I found FISH Landscape and Maintenance on the contractor board at Green Acres. If you've ever looked at that board, you know there are a lot of business cards to choose from. FISH stood out to me because of the simple design of their card and because they specifically mentioned that they handle both small and large projects. That was important to me because my project was relatively small: installing one 25-gallon tree, one 15-gallon plant, and four 1-gallon plants, along with checking the irrigation, emitters, and the health of the other plants in my yard. From the moment Joe got out of his truck, I could tell there was an openness about him and that he was knowledgeable about landscaping. He definitely proved me right. After the introductions, I took him to my backyard and showed him some of the issues I was having. Almost immediately, he was down on the ground examining the rocks, soil, irrigation lines, and emitters. He noticed that the soil was overly saturated and suggested that we cut back on the watering. Joe took the time to explain our clay soil and how difficult it can be for water to penetrate and drain properly. He also examined the other plants and explained that too much water could be accumulating below the roots, potentially causing root rot. That appeared to be exactly what happened with one of our trees that had died--we found a tremendous amount of water around the base. I went one step further and capped the irrigation to make sure there wasn't a leak. Joe suggested waiting about a week to see what happened before moving forward. Over the course of that week, the area finally dried up, confirming that overwatering appeared to be the problem. I let Joe know the results before I had even signed a contract with him. Once I received the quote, we agreed on a date for the project. What impressed me was that Joe didn't just tell me what needed to be done. He took the time to explain WHY it needed to be done. On the day of the project, I met with Joe and his crew before they started. Joe went through the entire project and explained what they would be doing. It was nice knowing that we were all on the same page, and everything he discussed was exactly what was included in the quote. Speaking of the quote, it was very clean, detailed, and easy to understand. One small thing really stood out to me while I watched the crew install the new tree. They kept turning and adjusting it to find the best-looking side and make sure it was centered properly. It may seem like a small detail, but to me, it showed that the crew actually cared about how the finished project looked. They weren't just trying to get the tree in the ground and move on to the next job. I also appreciated that Joe didn't just show up at the beginning and disappear. I saw him at the beginning of the project, again during the work, and at the end. Everything went smoothly. But one thing Joe said during his original visit really surprised me. After examining the soil, rocks, irrigation lines, and emitters, he told me, "If you don't go with us, pass this information along to whichever landscaper you choose." I've dealt with a lot of businesses over the years, and I don't remember anyone ever saying something like that. He was willing to give me the information I needed even if his company didn't get the job. That told me a lot about Joe and the way he does business. From the initial visit through the completion of the project, I felt like Joe and his crew cared about doing the job correctly--not just getting the job done. I highly recommend reaching out to Joe and FISH Landscape and Maintenance and allowing them to earn your business. I don't know if FISH was the cheapest or the most expensive, and honestly, that wasn't the most important thing to me. What I needed was trust, follow-through, knowledge, accessibility, promptness, cleanliness, good communication, and a company that did what they said they were going to do. That's what I got. read more

We've had Fish come out for multiple jobs over the last few years. Each time we've been super pleased with the work. One job was prepping for artificial turf to be put in. After the job there were some drainage issues and they can route to resolve them asap. Most recently we had them prep a large foundation for a shed. The results were fantastic. They even moved a fruit tree for free that was in the way of the foundation. We thought it wasn't but turns out you should leave the measuring to the professionals. See the before and after pics. The crew guys were also very good with our kids, chatting a little with them, telling them to stay inside when they were doing more dangerous work, etc. I couldn't recommend them more! read more

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I do not recommend this company I wish you could see the job they did and Did Not do for me. They did half the job and up the price double to do the rest. Would not show me where the cost had doubled, even though 1/3 of the material was already there and I know they did not double what they pay in labor. just a warning so you do not get taken read more

Awesome ppl! Family owned & operated. Responsive & good value. If you need support, they are a call away! (what landscape project or irrigation system doesn't need some TLC overtime!) read more

Was the most expensive so figured that they would be good. Owner came out an gave me an estimate, While a little high I said ok. Next week his crew came out to prune my privet hedge and some other shrubs in my yard. His wo man cew came with a pair of hedge trimmers an a loping shears. I asked if they had a gas powered hedge trimmer an they said "no" After watching them for about a half hour I said "want to use my electric hedge trimmers" because with their equipment would of taken 12 hours to do the trimming. I also saw that there pruning shears were no good so gave them mine.Within 4 hours they completed the trimming with my equipment. When I asked the owner about some compensation for using my equipment he said they had trimmed a little extra an that was it. The crew did a good job but cost $175 per hour. I would look for someone that had the right equipment next time read more

