He did not do any work for us. It just didn’t work out for us. I would not recommend him.
Description of Work: We purchased the Deal for a sprinkler winterization.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Jorge S.
09/2013
1.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
Mike seems to be a nice guy, but overall, the service was terrible. I gave him too many opportunities, and I should have learned my lesson after the first issue. I paid for a winterization a couple years ago through the Angie's List Big Deal I purchased. I contacted him to set up a time for him to come out and do the work. My wife and I both work, and the sprinkler controls are in the garage, so we needed to arrange to be home. First, he was totally late by over 1 1/2 hours, which is a problem because we had to be back at work. When he got to the house late, he said that his hoses were stolen from his truck overnight, so he had to use my hoses to winterize the system. I should have learned my lesson and not used him at that point, but I used him again for Spring activation. After he did the Spring activation that year, I contacted him for Winterization again for the following year. At that point he tells me that he never billed me from 8-9 months prior to do the Spring activation. I then had to go through my records to see if I paid him-- something I shouldn't have to do. I couldn't find a cancelled check, so I just paid him for it. Pretty unbelievable that he can stay in business forgetting to invoice customers. I still didn't learn my lesson, so I tried contacting him for Spring activation the following year. I called and left him a message, and called, and called, and called....but no answer, and no return call back. After 2-3 weeks, he finally calls me back and sets up a time to do the Spring activation this year. Again, I take time off of work to meet him, and this time he's a no-show. I tried calling him several times to see where he was, and he didn't answer my call. He really screwed me because not only did I miss work to have him not show up, but I also had to get my backflow device inspected for Hamilton County the next day, and they can't inspect the system if it hasn't been activated yet. I had to scramble to have someone else activate the system. Shame on me for giving him so many opportunities. I will never use BriteGREEN again.
Description of Work: Winterization of irrigation system a couple years ago through an Angie's List Big Deal. Will not have him do anything else for me-- too much of a hassle.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$69
VALERIE S.
05/2013
1.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
I don't understand Britegreen's business model: Never answer the phone and never return phone calls. It took weeks of repeated calls to get a call back from Mike. He came out and did the work (I thought) only to discover that he had not done the repairs and adjustments that he said he did. I have been calling for weeks and left many messages, asking him to return to do it correctly since I paid for the work. He has never returned a single call. This company at best, is sloppy and unresponsive. At worst, dishonest.
Description of Work: Repair of irrigation system. Areas not being hit by water. Sprinkler head broken. Turn system on in spring.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$100
VALERIE S.
05/2013
1.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
I had to make many, many calls before he finally returned my voice mail messages. When I received his fall invoice he also charged me for turning the system on in the spring. My husband turns it on in the spring and I told Mike this. He insisted that he had done it. I gave him the benefit of the doubt and paid it, saying that I expect to get an invoice after work is done, not 8 months later. He did not fix the broken sprinkler heads as requested. Terrible service.
Description of Work: Winterization of irrigation system.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
Bob A.
03/2013
4.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
They were fine. The experience was good. The only problem I had was they did not clean the line out of my pond and one of my pipes broke. I didn't mind telling him.
Description of Work: I used the Big Deal and landscaping service of Brite Green.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$59
SALIL K.
11/2012
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
Overall was satisfied by the experience.
Description of Work: The gentleman provided an estimate. Was professional and puntual. However we did not perform the work because we decided to get some higher priority items done instead.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Peter A.
10/2012
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
I used Mike from a promotion last year. This year, he emailed me about doing again, which was great. No chasing down someone to do the work. He arrived on time and completed the job quickly.
Description of Work: Mike winterized my sprinkler system.
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
$75
Neal S.
07/2012
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
Very good service. Back flow preventer re-installed, Irrigation system started up, sprinkler heads adjusted as needed and a broken sprinkler head replaced.
Description of Work: Sprig start up of irrigation system and replacement of broken sprinkler head .
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
$90
Mary G.
01/2012
2.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
I selected this vendor because of the good ratings that were posted on Angie's List so I was very surprised by the poor customer service that we received. While my husband and I were pleased with the irrigation system installation that occurred in October 2011, we were appauled by Mike's total lack of follow-up on numerous telephone calls, text messages and emails. After the irritation system was installed, we were planning to have some yard lighting installed. A week after we placed our order for the lights, we changed our minds about having lights installed. We notified Mike and were willing to take a loss on our 50% down payment if there was any type of cancellation or restocking fees. Mike claimed he was trying to find another customer to purchase the lights, but failed to communicate any updates. After a number of broken promises from him, I finally had to threaten to issue a negative report on Angie's List and take legal action before he refunded our money in two separate checks over several weeks in December. Mike's excuses for the numerous delays in follow up were attributed to him being busy, a two-man shop and having to service other customers. "Unacceptable." And, I scolded him on his lack of professionalism and the importance of customer service should he ever want to create repeat business and be successful at running his own business. Very nice guy, but does not have the resources to provide the customer service you'd expect to receive for $4,435.00 investement. I guess in the Spring I will have to locate another vendor to service my brand new irritation system.
