# Fine Landscaping

**Trade:** Landscaping · **Phone:** (978) 475-1193 · **Website:** http://www.jandrfinelandscapingllc.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 3.4/5** (medium confidence) — from 10 reviews across 5 sources.
70% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 2 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Fine Landscaping serves the Mansfield area with landscape maintenance and construction, tree work, excavation, and snow services. Houzz says the company has been in business for over 20 years, employs 20–25 people seasonally, and serves communities from Cape Cod to Boston.

Recent Google customers describe prompt, clean, responsive work, including a pool patio and projects with last-minute requests. Older coverage also describes larger landscape-design projects, while the company’s own profile lists four projects and service across Mansfield, Canton, Sharon, Foxboro, Stoughton, and Walpole.

The written customer history is mixed. A July 2025 review rated a project two stars, citing bald lawn spots, an unsatisfactory retaining wall, and a backyard plan that did not match expectations. A June 2024 review described substandard work and a patio repair that took nearly three months to begin.

Fine Landscaping may suit routine maintenance or larger landscape construction, but get the design, plant and hardscape specifications, repair obligations, and completion dates in writing. Ask for recent references for the exact scope and verify the applicable insurance and warranty terms before work begins.

**Strengths:**
- Recent responsiveness — customers cite prompt, clean, communicative work
- Service range — maintenance, construction, trees, excavation, and snow services
- Local reach — serves Mansfield, Canton, Sharon, Foxboro, Stoughton, and Walpole

**Concerns:**
- Project quality — one 2025 review reports lawn and retaining-wall problems
- Repair delays — one 2024 review cites nearly three months waiting
- Scope alignment — one customer says the backyard plan missed expectations

**Where sources disagree:**
- The business name and footprint overlap with a separate Fine Landscapes firm covered in Washington, D.C.-area editorial mentions; those mentions should not be treated as this Massachusetts company’s history.

## Claims & citations

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

- Google shows 3.9 stars from 10 ratings, including recent praise for responsiveness, promptness, communication, and cleanliness. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=J%20and%20R%20Fine%20Landscaping&query_place_id=ChIJ6W3r6Wwc6EMRIrsKKDCDa88) — “Google: 3.9★ from 10 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25ZNFEybEhOWFE0UW1SblJXdHNhelpzZWt4NmJWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xcf6b8330280abb22!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnY4Q2lHNXQ4QmRnRWtsazZsekx6bVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jim and his team have been very responsive to our projects including last minute projects request. They are prompt, courteous, profession…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tkYU5FSTFSVEpRYkZSRmJsTTVha3RYTXpoZmVHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xcf6b8330280abb22!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkdaNEI1RTJQbFRFblM5aktXMzhfeGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Did an amazing job on our pool patio. Very good communication and follow up.”
- Houzz states the company has operated for over 20 years and employs 20–25 people seasonally. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/fine-landscaping-pfvwus-pf~1578252316) — “Houzz profiles Fine Landscaping & Maintenance Corp. in Mansfield, Massachusetts, stating over 20 years in business and offering landscape ma…”
- Houzz lists complete landscape maintenance and construction, tree services, excavation services, and snow removal or sanding. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/fine-landscaping-pfvwus-pf~1578252316) — “Services offered (Houzz): complete landscape maintenance and construction, tree services, excavation services, snow removal/sanding services”
- BBB gives Fine Landscaping an A+ grade and lists 29 years in business. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/sharon/profile/landscape-contractors/fine-landscaping-0021-26084) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A+”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/sharon/profile/landscape-contractors/fine-landscaping-0021-26084) — “BBB profiles Fine Landscaping in Sharon, Massachusetts as a non-accredited landscape contractor with an A+ grade and 29 years in business.”
- A July 2025 Google review reports bald lawn spots, an unsatisfactory retaining wall, and a backyard plan that missed expectations. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pSVVVFWmlTR1pGUVdoQ1pVWk9XbDk1WlZnMlkwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xcf6b8330280abb22!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjRUUEZiSGZFQWhCZUZOWl95ZVg2Y0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “2★ The resultant project of J&r final Landscaping on a scale of one to five. I given a two through bald spots in the front lawn. He sloughed…”
- A June 2024 Google review reports substandard work and nearly three months before a patio repair began. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR6aHYzZW5nRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xcf6b8330280abb22!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDzhv3engE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ I would not recommend this company to my worst enemy.  Jim Goddard was rude the first time we met, which is normal for miserable landscap…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURaaFpTMGJREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xcf6b8330280abb22!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDZhZS0bQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ Zero stars were not an option so I had to put 1. Do not hire. We hired to install a patio and a few other things. Patio was done incorrec…”
- Home and Design coverage describes award-winning landscape projects in the Washington, D.C. area under the Fine Landscapes name. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [homeanddesign.com](https://www.homeanddesign.com/2026/03/03/fine-landscapes-3/) — “homeanddesign.com — Four award-winning projects display excellence in design”
  - [homeanddesign.com](https://www.homeanddesign.com/2025/09/02/perfect-harmony-4/) — “homeanddesign.com — Fine Landscapes developed a 10,000-square-foot entertainment venue for weddings and gatherings in a glass-roofed, stone …”
- Specializes in Landscaping _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/sharon/profile/landscape-contractors/fine-landscaping-0021-26084) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Landscape Contractors”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/fine-landscaping-pfvwus-pf~1578252316) — “Services offered (Houzz): complete landscape maintenance and construction, tree services, excavation services, snow removal/sanding services”
- Also offers Tree Services _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/fine-landscaping-pfvwus-pf~1578252316) — “Services offered (Houzz): complete landscape maintenance and construction, tree services, excavation services, snow removal/sanding services”
- Also offers Demolition & Excavation _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/fine-landscaping-pfvwus-pf~1578252316) — “Services offered (Houzz): complete landscape maintenance and construction, tree services, excavation services, snow removal/sanding services”

