Barski hardscaping, previously Great Escapes Landscaping, was established in 2009 with the desire to set the highest standard of integrity, workmanship, professionalism and commitment. We are hands on from the start to finish. We approach all our projects with a Plan - Design - Build strategy. It is important for us gain a thorough understanding of your wants and needs in order to establish the project. Our goal is to give you peace of mind, knowing that the success of your project is in good hands.
Business highlights
16 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Landscape Design, Hardscapes, Patios, Retaining walls, Pondless water features, Fencing, Decks, Outdoor living spaces
Services we don't offer
Lawn Maintenance, Irrigation, New Lawns, & Fertilization.
Description of Work: Super - great service, high quality construction and extremely courteous team! A storm blew our fence down. Brandon quoted quickly and preformed the work within days, finishing just before the Christmas snow storm. We would hire Brandon and his crew again
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 H.
09/2019
5.0
picture framing, landscaping, patios
+ 1 more
Very well.
Description of Work: Replace decking, replace porch columns and rails, enlarge ceiling access
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Terri R.
06/2017
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
It went extremely well.
Description of Work: Barski Hardscaping installed a fence on my property. They were true professionals. Their work is excellent.
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
Aaron F.
09/2016
5.0
lawn service, leaf removal, mulch
+ 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Nerijus M.
07/2016
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Clean up mulching and providing rocks whereneeded.
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
$1,500
Sumayya M.
07/2016
5.0
decks
+ -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Jeanne M.
12/2015
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Very professional, well mannered, punctual, and did everything over and above what was promised. They wouldn't even take a tip! Loved these guys. :) thank you!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
CAROL W.
10/2015
4.0
hardscaping, patios, landscaping
+ 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Laid a paver patio
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
Joe B.
10/2015
3.0
hardscaping, patios, landscaping
+ 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I called 3x after being referred to them. Brandon finally called me back. He seemed to almost talk me out of using them because they are expensive. He asked about the retaining wall I wanted to build, threw out big numbers. Paver Patio he quoted me almost $8,000 with the materials. The patio is going to be a small 12 x 16 foot patio. I had another quote for $3200. Perhaps, they are that good but he didn't even want to come out unless I was okay with his numbers. Seemed like they were very busy and didn't need extra work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Rebecca C.
06/2014
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
+ 0 more
Mr. Barski came out & explained what the deal covered. He explained to me that the additional things I wanted, stair steps from Patio doors and bigger patio would cost about $4,500 more. We cannot afford to do the project at this time. Mr. Barski was personable and very informative. I would go to him again.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,195
Brian B.
06/2014
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
Brandon showed up with his crew in the am and pretty much designed our front yard from pictures I sent him. The guys worked tirelessly till 8:30 at night until the Job was done right. We are very happy with Great escapes and would recommend them to our friends.
Description of Work: Front design and landscaping
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
$2,400
Maureen M.
06/2014
5.0
hardscaping, lawn service
+ 0 more
They worked really well. They did a really good job. They were right on time. They were really polite and hardworking.
Description of Work: I used the Big Deal and Great Escapes Landscaping LLC. They worked for me for four hours. They just got me started and cleaned up a bunch of stuff. I didn't go for a few landscaping on but they cleaned up really nicely for me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$145
ROBERT R.
06/2014
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
Caleb and Adrian arrived just after 8am. We walked around the yard describing what we wanted them to do and prioritizing since the weather forecast called for rain in the afternoon. We were impressed by how enthusiastic and personable they were. They got right to work and didn't take a break until noon. They worked diligently and tirelessly, and were not daunted when the rain came. The Angie's big deal was $145 for 8 man-hours, but we knew we needed more than that, so we spoke to Brandon (the owner) about more time and it was decided that the crew would work all day. They were so efficient that it turned out we didn't need them for as long as we expected to, so the price was adjusted accordingly. They were done around 2:30 and left the yard looking beautiful. Since much of the work that was done was work that we have done by ourselves in the past, we can appreciate all that was accomplished in a very reasonable amount of time. It was a pleasure to look at the results. We would definitely recommend this company and especially this crew to anyone who has landscaping that needs some work.
Description of Work: Edged all flower beds around the house, expanded rings around 5 trees, weeded several beds, transplanted some hostas, moved a stack of firewood, and attempted to clear brush from an overgrown area.
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
$300
Kenneth V.
06/2014
5.0
decks
+ -1 more
Brandon Barski's company removed and disposed my old floating deck. He then reinforced the frame with additional 4x4 to support new cedar decking that I wanted him to use. I choose cedar over composite due to cost and natural preservative qualities. Brandon and his co-workers were very courteous and would call and communicate if they were not able to work due to the weather conditions. They did a fantastic job on the deck following the same design I previously had.
Description of Work: Removed and replaced an existing deck.
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
$2,400
Sandy F.
06/2014
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
Two workers arrived on time. Very professional and courteous. Performed work quickly and as specified.
Description of Work: Removed mulch from landscaping and hauled away.
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
$150
PATRICIA C.
