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Evergreen Development Group

Landscaping, Lawn and Yard Work, Pavers and Hardscaping,

About us

Evergreen Development Group Inc. specializes in every aspect of your landscape. From walks and patios, to Ponds and pergolas, and lets not forget planting and stone work. Evergreen Development Group Inc. has been serving the needs of clients in Lake and Cook County since 1986. Service area covered: All Lake and Northen Cook in Illinois, and south east Wisconsin.

Business highlights

39 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Grading, Sod, Seed, Erosion Control, Drainage, Paver & Stone Work, Retaining Walls, Design & Architecture, Planting, Outdoor Living, Driveways, Patios, Walks & Sprinkler Systems

Services we don't offer

Lawn Fertilization & Core Aeration

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.934 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
88%
4
6%
3
3%
2
3%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-25 of 34 reviews

Susan C.
03/2017
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
There was 2 men for 10 hours. I was very pleased. My yard was gorgeous last year. I?ve been very pleased with everything Evergreen has done for me.
Description of Work: Spring clean up. Edged, trimmed, removed mulch as needed and fertilized all my 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
$1,170

M Susan C.
02/2017
5.0
landscaping, mulch, hardscaping
  + 1 more
It went very well. They always do a beautiful job. The entire staff is very professional, knowledgeable and pleasant to work with. I highly recommend Evergreen Development for any landscaping project which needs done.
Description of Work: They did both Spring and Fall cleanup of landscaped beds, fertilized and edged the perimeter of each.

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 Evergreen Development Group
Thank you so much Susan! It is always a pleasure to work with you! Hope you and Casey are doing great! Katlyn

Pat M.
12/2016
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Thank you so much! it was great to see you at the show this past weekend! see you soon! Katlyn

Susan C.
10/2016
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Lisa R.
09/2016
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, mulch, hardscaping
  + 2 more
Katlyn, whom owns and runs the company, is very hands on, listens to her clients, comes up with creative solutions, and always makes sure her clients are happy with the end product. She's a perfectionist and responsive, and does a job how she would want it done. Also, all of her projects, which have ranged in size from $2,000 to $10,000, have been on time and on budget. Overall, we've been very pleased with our decision to hire Evergreen.
Description of Work: Evergreen Development Group has done work for us for about 10 years. We started with an initial landscape drawing, implementing it over stages, and then adding and changing things over the years as needed. Work has included: the planting, transplanting, and trimming of trees, shrubs and plants, the installation of sod, topsoil, grass seed and mulch, and the construction of a brick paver patio and steps, pergola, and sprinkler system.

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 Evergreen Development Group
Thank you so much for the review- It is always a pleasure to work with you! sorry for the delayed response. Katlyn

Bill V.
08/2016
5.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
First of all, Katlyn was a dream to work with. She had outstanding ideas on how to make our yard look just like it came out of a magazine. Her crew was always professional, on time, and just plain worked hard. I'd have Evergreen back in a heartbeat.
Description of Work: Evergreen Development re-landscaped our complete front yard including rebuilding paver walls, then leveled our rear paver patio and paver walls.

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
$34,000

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Thanks!! Hope to see you soon!

Chet T.
08/2016
5.0
landscaping, mulch
  + 0 more
Extremely well managed project. Management as well as the crews did great in ensuring the pool was demolished on time. Classic example of meeting Cost, Time and scope completion, with one of the best in class quality. On top of that, the entire team is very friendly, receptive and patient to understand the requirement and ensuring the expectations are met.
Description of Work: Inground Swimming Pool removal from the backyard

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
$6,000

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Thank you so much for your kind words!

