Please call for fast service 770.906.6861. Thank you for finding us here on Angi! I am always looking at my phone so please call or text for the fastest response - 770 906 6861. Overgrown backyard focuses on Yard cleanup services. Kudzu and Ivy removal and lot clearing projects! Fence line clearing. Old bushes removed. Ivy removed from tree's. Bushes trimmed. Hillsides and creeks cleaned up. Gutters and roof cleaning. Pine straw / Mulch installed. Leaf removal. Chain saw work. Hauling debris and much more! We are a self owned business in the Greater Atlanta area and are actively booking projects all year long. We will handle everything from removal to clean up and are backed with insurance and a professional staff. We offer competitive pricing for referrals and look forward to assisting you with your project!
Business highlights
30 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Eco Friendly
Services we offer
Yard cleanup services. 770.906.6861. Kudzu / Ivy removal. Lot clearing. Fence line clearing. Privet / Underbrush removal. Bushes trimmed, Wooded areas / Hillsides cleaned up. Fallen limbs, chain saw work. Ivy removed from trees. Grass cut. Pruning. Hand pull weeds. Roof / Gutters cleaned. Leaf removal. Light landscaping. Creeks or Streams cleaned out.
Old bushes dug up. One time cleanups. Old sheds removed, Demo work. Hauling debris. Pine straw / Mulch. All types of yard work. Call today 770.906.6861.
Completed front and back yard, everything looked great!
Description of Work: Front and back yards
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Curtis C.
09/2022
1.0
gutter cleaning, landscaping, lawn service
+ 1 more
I will stood up Two apologies from Frank and still no call no show. Looks like he does good work when he shows up and I guess it would depend on what ZIP Code you live in to be a priority ( seems to me in reading all the reviews)
Description of Work: On site estimate in College Park
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you for the review. I'm sorry you had a frustrating experience. We will strive to do better.
Bonnie R.
07/2022
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
Crew showed up early, worked very hard in intense heat. Finished job in a a timely manner. The ivy bed was very large and dense. We are thrilled with the job they did. They will be the first company we call, when we have another yard project! Frank has photos of our project, that I am sure he will be glad to share.
Description of Work: Removal of a very neglected overgrown ivy bed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,200
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Lance G.
11/2020
5.0
hauling services, landscaping, lawn service, tree service
+ 2 more
Job went great. Did all I asked, arrived when they said they would and worked hard all day. Frank called later that night to see how i liked the work. I informed him all was good except they missed one area. Frank and guys were back early the next morning and completed the work. Frank is great and crew very nice.
Description of Work: cut ivy from tree bases, trim tree limbs, clear brush and cut some small scraggly trees down.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Lynda D.
09/2020
1.0
gutter cleaning, lawn service
+ 0 more
They made an appointment to come and never showed up with no communication as to why.
Description of Work: Jasmine cut on top of pergola
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you for the review. I am sorry i missed our appointment.
Ye W.
07/2020
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, leaf removal
+ 1 more
Entire process was quick and very smooth. Frank came out same day for a quote, and after we made the call to go with his team they were out the next day to start work. They absolutely overhauled the entire area in the space of two days, faster than I had anticipated, and were very courteous and respectful of our property. Amazing and quick work from the whole team!
Description of Work: Clearing of very unkempt front and back yard
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,550
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
STACEY M.
05/2020
5.0
gutter cleaning, lawn service
+ 0 more
Frank and his crew were awesome! Frank came out and was able to give me a price immediately and, in my case, was able to start work the next day. It took two full days and a crew of three or four to clear the berm in my yard as I had let it grow up for far too long. They were detailed and completed everything we discussed and then a little. My scope of work also included pine straw and cleaning of the house gutters. The crew was courteous and hard working. Frank was communicative and wanted to make sure that the work was done to my satisfaction. I would, and will, bring them back for future work. We may be putting down some sod soon.
Description of Work: I had significant overgrowth and ivy to be cleared in my backyard as well as pruning to be done.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,850
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Brett B.
04/2020
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
Frank and the guys were awesome. would definitely recommend them. They completed the job in hours.
Description of Work: Needed a back hill cleared of weeds and thorn bushes.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Raquel G.
03/2020
5.0
hauling services
+ -1 more
Wonderful! I enjoyed working with Erik and his crew. Would highly recommend.