Description of Work: Sprinkler System Installed in front and back yard, flower beds and sides of house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$4,435
Patti W.
12/2011
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
I bought the Angie's List Big Deal so I don't remember exactly what I paid. I had my sprinkler system winterized and he did a great job. He was prompt and professional. I will use him again in the spring.
Description of Work: I had my sprinkler system winterized.
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
$75
James O.
12/2011
5.0
lawn service, irrigation systems
+ 0 more
Mike was awesome! Very personable, professional and I would refer him to anyone.
Description of Work: Sprinkler system winter-ization.
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
$59
Paul P.
12/2011
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
The technician arrived on schedule, was courteous & professional, got right to work, and did a good job.
Description of Work: Winterization of in-ground lawn sprinkler system.
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
$59
Neal S.
07/2011
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
Overall, we are extremely happy with Mike and briteGreen. The quality of their work is as good/better than the people we previously used, and they are cheaper. Also, the honesty shown by Mike with regards to the valve problem mentioned above is something we didn't always see with our previous provider. The only reason we couldn't give them an "A" for punctuality was that they twice delayed our spring start up. They called ahead to reschedule both times and were very apologetic as it seems they got backed up with some emergency work.
Description of Work: We have had briteGreen both winterize and do the spring startup for our lawn irrigation system. We have found them very conscientious and professional. We also had a problem with one zone of our irrigation system. At the time of the fall winterization, I told Mike that one zone was staying on continuously while the system was in operation. He arranged to has one of his associates come by and check out the problem. They found a small pebble was preventing the valve from closing. They removed the pebble but could not check the operation since the system had already been shut down for the winter. This spring when they started the system up, that zone did not function at all. When they inspected the valve they found a damaged part. Mike said the part must have been damaged when they removed the pebble in the fall. They did not charge anything for working on the valve in either the fall or this spring. Mike could have easily said that there was some other problem with the valve and charged us, but he was very honest - something you don't often find these days.
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
$65
Ed F.
07/2011
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
We were impressed with the work ethic of the men and their attempts to minimize disruption to our lawn. Where holes had to be dug, sod was removed first and then later put back in place. When they finished, they tamped down the ground where pipe had been laid, made attempts to clean up the lawn as good as possible and took the time to thoroughly explain the system. They completed the work per their estimated timetable, in spite of hitting some problems with having to remove large stones in several areas of the property. Would hire them again for this type work without hesitation.
Description of Work: Installed a lawn sprinkling system on our property (front, sides and back of the house). Systems was a combination of rotating heads and sprayers.
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
$4,500
Dave T.
04/2011
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
Very well -- services were performed in a timely manner and to my satisfaction.
Description of Work: Sprinkler system maintenance and shut off service
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
$100
ANN P.
05/2009
5.0
irrigation systems
+ -1 more
We met Mike of briteGREEN initially when he installed exterior landscape lighting for us, and were so pleased we now use him for irrigation, snow removal, and lawn and landscape maintenance. He is hard-working, professional and can always be trusted to do the job well.
Description of Work: Mike Schirmang of briteGREEN upgraded our irrigation system and installed new controllers. We use him to start up and winterize the system as well. He is very knowledgeable, prompt and pricing is reasonable.
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
ANN P.
05/2009
5.0
snow removal
+ -1 more
Mike and briteGREEN are always conscientious and dependable. We use them for exterior lighting, irrigation, and lawn and landscape maintenance as well and have always been pleased.
Description of Work: Mike cleared our driveway (double-width with a turn-around) and walks of snow during each significant snowfall. He was very conscientious. One time, a thick layer of ice made snow removal difficult and more time-consuming, and he and his crew made sure the drive and walks were completely clear. He was careful to use equipment and products that protected our drive and walks.
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
$85
ANN P.
05/2009
5.0
lighting
+ -1 more
Mike did a great job designing and installing our exterior lighting plan. We are very pleased.
Description of Work: Mike designed and installed decorative lighting for our front and rear landscaping and walkways. We have been very pleased with the results. Since that first experience, we have subsequently used briteGREEN for our irrigation, landscape and lawn maintenance, and snow removal.
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
ANN P.
05/2009
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
We have employed briteGREEN for other services and contracted with them for lawn maintenance this year. Once again, we are very pleased.
Description of Work: Mike cuts our lawn (about .86 acre) weekly. We use him for several other services as well (exterior lighting, irrigation, and snow removal) and he always is dependable.
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Service Categories
Lawn Irrigation,
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FAQ
BriteGREEN is currently rated 4.1 overall out of 5.
Yes, BriteGREEN offers free project estimates.
No, BriteGREEN does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, BriteGREEN does not offer a senior discount.
No, BriteGREEN does not offer emergency services.
Yes, BriteGREEN offers warranties.
BriteGREEN offers the following services: Lighting, Irrigation, Landscape Maintenance, Snow Removal.