Advance Landscape Center Inc

(The work date is approximate.) Essentially, they performed the work for the price they quoted. HOWEVER, our discontent results from the way the work was performed; that is we are unhappy because of the manner of timing and the garbage and pieces of curb and sidewalk in the dirt they brought and the way they tossed sod clods and whatnot into the bushes on the property line we share with a neighbor. When speaking with the owner during the assessment/estimate, he did out-loud-thinking to wit, "In order to do this right I need to use a straw blanket, but we won't have those in for two weeks." Note: Due to his saying so, and as he failed to used a straw blanket, it is inarguable, by the rules of logic, that Advance Landscape DID NOT DO THE PROJECT RIGHT. The owner saying that they would not have the straw blanket for two weeks resulted in my reasonably understanding that the work would not begin for, oh, about, say, two weeks. This was good because I agreed, at his suggestion, to a more expansive/expensive project than I had originally intended and had called for him to estimate, so I needed to discuss it with my wife so we could make sure we were in agreement on the new, more expensive project recommended by Advance Landscape. During our discussion we determined that we wanted to go back to the original plan and I intended, later that day, when, presumably, I would be less likely to interrupt the day's business, to call Advance Landscape and let them know of my intention to cancel the more expansive project in favor of my original, much more modest intent. Well that very day, (when I was going to call later), when nobody was looking, they came and did the work. First they brought dirt out of which I picked some curb, some sidewalk and some garbage, yes, I mean plastic bag garbage and plastic strapping garbage. I was a bit concerned that this pile of dirt was going to sit in my yard for about two weeks (and, in hindsight, wish that it had as that would have allowed me time to call and make the change I wanted to make). The whole of the greater project involved tearing up a section of my yard which they had done before I even realized that the work had started, nearly two weeks earlier than Advance Landscape said it would. As for the finishing of the project, I must presume that they used at least two different grass seed mixtures, as some of the area seems to have been sown with what is presumably about a 20/80 mix of weed seed to grass seed and other portions a mixture of about 40/60 weed seed to grass seed. One other, maybe "less important, courtesy-thing" we'd mention is how the man doing the work left our hose on after spraying the weed/grass seed mixture before leaving, not to mention his not rolling the hose back onto the reel from which he retrieved it. Also, I'm not a professional so can't be certain, but it seems that the grade they left us with could have been more conducive to the needs of a residential yard than it is. Oh, how I wish I had checked the Better Business Bureau rating of Advance Landscape (F) before I started. (Disclosure: I went to grade school and high school with the owner, who did the estimate, but we did not pal around though we knew each other and I had no reason to dislike him. Additionally, I was offered a $50 "courtesy credit," presumably because the owner knows I am unhappy with their performance, but, as I was out several hundred dollars more, (I would reasonably presume), than I would have been if I had been allowed to change the project as I desired, I rejected the credit because I am convinced to this day that the owner does not understand my discontent and has no desire to.)

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They broke one of my plastic window covers. I would not use them again.

The soul was very unclean and filled with debris. When the pile arrived there were enough rocks in them to fill a 3 gallon bucket. I called frank, the owner, and he offered to send someone to take the rocks out by hand. We took him up on this offer and one of his men took about 1.5 hours shoveling through the pile and removing rocks. He removed enough to fill a 3 gallon bucket. He did the best he could but I still found a lot of rocks in the soil because he obviously couldn't get all of them. I also found some glass shards, pieces of garbage and plastic, as well as many sticks and roots. To put it bluntly - the soil was very poor quality. There was also a very high ratio of clay in the material and was not what I would have expected in a top soil that cost 50 dollars per yard delivered. Look elsewhere for top soil. Their product is not up to par.

I purchased topsoil for my garden and it produced 100% weeds. Owner Frank Kleczka knew of the problem. I was told by one of his employee that Frank knew of the problem and he was just trying to get rid of it. When I called Frank I explained the my situation and told me he was busy and he would call me back. He never did. I called him several times and he would not return my calls or would hang up on me when I got through. Please reviews on other sites. The good reviews on these sites are bogus. Everyone knows businesses inject good reviews to boost their scores!!!!!!!!!!!! David 414-571-9551 ....

They did great. They were out 7am and had the truck ready to go. They had a bob cat and dirt, they had everything they needed. They came over the day before to talk about it and the following morning they were there. I was happy to get it done.

They also have an excellent service that delivers dirt and mulch etc. or self serve for smaller amours depending on your needs. Always friendly and helpful.

We needed to improve the grade around our home. The representative at Advance Landscape Center recommended brown topsoil for that purpose. The price was reasonable and they were willing to deliver as little as 1 yard of topsoil (most companies have a 3 yard minimum). Having no idea how much topsoil was needed, they were able to assist in that regard. The delivery went without a hitch, and the amount of topsoil was right on target.

