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Green Lawns

Lawn and Yard Work, Landscaping, Mulch and Topsoil,

About us

Bill Sapp Completed his studies in Turf and Ornamentals at Rutgers University in the mid eighties and proceeded to have a wonderful career on various golf courses in Colorado , Arizona, and Maryland. He moved to Delaware to assist with caring for his aging grandmother, and started Green Lawns in 1996. Green Lawns has been providing quality lawn and landscape; maintenance, design and installation in Delaware ever since. We've got a nice little lawn care business. We hire qualified employees who care about the plants, and who take their jobs seriously. We cater to residential customers, and we are proud to say that we have many of our original customers from back in 1996. Our services include fertilization program, which include weed and crabgrass control, as well as fungicide and grub (insect control). Tree and shrub care program to fertilize and keep them free of insects and growing freely. Better care for better bloom. Our Irrigation systems are designed to save you money by being the most efficient systems your money can buy. Landscape plans are available to install and add to the enjoyment of your home, and to increase value of the property. We offer ponds, lighting, and hardscaping too. We look forward to helping with your lawn and landscape needs, and feel confident that our program will work well for your lawn and landscape. Thank you Green Lawns LLC

Business highlights

28 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Landscape design & maintenance. Lawn care. Mowing. Fertilizer program. Tree & shrub care. Irrigation installation & servicing. Pond design & installation. Decks. Fencing. Hardscapes. Snow removal.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.455 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
62%
4
9%
3
5%
2
7%
1
16%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.4
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7
Showing 1-25 of 55 reviews

Diego M.
06/2017
2.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
Nothing, the guy was not even aware that he have the job paid to him.
Description of Work: landscaping design

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


jill R.
04/2016
3.0
landscaping, lawn service, mulch
  + 1 more
Said I needed more mulch. Weeds are now coming up. Did sloppy job. Had same service last year from same company but different workers. Last year they did a nice job. Not as good this year and charged more money,
Description of Work: Spread mulch and weed preventative

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$345

Joanne W.
10/2015
1.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
Upon responding to him, he provided details of the cost which did not match the offer. I attempted to schedule a meeting which never happened because of his personal problems. My deposited was refunded by Angie's List upon being notified of my dissatisfaction.
Description of Work: I was attempting to take advantage of a special cost afforded by this landscaper

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0

$60

William M.
09/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, lawn treatment, mulch
  + 2 more
The crew showed up early and did a great job. Worked with my wife on what she wanted for the paths and garden. All work areas were cleaned up, and no trash was left behind. Will use Green Lawns again.
Description of Work: Removed large stepping stones in one path and added the old path to the garden. Reworked a large path in the back garden, removed the stepping stones and made a mulch path thru the garden. Placed mulch on the front garden and transplanted several large plants. Treated the grass in one lawn getting ready to get rid of weeds and crab grass.

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
$1,400

Kenneth W.
08/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, mulch
  + 1 more
Bill Sapp and his workers were very professipnal and I will use them again.
Description of Work: Put down 2 yards of mulch, pull weeds, add weed contro, installed dalilys and prune shrubs.

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
$500

Response from Green Lawns
Thank you Mr, It was a pleasure working with you and Mrs. We look forward to helping again in the future. Yours in Turf Bill Sapp

Midge S.
07/2015
1.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
They were disrespectful. Overcharged us for services. Refused to do these services and said that I clearly have enough money by the site of my car and laughed. He then ruined half of my garden and ruined my grass. Overall this was a horrendous experience and I will never use them again and I will never recommend them.
Description of Work: Overpriced services and then refused to do the services paid for.

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

$400

Response from Green Lawns
Dear {member name removed}, I have gone through my customer list, and we do not have you as a customer. Apparently, you have confused us with some other company. I am sorry for what has happended to you, but it was certainly not my crew who would have ever disrespected you. Or ruined your gardens and lawn. Feel free to call me, at 302-674-8850 Very Sincerely Bill Sapp Certified Nursery Professional, Notary public.

