I had a small concrete job that needed to be tackled that other contractors wouldn't take because…read moreit wasn't "worth their time". Dave at "Bud's Concrete" provided a reasonable quote for the job within 24 hours of the request and had it completed within 48 hours. I won't hesitate to call Bud's Concrete first the next time I have a concrete related project. 2 thumbs up.

Bud's tore out and replaced a stamped concrete patio for me recently. From getting an estimate to…read morescheduling and the work being done, everything was professional and communication was clear and the price was competitive.

Gorgeous work!! Meticulously designed from grassy areas to a…read moreluxurious in ground pool.

We employed Scott, Doug and his crew to expand the landscaping in our back yard. Everything about…read moretheir service was top notch! In the design phase Doug quickly grasped our intent - to screen a neighbor's utility building - and offered great suggestions on which plantings would work best. His design incorporated multiple large trees at a very reasonable price. The job was complicated by multiple underground utilities, and during the installation phase they worked closely with Julie on-site to ensure they were avoided. Doug hand picked the major trees at the nursery, and on planting day positioned all the plants to our approval. The crew was efficient , professional and very courteous throughout the job, and quickly addressed any concerns we had. Since moving to Illinois 17 years ago we have employed three landscaping companies for major planting or patio installations. Scott, Doug and his crew are by far and away the best we have had. I highly recommend them!

I only have great things to say about Harold Westwood concrete. They tore up and replaced my…read moredriveway about 5 years ago. It continues to look great, only needs sealing every couple of years, but that is normal. I would recommend them to anyone needing concrete work down at a fair value. You won't need it done twice, which will happen if you choose your contractor based solely on price.

Initially, when we were soliciting bids for our driveway, Dave was very responsive, and even, due…read moreto our vacation schedule, adhered to our timeline. His crew arrived on the scheduled date, and scheduled time. The project went ahead as scheduled, but, I was a little disappointed that his crew had no respect for the plantings on the side of my driveway, and completely destroyed one entire side of plantings. Come January, we noticed that two sections of the driveway had cracks in them, and yes, I know that concrete cracks. However, I had a clause inserted into our contract to repair certain defects. Dave responded to my initial email stating that he would address this issue in April. Come April, emails weren't addressed, and total radio silence. I filed a complaint with the BBB, and amazingly, Dave emailed the next day stating that he would be out to repair the driveway. Hoping that his "repairs", which took maybe 15 minutes will address the issue. Long story, short...there are issues with Dave communicating with clients post job status.

Our stamped concrete pool deck needed lots of love. Taber Builders (Tom) came out and assessed that…read morethe concrete needed a serious power washing and re-sealing. Also--we had damage to the concrete about the size of a football. Miguel came out to our house, repaired the rather large divot of concrete. After letting the divot dry and cure--Miguel was back to power washing the concrete. Miguel returned later that day to seal the concrete with a concrete sealant that left a beautiful sheen on the surface. Miguel did a beautiful job! Miguel was great to work with! I highly recommend Taber Builders for your concrete needs! Thanks, Tom and Miguel!

Working with Tom on my driveway project was a great experience. He was knowledgeable, communicative…read moreand considerate. When removing an old driveway after purchasing a new (old) home, Taber Builders was with me every step of the way. Tom and his crew did a wonderful job - I don't know how I ever put up with the old/damaged driveway, this one looks so good! And I can rest easy knowing this driveway was done right.

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! We contacted Jonathan at SAR for…read morelandscaping work at my moms residence. Mowing, trimming, bush removal, seeding, landscape design, planting,mulching, ....... He has been always been very courteous, friendly, accommodating, and professional. They do TOP NOTCH work!! Thanks guys! Thanks guys!!!

Using their landscape services since 2019: mowing, mulching/edging, dethatching, over seeding,…read moreaeration, bush trim, spring cleanup. Quality work, timely and dependable. Nice friendly owner and crew. Reasonable prices.

Our project was straightforward: we needed to relocate a planting bed around our deck and remove…read moresome bushes that were obstructing the installation of a fence gate. The goal was to achieve the right grade so the gate would swing open smoothly. On the opposite side of the house, we had to clear out several hostas to make space for another fence gate. Additionally, we needed to remove some dead and dying bushes near the side of the house and replace them with hardy plants that would last for the next 20 years. After receiving quotes and proposals from several landscape companies, my wife and I were left scratching our heads, feeling that the offers were unrealistic. A recommendation from a trusted friend led us to contact Harvey at Apple Blossom Landscape Concepts. Harvey visited our home, listened carefully to our needs, and offered honest, experience-based advice. He provided a clear plan that matched our requirements perfectly. We promptly signed his formal quotation. Although Apple Blossom wasn't the cheapest option, their professionalism and expertise set them apart. Harvey and his team of four arrived at the job site and, in just four hours, had everything that needed removal loaded up and taken away. They worked diligently to move heavy flagstone, reshape the planting bed to accommodate the new fence gate, and planted several hydrangeas. The following morning, they completed the project by laying down sod. What distinguishes Apple Blossom from other companies is their exceptional customer service. They walked us through each planting site, educated us about soil and moisture, and provided valuable tips on watering and caring for our new plants. They even offered free pruning lessons for the end of winter, ensuring we'd be prepared for the spring bloom season. With future projects in mind, I know exactly who to call. First impressions matter, and if I had a daughter going to her senior prom, I'd trust Apple Blossom to ensure she'd have a perfect experience and have her home on time, just like their impeccable service we received. Denny

Harvey and the whole team at Apple Blossom have been amazing to work with and the results are even…read morebetter than I expected. I live in a community with an HOA (homeowners association) that has a LOT of rules and regs regarding plantings. Harvey was patient and professional as we worked with changes the designs to accommodate all the rules -- those written and those that were implied. Jake and the crew did a terrific job of tearing out the old and planting the new and I love it all! Harvey came back a couple days later and gave me written instructions for care as well as reviewing it all with me personally -- a huge help! You can tell he is not only very knowledgeable about plantings in our area, but is passionate and caring about what he does and how they do it all. I can't wait until next spring when we do the last 2 beds!

This guy is a stroke. Promises- promises and doesn't follow through. I still need some trees…read morereplaced and he says he will handle it. That was 2 years ago. And don't let this goof build you a grill. The thing still works like crap with rain water getting in it. But he says that is normal. Typical landscaper telling you he will do the work and warranty it UNTIL you pay him. Then you will never see him again. Now that I think about it, I might sue him!!!

I used Jeff's for my lawn mowing service last year, which looked great, much improved over what I…read moreused to do. So this year I continued the mowing service and had them do a Spring Clean-up and some plantings, paver patio power washing with new poly sand. My place never looked so great, I find myself looking out the window several times just to see the wonderful transformation. The crew was fantastic, hard working, only took a lunch break. I would highly recommend, and I will continue to use their company! Ken P.

After living in my new construction house, my wife and I decided that it was finally time to get a…read morebackyard patio. All we saw was a bare backyard with a lot of green grass with some weeds. We did have some "wants" on our list which included a natural gas firepit, natural gas line for grill, seating for ~6-8 people, and enough room for entertain with some food, drinks, and a nice place to relax. From the start to the finish, Grant and Power was completely different than the other companies. Other locations just met you outside, what you wanted, and how big. Then we got a quote. However, when I contacted Grant and Powers, they started out with an email with some essential information like their insurance, a pamphlet and other information to get us started. We talked about what we were looking and then waited for our appointment Our appointment was different. Instead of going outside and talking about size... Gene sat us down to talk to us. He wanted to know what we wanted, what we were looking for and what we wanted to spend. We told him about how we were going to use the space and what we wanted and gave him our budget. Afterwards we talked about modern trends and what designs are in/out, how we wanted to place everything. Then off he went with the rest of the team to start designing it after a small down payment. He asked about budget and we talked about how much it might cost, but of course, the final bill could vary depending on the design. A few weeks later, we had another appointment where he showed us the design and it was amazing. They really sat down and listened to what we wanted because it looked amazing. The budget was completely out of our range.. granted, we knew our budget was on the low side of things, but they were willing to work with us to make this affordable. Finally, our day arrived. We got a call the night before that they were arriving in the morning to get started. During the process, the team were good...i would give them a 4.5/5 for a few minor things.They did talk to us a few times but I wish we were updated better. They were good about protecting our lawn even though some areas did suffer. Luckily (For us and them), our backyard had nothing out there. It was just bare land with green-ish grass. From start to finish, they were done in a week. We waited an extra day for another group of guys to show up to set up the firepit and show us how to use it. They were in and out fairly quickly. In the end, we got a beautiful patio. One section to entertain/eat. The other area is for the firepit and grill. Due to the design, they both feel separate from each other. We did find some minor damages that the team did not let me know or Gene. But he is going out of his way to making it right and I appreciate it. Ive had some neighbors stop by to marvel at the patio. Overall, if I were to ever move away, I would go back to this company to design a beautiful space again. I would completely recommend this company if you are looking for the same.

We had our backyard patio redone by G & P. After meeting with Shawn to discuss the design, he had…read morea beautiful mockup made up for us before the work began. Scheduling was easy, they got right to work. When there were issues, Shawn was in touch immediately and the issues were resolved often before we even realized they existed. The patio and retaining wall are gorgeous! The steps out to the yard, and the stoop from the house are a HUGE improvement over what we had before, and all done for a very reasonable price, especially since we did shop around. Needless to say, we love our new backyard and hubby even says he now has room for more grills! We have no complaints; the workmanship, value, and communication were all outstanding.