05/2014
4.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
did not get actual budget for project - crushed limestone was put down - i was not told the cost of this beforehand- the cost was covered because they finished the project in about half the time planned final result - still has a stump left which i dont think i will be able to get out - had hoped it would be removed. drain covered up- had mentioned it in fall when first reviewed plan - work not done until spring- i was not able to be on site on the day they came. it is a nice area now however.
Description of Work: cleared out an area in backyard which was over grown with weeds/plants and leveled an area and put down crushed lime stone
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$749
MICHELLE F.
05/2014
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping, lawn service, mulch
+ 2 more
It went very well. Brandon was very punctual in calling to set up the appointment, and did everything he said he would do. On the day of service his guys were able to get there earlier than expected, and Brandon kept me updated on the time changes. He also called at the end of the day to make sure I was satisfied with the work - which I was.
Description of Work: Removed all plants and bricks and rocks from a garden bed along the driveway, and replaced with new soil and grass seed.
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
$145
Beatrice G.
05/2014
2.0
landscaping, lawn service
+ 0 more
I confirmed before I purchased the deal he could complete the work by 4/23. He said that should be no problem and to go ahead to buy it. He wouldn’t email or call me back. Once I called Angie’s List he called 4 or 5 days later and it was too late by then. I had someone else do the work and I got a refund on it.
Description of Work: I bought a big deal for landscaping work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
CHRIS C.
04/2014
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
+ 0 more
Great Escapes was very responsive to my project. Immediate contact was made and a subsequent appointment was scheduled. Service was prompt and efficient. Our wall looks like new and looks even better than it did when it was first built. The Great Escapes crew was professional and polite. I would hire them again.
Description of Work: Rebuilt a decorative retaining wall in the front of our home that had begun to slide and tip over.
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
Natalie K.
02/2014
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
It was fantastic. The young man, who owns the company jumped into a project that I had started earlier in summer and transformed what was had become extremely difficult for me along to do. He was very personable. The employees that came along were wonderful, it was a great experience. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Description of Work: I used the "Big Deal" that I purchased for the services of Great Escapes Landscaping.
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
$863
Nick P.
11/2013
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
+ 0 more
Brandon and his crew worked the full 20 hours into the darkness of the early evening. He and his crew was the hardest working and most professional I've had experienced to date. I'm going to use them again in the spring and highly recommend them for any hardscape or landscaping work.
Description of Work: .
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
$1,250
Dianne A.
07/2013
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
+ 0 more
Very caring and devoted to the work. Perhaps a little extra attention could have been paid to finishing details as some larger clumps of sod were found in the newly formed flower bed and some of the grouting was sparse.
Description of Work: We had a paver walkway put in.
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
$2,400
Ben T.
06/2013
5.0
excavators, landscaping, hardscaping
+ 1 more
Brandon supplied me with a detailed estimate of the scope of work to be provided, the cost of the labor and materials involved and approximate completion time. He was very good at keeping me updated on the progress, and since there were rain delays, always let me know when to expect him back to finish the work. As some of the timber boards enclosing the patio and walk had shifted, Brandon cut extra pavers into various sizes and put the entire patio back together like a big puzzle. He's a very personable, courteous young man who was professional and very meticulous about ensuring that everything met our expectations. We're extremely pleased with how the patio and walk turned out; it looks like new again, if not better. And he also left the completed project area as clean as when he started. I would certainly use him again for any hardscape work and recommend Brandon and his company highly.
Description of Work: Re-lifted paver sidewalk and patio, laid additional foundation material, raised foundation and compacted it. Re-leveled sidewalk and patio, cut and inserted additional pavers where needed, and then re-sealed entire area. Also dug out sunken area in the corner of the patio and fortified area.
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
$2,000
Tracey M.
12/2012
4.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
The grass is slowly spreading over the areas in my yard that needed it.
Description of Work: Great Escapes came to my home in the Spring of 2012 to add dirt to depressed areas in my lawn and to follow up with grass seed that did not come up after having been planted last Fall.
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
Tracey M.
11/2011
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
He is a young man from Medina who is just starting his business. I really recommend him a lot because he does what he says he is going to do. He is not always the cheapest but his heart is all in the right place. They treated me absolutely like I was their mother, and it was great.
Description of Work: I use Great Escapes Landscaping for landscaping services. They planted grass seed for me the last time and did landscaping on my front yard. They removed a bunch of dead stuff to make grass grow there.
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Service Categories
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Decks and Porches,
Patios,
Outdoor Kitchens,
Excavating,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Fountains,
Drain Pipe Installation
FAQ
Barski Hardscaping is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Barski Hardscaping accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available,Visa
No, Barski Hardscaping does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Barski Hardscaping does not offer a senior discount.
No, Barski Hardscaping does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Barski Hardscaping offers warranties.
Barski Hardscaping offers the following services: Landscape Design, Hardscapes, Patios, Retaining walls, Pondless water features, Fencing, Decks, Outdoor living spaces
Lawn Maintenance, Irrigation, New Lawns, & Fertilization.