JJS Home Improvements is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 15 years of hands on experience to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
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Julie H on November 2019
JJS Home Improvements is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 15 years of hands on experience to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
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Julie H on November 2019
JJs Snow Removal, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
JJs Snow Removal, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"They did a great job! They were timely and efficient and a great value. I highly recommend them!"
lonisa S on September 2022
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"They did a great job! They were timely and efficient and a great value. I highly recommend them!"
lonisa S on September 2022
We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!
We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!
With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your Landscaping needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"Jason designed the layout and we loved everything. Very personable and trusted his team when they were here. Were very neat and tidy and quick. They worked and it was done in two days. Would recommend totally!"
Karen C on July 2022
With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your Landscaping needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"Jason designed the layout and we loved everything. Very personable and trusted his team when they were here. Were very neat and tidy and quick. They worked and it was done in two days. Would recommend totally!"
Karen C on July 2022
Terra Firma Services is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"The guys were very professional and nice. John kept us updated throughout the entire process. Went above and beyond."
Mark D on April 2025
Terra Firma Services is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"The guys were very professional and nice. John kept us updated throughout the entire process. Went above and beyond."
Mark D on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The guys showed up on time and completed the work for the price quoted. They were professional and friendly and spent extra time going over everything with me. I will use in the future for my landscaping projects and I?m happy to recommend to my friends and family!"
Sara B on March 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The guys showed up on time and completed the work for the price quoted. They were professional and friendly and spent extra time going over everything with me. I will use in the future for my landscaping projects and I?m happy to recommend to my friends and family!"
Sara B on March 2025
G and T Handyman and Property Services is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 15 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Working with G and T was a great experience. I came to town to help my mom get some landscaping work done around her home. They did the work the same day and my mom was very happy with the way everything looked. We plan to use them for some interior work and continue to use their services for her landscaping needs. It’s a relief to me to know she has a reliable company to take care of her home needs"
Elizabeth N on June 2025
G and T Handyman and Property Services is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 15 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Working with G and T was a great experience. I came to town to help my mom get some landscaping work done around her home. They did the work the same day and my mom was very happy with the way everything looked. We plan to use them for some interior work and continue to use their services for her landscaping needs. It’s a relief to me to know she has a reliable company to take care of her home needs"
Elizabeth N on June 2025
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Good job. Good price."
Mark P on December 2023
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Good job. Good price."
Mark P on December 2023
Rolax Landscaping: Transforming outdoor spaces in Buffalo for nearly a decade! We specialize in landscaping, hardscaping, tree services, and snow plowing, bringing top-notch craftsmanship, attention to detail, and reliable service to every project. Big or small, we treat your yard like our own. Call us today and let’s make your outdoor vision a reality !
"They did a very nice job and were pleasant to deal with."
James H on June 2025
Rolax Landscaping: Transforming outdoor spaces in Buffalo for nearly a decade! We specialize in landscaping, hardscaping, tree services, and snow plowing, bringing top-notch craftsmanship, attention to detail, and reliable service to every project. Big or small, we treat your yard like our own. Call us today and let’s make your outdoor vision a reality !
"They did a very nice job and were pleasant to deal with."
James H on June 2025
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In milder climates, winter planting can work well, but avoid periods of extreme temperature or drought regardless of season to give your new hedge the best chance of successful establishment.
Proper spacing depends on the hedge variety and your desired outcome. Most hedge plants perform best when spaced between one and three feet apart. Fast-growing species need more room between plants to accommodate their eventual spread and allow for proper air circulation.
For immediate privacy, you might place plants closer together, but this approach can create competition for nutrients and may affect long-term health. Always check the specific spacing recommendations for your chosen hedge variety.
The time required for a hedge to form an effective privacy screen varies by plant type and initial size. Most hedges take between two and five years to develop full density when started with smaller plants. Fast-growing varieties like privet may establish more quickly, while slower-growing species like boxwood require additional patience.
Starting with larger plants reduces waiting time but increases initial costs. Regular watering, appropriate fertilization, and proper pruning techniques can help accelerate growth and density development.
For rapid privacy screening, consider fast-growing hedge options like privet, which can grow up to three feet annually in ideal conditions. Arborvitae varieties add approximately two feet of height per year and provide excellent year-round screening. Other quick-growing options include certain varieties of cypress and juniper.
While these fast-growing species provide quicker results, they require more frequent maintenance and may have shorter overall lifespans than slower-growing alternatives.
Most residential hedge planting projects don't require permits, but regulations vary by location. Some municipalities enforce height restrictions for hedges, particularly those along property lines or near roadways. If your planned hedge will exceed these height limitations, permits may be necessary.
Additionally, homeowners' association rules might govern hedge placement, species selection, and maintenance standards. Checking local regulations and HOA requirements before planting helps avoid potential complications and expenses.