They were helpful but not pushy while we were at the garden center. They helped me estimate how much river rock I needed based on square footage. We stopped in and walked around the garden center looking at plants; then we walked the yard to look at the various rock/mulch/etc. I should note they don't have a large selection of plants; but I would describe it as a 'precise' collection. Healthy plants of the correct variety. At one point we were asked if we needed help or had questions, and I said I just needed a few more minutes to figure some things out and then I would have questions. Once we figured our end out; we went inside and got help. They helped me estimate everything and he even pointed out that my plan (on grid paper) looked like it would work. We payed and they told me they would be delivering immediately. They did. He walked my project with me and said it looked good; it was really nice. We appreciate their prices, quality; and service. They also dropped off crush stone for a project I had last year (same day, courteous; fair priced).

I hired Advance Landscape to remove the lawn in my backyard so that I could landscape it myself. It was a little tricky getting someone to come out for the estimate but that's because it was during the busy season. Once someone came out for the estimate he was great. He understood what I was looking for and gave me a price that was acceptable. It was a couple of weeks before the work was done because they were trying to fit in my job between other jobs. It was done in one morning and was exactly what I had asked for. I am planning on having them do more work in the Fall.

I called and we set a delivery date. Was told no problem but they didn't show. I called and we set up a new time and date. It got an hour past the delivery time again and I called. They said they were on the way. The soil was fine. The compost, I discovered after spreading it on my lawn, was contaminated with pieces of plastic, glass, band aids, cigarette butts, burned rock, and who knows what else. Wherever it collected on the lawn nothing grew. I will never use them again for anything.

Once I accepted the estimate, I touched base with Frank one more time to figure out (weather permitting) when the work could be done. He gave me a 2 day window. The crew came on the second of the scheduled dates and completed the job in a few hours. They did an excellent job grading the property and cleaning up after themselves. The job was done exactly how it had been explained to me and when the fencing contractor came back a few days later to stake the property, he even commented on what a good job the landscaping company had done. A week after the job was completed, I received the invoice for the amount we had agreed on. I should also mention that when you call Advance Landscaping you actually speak to a live person who will help you. I will use them again for any future landscaping needs and have no reservation recommending them to family and friends.

All of a sudden I got an invoice, that said he came and sprayed round up. He never informed me that they were coming. They didn't give us any warning. Then, my lawn started dying. We had no idea the dogs and kids were playing on the grass after it had been sprayed, which is not good. He didn't end up leveling the ground. I just paid him the initial payment and that was it.

The sod was $450, and the mulch was around $600. Their price is very fair. Their delivery is very reasonable. In general, they have a very good rating; so we just went along with them. We have to agree that they are great company to work with. They are excellent. They delivered it within 2 hours, we ordered.

Prompt and Proffessional Service. Very careful to deliver the topsoil and mulch exactly where I wanted. The Brown topsoil was actually better quality than I had expected; clean, dark and well screened. The Mulch (dyed hardwood) was competitive Quality.

went fine- same day delivery, right on time

Adam was very heplful and knowledgable, they helped me load my truck. Advance had all the supplies there so I didn't have to drive all over. Their prices were the cheepist. I will be buying and using their services more in the future.

We needed mulch and dirt to do some grading. Staff was very helpful with recommendations. Very reasonable prices.

The first person I spoke to on the phone was very sweet. I did end up having to talk to the owner, Frank and this conversation made me a bit uneasy...He was very rude on the phone. I used his company because they said they could do the work the next day. To my surprise, I was very happy with the work done. They did not harm my front yard when they brought the truck up on the grass. They put the soil in my raised flower beds and put the rest right where I told them to. They even used our hose to clean the side walk when they were done.

This company was not the most expensive, but I was dissatisfied with the response time, lack of written quotes and bad manners.

TIMELY. POOR QUALITY IN SOME ROLLS OF SOD, CUT TOO THIN. WORKMANSHIP AND HANDLING OF SOD CARELESS. COMPLAINED IN PERSON ABOUT DRIED OUT AREAS OF SOD, TOLD ME IT WAS FIRST TIME IN 10,000 ROLLS OF SOD FOR THIS COMPLAINT. OFFERED NO HELP OR INSPECTION OF PROBLEM AREAS.

HE ACTUALLY DIDN'T COME OUT, HE SENT SOMEONE THAT WORKS FOR HIM. WHEN HIS EMPLOYEE GOT HERE, HE DIDN'T HAVE ANY IDEA WHAT NEEDED TO BE DONE. HE KEPT ASKING ME. HE HAD A BAD ATTITUDE AND WAS VERY SARCASTIC TO ME.

HIS WIFE WAS VERY NICE WHEN SPEAKING TO ME ON THE PHONE. HE, HOWEVER, WASNT VERY RESPECTFUL AND WAS RUDE. HE WAS ALSO VERY PUSHY. EH TALKED TO ME AS THOUGH I WERE INFERIOR AND MADE ME FEEL UNCOMFORTABLE

I CALLED FOR AN ESTIMATE AND RECEIVED ONE RIGHT AWAY. HIS PRICES ARE VERY REASONABLE COMPARED TO OTHER LANDSCAPERS.

DID THE JOB WITHIN 24 HRS, BEAT THE PRICE BY HALF OF THE NEAREST LWAN CARE COMPANY, DID WONDERFUL WORK