Description of Work: Discard old furniture and housewares items
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
I was so impressed with their responsiveness and quality of work. The amount that I paid for their services was extremely reasonable for the scope of work done and how quickly it was completed. I would not hesitate to use their services again. I would grade this business with an A+ across the board!
Description of Work: Entire yard cleaned up that included weeding, mowing, edging, trees cleaned of ivy, pine straw put in beds, roof and gutters cleaned and shrubs trimmed. They did so much that I have forgotten something.
Rating Category
Rating 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 Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Bethany A.
06/2019
5.0
hauling services, lawn service, tree service
+ 1 more
Frank and his team are top notch professionals for the work I needed done in my front and back yard. Frank was careful to listen to my requests and expectations. He fulfilled all of them with his team exactly as we discussed in a timely manner. He also offered suggestions to help keep my property safe. He wasn't just trying to drum up business. Genuinely I observed his efforts to assist me in my situation. I appreciate his quality of communication and work ethic on a HOT Georgia summer day. Frank's company and crew are worthy of an A grade review across the board! This type of work is expensive to begin with, yet I found him fair and comparably priced to other companies.
Description of Work: Yard clean up, shrub and tree removal, trees trimmed, weeds pulled, fence line cleared for rain run off.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Aimee G.
05/2019
5.0
hauling services, lawn service, tree service
+ 1 more
We had multiple areas in our year overgrown and out of control. Our project was BIG - Frank and his crew were amazing. Frank responded quickly to my request for a quote. Once agreed upon, he and his crew started the job the next day; finishing in three days and working diligently and professionally. They were attentive to plants and areas we did not want touched and were careful to meet every request we had. They even did a few extra things for us at no charge. I would hire Frank and his crew again without hesitation!
Description of Work: BIG YARD OVERHAUL PROJECT
Rating Category
Rating 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 Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Samir N.
04/2019
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
I called Frank and he came out for an estimate to clear brush, trees and remove ivy. He gave me a quote on site, and was professional and punctual. I scheduled the work, but due to unforeseen circumstances had to cancel. Frank was understanding, and I appreciate that. I would not hesitate to contact him again for future work.
Description of Work: Clearing of overgrown trees, brush and ivy
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Joe S.
04/2019
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
They did an excellent job and we would highly recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: They totally cleaned out the woods in our backyard. Later, they pruned overgrown bushes, removed vines and cleaned everything up.
Rating Category
Rating 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 Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Michelle D.
04/2019
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
I'm so happy I found Frank! I had been trying to find someone to hand pull a bunch of overgrown weeds that had taken over my side patio and until I found Frank, I couldn't get anyone to return my call. I guess the project was too small. But Frank answered immediately when I called and was out two days later to give me an estimate and back out two days after that to do the job. He was on time both visits, very kind, and nice to work with and he did a GREAT job hand-pulling ever last weed and when he was done, he took the mess with him :) if you are in need for yard clean-up services (big or small) I highly recommend Frank!
Description of Work: Yard clean up / weed pulling
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you
cherie H.
04/2019
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
Frank was quick to respond by phone, within 20 min of calling to advise that he does not do lawn maintenance but more removal and clean up. I would hire him if that's what I needed done. He does respond to your inquires.
Description of Work: I needed lawn maintenance done.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Margaret F.
04/2019
1.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
I am in the process of closing on a home and have been meeting contractors at the property so that I can receive quotes for various sorts of projects. I received a call from Overgrown Backyards and we agreed to meet on Friday so that he could give me a quote. I arrived at our 3:30 meeting time only to find that he was a no show. I waited for 30 minutes and never received a call or any information that there was a conflict with the time. Very unprofessional and the customer service is definitely below par. When reading his reviews, you can see many reviews saying this exact same thing. Don't waste your time. This company is definitely 'screening' their clients by having an initial phone call and deciding who is worth their effort and who isnt.
Description of Work: Requested a Quote for Yard Clearning
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
My overall rating for almost 200 reviews is an A. In this instance, no one was present when I visited the property and I assumed the appointment was cancelled. There was no response to the note I left on the door. I apologize for any inconvenience or misunderstanding. I do not screen calls and I am proud of my work history as reflected in my reviews.
Kimberly L.
