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Bear Rock Landscaping llc

Updated 2026-10-03 · 45,223 reviewed · 807 listed · Scored from 19 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(19) 73 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Patios, Walkways & HardscapingHistoric Masonry RestorationBrick MasonryStone MasonryConcrete & Flatwork

Google-verified19 Google reviews

Bear Rock Landscaping llc
Location
Durham
Services
Patios, Walkways & Hardscaping, Historic Masonry Restoration, Brick Masonry
Reviews
19
Best for
Homeowners with overgrown yards, tree removal needs, or multi-season lawn contracts seeking reliable follow-through.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-10-03. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-09-07.

What recent reviews say

Joel and his crew deliver consistent hardscaping and tree work across Middlesex County. Nearly all reviewers praise their professionalism, cleanliness on site, and willingness to go beyond scope. One older complaint flagged pricing changes mid-job, but the weight of evidence shows fair rates and dependable follow-through over years.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • professional and courteous crew
  • attention to detail
  • responsive and quick turnaround
  • competitive pricing
  • reliable long-term service
Watch-outs
  • price changed mid-project
  • inflated hours billed
skilled-craftsmanshipfair-pricingpunctualclean-worksiteexperienced-crewreliable-schedulingattention-to-detailresponsive-quotesgood-value
Best for: Homeowners with overgrown yards, tree removal needs, or multi-season lawn contracts seeking reliable follow-through.
Think twice if: One reviewer reported mid-project price increases and hour inflation; confirm scope and pricing in writing upfront.

Where this business shines

  • Joel leads a responsive, detail-oriented crew
  • handles complex multi-year lawn contracts
  • paver patios and walkways completed competitively
  • thorough cleanup after tree work

Worth knowing

  • Joel is the owner and primary contact
  • crew prioritizes debris cleanup after tree removal
  • handles large oak and ash trees efficiently
  • serves residential accounts over multiple years
  • estimates provided quickly by phone

What reviews say by service

Patios, Walkways & Hardscaping
Paver patios and stamped concrete walkways praised for quality and competitive pricing.
Brick Masonry
Masonry work described as professional and reliable by reviewers.
Stone Masonry
Limited specific mention; grouped under masonry praise.
Concrete & Flatwork
Stamped concrete walkways noted as quality foundation for hardscaping projects.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.72 average across the 408 patios, walkways & hardscaping businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 79% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

Ranking Method
Star rating 81
Review volume 56
Review recency 73
Review sentiment 60
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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18
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Common questions

How fast can they respond to a job?
Joel responds to voicemails quickly; tree removal completed within days of initial call. Estimates provided within about two weeks of request.
Do they clean up after tree removal?
Yes. Reviewers consistently note thorough debris cleanup on site and removal from the property after tree work.
Can they handle large or complex yards?
Yes. Multiple reviewers describe large or overgrown properties transformed by their crew, and several have hired them year after year.
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Last updated 2026-10-03