If I could give a minus star review this would be it!!! My husband hired Fish landscaping to fix our sprinkler system. At the first appointment they never showed up. After we thought the system was fixed we returned home from a 2 week vacation to angry neighbors and a huge water bill as our sprinkler system was leaking and flooding the roads. My husband for the third time called Joe and asked him to come out again and fix the sprinkler system that he had apparently not fixed. Several days after Joe's guy had been out to fix the system my husband went to use the garden hose and noticed that the water to the garden had been turned off. After further investigation it became apparent the reason why the water had been turned off was because the leak had not been fixed! For the fourth time my husband called Joe to ask why the leak had not been fixed. In the meantime our garden and trees are dying, when the water has been running it has flooded onto the street and run up the water bills! Joe sent out a team of guys to fix the sprinkler system this time. After they left I noticed only 1/4 of our garden was actually getting watered. I hired a new company to come out and fix the sprinkler system. When the technician opened the box where the water valves were it was full to the top with water and rocks. Once the water drained the technician had to dig out all the rocks that Joe's guys had put in the box to see what was going on. Basically they were trying to hold their sloppy repair job together with rocks and had turned off the valves to 3/4 of the garden because apparently they were incapable of fixing it! All I can say at this point is BUYER BE WARE THIS COMPANY IS A TOTAL SCAM!! read more

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Crew guys make you very uncomfortable! They seriously have a huge staring problem! I can't walk outside on my front porch without the 3 guys stopping to watch me. It's horrible, creepy and very uncomfortable!! Can't wait till they are out of our neighborhood. After I caught him peeking over the fence I just shook my head then went and grabbed my phone and took a pic. 5mins later he's sitting on top of the fence! I mean really come on CREEPS!! read more

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About a month ago we had an issue with a broken sprinkler head. Called Joe with Fish Landscape on Friday afternoon and he mentioned that he would be close by my neighborhood the following morning around 8 am, and would swing by. Said he thought it would be a quick fix. At 5 til 8 he arrived and my husband showed him the issue. Joe ran right over to pick up the parts we needed and the whole job was completed by 9am. He even showed my husband what parts he would need and how to fix the problem should it start happening to other sprinkler heads in the future. Such a nice guy! Would definitely recommend Fish Landscape. read more

Joe Fish comes off as a good guy. I paid him to fix someone else mess of an irrigation system. He made progress before the rains came last fall. It still doesn't work properly so I asked Joe to come out a fix a few things. He gives dates, then doesn't call, doesn't show, won't return phone calls or text. That is until today when I threatened in a text to write honest reviews about him/his business and take him to small claims court. He replied "Good to see who you really are" after accusing me of "badmouthing" him by writing reviews. He had no comment his failure to keep appointments or finish the job he was paid to do. Now that I see the other reviews he has on this and other sites, I guess it should come as no surprise to anyone. Too bad, I thought he might be an exception to the norm when it comes to contractors these days. Its really too bad, I have enough work on another property to last a landscape contractor 12 months and a lifetime of maintenance work. At least he got the quick buck so he can move on to the next sucker while claiming to be victim. read more

Our family has hired Fish Landscape a few times now and we loved working with them! We would highly recommend their business for your landscape needs because their prices are fair, they are very timely, have a great design eye and a pleasure to be around! -The Manry Family read more

I employed Joe Fish and his company last fall to remove a sycamore tree, lawn, and large roots from my front lawn, and another set of volunteer trees and all major roots along a fence line. I paid more than $2000 for the labor, removal and replacement sod and front yard tree installation. By this spring, I started seeing sprouts popping up in the new lawn and garden area where the volunteer trees had been removed because some of the large roots had been left in place. If the job had been done correctly and completely, this should not be happening. Around the first of June I received an email for Joe's company asking if I had any work. I immediately replied back and on the 6th he viewed the site and said he'd provided an estimate. ON the 11th we agreed on the quote and asked for a schedule. Joe could not start until the 25th. Well unfortunately on the 25th he was down a worker and canceled but rescheduled for today (2 July). Too bad he didn't show up on the 25th because it was raining and cool - today it's hot. Well, its pass noon - No Joe. I called before 8:45 this morning - No return call from Joe. So I'm canceling the job and writing to say how unprofessional Joe and his company has handled this job. read more