Albert N.
06/2015
5.0
hardscaping, lawn service, mulch
  + 1 more
The original timetable was postponed because of rain, but after agreeing on a later date, the materials and pavers were delivered the preceding day. The day of installation, three workers arrived on-time and commenced work. They worked steadily through the day - and finished about 4:30, then took another 0.5 - 1.0 hour to clean-up. Excellent job!
Description of Work: Dug a trench, 6 inches deep and 32 inches wide by approx. 50ft. long (from driveway to deck); placed 3-4 inches of gravel in the bottom of the trench - compacted it with a vibrating compactor, placed 3/4 inches of sand atop the gravel and compacted it. Pavers were then laid atop the sand and borders were placed beside the pavers and stabilized with spikes. Sod was relaid atop the plastic borders - and then the workers tidied up and removed all surplus soil and materials.

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
$1,650

Kat R.
06/2015
2.0
lawn service, irrigation systems, mulch
  + 1 more
This guy, while friendly, is not someone you want to work with - trust me. He had originally installed our sprinkler system. That was a nightmare. He walked off the job because he thought we had turned off the electricity and ranted and raved on the phone to us. The electrician had wired it wrong. Then, he didn't show because one of his employees died - which was understandable - but then it seemed to put us behind for every other reason. He didn't install the heads in the most optimum setting - several needed to be moved. And then we didn't learn and hired the guy to install mulch - it was a sale going on Angie's List and we bought it before realizing it was that firm. The guy did not bring the right amount of mulch. He did half of the mulch beds and said he would come back and finish. He didn't. So, then we "forgave" him so he could move a head that was in the wrong location (on our neighbor's property) to compensate us for not installing the right amount of mulch?! Unbelievable.
Description of Work: That time, he opened up the sprinklers for the spring.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$100

Ernest G.
06/2015
5.0
lawn service, mulch
  + 0 more
Everything went perfect from beginning to end including clean up. I was 100% satisfied.
Description of Work: Furnished mulch, placed it around all plants and shrubs, and trimmed bushes and shrubs.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Response from Green Lawns
Thank you for the business. It was a pleasure working with you. Yours in Turf Bill

Brenda T.
05/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, lawn treatment
  + 1 more
I built a house 4 years ago. The builder planted grass but the next year my lawn was bare. I tried to bring it back to life on my own with out success. This year I contacted Bill at Green Lawns to help with getting my lawn back in shape. He came out assessed the lawn and presented me with a very clear plan with pricing. He was great to work with and has returned my calls on time even after I had pr-paid for the service. A few of my neighbors have used his services and their lawns look great. He will be re-seeding my lawn this fall. I will give you an update come fall.
Description of Work: Estimate for Lawn Care, Aeration, and Seeding.

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
$1,300

Response from Green Lawns
Thank You for your trust Ms [Member name] We appreciate you! Bill Sapp

amanda E.
05/2015
1.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
It went horribly - Giant waste of my time. I bought the deal from him with the expectation of work being completed. Even though I live within the jurisdiction *THE PROVIDER* laid out on the deal - he said he refused to drive to my house and he had too many other customers closer to him that needed their work done. Here's an idea - PUT THE ZIP CODES of where you're willing to provide services then rather than just the counties. But no skin off the provider's back I guess - I'm the one that has to go through hoops and wait 2 weeks for my money back (not him) Then I'll be able to start all over again. Thanks for nothing.
Description of Work: I bought a deal from this provider for 2 yards of Mulch to be delivered and spread for $149. The provider waited for 2 days to then contact me and tell me he refused to do it because it is cost prohibitive and to seek a refund.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0

$150

Response from Green Lawns
Oh My! I truly thought I was getting through to you when I wrote you stating that for me travel that far would be cost prohibitive. It just isn't our service area. Angie's List should not have added those zip codes on my listing. I have since spoken to them and have asked that they be removed from the listings. I really would like you to understand that it would actually cost me over three hundred dollars to complete your two yards of mulch, considering the labor, mulch, mileage, gasoline, insurance, tax and other miscellaneous overhead. Not to mention the two men not being here to service my existing customers. We take our time and do a great job on everyone we service, and some of them have been with me for 19 years. I truly wish I could have helped with your gardens. All the best, and again, thank you for your interest in Green Lawns LLC. Sincerely, Bill Sapp