03/2019
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
[This review is for work done last year.] Overall, I was fairly pleased with the crew. They worked their butts off, no question, 10 hours for a crew of four. I asked them to trim some overgrown shrubs, dig up some landscape timbers, remove weeds and brush from an entire yard, dig up some plants I didn't like, spread pine straw in the backyard and shrub beds, and (biggest of all, in my estimate) remove all the tree-ivy, brush, saplings, and other unwelcome stuff on a steep wooded and ivy-filled hill. They did everything I asked, hauled away the debris, and left everything tidy. So that's the good part. I do have a couple minor complaints about their work. First, the shrub trimming was a whack job--just a slice across the top. No shaping, no interior pruning, etc. The shrubs were shorter, but still looked like crap. Second, the plants I wanted dug up weren't actually dug out, they were cut off at soil level. They grew back within weeks, and are more vigorous than ever. I wanted them *removed* and I was clear about it, so this definitely annoyed me. Third, they scalped the front yard with string trimmers. Since it was all weeds, that wasn't so bad, but I wasn't prepared to seed and manage a new lawn, so I ended up with another crop of weeds anyway. As others have said, their prices are high. I have mixed feelings whether I would hire them again.
Description of Work: Trim shrubs, clear brush in yard, clean up ivy beds, pine straw
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Again - I used Frank Thurston's services to clean up my yard...It was the second time he did this for me. The first time was about two years ago. Unfortunately, my yard is a jungle and hard to keep up with. Frank's crew was on time, professional and the work performed was simply outstanding. It was professionally done and simply nite/day vs. before. I would use him again anytime. He's a little on the high side of cost - but is well worth it and the job was thorough and cleaned up after himself. You'd be crazy not to give him a try. You can't do better.
Description of Work: 1587 Old Spring House Lane, Dunwoody, GA 30338
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,950
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Craig M.
02/2019
1.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
Mr. Thurston never returned any of my phone calls. He showed up one afternoon, out of the blue, no appt., no advance notice. Now, after 2+ weeks, he has not responded with a quote. Consequently, I have hired someone else. And, in my opinion, Mr. Thurston's vendor status should be downgraded. This is ridiculous!
Description of Work: Landscape clean up
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
I received two calls from this member and answered both. I was asked to visit the property when no one would be there and to get back with a quote. It happened that the owner was present during my visit and he showed me what he wanted done. He mentioned he would be getting several quotes. I emailed my quote the next day but received no response. Thus no work was done. Please check my almost 200 other reviews for which work was actually done. Thank you.
Frank and his crew were expensive, but they did a wonderful job. It took 4 days to complete and the finished product is amazing. Frank listened to what I wanted and he and his crew were friendly and worked hard.
Description of Work: I had a very overgrown yard with tall weeds and lots of ivy.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,150
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Very punctual. Required a full crew and a large truck of equipment 6.5 hours to complete. Included total haul off . Also cleaned roof and gutters .
Description of Work: Cleaning perimeter of house . (Shrubs, vines, weeds)
Rating Category
Rating 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 Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Rebekah H.
10/2018
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
They cleared about 3-feet out around a lot of the trees surrounding my home, as well as about a 3-foot clearance around the outside of my fence. I have heavy English Ivy and they did a great job.
Description of Work: Ivy removal
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$950
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
Thank you.
Tim W.
08/2018
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
Frank came out within a day to look at the property and provided an estimate. I accepted it and his guys were here a day later. It took them about 6 hours and they did a great job and cleaned up afterwards.
Description of Work: English Ivy removed from about 30 trees
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
excellent. Frank was very punctual for quote & job requirements. He advised when job would start and finish and it was done. Quality of work was excellent. I did not have to have a dumpster delivered or anything like that. He provided all man power and tools. Hope not to need him again for this type of job, but would not hesitate to call on him again. EXCELLENT JOB DONE! WILL NOT HESITATE TO REFER HIM.
Description of Work: clean up an overgrown back yard
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing.
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,
Hauling,
Landscaping,
Leaf Removal,
Gutter Cleaning,
Mulch and Topsoil,
Tree Service,
Roof Cleaning,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Landscaping - Lakefront
FAQ
Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing. is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Overgrown Backyards. Kudzu Removal. Lot Clearing. accepts the following forms of payment: Check