gardening was always prompt. His service is always reliable and he is cheerful as well.
Description of Work: Gentle Gardening is my regular lawn / yard service provider. I've used this company ongoing since March 2009. He arrived promptly, made suggestions, and does a good job.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

    Contact information

    PO Box 13295, Sacramento, CA 95813


    Service hours

    Monday:
    3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Thursday:
    3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Friday:
    3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

    Licensing

    State Contractor License Requirements

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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    Service Categories

    Lawn and Yard Work,
    Leaf Removal,
    Landscaping

    FAQ

    Gentle Gardening is currently rated 4.3 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

    Tuesday: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

    Wednesday: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

    Thursday: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

    Friday: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

    Gentle Gardening accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, Gentle Gardening offers free project estimates.
    No, Gentle Gardening does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Gentle Gardening does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Gentle Gardening does not offer emergency services.
    No, Gentle Gardening does not offer warranties.
    Gentle Gardening offers the following services: Residential lawn care.
    Landscaping.

    Contact information

    PO Box 13295, Sacramento, CA 95813


    Service hours

    Monday:
    3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Thursday:
    3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Friday:
    3:00 PM - 11:00 PM