Local business · Essex, MALocal business · 2 Rocky Hill Rd, Essex, MA 01929, USA
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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Farm Creek Landscaping. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
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$50 – $70
Typical landscaping service around $60
Farm Creek Landscaping works out of 2 Rocky Hill Rd in Essex, on the Massachusetts North Shore, and is run by owner James Ramsey. The Better Business Bureau records a 1994 business start and three employees; the company's Angi and HomeAdvisor listings state 47 years of experience. The work homeowners describe is more varied than the lawn-care listings suggest. In a July 2025 Google review, a customer who hired the company to repair a long stretch of fencing said Ramsey came up with an inventive solution that saved them money, finished the job in one day and came in under his original estimate, and planned to bring him back for a front walkway. A May 2025 review centers on his hardscape and stone work — patios, walkways, retaining walls and custom stone features — and the craftsmanship in it. That same month, a Nextdoor commenter in Ipswich answering a neighbor's request for yard-work help recommended Ramsey by name. The directory listings are plainer: lawn-care maintenance and mowing, yard-waste clean-up and lawn seeding, with free estimates and credit cards accepted. BBB has not accredited the business and leaves it Not Rated for want of sufficient information. The public record is short — two five-star Google ratings, both from 2025 — so this is a good call for a small North Shore lawn, fence or stonework job where you can talk to the owner directly. Ask for references on work like yours, get the scope and price in writing, and confirm which tenure figure applies.
“i recommend James Ramsey, Farm Creek Landscaping, Essex”
James Ramsey, owner of Farm Creek Landscaping, is a gem in his field. He was raised in the business and is so well versed in all aspects of landscaping. We used James for repair of a long stretch of fencing on our property. He came up with an inventive solution that saved us so much money and he had the work done in one day and under his original estimate. We are using him for our front walkway next. Very knowledgeable and reliable. Couldn't recommend him more highly.
James Ramsey is a standout professional in the landscaping field, known especially for his exceptional hardscape and stone work. His craftsmanship and attention to detail are immediately evident in every project he undertakes, from intricate patios and walkways to retaining walls and custom stone features. James approaches hardscaping with an artistic eye and a builder’s precision. His ability to work with natural stone and other materials results in outdoor spaces that are both structurally sound and visually striking. Whether blending seamlessly into the surrounding landscape or making a bold architectural statement, his stone work consistently elevates the overall design. What also sets James apart is his professionalism. He is known for clear communication, staying on schedule, and maintaining a clean and organized work site. His designs are thoughtful, his execution is reliable, and the finished product is built to last. For anyone looking to transform their outdoor space with expert-level hardscape design and high-quality stone work, James Ramsey comes highly recommended.
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