# DeMelo Brothers

**Trade:** Landscaping · **Address:** 91 Flint St, Marstons Mills, MA 02648 · **Phone:** (508) 374-1404 · **Website:** https://www.demelobros.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.1/5** (medium confidence) — from 59 reviews across 5 sources.
97% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 6 reviews, 1 negative.

## The honest read

DeMelo Brothers is a family-run landscaping company based in Marstons Mills, serving Cape Cod with landscape design, lawn and garden care, irrigation, hardscaping, planting, patios, walkways, and related property work. The company says it has operated since 1976; customers also describe it as an old-school family business, and several reviews name Rob as the person guiding design, permits, and project communication.

The long customer history is mostly specific and positive. Reviews describe grading and irrigation that produced a successful new lawn, retaining-wall rebuilding, patios, brick walkways, gardens, tree planting, mowing, fertilization, pruning, mulching, spring and fall cleanups, and firewood delivery. Customers repeatedly mention prompt responses, clear plans, on-time completion, careful cleanup, professional crews, and willingness to explain choices. One customer said the company transformed an unkempt property into an attractive, functional landscape; another described a year-long Osterville project with new lawns, gardens, trees, walkways, and irrigation. The review history runs from 2022 through 2026 and includes 59 Google reviews, with one detailed recent complaint.

Before booking, ask how current workload will affect scheduling and who will own follow-up if something needs correction. One recent customer reported a serious lapse in communication, an overgrown walkway, repeated delays, and a missed mowing appointment after four summers as a customer. Another review praised the work but said cleanup occurred later than preferred because the company was very busy. BBB lists the business as not accredited and not rated; that is directory context, not a finding about workmanship.

DeMelo Brothers looks suited to homeowners seeking an established Cape Cod landscaping partner for both recurring maintenance and larger design or installation projects. Confirm the scope, schedule, follow-up contact, and current licensing or insurance documentation before work begins.

**Strengths:**
- Project communication — reviewers cite prompt updates and clear plans
- Landscape transformations — detailed reviews describe major yard improvements
- Careful maintenance — customers praise mowing, pruning, weeding, and mulching
- Broad outdoor work — reviews cover lawns, irrigation, patios, walls, and planting

**Concerns:**
- Current workload — one reviewer reported delayed cleanup
- Follow-up reliability — a recent review describes missed work and repeated delays
- Licensing confirmation — verify current documentation before booking

**Where sources disagree:**
- The company website and reviews describe operation since 1976, while BBB lists business started in 1984 and 42 years in business.

