# Cape Cod Yard & Tree Service

**Trade:** Landscaping · **Address:** 120 Holmes Rd, Eastham, MA 02642 · **Phone:** (508) 413-0526 · **Website:** http://www.capecodyardservice.com/ · **Languages:** English, Spanish

**Rating: 3.9/5** (medium confidence) — from 24 reviews across 6 sources.
96% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Cape Cod Yard & Tree Service is a sole proprietorship on the Outer Cape, owned and run by Julius Smith, operating since January 2010. The company's own site describes itself as a landscaping, lawn care and tree service business serving Eastham and the surrounding towns of Truro, Wellfleet, Orleans, Chatham and Brewster, and its HomeAdvisor listing notes 11 years of experience and that the business speaks Spanish.

Reviews spanning 2017 through 2025 on Google and HomeAdvisor consistently name Julius Smith and his crew for tree removal, stump grinding, pruning and ongoing lawn and landscape maintenance. Reviewers repeatedly describe the crew as prompt and thorough, several noting they have used the company for years across multiple projects. Recent 2025 reviews describe specific completed jobs such as planting 25 new trees and leaving a property "immaculate" after a tree-removal job, while older reviews from 2017 through 2022 describe similarly specific tree-removal and cleanup work completed efficiently and on schedule, including one 2019 review citing "a reasonable price" for a difficult tree removal.

One thing worth asking about before booking: a 2024 Google review describes a phone call to request a quote as "beyond rude," with the caller saying the person who answered hung up on them on purpose - a sharp contrast with the many other reviewers who describe the crew as responsive and easy to reach. It's also worth confirming the current address directly, since the company's own site and its BBB profile list an Eastham address while its HomeAdvisor listing gives a Brewster contact address.

For an Outer Cape homeowner who needs tree removal, stump grinding, or ongoing yard and landscape upkeep, this is a long-tenured, owner-operated crew with a deep and mostly consistent track record - confirm current contact details and get a clear quote up front before hiring.

**Strengths:**
- Owner-operator continuity — Julius Smith personally credited across reviews since 2017
- Tree removal and stump grinding — repeatedly praised as thorough and efficient
- Repeat customers — several reviewers report using them for years across projects
- Prompt scheduling — reviewers note on-time arrival even while heavily booked

**Concerns:**
- Phone manner — one 2024 review described a rude, intentionally-ended call
- Address inconsistency — own site/BBB list Eastham, HomeAdvisor lists a Brewster address

**Where sources disagree:**
- Business address differs across sources: Eastham (own website and BBB profile) vs. Brewster (HomeAdvisor's listed contact address) — same owner name (Julius Smith) across all sources, but confirm the current address directly before booking.