Pat M.
07/2016
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
  + 0 more
They made my DREAMS become a reality! I would recommend them, and did to my neighbor who is now using them, in a heartbeat. The Owner and President, Katlyn Abraham was a pleasure to work with. Her professionalism, the vast knowledge of plants, her vision for design and most of all, her ability to put all your thoughts into a reality of sheer pleasure is a rare find in today's world. Her crew, what can I say other then true craftsmen their own right. They were on the job promptly and the only time they stopped was for lunch. No cell phones or standing around. They are hard working, dedicated to their job and share the same professionalism that Katlyn does. If they weren't sure of something, they asked ME what I thought or wanted. Again, I can't say enough about the QUALITY of work. It was a true PLEASURE doing business with this company and I would not hesitate to hire them again. They all went above and beyond what I expected and the price I was quoted was the price I paid. No hidden costs. If you want old school work ethics, then this is the only company you need to hire. They ARE THE REAL DEAL!!!!
Description of Work: Installed hardscape, over 30 bushes, tree, minor grading, sod, outcropping, steps up and around a waterfall a ready in place. Re-designed the front of the waterfall, flagstone patio and mulch.

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 Evergreen Development Group
Thank you so much! it was such a pleasure working with you and I hope we see you soon!!

RONI B.
06/2016
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Not entirely finished with job.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Thank you!

Robert S.
11/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, mulch
  + 1 more
Katlyn and her crew are very professional and friendly, and did an excellent job. We'll use them again.
Description of Work: Trimming, thinning, edging, spring cleanup, mulching.

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

Robert S.
09/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
Very professional and responsive from proposal through completion. Will use them again.
Description of Work: Plantings and spring cleanup

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
$3,400

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Thank you [Removed member name]! We appreciate it! Happy to work with you anytime!!

Susan C.
08/2015
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
It went great even though they had to work around the rain. The workers were very nice, polite and always ready to help. Professional all the way. I also had a sprinkler system installed so they had to work around that project as well. They had to install sod and straighten up some of the area upon completion of the planting season and installation of the sprinkler system. Auto-Rain installed the sprinkler system and I am very pleased with it. They have helped me with the operation and adjusted some of the Jets and run times. I. Could not be more pleased with Evergreen and Auto-Rain. My neighbors have remarked how beautiful it all looks. I am truly enjoying the results and it now feels like home.
Description of Work: Major landscape project. Installed beautiful entry sidewalk and seating area. Enlarged plant beds and planted numerous new shrubs and redbud trees. Also reused a large number of existing plants within the landscape. My goal was to brighten up the front of the house and yard with a more inviting atmosphere and they certainly listened to my ideas. We also worked from an architect's plan but tweeked some of the plants because of my preferences. The back yard was also improved with the removal of a dying tree and the addition of a new planting bed with redbuds and other plants. Also thinned out some of the existing lilies, hostas and miscellaneous small plants. We reused most of these plants in a better designed planting area. They also cleaned out under the deck and installed decomposed granite for a nice finished look. Lilies were planted in front of the area. I had already hung ferns earlier in the summer under the deck and now with the lilies it looks very nice.

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
$16,650

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Hi (Removed member name)! Thank you for the review! We are so glad everything turned out to your liking and we could make it just the way you wanted! You will have a beautiful outdoor space to enjoy for many many years to come! It's great working with you, and as always, if you need anything, give us a call!!

Vivian B.
05/2015
4.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Everything went fine. Maybe they can improve on the communication, everything else was fine. They subcontracted it to somebody else and between them and the contractor they didn’t have a conversation that there was a charge over “X” amount of hours, so we were all surprised by the bill at the end, so that was unpleasant, other than that everything else was fine.
Description of Work: I used Evergreen Development Group. They prepared a landscaping architecture plan.

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
$800

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Hi (removed member name), Please accept my apology. If there is any way I can make it right, please let me know. Hope you and your family are doing well.

TRACY M.
04/2015
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
While most of Evergreen's clients engage them for much more extensive projects, Katlyn had suggestions to enhance the property's appearance despite the obvious lack of professional care over the years. Katlyn is extremely knowledgeable, had great practical suggestions, and was realistic about what could be accomplished with the budget that I had. Junior came out a week later and did an outstanding job, performing all of the work included in the estimate with a smile. The entire neighborhood remarked about the change and my realtor wants to recommend EverGreen to her future clients. Could not have been happier.
Description of Work: Property had not been professionally landscaped for over 10 years. Need improvements to prepare house for sale. The owner (Katlyn) came out to give an estimate and recommendations based on the limited budget I had.