## 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

- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/fine-landscaping-pfvwus-pf~1578252316): Listed on this source
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Fine%20Landscaping&query_place_id=ChIJ6W3r6Wwc6EMRIrsKKDCDa88): 3.9★ from 10 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Fine%20Landscaping&query_place_id=ChIJ6W3r6Wwc6EMRIrsKKDCDa88): Listed on this source
- [Exa](https://www.homeanddesign.com/2026/03/03/fine-landscapes-3/): 10 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/sharon/profile/landscape-contractors/fine-landscaping-0021-26084): Listed on this source

## Mentions

Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding.

- “Four award-winning projects display excellence in design” — homeanddesign.com (2026-03-03) — https://www.homeanddesign.com/2026/03/03/fine-landscapes-3/
- “Fine Landscapes developed a 10,000-square-foot entertainment venue for weddings and gatherings in a glass-roofed, stone conservatory-style building.” — homeanddesign.com (2025-09-02) — https://www.homeanddesign.com/2025/09/02/perfect-harmony-4/
- “Founded by award-winning landscape designer Charles Owen in 1978, Fine Landscapes’ staff of 65 completes as many as 110 design, installation and maintenance projects a year.” — homeanddesign.com (2025-03-19) — https://www.homeanddesign.com/2025/03/19/fine-landscapes-2/
- “Fine Landscapes—McLean Residence, Pool and Indoor/Outdoor Living, Total Residential Contracting (Design/Build)” — homeanddesign.com (2025-03-01) — https://www.homeanddesign.com/2025/03/01/best-in-show-15/
- “Founded in 2022 as a parent company to help five established landscape companies thrive” — landscapemanagement.net (2024-10-14) — https://www.landscapemanagement.net/strategic-partnerships-drive-fairwood-brands-forward/
- “Fine Landscapes Limited—a luxury, award-winning landscape design company that has served the greater Washington, D.C. area for more than 40 years—has joined Fairwood Brands.” — fairwoodbrands.com (2023-08-03) — https://www.fairwoodbrands.com/news/award-winning-washington-dc-landscape-company-joins-fairwood-brands
- “Fine Landscapes made the most of a small lot with a landscape plan that encompassed a spacious screened pavilion, plunge pool and patio.” — homeanddesign.com (2021-09-07) — https://www.homeanddesign.com/2021/09/07/stylish-setting/
- “Great Falls clients hired Charles Owen of Fine Landscapes Ltd. to create a “transition” garden connecting an excavated portion of their English basement to the pool and spa level above.” — homeanddesign.com (2018-08-10) — https://www.homeanddesign.com/2018/08/10/go-with-the-flow/
- “Entrusted by long-time clients to design the grounds surrounding their new custom home in McLean, Charles Owen faced a dilemma in the backyard.” — homeanddesign.com (2017-04-18) — https://www.homeanddesign.com/2017/04/18/lush-landscapes-provence-style/
- “Founded in 1978, Fine Landscapes was built on a vision of creating exceptional outdoor environments rooted in classical architecture, thoughtful horticulture, and enduring craftsmanship.” — architecturaldigest.com — https://www.architecturaldigest.com/adpro/directory/profile/fine-landscapes

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Auvifer Ruelos · 2026-06-08**: Jim and his team have been very responsive to our projects including last minute projects request. They are prompt, courteous, professional and do excellent work. I appreciate their thoroughness and cleanliness.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lance Arlander · 2026-05-01**: Did an amazing job on our pool patio. Very good communication and follow up.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Nancy · 2025-08-28**: I can’t say enough good things about my experience with J and R Fine Landscaping. From start to finish, they were professional, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with, even when I made a lot of adjustments along the way!

Their team tackled everything with care and precision while reasonably p…
- **2/5 · Google Reviews · Jay · 2025-07-16**: The resultant project of J&r final Landscaping on a scale of one to five. I given a two through bald spots in the front lawn. He sloughed off what we wanted to do in the backyard. The retaining wall that he put in is not satisfactory. It could have gone from tree on the right facing the house to rho…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Abhishek Pandey · 2025-05-01**: Jim and his team were highly responsive and consistently honored their commitments. Their professionalism and dedication to quality were evident throughout the project. I truly appreciate their attention to detail and would highly recommend their work!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Marie Roberson · 2025-04-29**: I had a great experience with J And R. They are very clean and always on time. I highly recommend these guys!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mia Skorput · 2025-02-28**: Jim is great! Highly recommend.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mark- MWL · 2024-12-13**: I have used J & R Fine Landscaping for years, from fall clean-ups to installing a patio and could not be happier with how everything turned out. Initially our house had a tiny back porch ... we wanted a more useful patio space. I got several quotes from local landscape companies and Jim's (Goddard, …
- **1/5 · Google Reviews · Tom Robbins · 2024-06-09**: I would not recommend this company to my worst enemy.  Jim Goddard was rude the first time we met, which is normal for miserable landscaping company owners, but his crew looked and acted like they were just freed from prison, their work was substandard, they did not follow instructions and Jim has r…
- **1/5 · Google Reviews · Danielle Kuhn · 2023-10-04**: Zero stars were not an option so I had to put 1. Do not hire. We hired to install a patio and a few other things. Patio was done incorrectly. When we approached them to fix it took almost 3 months before they actually came out to fix and we are still not satisfied. Save yourself the trouble and look…

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