## Claims & citations

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

- The company identifies as a family-owned landscaping business operating since 1976. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21ST1REWjRVek5vZVdOSWVVeHpYM2c1VVd0bVNHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmROTDZ4UzNoeWNIeUxzX3g5UWtmSGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ DeMelo Bros is an old school family business that takes pride in their work and the way the employees are treated AS family. Rob and Lisa…”
- Customers praise prompt communication, professional crews, and dependable scheduling. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21ST1REWjRVek5vZVdOSWVVeHpYM2c1VVd0bVNHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmROTDZ4UzNoeWNIeUxzX3g5UWtmSGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ DeMelo Bros is an old school family business that takes pride in their work and the way the employees are treated AS family. Rob and Lisa…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VPYUl2NmJ2X3J5NllBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEOaIv6bv_ry6YA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ The workers showed up on time, did an excellent job and cleaned up after the work was completed. They also were available to answer any q…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNCaU8tUlRBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICBiO-RTA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Rob was one of easiest people for our condo community to work with, he answered all questions, was timely with his responses and delivere…”
- Reviews describe successful irrigation, lawn, planting, retaining-wall, patio, walkway, and garden projects. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNIcmYycEdBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICHrf2pGA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience with Rob and his team throughout the process of designing and rebuilding a block-to-stone retaining wall and su…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURqNXRIYlF3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDj5tHbQw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Rob and his crew have transformed our property in Osterville over the past year.  We have spectacular Nantucket red brick walkways, beaut…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKN01uSXVRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICJ7MnIuQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have done several projects with DeMelo Brothers and they have both been completed as planned, executed, and on schedule. They do very h…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKaE1LUGRnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICJhMKPdg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ DeMelo Brothers did a beautiful job on our patio, they were considerate, thoughtful and communicative. We can't recommend them enough! We…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPZ3FPaEtnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDOgqOhKg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We met with Rob in early March. We had some ideas but really were not sure what would go with the type of conditions.  We have a yard tha…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPZ3FMc19RRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDOgqLs_QE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Rob and the team here have helped my wife and I transform our property from an unkept, non-functional property into a beautiful, eye appe…”
- Customers report careful maintenance work including mowing, pruning, weeding, mulching, and seasonal cleanups. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xaS1NuZExaemd6VTNReFowdFFXREZDWmtSdFdFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlZKSndLZzgzU3QxZ0tQWDFCZkRtWEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Today December 4 the guys did the winter cleanup.  They pruned the sea grass hydrangeas and other little bushes.  The spruced up the mulc…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pVMldtdHlNM3BFTVdwRk1HODVRamxGVnpGWWRIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjU2WmtyM3pEMWpFMG85QjlFVzFYdHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ A n excellent landscaping company that does a first rate job    The grass is mowed the landscape edging is done to a tee.  The yard looks…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2paaVNtRnpiV1ZyUTNacU1raG9XVXRuZHpnd1MxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjZiSmFzbWVrQ3ZqMkhoWUtndzgwS1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My yard always is always impeccable when they come. Professional- kind - and reasonable!
It’s nice to come home to a beautiful yard after…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR4aU9udUVnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDxiOnuEg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Professional. reliable, responsive, Answers phone and emails promply. Keeps scheduled appointments and shows up on time or early. Great c…”
- One recent customer reported communication failures, an overgrown walkway, delays, and a missed mowing appointment. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xwc1lWcE9hR0Y1YUV4d2MyNUNaRmhzTlVJMFQzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlpsYVpOaGF5aExwc25CZFhsNUI0T3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ I’ve been a customer for four summers, but this year’s experience has been incredibly disappointing. Communication completely fell apart,…”
- A reviewer said cleanup occurred later than preferred because the company was very busy. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR4aU9udUVnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDxiOnuEg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Professional. reliable, responsive, Answers phone and emails promply. Keeps scheduled appointments and shows up on time or early. Great c…”
- BBB lists the business as a non-accredited landscape contractor with no BBB rating. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/marstons-mls/profile/landscape-contractors/demelo-brothers-landscaping-0021-132735) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Landscape Contractors”
- The review record is strongly positive overall but includes a detailed recent service complaint. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xwc1lWcE9hR0Y1YUV4d2MyNUNaRmhzTlVJMFQzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlpsYVpOaGF5aExwc25CZFhsNUI0T3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ I’ve been a customer for four summers, but this year’s experience has been incredibly disappointing. Communication completely fell apart,…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VPYUl2NmJ2X3J5NllBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEOaIv6bv_ry6YA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ The workers showed up on time, did an excellent job and cleaned up after the work was completed. They also were available to answer any q…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPZ3FMc19RRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDOgqLs_QE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Rob and the team here have helped my wife and I transform our property from an unkept, non-functional property into a beautiful, eye appe…”
- Specializes in Landscaping _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/marstons-mls/profile/landscape-contractors/demelo-brothers-landscaping-0021-132735) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Landscape Contractors”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURqNXRIYlF3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDj5tHbQw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Rob and his crew have transformed our property in Osterville over the past year.  We have spectacular Nantucket red brick walkways, beaut…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPZ3FPaEtnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDOgqOhKg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We met with Rob in early March. We had some ideas but really were not sure what would go with the type of conditions.  We have a yard tha…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPZ3FMc19RRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDOgqLs_QE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Rob and the team here have helped my wife and I transform our property from an unkept, non-functional property into a beautiful, eye appe…”
- Also offers Tree Services _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25wU2QzaGlhMjVCUjJVMmNEQXpPREZTY0ZVMlNtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnpSd3hia25BR2U2cDAzODFScFU2Smc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great guys. Competitive pricing. They’re prompt & do what they say they’re going to do. I’d recommend them to anyone for any reason. We h…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pKTk5VTkZVMnB4TkhaTVZqZHpYMHRVTUZwR2MxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjJNNUNFU2pxNHZMVjdzX0tUMFpGc1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ Our experience with DeMelo has been great. Rob is very knowledgeable about tree care, design and maintenance of existing landscape and lo…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURqNXRIYlF3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDj5tHbQw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Rob and his crew have transformed our property in Osterville over the past year.  We have spectacular Nantucket red brick walkways, beaut…”
- Also offers Demolition & Excavation _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25wU2QzaGlhMjVCUjJVMmNEQXpPREZTY0ZVMlNtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6345131082ae47a!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnpSd3hia25BR2U2cDAzODFScFU2Smc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great guys. Competitive pricing. They’re prompt & do what they say they’re going to do. I’d recommend them to anyone for any reason. We h…”

## Ownership

- Identifies as family-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified.

## License

No license record has been checked yet for this contractor.

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=DeMelo%20Brothers&query_place_id=ChIJL_G1kf0y-4kReuQqCDFRNAY): 4.9★ from 99 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=DeMelo%20Brothers&query_place_id=ChIJL_G1kf0y-4kReuQqCDFRNAY): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/marstons-mls/profile/landscape-contractors/demelo-brothers-landscaping-0021-132735): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://www.demelobros.com): 50 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/demelo-brothers-inc-pfvwus-pf~1635996763): Listed on this source

## Recent reviews

- **1/5 · Google Reviews · Chris Whitten · 2026-08-05**: I’ve been a customer for four summers, but this year’s experience has been incredibly disappointing. Communication completely fell apart, and working directly with Nick was frustrating from start to finish.

The crew’s lack of attention to detail left my walkway overgrown with weeds to the point tha…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Robin Scott · 2026-07-09**: This company has helped with so much more than my landscaping! They are very resourceful and helpful
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · James Leonard · 2026-06-09**: Aeration, top dress, seed, main pkg.
My lawn is a carpet and getting better each day
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · sherri dennis · 2026-06-04**: Great guys. Competitive pricing. They’re prompt & do what they say they’re going to do. I’d recommend them to anyone for any reason. We have them treat our trees, mosquito & tick organic spray, organic fertilize, build a cobblestone pathway, kill poison ivy k weeds, dig a hole for my son’s deck.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Douglas Bashaw · 2026-05-23**: They are timely and professional.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Wendy Bennett · 2026-04-28**: Great spring clean up and first mowing. Crew is always polite and thorough.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Anthony Lacina · 2026-01-14**: DeMelo Bros is an old school family business that takes pride in their work and the way the employees are treated AS family. Rob and Lisa ensure the company has the old school feel and do things efficiently in today's world. Fast, competitive quotes and quality second to none. Thanks again Rob, Lisa…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Juliett · 2025-12-05**: Great job landscaping
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Stephen · 2025-12-04**: Today December 4 the guys did the winter cleanup.  They pruned the sea grass hydrangeas and other little bushes.  The spruced up the mulch.  They did the grass and did all the beds surrounding the grass.  Picked up all leaves and went over the front shells.   Our property looks fabulous.  They are a…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Seth St Romaine · 2025-11-13**: always respond and deliver on time..

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