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I chose him because he had good reviews but he did a really bad job on my yard. I actually took pictures to show what he did. I had asked that they leave the level of the yard a little below the sprinkler heads. Well, they left it, and it had so much compost and they didn't take out enough dirt, that they had 6 inches over all the sprinkler heads. I had to find them all and dig them out. Then I had to re-level it myself and haul out the dirt that they left so that it would be level and below the level of the sprinkler heads. It is kind of a sunken yard and one of the reasons why I wanted to hire someone was because I didn't want to haul out all the dirt. They didn't want to either, apparently. I ended up having to do way more work than if I had just done it myself in the first place. I was not happy. They did rototill the yard and they did add the compost. But they left too much there and they covered up all the sprinkler heads which didn't help me out any. I would give them a D because they did do the job I hired them to do, they just didn't finish the job very well. He was a very nice guy and everything.

The process was incredibly easy and smooth. The rototillerguy's website was very thorough in explaining the process. The pricing tool was a great benefit. I knew before deciding exactly what it would cost. A crew of 4 came right on time and worked thoughout the day. (job took 1 3/4 days total) The quality and attention to detail was terrific. Once the old sod was removed,they pick axed the soil and tilled it over 6 inches down then added rich compost. They leveled the enriched soil and laid high quality sod. I can highly recommend their service! I am a very satisfied customer.

Forget the - I couldn't be happier. I had four quotes, dealt with over 11 landscapers, several who wanted to upsell me on everything I didn't want. Mike's pricing was transparent, his website rocked, and he was true to his word. He was patient with the process because the installation was on a Fraternity house. Many of the vendors I've discussed this job with didn't want to take it because of that fact (what does being a fraternity have to do with landscaping?). In the end, he was true to his word, If I had to do it again, I would in a heartbeat because not only was he one of the least expensive options, he clearly had the customer service orientation I look for.

Mike and his crew were just great. It's so refreshing to work with someone that is so up front about the service that is provided and what the costs will be. I recently completed a house remodel and dealt with many frustrating instances of contractors not doing what was promised, not showing up and charging more than what they initially bid. With Mike, there were no surprises and my yard looks much better than what I had envisioned. He offered suggestions which kept me within my budget without compromising the final product. Mike's crew worked tirelessly for 5 days, working first on the fene and retaining wall. The pick axe and rototill of the soil was next which was very impressive to watch. The soil was made of clay which made it rock hard; but Mike’s crew tore through it and after mixing in the compost, made it very soft. They also leveled the yard, making it practically flat and helped place about 40-50 rock boulders. Finally, a new 4 zone sprinkler system was installed. Along the way, Mike explained the process in great detail. I was around for much of the work, and was able to learn about the importance of compost, tilling of the soil and the proper installation of a sprinkler system. I especially enjoyed the sprinkler system, and with Mike’s thorough explanation, now know the basics of sprinkler systems. Landscapers and contractors in general should take note on how to properly provide services to one’s home. My wife and I are completely happy with the work that Mike and his crew provided and cannot wait for the grass and vegetables to come in. I cannot recommend Mike and his crew more and wish there were more companies like his.

I called Mike in the morning and he gave me a rough estimate of cost which was based on the square footage. He came with two men who got right to work. the job was finished about four hours later. They were friendly and cleaned up well.

Around Sept 16, 2009, after meeting 2 other landscape people at my house, getting their artificially high quotes, I returned to craigslist and found Mike's ad. His ad led me to his website, wherein you find that his words are genuine, his pricing straight forward (impossible to find this from his competitors!), and his approach is sensible and water-saving. At his website, using his pricing estimate tool, I plugged in the dimensions of my yard, and selected the work options I wanted, a quote was emailed to me. Then we spoke a bit over the phone, and agreed to have the work done. His pricing was %25 less than the next nearest quote. He came out within 2 days, with a crew, and started to bang out the work. In person, Mike is honest, reliable, and really believes in the compost approach to soil amendment. What will surprise most people, is that Mike is on these projects with his crew, only leaving to pick up the all important compost. He works hard. The project, which was to remove my old grass, bring in compost soil, and lay sod, and install a complete sprinkler system for the front yard, started on a Friday, and Mike and his crew worked straight through the weekend until they finished Monday. The results are excellent. The watering coverage is awesome, and there is virtually no over-spray onto walkways and driveways-something that has always bothered me about my neighbors sprinklers! A few months later, the lawn is super green and lush, and neighbors and passersby alike often make positive comments about our landscaping. I highly recommend the RotoTillerGuy!