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
$2,000

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Thank you for your review and nice complements [member name removed], we really appreciate it! We are happy that we got to work with you on this project, and extremely glad you are satisfied with the results! Client satisfaction is what really makes this job worth while! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you there or at your new home, and good luck on your move!

Joseph O.
12/2014
4.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Their rep came out, was very friendly and professional. She did a very comprehensive proposal to completely landscape both our front and back yards. We did not use the $250 credit because we did not order any additional work from the company. The dollar amount for the work we discussed was considerably more than we expected (but not out of line with other estimates we received later from other companies). We were more interested in "cleaning up" and improving the curb appeal for our house prior to selling it. We ended up doing much of the work ourselves with the help of friends, and did not do the rest. If we had planned on staying here another 5 or 10 years, I would've been more likely to hire this company to do the work contained in their proposal.
Description of Work: We purchased a "$49 Landscaping Evaluation, Planning, and Proposal Plus $250 Credit" deal.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$49

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Thanks for the review. Good luck with move!

FRED S.
11/2014
3.0
landscaping, hardscaping
  + 0 more
Not worth the money. There are a hundred firms our there that would have provided the same input without being paid upfront.
Description of Work: Provided me a paid proposal for backyard hardscapes

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

$50

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Hi (Removed Member Name), Is there anything we can do to make this right? Please understand that you purchased a "BIG DEAL" from Angie's List- we DO NOT receive any of the money that you paid. If you are unsatisfied, may I suggest that you reach out to Angie's List for a refund ? Also, the Big Deal you purchased included not only a proposal but also an evaluation and a 250.00 credit towards the work. We did try contacting you for feedback on no less than 4 occasions since sending you your proposal on 6/11/14 with no response from you so we had no idea that you were unhappy with us. Please let me know how I may help resolve this situation to your satisfaction. Thank you, Katlyn Abraham- President

Jeffrey S.
10/2014
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
It went very well. I used them twice - once in the beginning of summer and once about two weeks ago.
Description of Work: I hired them for trimming bushes.

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

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Thanks for your review, it was a pleasure working with you and we hope to see you again soon! Katlyn Abraham, President

Susan C.
09/2014
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
The workers were here until late day and finished the job. Very professional. Good job. I just moved in August 1st and the yard had not been trimmed or fertilized all spring and summer. Shrubs and plants were overgrown and some were dead in areas. It looks much better and we are going to work on a plan to improve over time starting this fall. Kaitlyn has been so nice to work with and professional in her working with me. It has been a good experience.
Description of Work: Reviewed my yard and landscaping needs. Scheduled cleaning and pruning which were performed in a timely manner. They did a wonderful job and I am planning to implement their design plan by spring. Very pleased with performance by all.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Response from Evergreen Development Group
[removed member name], thank you so much for your review. it has been a pleasure working with you and getting to know you. Thanks Again! Katlyn

Jeffrey W.
07/2014
5.0
landscaping, mulch
  + 0 more
They started the project earlier than expected which was great. They showed up on time all three days. They did all the work agreed upon in the estimate to a very high level. They did a great job with little details I didn't think of but really make it look well done. I would definitely use them in the future.
Description of Work: Provided landscape design services, removed existing fence and several bushes, planted new bushes, sodded where necessary, added mulch around the base of trees, bushes and shrubs and added stones along driveway.