Dianne M.
05/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, lawn treatment
  + 1 more
I think these treatment is about $120. He is usually very good. He is a graduate of Wexford University, the College of Agriculture. You can call and talk to him or email him if you have any questions. I emailed him just recently because our apples trees were about to go into bloom. Which kind of spray we wanted to use and when our blossom drops which goes where something about that. He doesn't mind. They are prompt. While we were away if it's grass growing season we will have him mow also. I have looked into the other prices. He doesn't run any particular more than somebody else. I think that's fair to say.
Description of Work: Green Lawns. We have periodic lawn treatments. The treatment is ongoing. They fertilize, they [54:15]. They irrigated our lawn.

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
$120

jill R.
04/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, lawn treatment, mulch
  + 2 more
Came when scheduled - did the work - as promised. Were professional and I would use them again!
Description of Work: applied mulch and weed killer to front yard flower beds.

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
$230

Sharon M.
04/2015
4.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
They were extremely nice, but overall, not a good deal at all.
Description of Work: They did everything that I asked, I guess, but I feel like I got talked into things that I didn't need. The Groupon was NOT a good deal, at all. My current lawn guys does mulch, by the yard, but $10 less a yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$675

Stephen B.
03/2015
4.0
landscaping, lawn service, irrigation systems
  + 1 more
Owner Bill Sapp is professional and knowledgeable. All work was performed on time as promised. Bill has been prompt in responding to all my questions and concerns. When I discovered that the new pipe for the sprinkler system was leaking at the connection in the crawl space, he was prompt in responding but his crew was unable to correct the leak, requiring me to bring in a plumber at an additional $180 cost. It's too soon to say how effective the weed killing and reseeding was, but I am confident that Bill will respond to address any issues and capably bring about a satisfactory result. I have the impression that Bill may have reached outside his service territory to undertake the job at my property beyond what he would normally be comfortable with (the Angie's List description was apparently overbroad), but we are both adjusting to make it work (my contribution is a $50 travel fee for scheduled service visits).
Description of Work: Green Lawns installed an irrigation system in the front yard, killed off the old lawn, and reseeded.

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
$2,300

Dianne M.
01/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, lawn treatment, irrigation systems, leaf removal, mulch
  + 4 more
Looking for lawn treatments, I talked with a number of providers. Bill Sapp was very straightforward and professional. I was impressed with his reviews on Angie's List and the fact that he was a graduate of Rutgers University's Cook College, majoring in turf, landscaping, etc. Knowing another graduate of Cook College and being impressed with her abilities, I knew I could expect great results from Bill. We have not been disappointed and will continue to use Bill. We are planning lighting and more landscaping this spring. He is easy to work with and offers senior citizens' discounts. We have had many positive comments from neighbors and visitors about the landscaping and tree trimming.
Description of Work: He fertilizes and treats the lawn. He mows it (very well) when we are away. He has landscaped the front yard and trimmed two trees so that there is much more curb appeal. Additions have been made to our irrigation system, which have added much-needed watering to previously overlooked areas. They opened the system at the beginning of the season and closed it down in the fall for much less than we had been paying our original installer. They did a fall cleanup and pruned perennials.

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
$1,000

Dee W.
09/2014
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping, mulch, tree service
  + 2 more
Extremely pleased with the gardens! Neighbors have made very positive comments. Everything is level and balanced. Great attention to detail. I'm hiring them to do other yard work for me as well.
Description of Work: Built a footer around my gardens, placed two rows of blocks, added mushroom soil and mulch, cleaned out some unwanted plants and removed a tree trunk.

