It was ill advised to hire Witsken! We had trees removed and we were supposed to have tree stumps removed and ground out. However, clearly tree stumps were not removed and not ground out, as per owner Witsken's representations and per the specifications of the work which was ordered and paid for. We had trees removed, from which we have sizeable turf divots atop a subterranean geo-thermal system. A standard of service for stump removal and stump grinding calls for removal and grinding. Stumps are either removed and ground out, or they are not. In our case they were not. When others cleaned up the job site of wood chips, which was the Witsken company responsibility to complete, after Witsken crew left, the partially removed stumps which were not ground out were discovered. When contacted Owner, Witsken was unresponsive, difficult to contact, and then ultimately refused to come back to finish the job for which he had been paid. Mr. Witsken did not supervise the job and he left the job site before workers completed the contracted work. His crew left an incomplete job and failed to properly clean the job site. Mr. Witsken stated he would not rent another stump grinder for $500 and actually claimed and attempted to assert that no tree stumps were exposed or remained. All the while he refused to inspect the work himself. A simple visible inspection would still to this date reveal otherwise. See photos attached. Witsken refused to come meet and to re-inspect, and claimed his work was finished. Later he told us via text message he would possibly return at some later unmentioned time, when it was convenient for him, (when someone else pays for the stump grinder rental, presumably), provided we complied with his demands to sign some documentation, (presumably some release) copies of which were never furnished to us. We have landscape planting to complete, and it is rather difficult to grow anything above partially removed and partially ground out tree stumps. So, we have to hire someone else to complete the tree stump removal and grinding work, at additional cost to us, for which we already paid Witsken, in full. Mr. Witsken is unethical and his is a disreputable and his work practices render him an altogether unprofessional business man. We would strongly advise Carmel home owners and area consumers to avoid this vendor.
Description of Work: Tree Removal and Stump removal and grinding
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0
$1,975
CAMIE H.
01/2017
3.0
landscaping, lawn service, tree service
+ 1 more
The first jobs were ok. The dry lot was not a very professional job. The site doesn't drain well. I found Steve to be arrogant and rude at times.
Description of Work: I've had them do a few different projects over time: clearing trees for a wildflower bed, installing a gravel drive, clearing an area for a new landscape bed, and installing a dry lot for my horses.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0
$8,000
Tricia B.
08/2016
2.0
landscaping, tree service
+ 0 more
Trees were trimmed and 3 trees removed. They did not return to grind stumps as promised. The drainage issue wasn't resolved and there is still standing water. The rocks used around drainage grate were too small and went down the drain.
Description of Work: Trees trimmed, tree removal and drainage issue
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0
$1,000
Julie M.
05/2016
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
Amazing experience. Way beyond my expectations.
Description of Work: Yard cleaning, mulch and design.
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
$1,700
Scott D.
01/2016
5.0
landscaping, tree service
+ 0 more
We contact them and next day they were working on the estimate and design. They completed the job on the time and just the way we wanted
Description of Work: They planted 12 arborvitaes trees with a bed and flowers and an extra bed for the blue spruce on the way back.
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
$3,000
Kathy J.
01/2016
4.0
landscaping, tree service
+ 0 more
We had 3 Bradford Pears and 3 River Birch Trees trimmed and 1 Magnolia tree cut down. The crew used pole saws and pole trimmers and hauled away the brush - no chipper truck. We had our Bradford Pears thinned out. They did a decent job, however we have been picking up cut off branches out of the Bradford Pears for several months.
Description of Work: Tree trimming
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$650
Diane H.
07/2015
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
Steve's crew spent three days fixing yard to exact specifications agreed upon. Pricing was very reasonable for all the work done. Steve's strengths are an eye for design and color. The finished results were so spectacular my yard was awarded the neighborhood yard of the week!!! Would highly recommend Steve to anyone and certainly hire him again for all my landscape needs!
Description of Work: Spring clean-up and landscape design/installation (including mulch, edging, transplantation of existing plants, weeding/dead plant removal, planting perennials, power washing, tree trimming, tree removal/stump grinding).
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
$2,500
Mike M.
05/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
+ 0 more
I would refer Steve and his business to anyone that would ask! he does a very professional job at an extremely fair price. Steve is very detailed in his work and explanation of what he did.
Description of Work: Fall clean-up, getting ready for the winter
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
DAVID & BETTY T.
04/2015
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Steve & his guys did a great job. They took down two large trees - one very large. Steve was prompt in giving us an estimate and doing the work. The price was fair for the large amount of work done. The clean-up was excellent. We plan to have him plant some trees for us. Highly recommend Steve.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Mary M.