Our front yard, including two flower beds, were a disaster. We had initially received a quote from one guy who wanted $5000! That prompted me to check out other options. That is when we found Mike The Roto Tiller Guy. He not only was almost $2000 LESS than the previous bid, he and his wonderful team of workers worked extremely hard. The one thing that impressed me the most was that Mike was there for every minute of the project, overseeing the entire job. These guys were pleasant and courteous and Mike was eager to answer any questions we had and explained the process of what was being done through-out the entire project. I would highly recommend these guys!

Mr. Mike Georgia, I want to thank you and your excellent crew for doing a great job on my yard in Burbank. It looked good last night when you guys finally left at dusk after cleaning up but, you should have seen my front yard this moring when the sun came up. It is the best looking yard on the block. It's green (duh!) but it's now smooth and it has now been sculpted down to fit with my driveway and sidewalk, just like you said it would be. The back yard is also looking great. Your help with moving my tool shed and other details make my backyard look much more open and usable. My holiday visitors will be very impressed and we will have a great area to eat and play on. Your crew is prompt and friendly and works steady. No lazy guys on in your group. And they keep their eyes open to fix things as they come up and as they all pitched in to clean up and go home after the job was done. They even volunteered to lay a stack of red bricks around my tree, an extra not included in the estimate. I know that you are dedicated to "do it the way I would do it in my own yard", as I heard a few times during the two days you were at my house. I also know that you do it the right way; good quality with correct expenditures. No throwing away money on things that don't help the quality of the job but also not scrimping on details. Spend the money and do it right and then love the results. And I do love the results of Mr. Georgia 'the Rototiller Guy' and his crew. Thanks so much. Ron Burbank, CA

Working with Mike was great -- he was extremely professional, attentive and responsive. He and his crew went well and above the call of duty in accommodating some of my extreme perfectionist requests, responding to each with quality and a smile. His focus and tenacity in getting things done -- and done right -- is to be commended.

He is the most honest guy I have ever had work for us and his "team" are just as honest and nice to have around. He can do alot of stuff - handyman stuff - and his fees are reasonable. You pay by the hour - $60.00 an hour I think - and I had him moving potted plants around and doing work on my automatic sprinkler system and clearing out old junk and taking it to the dump and really, there wasn't anything he couldn't do for us. I'm bringing them back to teach me now how to actually upkeep an organic garden. Oh, and he's coming back to build me more above ground planters.

He checked my entire irrigation system. He updated and upgraded my whole irrigation system. The system's timer malfunctioned (probably due to a power outage during a storm) and he came back out and installed a back-up battery for the timer. He did this at no extra charge to me and paid for the extra battery out of his own pocket. He was on time and very accommodating to my schedule, and was professional.

Everything went as I needed, though not as I originally planned. Mike could have rototilled and gotten paid, instead, he did the right thing and was happy about it. He seems quite competent.

Mike was great to work with from start to finish. He responded quickly to my emails requesting an estimate. It was so refreshing to have someone answer my emails promptly and professionally. He had helpful information and was very fair with his estimate, and we made all the arrangements quickly for the work. The crew (3 guys, plus Mike) showed up right on time, quickly got to work, and did a fantastic job. The pick-axing alone would have taken me days by myself, and I was thankful to have someone do everything for me, at a great price. After the pick-axing, the first tilling went quickly, and they spread the compost and tilled it in again. For my small garden, the work was completed in less than 3 hours. The price included everything (labor and compost). Mike is very friendly, we had a great conversation while the crew worked. He gave me some additional great advice for possible landscaping ideas and putting in a sprinkler system, which I am seriously considering based on the excellent job they did. I would recommend Mike & his crew very highly.

I would like to start off by saying...that for me to be sitting here writing a review on yelp on my day off is statement enough but when it review is an exceedingly positive one...you must know that the job that was done for me was done by a true artist who is passionate about his work. He has actually inspired me to be more passionate of the things that do. He and his crew arrived early and on time and wasted no time and started swinging pick axes. After hours of this backbreaking work that most of people in his line of work would skip. The roto tiller started up and began to mix the already picked earth into a fluffy bed. Then it was off the pick up the organic horse compost. Mike asked me if I would like to go and see for myself where and how he gets this black gold. It was a great field trip...no permission slip required! We then returned with our valuable payload and the workers shoveled it on to the already tilled earth and then much to my surprise rototilled again...mixing everything together. As if this was not enough...this would process was repeated two times. Mike said this would ensure a healthy lawn that would last for generations. Once all that was done. Mike and his crew installed two valves and a sprinkler system with timer. I even went to home depot with him and Mike explained every detail of how the system will work. Then we bought lunch for the boys at the great little BBQ joint Mike knows about. When we returned it was time to finish off the sprinkler system install and lay the sod "Marathon 2"... Which was laid gingerly and trimmed perfectly...HOLY PICTURE PERFECT BACK YARD BAT MAN!!! Seriously...Mike is a God send and a true blue hard worker that cares about what he dose, very rare these days. Ask around and shop prices ask what is included in the other guys services. They can't touch Mike or his work ethic and all he dose to provide you with a healthy gorgeous lawn. On a side note. Mike came back to check up on a sprinkler head for me and the roots had already shot down more than 3 inches. Oh and I totally forgot that when he arrived he brought us a huge assortment of veggies from his garden. I will say this...We are having a house warming party in a couple of weeks and Mike and his best friend Shadow the dog are not only invited but they are coming! I read a previous review that slammed Mike. I can't see how what was written was possible. Mike and his team are kind and very professional.

