Balco Landscape Contractors

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Introduction

I love seeing a completed project and seeing how far it has come from what was originally there. I enjoy the creativity behind hardscaping and landscaping. Each project is completely unique and one of a kind.

Overview

Hired 57 times

Serves Parkton, MD

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7 employees

10 years in business

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2016

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Softscaping

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality.

Very good 4.5

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Marissa C.

Mar 3, 2017

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We wanted a new landing for our front stoop. Balco landscapes was very professional and came out and got it done very quickly despite the cold/wet weather we had. They did a clean job and even came back to clean our doors! They were very friendly, honest and hard workers. I would recommend hem to friends if hey need to get a job done.

Brick or Stone Repair

Patrick E.

Oct 2, 2017

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Nothing but good things to say about Balco Landscapes! I had just completed two projects with separate big name contractors and the experiences were both horrible. Had I not been on home on several occasions, the work these other contractors did would have been done wrong and not to spec. So I was a bit uneasy when I realized that due to my work schedule, I would not be home for the entirety of the landscaping project with Balco. But, Balco Landscapes showed up every day, on time, and did the work they quoted. The work itself is stunning! The installed 2 flagstone patios over concrete base, a separate stacked stone retaining wall, and landscaped a garden bed horribly overgrown with weeds and planted agreed upon plants. Also planted a dogwood in the very back of the yard. Balco also pulled the necessary permits from Baltimore City (which in itself is no easy task). They quoted 2 weeks to complete the project and they finished in 1 week and 3 days. Harry and his team were nothing but courteous and professional from the moment they showed up in person to discuss design and requirements, through to the project's completion. The morning after the day in which it looked as though everything had been completed, I spoke directly with Harry to make sure they were done so I could finalize payment. Indeed they were... but Harry was already on his way to my house to shore up a joint line in one of the patios that "he wasn't happy with." I didn't ask him to do it... i didn't even recognize what he was talking about... but he came out on his own to take care of it. That is owning your workmanship. And that is respect for the homeowner. This is how working with contractors should always be!! They are already my decided choice for some additional work I'll have done in a few months. If you have landscaping needs, you'll be in good hands with Balco! A+ across the board.

Outdoor Landscaping and Design

Beth M.

Apr 4, 2016

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Installing new wall for mailbox, taking out existing buses/trees, making new beds, removal of existing landscaping walls.

Outdoor Landscaping and Design

Erik V.

Feb 11, 2019

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Although we weren't able to use them in the end (the location had a provider already set to provide services but we didn't have prior notification) they were very responsive & they provide snow removal services for a few other locations we have. Thanks again guys for all your help & we will definitely let you guys know when we have any available sites in your area.

Details: I need plowing now and for the rest of the season • I need salt and de-icing • Parking lot • Walkway / path • 4,000 - 5,000 sqft • Flat • I just need snow plowing for my residence

Snow Plowing

Nathaniel B.

Sep 2, 2017

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Harry with Balco was extremely prompt and professional. He worked with my space, and helped make great suggestions. He also had a good mock up of space. The work was done within one day. He was also flexible with my work schedule.

Outdoor Landscaping and Design

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Harry Shriver

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
We aren't low bid contractors. We price jobs in order to complete them the right way with the highest standards. We either price jobs Time and Material or by the square foot. We will rarely be able to give an estimate without being able to visit the site.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Free designs/estimates Prefer face to face meeting to discuss ideas. Once all the details are ironed out we have a customer agreement that we have the customer sign to protect both parties.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
8 years of experience in the landscaping field along with in class training