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Earthworks Landscape

4.6(
87
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Landscaping, Mulch and Topsoil, Lawn and Yard Work,

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About us

For 35yrs Earthworks has been designing and installing South Florida landscapes for all budgets and all types of tastes. Larry Dieterich is a certifiable plant freak whose passion for unusual and interesting plants makes for unique and longlasting landscapes. Having traveled throughout the world researching and collecting unusual palms, plants, bromeliads and aroids I am bored by the mundane and predictable pallete so commonly seen in the average yard. This is not to say i install plants so rare they require specialized maintenance and watering. I believe a good landscape design should serve the test of time, be in scale with the area of work, have strong "curb appeal " and is easily maintained. And of course have moderate to low watering needs. I am known, at least in name, by nearly anyone worthwhile in the south florida nursery, plant and landscape world. Several photos of myself can be seen in the foremost authoritative text on palms," An encyclopedia of cultivated palms" by Paul Craft (my best friend).I have written many articles on landscaping and design for a home improvement magazine. Insured and licensed, I occasionally charge a small deposit($100-200) for a landscape sketch, which is refunded against any work contracted, (provided the work is contracted in full). I am Earthworks... the head hole digger, designer, rock placer, truck driver, delivery boy and my own worst critic. All attributes that ensure your work is installed as best it can be. Warranty policies; Plants want to live, even in a vacant lot there may just be weeds but plant life is evident and unavoidable. If a plant we install dies there is a reason and a solution. Numerous factors are at play in the urban environment, it may be our fault or it may be your fault and depending on who, what and where the fault lies determines the approach to a resolution. Labor is a commodity we can replace, the dead plant may not be. However service is the single most memorable quality a client refers to, and Earthworks is commited to prompt reliable service. Rock work and boulder installation as well as waterfall work is a special talent of Earthworks. A huge fan of Graham Stuart Thomas, Larry "sees" elevation and rockwork as an asset when and where it is feasible and more importantly, be esthetically appropriate. Not as an afterthought or an "add-on" to compliment the final invoice! But I do not do multi-colored mulch/gravel or cheesy little stacked stone walls around the base of a palm!! Budget is usually criteria one to most clients and I am mindful to accomodate the plant design and selection within the desired budget. However, if that budget is unrealistic for the area to be covered I will work with the client to stage the project or, phase down the scope of plant sizes and spacings. I charge an hourly labor rate of $105 for a crew separate from the plant and materials cost. My Nursery, is a ten acre tropical paradise replete with a 25 foot swing over our alligator inhabited pond. Visitors are welcome 7 days a week provided they call for an appointment and children are welcome...to weed anything! The important part of selecting any contractor is establishing a level of trust. I'm Larry and I thrive on trust. I did not choose this profession for the money making capabilities it provides, or the short hours and health benefits. I do it because I love it, I strain to be pragmatic and realistic in my design and plant selections. I have 10 acres of plants so I understand maintenance..believe me. More importantly I know plants and what works and where to get them and how to make a yard look amazing, all within a reasonable budget. Please read the reviews here on AngieslList, I am not the fastest landscaper but possibly the most serious and I greatly appreciate your taking the time to read this rant/Bio. I hope you might consider me for your landscape project to whatever degree that may entail. Sincerely, Larry Dieterich.

Business highlights

42 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Landscape Design & Installation, Low Voltage Landscape Lighting, Palm, Tree Delivery & Installation, Boulders, Waterfalls, Water Features, Pavers & Hardscaping & Walkways, Some Sod Work, Fertilization, Soil Testing, Plant Transportation & Brokerage, Tiki Hut Construction, Tree & Palm Transplanting, Rootpruning, Annuals Installation, Maintenance & Contract Growing, Plant Babysitting, Storage, Maintenance, Irrigation Repair &Adjusting. Mulching.

Services we don't offer

grass cutting or maintenance of lawns. Large tree pruning or cutting.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes

Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.687 Reviews
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Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
75%
4
2%
3
1%
2
6%
1
16%
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.5
punctuality
4.6
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Showing 76-87 of 87 reviews
Bill E.
12/2015
5.0
landscaping
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Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
eddie H.
06/2015
5.0
landscaping, tree service
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Description of Work: ..................
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Sandra B.
04/2015
1.0
decks, landscaping
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unknown
Description of Work: They didn't return my call. And I made sure that it was them that I called.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Response from Earthworks Landscape
Well I have no voicemails from anyone with that name and I don't have a GC license for building things. I am a landscape designer and nursery owner. Sounds like you called someone else, I also have not advertised in the booklet for over a year... Sorry you didn't get what you wanted but it was not me you called.
Melani F.
01/2015
1.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Answered my initial inquiry with a response that he would get back to me in a few days when he could "fit me in" with another job. Never responded when he said he would.. Unprofessional.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Response from Earthworks Landscape
Correct, I did say I would combine this persons FREE estimate with another job I had near her 48 miles away from my office. That job was postponed and this estimate was too. Once again only the non-paying non-customer review is poor. I'm still batting .900 Thanks for your patience!
Al B.
06/2014
4.0
landscaping, outdoor lighting
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unknown
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Response from Earthworks Landscape
I am not a client of this person, I sent a registered letter to him asking he give the credit to the proper vendor probably with a like sounding name. I never heard back so I called Angieslist and they tried to reach him, still no luck. I appreciate the B rating but I didn't do any work to deserve it...oh well.
Carol N.
06/2014
5.0
landscaping
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Description of Work: ..
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
$2,500
Susan R.
04/2014
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Larry has extensive knowledge of plants and which would be the 'right plant for the right place" - we are thrilled with his attention to detail.
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
Response from Earthworks Landscape
Thank you (Member name removed), I couldn't do it without you guidance, suggestions and keen eye for detail.
Cynthia K.
01/2014
5.0
outdoor lighting
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Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
ROBIN R.
06/2013
1.0
landscaping
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he never called me back
Description of Work: nothing..he never called me back
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from Earthworks Landscape
Correct I did not call back because it clearly states in my profile I DO NOT do maintenance, sorry.
MARK J.
04/2013
1.0
landscaping
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no work done
Description of Work: Called twice to have them come over to give an estimate on landscaping job. Never returned my calls.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
Response from Earthworks Landscape
I have no voicemail record nor email from this person, but i am sorry he went the extra mile to file this negative report.
Rehana P.
11/2012
2.0
landscaping
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Description of Work: After reading the glowing reviews I contacted Mr. Dieterich in August to get a quote for some landscaping work in my small front yard. He came out, discussed the project and promised to get back with a plan. I did not hear from him for a while and since I was going out of the country I called him and said I would contact him upon my return. When I came back early Nov I called Mr. Dietrerich and he thanked me for contacting him and came to see me on the day we agreed and on time. He showed me a plan and suggested that the 3 tall palms will have to be removed. I disagreed and said I would like to keep the palms. He said he will have to redo the plan and would get back to me. As I did not hear from him for two weeks I called and left a message but got no response until I received an email on 11/27 informing me that he was in the Bahamas doing a project until mid Dec and will then go to Sarasota for two more projects and that he will not be able to take my work! I think Mr. Dieterich was very unprofessional. He did not have the courtesy or decency to call me before he left for the Bahamas. All he had to do is to say that he had no time or had too much work and I would have understood but to keep me waiting for more than two weeks without a word is unprofessional. He even had the gall to write that he would have called but the roaming charges are too high!! If his time is precious, so is mine.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0
Response from Earthworks Landscape
The client is right, I should have taken the time to call and explain my schedule. She did leave out the part where i had drawn a full color plan taking over 4 hours based on the discussion and information she provided. I also gave her the name of another AngiesList landscaper who is a friend and does lower budget installations where no significant equipment or changes to the existing landscape are expected. Communication is a two way participation, I could have done better and saved us both alot of wasted effort.. I am grateful for her input and comments.
Joli B.
05/2012
5.0
landscaping
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great!
Description of Work: he performed very well brought the exact bushes and planted them Larry return all e mail promptly And was very pleasant to work with I would recommend earthworks very highly
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
$600

Contact information

2874 162nd Dr N, Loxahatchee, FL 33470

Service hours

Sunday:
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Landscaping,
Mulch and Topsoil,
Lawn and Yard Work,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Lawn Irrigation,
Tree Service,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Greenhouses/Nurseries,
Stone and Gravel,
Fountains,
Decks and Porches,
Landscaping - Lakefront

FAQ

Earthworks Landscape is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Earthworks Landscape accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Earthworks Landscape does not offer free project estimates.
No, Earthworks Landscape does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Earthworks Landscape does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Earthworks Landscape offers emergency services.
Yes, Earthworks Landscape offers warranties.
Earthworks Landscape offers the following services: Landscape Design & Installation, Low Voltage Landscape Lighting, Palm, Tree Delivery & Installation, Boulders, Waterfalls, Water Features, Pavers & Hardscaping & Walkways, Some Sod Work, Fertilization, Soil Testing, Plant Transportation & Brokerage, Tiki Hut Construction, Tree & Palm Transplanting, Rootpruning, Annuals Installation, Maintenance & Contract Growing, Plant Babysitting, Storage, Maintenance, Irrigation Repair &Adjusting. Mulching.
grass cutting or maintenance of lawns. Large tree pruning or cutting.

Contact information

2874 162nd Dr N, Loxahatchee, FL 33470

Service hours

Sunday:
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM