We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services also flooring and small construction projects like handy man type work that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"I have hired them twice And I will continue to work with them for all my landscaping projects and fall clean up!!!"
Carrie B on December 2021
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services also flooring and small construction projects like handy man type work that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"I have hired them twice And I will continue to work with them for all my landscaping projects and fall clean up!!!"
Carrie B on December 2021
At Vcoelho General Services, 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!
"I had a great experience using Vcoelho General svc They gave me the best quote. The communication was easy and timely. Job was done on time and my new fence looks awesome. Thanks for the work! Would definitely recommend"
STEPHEN O on May 2025
At Vcoelho General Services, 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!
"I had a great experience using Vcoelho General svc They gave me the best quote. The communication was easy and timely. Job was done on time and my new fence looks awesome. Thanks for the work! Would definitely recommend"
STEPHEN O on May 2025
Thank you for considering hiring us for your project! At Hanover Masonry and Construction we pride ourselves on quality work, integrity and competitive pricing. We have over 20 years experience. We believe in giving our absolute best, no matter how big or small your project. We are experts in our trade, and we will keep you educated and informed throughout the completion of your project. We treat your property like it's our own, with the utmost respect, just like we would our own family! As the owner, my aim is to earn a 5-star review on the completion of your project. So, please let me know if at any time we are not living up to earning your perfect 5-star review. We look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references!
"This contractor responded promptly to set up an initial appointment. He was on time and had goid communication. The job was done quickly and at a good price. He completed the repair as needed and recommended nothing that was unneccessary. Cleanup was thorough. I would highly recommend this contractor for masonry/ repair of exterior stairs etc. "
Linda R on June 2025
Thank you for considering hiring us for your project! At Hanover Masonry and Construction we pride ourselves on quality work, integrity and competitive pricing. We have over 20 years experience. We believe in giving our absolute best, no matter how big or small your project. We are experts in our trade, and we will keep you educated and informed throughout the completion of your project. We treat your property like it's our own, with the utmost respect, just like we would our own family! As the owner, my aim is to earn a 5-star review on the completion of your project. So, please let me know if at any time we are not living up to earning your perfect 5-star review. We look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references!
"This contractor responded promptly to set up an initial appointment. He was on time and had goid communication. The job was done quickly and at a good price. He completed the repair as needed and recommended nothing that was unneccessary. Cleanup was thorough. I would highly recommend this contractor for masonry/ repair of exterior stairs etc. "
Linda R on June 2025
Porterhorn Contractors has been in business 11 years. Over that time we have earned a great name in the South Shore Massachusetts area and beyond. Giving our customers our undivided attention to every project. We finish every job before heading to the next one. This, we believe has been a leading factor in creating so many happy customers. We let our customers explain what they have envisioned for their project and through our 25 years of experience in our trades we bring our customers vision to life. We often offer multiple options to our customers to make sure they get what they need done in a price range they can afford. We are easy to get ahold of and are always happy to discuss any parts of the project. We know your investing into projects that you care about deeply. And we want our customers to know that we feel the same way. We want you to be happy with the product for years to come. We pride ourselves in our creativity, our skill, attention to detail and our integrity.
"Mike and his crew were very professional. They showed up on time. They did an excellent job. Mike took the time to answer my questions and explain everything to me. They're a hardworking crew and honest people. I look forward to hiring them again in the future.For other projects around the house"
Rosemarie l on June 2025
Porterhorn Contractors has been in business 11 years. Over that time we have earned a great name in the South Shore Massachusetts area and beyond. Giving our customers our undivided attention to every project. We finish every job before heading to the next one. This, we believe has been a leading factor in creating so many happy customers. We let our customers explain what they have envisioned for their project and through our 25 years of experience in our trades we bring our customers vision to life. We often offer multiple options to our customers to make sure they get what they need done in a price range they can afford. We are easy to get ahold of and are always happy to discuss any parts of the project. We know your investing into projects that you care about deeply. And we want our customers to know that we feel the same way. We want you to be happy with the product for years to come. We pride ourselves in our creativity, our skill, attention to detail and our integrity.
"Mike and his crew were very professional. They showed up on time. They did an excellent job. Mike took the time to answer my questions and explain everything to me. They're a hardworking crew and honest people. I look forward to hiring them again in the future.For other projects around the house"
Rosemarie l on June 2025
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.
"Such great attention to detail, Very nice workers, great pricing, defense would recommend "
Lucas A on March 2025
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.
"Such great attention to detail, Very nice workers, great pricing, defense would recommend "
Lucas A on March 2025
Niteroy Masonry is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Niteroy Masonry is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship 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
"Prompt, communicative, and done as promised."
Mario A on February 2023
Niteroy Masonry is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Niteroy Masonry is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship 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
"Prompt, communicative, and done as promised."
Mario A on February 2023
The Narrow Lane Company is a full service landscape company dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces you'll absolutely love! All work is done in a timely, professional manner and 100% guaranteed.
"Worst experience working with a contractor we have ever had. Lack of communication was astounding. Reached out to start the project on our tiny front lawn in June/July. Didn't start planting until mid October. Was told there were 5 jobs in front of ours. Ignored photos of exactly what we wanted. Finish product is passable at best. Would not recommend."
Julie C on October 2023
The Narrow Lane Company is a full service landscape company dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces you'll absolutely love! All work is done in a timely, professional manner and 100% guaranteed.
"Worst experience working with a contractor we have ever had. Lack of communication was astounding. Reached out to start the project on our tiny front lawn in June/July. Didn't start planting until mid October. Was told there were 5 jobs in front of ours. Ignored photos of exactly what we wanted. Finish product is passable at best. Would not recommend."
Julie C on October 2023
For 30 years, John’s Landscape Service Inc. has been a landscape contractor providing highly recommended, reliable and reasonable landscape services to the Greater Boston, Metro North and Metro West areas including areas such as Boston, Arlington, Newton, and Cambridge. We are proud of our reputation and we would love to work with you this season. No project is too big or too small. We know that we can provide you with the highest level of satisfaction in our work and help to make your outdoor dreams a reality. Additional email - johnslandscape@hotmail.com.
"didn't hire - just chose another contractor from list. can't review someone I didn't hire. should be a 3rd choice wherever necessary here - "N/A" or "didn't hire"."
MsA L on July 2020
For 30 years, John’s Landscape Service Inc. has been a landscape contractor providing highly recommended, reliable and reasonable landscape services to the Greater Boston, Metro North and Metro West areas including areas such as Boston, Arlington, Newton, and Cambridge. We are proud of our reputation and we would love to work with you this season. No project is too big or too small. We know that we can provide you with the highest level of satisfaction in our work and help to make your outdoor dreams a reality. Additional email - johnslandscape@hotmail.com.
"didn't hire - just chose another contractor from list. can't review someone I didn't hire. should be a 3rd choice wherever necessary here - "N/A" or "didn't hire"."
MsA L on July 2020
We have over 10 years of experience serving the South Shore and Boston area. I'm looking for good customers, people that I can have a good relationship with and do my best!
"We have been use S&J Landscaping for years and Fabricio is very responsive owner of this business."
Meiling H on March 2024
We have over 10 years of experience serving the South Shore and Boston area. I'm looking for good customers, people that I can have a good relationship with and do my best!
"We have been use S&J Landscaping for years and Fabricio is very responsive owner of this business."
Meiling H on March 2024
Our company is the best we are hard workers and will give you fair prices and we offer a lot different services. We specialize in a variety of landscaping services such as cleaning up around the yard, mowing lawns, installing mulch, trimming trees and bushes.
"Brandon is great. He’s very communicative and cares about doing a great job. I needed my backyard torn up, a fence removed, stones removed, and then leveled. Next I wanted to seed with clover, as we have a female dog and she’s destroyed our lawn. He was upfront he’d never done clover before, but neither have I, so we figured we’d give it a shot. He showed up exactly when he said he would and did a really nice job. I’m excited to see how the clover turns out. It’s on me now to ensure I water properly while the seeds germinate. 🤞🏻"
Samantha L on June 2025
Our company is the best we are hard workers and will give you fair prices and we offer a lot different services. We specialize in a variety of landscaping services such as cleaning up around the yard, mowing lawns, installing mulch, trimming trees and bushes.
"Brandon is great. He’s very communicative and cares about doing a great job. I needed my backyard torn up, a fence removed, stones removed, and then leveled. Next I wanted to seed with clover, as we have a female dog and she’s destroyed our lawn. He was upfront he’d never done clover before, but neither have I, so we figured we’d give it a shot. He showed up exactly when he said he would and did a really nice job. I’m excited to see how the clover turns out. It’s on me now to ensure I water properly while the seeds germinate. 🤞🏻"
Samantha L on June 2025
Seeding costs less up front, but you’ll wait months—and sometimes a full season—for the grass to fill in. Sod costs more per square foot, yet it gives you an instant, usable lawn the day it’s installed and needs far less care during the first year.
If speed and early curb appeal matter, the higher sod price is often worth it; if you’re watching every dollar and don’t mind the wait, seed can still be a smart play.
Start by sketching your lawn and breaking it into rectangles or circles. Measure each section, multiply length by width, and then add all the sections together for the total square footage. Standard sod rolls are two feet by 1.5 feet, and one pallet covers 450 square feet.
Divide your total area by 450 to see how many pallets you need, then round up—extras come in handy for cutting around curves or mistakes. Still unsure? A local sod supplier or installer can confirm your math before you order.
Most sod grips the soil within 10 to 14 days. During that stretch, keep foot traffic to a minimum and mow only if the grass gets tall. After two weeks, the roots should be strong enough for light use, but wait six weeks before heavy play or frequent mowing. Giving the grass that short honeymoon helps it anchor firmly and sets the stage for a durable, healthy lawn.
Give your new lawn two full weeks before any foot traffic, then stick to light use only. Hold off on vigorous play, parties, or regular mowing until the six-week mark so the roots can dig deep. Keep watering on schedule and watch for any dry patches. A little patience now means stronger turf and fewer repairs later.
Keep an eye on color, moisture, and even growth. Fresh sod should stay uniformly green; brown spots or gaps hint at dry soil or poor contact. Water deeply at least once a day for the first week (more in hot weather) and back off gradually after the roots take. Avoid heavy foot traffic until the grass feels firmly anchored. Quick attention to trouble spots now prevents costly patches later.
Aim for spring or early fall when daytime temps hover between 55°F and 80°F. Mild weather and consistent moisture help the roots knit quickly. Laying sod in midsummer can stress the grass, while frozen winter soil blocks rooting altogether.
If you must install outside the ideal window, budget extra time for watering and tending to the turf. Choosing the right season makes the job easier and the lawn tougher.