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
$2,200

Response from Green Lawns
Thank you (Member name removed), It was a pleasure working with you. We look forward to maintaining your lawn in 2015. Yours in Turf Bill Sapp

shirley J.
08/2014
2.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
No work has been done.
Description of Work: No work has been done as of yet.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0

$49

Patrick L.
06/2014
3.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
Too many costs associated with doing the entire yard.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
$149

Response from Green Lawns
I suspect when you received my analysis sheet you realized I placed a lot of information there. The charges were not mandatory, but ala carte, sorry for your confusion, There seemed to be a lot of movement inside the day I was there, but no one answered the door, which would have allowed me to talk to you. Sorry for your confusion. Bill

Ryan M.
05/2014
5.0
lawn treatment
  + -1 more
We really like them. It went very well. We pay for each treatment but you could sign up for a package. They are really nice. They don't come into my house but they always introduce themselves to me when they get here, they ring the doorbell and say they are here for the treatment. It doesn't take an extra amount of time. They just tell me what I need to know and then they let me know when they are done. They are really professional and they are really kind, and they always answer our questions.
Description of Work: Green Lawns does our lawn treatment yearly where they fertilize it and put the chemicals in to make it grow. They were out here last week.

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

Dianne M.
05/2014
5.0
landscaping, lawn treatment, mulch, roof cleaning, tree service
  + 3 more
Everyone was most personable and considerate. Bill has even told me what to plant in areas where I have more spring bulbs to move so I won't mess up his design! They discovered Maple Gall on the leaves of our maple trees and will be back to spray when the weather is more favorable. Bill is very knowledgeable and I will definitely have him back to do more. We spent more than we expected to, but he did so much more than we really expecIed . I'd love to be able to afford to just let him go with his vision--he is very talented.
Description of Work: We hired him to provide regular lawn treaments (crab grass, ,fertilizer, weed killer, etc.) We also discussed some landscaping needed in our flower beds and types of plants he thought appropriate The next day, he came back with his men and trimmed two trees we thought we would have to remove. They removed a great deal of foliage so that the roof is clear and no branches touch the house. The trees and the house are much more attractive now. The next day, they completely weeded all beds, removed the spring bulbs until fall, brought in a beautiful variety of perennials and shrubs and mulched well.

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
$2,400

David P M.
01/2014
5.0
landscaping, lawn treatment, mulch
  + 1 more
They were okay but they weren't the lowest price.
Description of Work: Green Lawns gave me a quote to re-do my yard; seeding, fertilizing, etc.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

$300

Ryan M.
12/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
  + -1 more
We like them. We have an ongoing service with them. I give them an A+ rating.
Description of Work: We use Green Lawns for lawn treatment services.

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

D. E. B.
09/2013
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
These guys are true professionals. They showed up right on time with the right tools and expertise to do an excellent job of correcting my landscaping. The work was done in a quick concise manner in exactly the manner Mr. Sapp had explained to me at the estimate. Mr. Sapp also used several opportunities to train an employ in procedures to improve their activities at the next job. Mr. Sapp also made several suggestions to improve my lawn in the future and later sent me an email with projected costs. Would I use them again? Tomorrow!! I have no qualms recommending them to my best friend or closest neighbor.
Description of Work: Mr. Sapp came by immediately after we contacted him and gave us an estimate in a highly professional manner. He was polite and made several suggestions about things that could be done and ways to save money. More information will be provided after the service is completed.

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
$850

Mary Ann M.
06/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
  + -1 more
Great...Was punctual...did a great job...wonderful clean-up. Grass looks fantastic this year.
Description of Work: Overseed and aerate

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
$180
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Contact information

437 Blue Heron Rd, Dover, DE 19904

www.GreenLawnsServices.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*
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Service Categories

Lawn and Yard Work,
Landscaping,
Mulch and Topsoil,
Lawn Fertilization & Treatment,
Lawn Irrigation,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Leaf Removal,
Tree Service,
Gutter Cleaning,
Roof Cleaning,
Pest Control,
Landscaping - Lighting

FAQ

Green Lawns is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Green Lawns accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, Green Lawns offers free project estimates.
No, Green Lawns does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Green Lawns offers a 10% senior discount.
Yes, Green Lawns offers emergency services.
Yes, Green Lawns offers warranties.
Green Lawns offers the following services: Landscape design & maintenance. Lawn care. Mowing. Fertilizer program. Tree & shrub care. Irrigation installation & servicing. Pond design & installation. Decks. Fencing. Hardscapes. Snow removal.

Contact information

437 Blue Heron Rd, Dover, DE 19904

www.GreenLawnsServices.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM