Ultimate Lawn Care and Tree - Nokomis, Florida

Gary D.

Review of Ultimate Lawn Care

Near the end of July I entered an agreement with ULC to remove existing lawn and replace with St. Augustine sod grass. The first day they sprayed the lawn to kill all the grass and weed on my lawn. They failed to mark out my lawn’s perimeter with the neighbors and killed some of their grass. In the removal process they damaged the sprinkler system costing me an extra $200.00. When they started to install the sod I could only describe as where it lands it stays. As they obviously had no plan as to my property borders about a half of skid was on the golf course property. I then provided them with some twine to use marking my property so sod was only put on my property not the golf course. The left side where they killed the neighbor’s grass they used sod I paid for but the line instead of being straight is a complete example of their unprofessional character. The line is not a line but a wondering along a crooked path.
After two days they discovered that they were several pallets short as their estimate grossly understated the amount of sod needed. I was foolish enough to pay for 75% of the additional cost to which I never received a thank you and mostly received an attitude that I should have paid for all of their mistake. The original estimate was for $5,775.00 and I foolishly paid $9,000.00.
My next problem is where one area is not doing well with about 75% of the sod dead and 25% showing life. I asked ULC about the problem to which they stated their not responsible for the sod. They concluded that I wasn’t watering it as instructed. UTC had their sprinkler contractor program my sprinkler system and they advised me it was set and I didn’t have to do anything. I needed some additional sprinkler work and the company I contacted told me that the zone 5 problem area was never set thus no watering. All my sprinkler heads had cement rings around them. When I asked UTC about the rings, I was told they would look into it, which means I will have to replace them at my expense.
My opinion of ULC is that they don’t know how to plan, estimate, execute or hire competent workers. There is a definite lack of integrity and professionalism dealing with ULC. For warned is for armed.

nicole S.

This company came out to do a few different jobs for us. They were very responsive, priced reasonably, and professional. They sent a crew to take care of some tree removal that did an excellent job. A second crew came and spread a dump truck load of shells and re-placed some pavers. They showed up to the minute on time. They were polite and unbelievably efficient. I am so impressed with this company and so happy we found them. We will continue to recommend them and hire them for jobs in the future. Thank you ULC!

RTO

Responded very quickly to give an estimate at my convenience,
They gave me a fair price and scheduled to do the work the following week, they showed up when they said they would and did what they said they would. They were professional and clean.
They tidied up nicely afterwards and left my lawn looking much better.

Rick B.

Ultimate...actually lives up to their name! We've had several lawn care and tree service companies, but NONE of them compare to the Ultimate team!
Professional in their attitude, yet polite in their interaction. Thorough in their work, yet careful in dealing with and working the around plants and shrubs you don't want disturbed. The results you want at a fair and reasonable price. Why settle for something less than the Ultimate?

Mark B.

Beware of Dealing with Ultimate Lawn Care.
I had a previous lawn care service that I was happy with who sold out to Ultimate. Since I always paid in advance the credit I had with my old service was transferred to Ultimate.
Ultimate never sent me an invoice for six months and when they did I found out that they raised the price %50 over what the previous service was charging. They never told me they were going to raise the price they just used up the money I had already sent in.
I think this is un ethical and I have since found a new service.
Don't pay in advance -- you can trust them

David J.

I have worked with Ultimate Lawn Care many times over the years on numerous projects. They have always been honest, reliable and great to work with. I have recommended them many times and will continue to do so. Keep up the great work guys!

cindy B.

Dave and his crew from Ultimate Lawn Care have been taking care of my home’s landscaping and yard service for many, many years and I couldn’t be happier with their professionalism and attention to detail. What I like most is they always take the time to blow the drive way and sidewalks off before they leave, so it always looks clean and tidy!

Marguerite C.

Ultimate cut down three pine trees for us. They were very neat and made sure we were satisfied before they left. They also ground the stumps which made our yard look even better. Dave's crew is amazing and we highly recommend them.