## Claims & citations

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

- Sole proprietorship owned and run by Julius Smith, in business since January 2010. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/eastham/profile/landscape-contractors/cape-cod-yard-and-tree-service-0021-236352) — “BBB profile (not accredited, Not Rated, no complaints/reviews shown on this Main tab) confirms the name, phone (508-413-0526), address (15 O…”
- Self-reported service area covers Eastham and the Outer Cape towns of Truro, Wellfleet, Orleans, Chatham and Brewster. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.capecodyardservice.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Truro, Wellfleet, Eastham, Orleans, Chatham, Brewster”
- HomeAdvisor profile states 11 years of experience and that the business speaks Spanish. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “HomeAdvisor profile: 4.7 stars, 49 ratings (25 of 49 bodies retrievable, page shows 1-25 of 49), owner Julius Smith named across many review…”
- Reviewers from 2017 through 2025 repeatedly name owner Julius Smith and describe prompt, thorough tree removal, stump grinding and lawn/landscape maintenance work. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUN3c1pEOFZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xda14adaa041d7799!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCwsZD8Vw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Julius and his crew are awsome
You would never know that they were there
They leave the yard immaculate after taking our trees down
Highl…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ We have been using Cape Cod Yard and Tree Service for years to cut down old trees and care for our yard. They have also done an excellent…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Julius and his team were very responsive, flexible, and very complete in their work.”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Julius and crew do good work and are reliable.”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Very prompt, reliable and capable service. Removed a large, difficult to access tree, chipped the top, cleaned…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Julius Smith is very professional, prompt and thorough. His crew left the yard clean after removing 6 trees an…”
- Several long-time customers report using the company for years across multiple projects and say they will hire again. _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Cape Cod Yard and Tree has completed several jobs for me and for my neighborhood association. They always do excellent work and treat eac…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ A thoroughly professional and reliable can-do landscaping service. Owner Julius Smith is a pleasure to do business with. This is our seco…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Yes, they have been taken care of our property for years. Always looks great.”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Will hire again.”
- One 2024 Google review describes rude phone service and an intentional hang-up when trying to get a quote. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURUMHU2QlNnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xda14adaa041d7799!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDT0u6BSg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ Called to try and obtain a quote and the person who answered was beyond rude. Hung up on me and when I called back he told me verbatim th…”
- Practices tree removal, stump grinding and tree pruning as a core specialty within its landscaping business. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUN3c1pEOFZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xda14adaa041d7799!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCwsZD8Vw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Julius and his crew are awsome
You would never know that they were there
They leave the yard immaculate after taking our trees down
Highl…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “4★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Project removing leaves and brush”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Very prompt, reliable and capable service. Removed a large, difficult to access tree, chipped the top, cleaned…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Julius Smith is very professional, prompt and thorough. His crew left the yard clean after removing 6 trees an…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Tree Service, Landscape Yard or Garden Installation, Commercial Landscaping Installation Service, Tree Remov…”
- Aggregate rating reflects 24 reviews from 2017-2025 that are overwhelmingly positive (one 1-star complaint), consistent with Google's own 4.4 stars from 13 ratings and HomeAdvisor's 4.7 stars from 49 ratings. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Cape%20Cod%20Yard%20%26%20Tree%20Service&query_place_id=ChIJD1RKNjlm-4kRmXcdBKqtFNo) — “Google: 4.4★ from 13 ratings”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 4.7★ from 49 ratings”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “HomeAdvisor star distribution: 88% 5★ · 8% 4★ · 4% 1★ (of 49 ratings)”
- Specializes in Landscaping _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.capecodyardservice.com) — “A Cape Cod landscaping, lawn care and tree service company serving the Outer Cape (Eastham and neighboring towns) with lawn maintenance, tre…”
  - [Official Website](http://www.capecodyardservice.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Truro, Wellfleet, Eastham, Orleans, Chatham, Brewster”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Tree Service, Landscape Yard or Garden Installation, Commercial Landscaping Installation Service, Tree Remov…”
- Specializes in Tree Services _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUN3c1pEOFZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xda14adaa041d7799!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCwsZD8Vw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Julius and his crew are awsome
You would never know that they were there
They leave the yard immaculate after taking our trees down
Highl…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “4★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Project removing leaves and brush”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Very prompt, reliable and capable service. Removed a large, difficult to access tree, chipped the top, cleaned…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “5★ Yes, I recommend this pro. Julius Smith is very professional, prompt and thorough. His crew left the yard clean after removing 6 trees an…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Tree Service, Landscape Yard or Garden Installation, Commercial Landscaping Installation Service, Tree Remov…”

## 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=Cape%20Cod%20Yard%20%26%20Tree%20Service&query_place_id=ChIJD1RKNjlm-4kRmXcdBKqtFNo): 4.4★ from 13 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Cape%20Cod%20Yard%20%26%20Tree%20Service&query_place_id=ChIJD1RKNjlm-4kRmXcdBKqtFNo): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/eastham/profile/landscape-contractors/cape-cod-yard-and-tree-service-0021-236352): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://www.capecodyardservice.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Exa](https://www.capecodyardservice.com/service-area/): 0 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CapeCodYardandTree.139290405.html): 4.7★ from 49 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Jeff M. · 2025-09-01**: Awesome reliable honest
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Paul M. · 2025-09-01**: Yes, they have been taken care of our property for years. Always looks great.
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · David F. · 2025-09-01**: good job
- **1/5 · Google Reviews · Brentyn Price · 2024-05-23**: Called to try and obtain a quote and the person who answered was beyond rude. Hung up on me and when I called back he told me verbatim that he hung up on purpose. Do not work with this guy. Not a good person.
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Sheilah Z. · 2025-09-01**: Julius and his crew were professional and a joy to have help us with our yard and tree work! They did a wonderful job, will definitely hire them in the future!
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Cardel F. · 2025-09-01**: Great service professional care and on time . Did the work at an excellent level. I would recommend them to anyone
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Charles M. · 2025-09-01**: Cape Cod Yard and Tree has completed several jobs for me and for my neighborhood association. They always do excellent work and treat each project professional. I always trust them to get the work done correctly.
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Kathe C. · 2025-09-01**: We have been using Cape Cod Yard and Tree Service for years to cut down old trees and care for our yard. They have also done an excellent job. This year we used them to plant 25 new trees and we were very happy. We have plans for them to plant more trees this coming year
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Beth H. · 2025-09-01**: Julius and his crew have done a lot of work for us - landscaping, tree removal and planting, lawn mowing, etc.. Their work is excellent, and they go out of their way to be responsive and helpful. Recommend highly!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kathleen Mora · 2025-03-19**: Julius and his crew are awsome
You would never know that they were there
They leave the yard immaculate after taking our trees down
Highly recommend them.

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