We've used Fish Landscape Maintenance for a few years - until they shattered a brand new sliding glass door. I was home at the time, and I saw them in that area of the yard using blowers, mowers, and weed eaters when it occurred. However, because I didn't see it actually happen Fish Landscaping said that it was "impossible'"that his people broke the window. Fish didn't even come out to look at the damage. Additionally, don't expect anything other than very basic blowing and mowing from these folks. They won't tell you if a sprinkler needs repair, even when it's obvious. Getting them to fix a broken sprinkler once you've found it is like pulling teeth. read more

I have never been happier with a landscape company on a project than I was with Fish Landscape for some work they just did in my backyard. I had them remove a lawn, plant trees and shrubs, add a drip system and install pavers where a hot tub will sit. Joe came out to my house to view the potential project and quote the job, and he was super knowledgeable, and incredibly friendly. Kristen was fantastic doing the project coordination from the office, and I can't say enough about how great Rene and his crew were. They took amazing pride in the work they did, and were an absolute pleasure to work with, which I can say about everyone I dealt with from Fish Landscape. If you need any landscape or yard project work done, please give Fish Landscape a call, you will be glad you did, these people are real pros, they are super friendly and upbeat, and they have a GREAT attitude of making sure the customer is pleased. read more

We recently purchased a home in the area and selected Fish Landscape to clean up the property which was in pretty good shape but needed the "pride of ownership" touch. Joe walked the property with me and we were clearly on the same page on what needed to be done. He and his crew did a great job and is now providing weekly service. We have projected outline to enhance the landscape, plant fruit trees, repair sprinkler systems and add a fountain. Joe is personable and I love that he grew up locally. While we have only used Fish landscaping a couple of months I am extremely happy with the quality and service provided. read more

Hired Fish Landscape for our job in Rocklin (take down lots of huge weeds, spread bark, install new sod, fix sprinklers, etc.). They did an awesome job! Fair price and they worked around my tight schedule. I will definitely hire them again for any future landscaping jobs!!! read more

We bought a new house and during the inspection we saw Fish Landscaping at a neighbor's house. We asked them for a quote for regular maintenance. We hired them and they came a few times. Since we were moving (across country) when their next bill would be due, I contacted them and told them I didn't want to forget them in the hustle so would send a check for the next month too. BIG MISTAKE. They never showed up again. I paid for two months and they came twice! Every call, every email, every letter was IGNORED. I've never seen a company that can behave that way. BEWARE this is not an honest person. read more

I have been a licensed General Contractor since 1973, and through the years have dealt with many subcontractors and businesses. The last couple of years I witnessed Joe Fish and his crew working on numerous projects for a mutual customes of ours. It didn't take long for me to determine that Joe Fish is "the real deal ": A problem solver, knowledgeable, hardworking, dependable, innovative, artistic, fair priced and honest. I observed as our mutual client gave him "full reign" of her projects and basically turned him loose on overgrown and neglected properties. He designed the landscaping, repaired and installed irrigation systems, planted a wide variety of species and did tree removal and pruning. The "before and after" pictures were amazing, and he completed the projects in record time. It is obvious that he takes great pride in his work, and it shows! Even though I was happy with another companies gardening service on my own home, I recently switched to Joe Fish and his crew simply because I like being around the caliber of people that they are. Scott Hewett General Contractor #285520 Roseville, CA read more

I had 14 acres in Penryn which had 3 acres surrounding the house completely manicured. I was hosting a 100+ person party and needed vast colorful groupings of beautiful annuals and last minute work making my property look amazing. I was looking to have the color put in with with style and coordination, not all willy-nilly. I was referred to Joe and was grateful for his attitude and helpful enthusiasm in making this project a reality in short order. He brought along his brother to help expedite the job and in 2 days my property was party ready, spic and span with new bark, fabulous color and some pruning/trimming of some overgrown foliage. I received many, many compliments from being called Martha Stewart to people referring to my gardens as Better Homes and Gardens magazine worthy. He is a genuine young man with high standards and good knowledge of his craft. After working with so many in the building trades I can say I really appreciate certain other qualities like no language barrier issues, prompt, hardworking, no swearing, drinking or cussing that I witnessed ( I was around the job most of the time) and they cleaned up and disposed of any leftover materials. read more