02/2015
2.0
landscaping, tree service
+ 0 more
I will not have that man come back to my house. He was very rude and arrogant. He came by one time and looked at my house. He then called me and gave me an estimate for the work. When I calculated the average price, I called him. He said he would come back and talk to me personally because that would be the best thing. He came with a man called Brad. He went through things and said on the back side of my house, I had a roll of bushes. He went around the house and gave a price for everything. The only thing I can say is that you have to have a tape recorder when you're dealing with this man. I told him to get started. I changed my mind about taking down the bush in the front and in the back but he never changed his price. I asked him why he didn't changed the price, he called me by my first name and told me I was getting a good deal. I thought that was unprofessional. He continued and said that was the reason they get paid upfront. It is to avoid such problems. I told him not to act like I was not going to pay him because I was just asking a question. I thought that was humiliating. I've never been with someone that considers themselves a professional and acts like that. I called them and told him Brad did not put the mulch on my trees and I wanted to see the job done before I paid him. He did not dig around my trees. He also didn't dig around my bed, he just laid down the mulch. I started to question if he knew how to design. I think he did a good job on my trees but they left some loose ends. He wasn't very thorough.
Description of Work: They dug out some trees and I never saw him again. I had 3 bushes taken down. He said he would shape the flowerbeds. I wanted him to put all the mulch down. He also said he would shape the trees.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
$3,000
Bethany B.
11/2014
5.0
landscaping, tree service
+ 0 more
Steve responded immediately to my inquiry. Steve and his workers were punctual, very good with communication, and did the contracted work plus cleared the area. We will use his company again.
Description of Work: Steve came out and gave an estimate for tree removal then returned on two other days to complete the job. He and his crew removed eight trees, then cut and stacked the wood.
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
$935
Ann L.
07/2014
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
It was fine. They did a very nice job. They came when they said they would be here. They were punctual, professional and did a great job.
Description of Work: I used Witsken Landscaping for landscaping service.
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
$1,000
Pamela K.
06/2013
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
It was an excellent experience. They gave a free estimate and came out today to do the work on my crab apple trees. I feel they did a really great job. They even hauled away all of what they cut down and cleaned up really well.
Description of Work: They trimmed and shaped four trees for me.
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
$200
Denise C.
10/2012
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, mulch, tree service
+ 2 more
I am so grateful for the work Witsken Landscaping has done for me! They are very trustworthy and reliable, and also affordable. They did such a great job on my mulch, landscaping, and trees that I have had several neighbors and friends ask for a referral to him for their own yards! They are efficient and neat and I am very happy with every job they have done. I also had some gutter/downspout work done recently and it was done perfectly! My trees are beautiful, too. It is so nice to have the feeling of confidence in the job they do and not to worry about a thing. It is obvious they take pride in their work. I would highly recommend this company.....you won't be disappointed!
Description of Work: I have had mulch, landscaping, trees, gutter/downspout and foundation work this year and have been happy with every part of the jobs they have 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
$500
David S.
10/2012
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
The work was great. He or him team was on time when he scheduled work. He communucated what was going to be done, when and followed up after.
Description of Work: Steve and his team did a great job, he was a good communicator with scheduling work due to the hot dry summmer.We had planned to have work started in July but was puersaded due to the dry summer. We also requested additional work from him after seeing the quality of work when putting in one retaining wall. We decided to complete around the entire deck. We will use him for work next spring as we are greatly satisfied.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,100
Shelly J.
11/2011
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, tree service, interior painters
+ 2 more
I would recommend to anyone. They are very trust worthy, reasonable and don't waste time getting things done. Loved it!
Description of Work: They did my wood floor in my laundry room, replaced bathroom fixtures, fixed fence, put new garage door bottom stopper, new kitchen sink fixture and put my fan control in. They also did my next door neighbors landscaping and my best friends trees. They did an awesome job and were very affordable.
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
$200
Carrie S.
08/2011
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, tree service, snow removal, interior painters
+ 3 more
Witsken Landscaping and Property Services responded immediately to my need for work and performed the work just as quickly. They resolved for me what was a very stressful task. I am thrilled with their services!
Description of Work: Witsken Property Services has prepared a property for lease for me and done an excellent job. They have power-washed and stained the deck, weeded, mulched and treated all flower beds, painted the interior, and manicured the lawn for showing. They are very responsive, handled the work in a timely and professional manner. I would highly recommend this company for your needs!
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
$500
PAT & ROBERT B.
03/2003
5.0
snow removal
+ -1 more
HE WAS VERY PROMPT, RESPONSIVE, AND REASONABLE.
Description of Work: HIRED HIM TO PLOW OUR DRIVEWAY.
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
$25
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Service Categories
Landscaping,
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Lawn and Yard Work,
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FAQ
Witsken Landscaping And Property Services is currently rated 4.3 overall out of 5.
No, Witsken Landscaping And Property Services does not offer free project estimates.
No, Witsken Landscaping And Property Services does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Witsken Landscaping And Property Services does not offer a senior discount.
No, Witsken Landscaping And Property Services does not offer emergency services.
No, Witsken Landscaping And Property Services does not offer warranties.
Witsken Landscaping And Property Services offers the following services: Landscaping maintenance & installation, lawn mowing, trimming, edging, cleanup, debris removal, mulching, weeding, pruning and hedge trimming, irrigation & deck installation and design, seeding and sodding, tree planting and removal, leaf removal, gutter cleaning, firewood & residential snow removal.