Excellent! We will use this company again.

OMG---this was truly one of the best service experiences ever. Mike and his staff--Luis and Abraham--are amazing! Punctual, courteous,tidy and attentive to specific needs or special requests. My yard has really never looked this great in all the years that I've owned this house. I am now totally ready to go forward with drought tolerant front garden. Thanks so much.

Contacted rototiller guy from an ad on Craigslist. Delivered compost within a couple of hours. Quality of composted horse manure was very high. Very little smell, nice and fluffy mix. He then gave me an estimate on running a waterline up through my terraced backyard. Price was very reasonable and he even suggested I could do it myself easily. Nice, friendly and honest guy.

the grass is installed. and soil was rototlled which i hear is the way to go.

I called Mike on Friday, he was promptly on Saturday afternoon. I got his estimate online at www.rototillerguy.com so I know exactly what to expect. When Mike got here, him and his team quickly got to work. Mike and I went to OSH and picked out the grass seeds. All in all, it was about 4 hours of work and my backyard looks great. Thank you Mike and team.

?He and his crew were here promptly at 7:00 a.m. as promised.?They pick-axed our whole backyard and then rototilled it. Then they spread out the compost and re-rototilled it again to a depth of 6", if not more, raked and leveled the ground and then layed the sod.?Mike and his crew worked tirelessly to get the job done right.?Mike is very professional and educated us on how to maintain our new lawn.?We are extremely pleased with how our backyard grass now looks and we cannot say enough about Mike's commitment to the quality of his work and to our satisfaction.

I had a great experience with The Rototiller Guy. Good phone contact and website - with an easy quote process on the website. Showed up on time, very friendly and good to work with. Did a fantastic job and was very efficient. I would definitely hire him again.

I have lived in my home for over 30yrs and the lawn in my yard has always been very arid and hard to keep it green no matter how much I watered it. So, I heard about Rototillerguy at a restaurant that I go to and decided to use his service. After making an appointment they arrived on time, started the work right away and finished the work in 2 days. I have never seen my yard so green and when I walk on it it's like walking on a soft bed.

Mike showed up early after we spoke. I had to hustle to get ready for the delivery but we were able to put the material just where I needed it. It was the best kind of surprise.

Mike and his crew showed up on time, and got right to work. His guys started immediately to pic axe the dirt and remove the old lawn and weeds, while Mike went to go get the first load of Compost material. The crew started to RotoTill the area by the time Mike showed up with the first load. The guys were a bit tired so as they took it a bit easier and started to unload the Compost, Mike took over with the chore of RotoTillling. Mike kept going back and forth getting the Compost, and his crew kept at the RotoTilling. Once the initial RotoTilling was done, they started to spread around the Compost material, and then they used the RotoTiller again to mix it into the soil. Its amazing how much more pliable the soil became as this Compost got mixed into it. Mike showed me how absorbent this Compost Material was, and explained to me how it is helpful in making the lawn more drought tolerant and will hold the moisture up in the top 6 inches of the soil now that this stuff is mixed into it. And because it is Compost and not just fertilizer, it will continue to break down and fertilize the lawn over a greater length of time. Mike certainly knows his stuff, I was impressed. Any way, they then set about installing the Sprinklers and replaced my old Manual valves with the Automatic Valves so that I could use an Automatic Timer to water the lawn and flower beds. The Sod was scheduled to arrive the next morning, so that was it for day one. They cleaned up, swept up, hosed things off, put the tools that they were finished with back into the truck and left for the day. Day two. Mike and his crew showed up on time again, and basically waited for the Sod to show up from the Sod Farm. Mike tested the sprinkler system again while he was waiting. The Sod showed up, and Mike and the guys went right to work laying the sod. It wasn't but two hours later and they were all done. Boy does it look great, especially when you consider how bad it looked at the start.

The service was great! I went on the website(rototillergut.com) and placed my order. I immediately got a quote and confirmed that I wanted the work done. We spoke on the phone and set a date to do the job.They showed up on time and got right to work.They dug up the yard,went and got the manure, spread it over the garden area, and rototilled it nto the soil.I wrote a check for the amount we had previously agreed upon, we shook hands,smiled and said goodbye.