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
$7,000

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Thank you for choosing us! We enjoyed working on this project, and it was a pleasure working with you both as well! If there is anything else for this year, or in the future, please give us a call!

carole L.
06/2014
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Very knowledgeable . She was prompt. And I received a follow up call. Will have her come out next year
Description of Work: She was very nice. Great ideas. Will contact her next year. Not in my budget for this year

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

Scott C.
10/2013
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
They returned my initial call promply and were good at communicating with me. They performed the work in an excellent and professional manner. Katlyn gave us ideas that we had never thought of and due to that, we saved more than $2000 as compared to other companies that we had give us an estimate (we had 5 companies bid on this project). The other companies just gave us an estimate on what we thought we wanted and didn't suggest anything like Katlyn did. We are glad we found her and would recommend Evergreen Developement to our friends and neighbors.
Description of Work: Consulting, design, grading and laying down new sod.

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
$2,100

Response from Evergreen Development Group
THANKS [removed member name]!!! It was a pleasure to work with you and your wife! Please let me know if/ when there is anything else we can do for you. Katlyn

Timothy J.
07/2013
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
Very pleased. Had our entire property landscaped and it turned out awesome. Ms. Abraham was great to work with.puncuality is not her strong point. However, the quality of work more than makes up.
Description of Work: Ms. Abraham was involved from planing to completion.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40,000

Response from Evergreen Development Group
Thanks for the great review [member name removed]!! As always, it was a pleasure to work with you and [member name removed]. Katlyn

Allan K.
10/2012
5.0
snow removal
  + -1 more
Their bid was extremely high – almost triple the lowest bid we received from others. I don’t completely blame them for high prices, but we will keep looking.
Description of Work: I called them for a snow removal contract estimate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0


Dan B.
07/2012
2.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
I have to say Katlyn's ideas and designs were very creative. My wife and I liked the ideas she had and her abililty to paint a very nice picture of the end result. We regret it isn't her plan we are going with. Outside of her creativity we felt the buisness side of it was missing. Each scheduled meeting she was late and not just by five or ten minutes. The plat of survey I provided was never used and never returned. The quote she provided left out an area of the back yard we had discussed during each meeting. After receiving the quote requesting 50% up front, I did a search and could not find any independent reviews (good or bad.) We still liked her landscaping ideas and thinking of the her as a small business trying to get established we decided to meet with her again. Our aim was to discuss working out payment terms which we both could be comfortable with. Another meeting was scheduled and she never showed up. Calls to find out if she was on her way went into an answering machine. If it wasn't for her creativity we would have moved on earlier but in the end it was her business conduct we couldn't accept.
Description of Work: Replacing the driveway and sidewalk. Landscaping around the front, one side and half of the back of our house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0


Response from Evergreen Development Group
I have to admit that I was late for a couple of our appointments however, I did call to let the member know. As far as the members Plat Of Survey, we did return it by mail and after seeing his review made several attempts to contact him to verify that he received it. The member did not return our call and after 4 attempts we gave up. I am extremely confident that had we done the work proposed we would have another very satisfied client. Katlyn Abraham- President

ANITA L.
07/2002
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
THEY ARE WONDERFUL TO WORK WITH. THEY DO VERY NICE WORK. THE QUALITY OF THEIR MATERIALS ARE EXCELLENT AS WELL.
Description of Work: IVE USED THEM FOR SEVERAL PROJECTS

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(current)
    • 2

Contact information

2221 Trailssside Ln., Wauconda, IL 60084

http://evergreend.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Landscaping,
Lawn and Yard Work,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Mulch and Topsoil,
Snow Removal,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Landscaping - Lakefront,
Lawn Irrigation

FAQ

Evergreen Development Group is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Evergreen Development Group accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Evergreen Development Group offers free project estimates.
Yes, Evergreen Development Group offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Evergreen Development Group does not offer a senior discount.
No, Evergreen Development Group does not offer emergency services.
No, Evergreen Development Group does not offer warranties.
Evergreen Development Group offers the following services: Grading, Sod, Seed, Erosion Control, Drainage, Paver & Stone Work, Retaining Walls, Design & Architecture, Planting, Outdoor Living, Driveways, Patios, Walks & Sprinkler Systems
Lawn Fertilization & Core Aeration

Contact information

2221 Trailssside Ln., Wauconda, IL 60084

http://evergreend.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM