# Black Belt Landscaping

**Trade:** Landscaping · **Address:** 686 Main St, Holden, MA 01520 · **Phone:** (508) 868-6719 · **Website:** https://www.blackbeltlandscaping.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.4/5** (medium confidence) — from 87 reviews across 2 sources.
96% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 1 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Black Belt Landscaping is a Holden-based landscaping company serving homeowners with recurring lawn care and larger property projects. Reviews repeatedly identify Alex and his crew as the people customers work with; that owner attribution comes from reviewers, while company background is not established here. The reviewed address is 686 Main St, Holden, Massachusetts.

Customers describe mowing, trimming, mulching, spring and fall cleanups, lawn reseeding, bush and stump removal, planting, bed work, stone and paver installations, loam spreading, and shaping overgrown trees. Recent reviews praise prompt responses, reasonable or fair estimates, reliable recurring visits, clean work areas, professional crews, and short-notice help. Several reviewers describe using the company for multiple years, alongside a Google rating of 4.9 from 114 ratings.

The record is strongly favorable but not uniform. One reviewer reported a nearly six-week quoting and communication process, another mentioned a single miscommunication, and a separate review said scheduling took longer because the company was busy. Confirm response timing, quote revisions, scope, and expected start date before a larger project.

Black Belt looks best suited to homeowners seeking ongoing lawn maintenance, seasonal cleanup, and hands-on landscaping improvements, with reviews also supporting hardscape, planting, and removal work. Ask which crew will handle the job, what the estimate includes, and when work can begin; confirm larger tree, stump, paver, or grading details in writing.

**Strengths:**
- Reliable lawn care — recurring mowing and trimming praised across multiple reviews
- Property improvements — stone, pavers, planting, loam, and lawn projects described
- Professional cleanup — reviewers note debris removal and tidy finished areas
- Responsive communication — many customers cite prompt answers and helpful crews

**Concerns:**
- Quote turnaround — one reviewer described nearly six weeks to finalize revisions
- Scheduling lead time — one customer waited longer to get on the schedule
- Miscommunication — one review reports an isolated communication problem

**Where sources disagree:**
- Most reviews praise prompt communication and scheduling, while one detailed review reports a nearly six-week quoting delay.

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- The reviewed business is located at 686 Main St, Holden, MA 01520. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Black%20Belt%20Landscaping&query_place_id=ChIJk9p2gzkH5IkR4kZcfSkpgFA) — “Google: 4.9★ from 114 ratings”
- Google lists 4.9 stars from 114 ratings; the review packet is predominantly positive with one detailed two-star account and some four-star accounts. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Black%20Belt%20Landscaping&query_place_id=ChIJk9p2gzkH5IkR4kZcfSkpgFA) — “Google: 4.9★ from 114 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21OdVgyUTNVVkJHUzJwU1l6Wk1WR3N4U1RaTFMxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmNuX2Q3UVBGS2pSYzZMVGsxSTZLS1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “4★ I have been very happy with the services I have received from this company. I have only had one instance of miscommunication, and they ha…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT201UFVXcExXVzB3WkZoU01rZzNNMTlJYUZSNVVsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm5PUWpLWW0wZFhSMkg3M19IaFR5UlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “4★ The Blackbelt team did a great job munching our flower beds and trimming our bushes . It took them a bit to get us into their schedule- p…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNmN2NqVlR3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICf7cjVTw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “2★ My experience with Black Belt Landscaping was rough from the start. It took nearly six weeks from initial review of the work/my property …”
- Reviewers describe recurring mowing, trimming, mulching, seasonal cleanup, lawn work, planting, removals, and hardscape projects. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21SMFVYZDRlR3hPZUV0aGRXTjFNRms1VFZOWVkxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmR0UXd4eGxOeEthdWN1MFk5TVNYY1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Trimming crew and mowing crew did a great job and are always willing to take care of situations that crop up occasionally. Great service!”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25KSFowdExSMDQxWjFWV1IybFVjRnBwVGpCYWRVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnJHZ0tLR041Z1VWR2lUcFppTjBadUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ The bush removal was done professionally with all debris removed. Thank you so much! Made the area look so much better.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxNGNtRnplRkJxYmxKQlgyY3dOVzlaZUZKcWFWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk14cmFzeFBqblJBX2cwNW9ZeFJqaVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Two stumps grinded down , area cleaned up , loam spread and seeded in multiple places. Job was well done.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tGelRGZFpWelpJUjJKaExUVjVXbkJ0U0hFMVkxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkFzTFdZVzZIR2JhLTV5WnBtSHE1Y1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I’ve been using Black Belt Landscaping for some time now and have found them to be reliable and consistent. They show up on schedule, com…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tOVmFrNUhZek4yVm1jeFVEUTVSbFZyVUhsNFEwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkNVak5HYzN2VmcxUDQ5RlVrUHl4Q0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great experience! Tore up space in front yard that was filled with weeds, dead plants/shrubs. Replaced with stone and pavers for future l…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xwdmFISTVYMHAzWVVKdE9TMVhSbkphY1hwVU1WRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlpvaHI5X0p3YUJtOS1XRnJacXpUMVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Alex and his crew have been working on our yard for the past few years. We initially started with just lawn maintenance, but now they han…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN2cmZEem1RRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICvrfDzmQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Black Belt Landscaping completely exceeded my expectations from the moment I contacted them. The team was exceptional, punctual, highly k…”
- Customers repeatedly praise prompt communication, reliable scheduling, professional crews, and clean completed work. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25KZk9YVnNjemRZZGsxNExUTlNZM2hQT1hodVdsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnJfOXVsczdYdk14LTNSY3hPOXhuWlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ After searching for a landscaping company, I called Black Belt when the local nursery referred us. My call was responded to quickly. Alex…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21SMFVYZDRlR3hPZUV0aGRXTjFNRms1VFZOWVkxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmR0UXd4eGxOeEthdWN1MFk5TVNYY1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Trimming crew and mowing crew did a great job and are always willing to take care of situations that crop up occasionally. Great service!”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxNGNtRnplRkJxYmxKQlgyY3dOVzlaZUZKcWFWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk14cmFzeFBqblJBX2cwNW9ZeFJqaVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Two stumps grinded down , area cleaned up , loam spread and seeded in multiple places. Job was well done.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tGelRGZFpWelpJUjJKaExUVjVXbkJ0U0hFMVkxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkFzTFdZVzZIR2JhLTV5WnBtSHE1Y1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I’ve been using Black Belt Landscaping for some time now and have found them to be reliable and consistent. They show up on schedule, com…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xNeWFGZGpWR2w0V0dsMFFWRjBhbVpJUjJjdFJuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlMyaFdjVGl4WGl0QVF0amZIR2ctRnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great company, they perform excellent work with fair pricing.  They also have a friendly and professional staff.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNQeWFYWllREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICPyaXZYQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Prompt and professional. They are very responsive and all around great people. You won’t regret your choice to work with Black Belt Lands…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNQN3R6MnJ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICP7tz2rwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Awesome service who are very reliable and there every week to make sure the lawn is  cut and looks great. They also go the extra mile wit…”
- One reviewer described nearly six weeks to receive a finalized revised quote after repeated outreach. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNmN2NqVlR3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICf7cjVTw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “2★ My experience with Black Belt Landscaping was rough from the start. It took nearly six weeks from initial review of the work/my property …”
- Other reviews mention one miscommunication and a wait to enter the schedule. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21OdVgyUTNVVkJHUzJwU1l6Wk1WR3N4U1RaTFMxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmNuX2Q3UVBGS2pSYzZMVGsxSTZLS1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “4★ I have been very happy with the services I have received from this company. I have only had one instance of miscommunication, and they ha…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT201UFVXcExXVzB3WkZoU01rZzNNMTlJYUZSNVVsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm5PUWpLWW0wZFhSMkg3M19IaFR5UlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “4★ The Blackbelt team did a great job munching our flower beds and trimming our bushes . It took them a bit to get us into their schedule- p…”
- Specializes in Landscaping _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25KZk9YVnNjemRZZGsxNExUTlNZM2hQT1hodVdsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnJfOXVsczdYdk14LTNSY3hPOXhuWlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ After searching for a landscaping company, I called Black Belt when the local nursery referred us. My call was responded to quickly. Alex…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tGelRGZFpWelpJUjJKaExUVjVXbkJ0U0hFMVkxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkFzTFdZVzZIR2JhLTV5WnBtSHE1Y1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I’ve been using Black Belt Landscaping for some time now and have found them to be reliable and consistent. They show up on schedule, com…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tOVmFrNUhZek4yVm1jeFVEUTVSbFZyVUhsNFEwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkNVak5HYzN2VmcxUDQ5RlVrUHl4Q0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great experience! Tore up space in front yard that was filled with weeds, dead plants/shrubs. Replaced with stone and pavers for future l…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xwdmFISTVYMHAzWVVKdE9TMVhSbkphY1hwVU1WRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x508029297d5c46e2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlpvaHI5X0p3YUJtOS1XRnJacXpUMVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Alex and his crew have been working on our yard for the past few years. We initially started with just lawn maintenance, but now they han…”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Black%20Belt%20Landscaping&query_place_id=ChIJk9p2gzkH5IkR4kZcfSkpgFA): 4.9★ from 114 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Black%20Belt%20Landscaping&query_place_id=ChIJk9p2gzkH5IkR4kZcfSkpgFA): Listed on this source

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Susan Sundquist · 2026-07-14**: After searching for a landscaping company, I called Black Belt when the local nursery referred us. My call was responded to quickly. Alex came out to view my property and gave me a reasonable estimate promptly. The crew came out within a week and they were fantastic. Our property had become overgrow…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · George Keenan · 2025-09-17**: Trimming crew and mowing crew did a great job and are always willing to take care of situations that crop up occasionally. Great service!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jennifer Bernard · 2025-09-16**: The bush removal was done professionally with all debris removed. Thank you so much! Made the area look so much better.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Thomas George · 2025-09-16**: Two stumps grinded down , area cleaned up , loam spread and seeded in multiple places. Job was well done.
- **4/5 · Google Reviews · Nirvana Filoramo · 2025-09-09**: I have been very happy with the services I have received from this company. I have only had one instance of miscommunication, and they have always responded promptly to my questions.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Stephanie Mulroy · 2025-09-05**: Wow. From my original vision to the consult & planning stage all the way through execution…working with Blackbelt was like the Staples “Easy Button”. My only regret is all the years I’ve struggled to get big projects done on my own without help.  Digging out and moving large overgrown mature shrubs,…
- **4/5 · Google Reviews · David Pentland · 2025-08-20**: The Blackbelt team did a great job munching our flower beds and trimming our bushes . It took them a bit to get us into their schedule- probably because they are so busy . I would highly recommend them .
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mary Hernandez · 2025-08-07**: I’ve been using Black Belt Landscaping for some time now and have found them to be reliable and consistent. They show up on schedule, complete the agreed-upon tasks, mowing, trimming, cleanup, and leave the lawn looking neat and well-maintained after each visit. Their punctuality and consistency are…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · ryan hastings · 2025-07-30**: Great experience! Tore up space in front yard that was filled with weeds, dead plants/shrubs. Replaced with stone and pavers for future low maintenance. Managed to salvage a few plants/flowers and reposition in the new space. Re-shaped a couple overgrown trees that needed attention. For the most par…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Shane Surrette · 2025-06-24**: Great company, they perform excellent work with fair pricing.  They also have a friendly and professional staff.

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