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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Pinwheel Property Maintenance. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
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$50 – $70
Typical landscaping service around $60
Pinwheel advertises free quotes for all its services and personal gardening, including seasonal leaf cleanup. Its website describes residential and commercial landscaping and property maintenance across Worcester County and named Massachusetts communities. Customers have hired the company for lawn work, drainage, retaining walls and snow services; their written reviews span 2022–2025. In May 2024, a Google customer described leaf cleanup and hauling, then accepted an offer of lawn mowing for an additional charge they considered fair. Another customer that month praised Mike and his team for fast, clean work on a new retaining wall. An April 2024 reviewer said Michael had tended their lawn for two years, returned to trim it when asked and also provided shoveling services. On Thumbtack in November 2024, a homeowner preparing for a house showing said Pinwheel came out the next day to work on the yard. A May 2024 Google review described downspout rerouting around underground electrical, internet and sprinkler lines, plus installation of a small French drain. The customer praised the crew's careful work but also reported that some sprinkler lines were accidentally cut and promptly repaired. They said there had not yet been enough rain to fully test the drainage and slope modifications. That account describes drainage work and repair of damage during the job. Two other customers described problems that affected their plans. In August 2025, a prospective customer on Google said a labor-only landscaping estimate included 6.25% Massachusetts sales tax. They disputed the charge and said Mike subsequently declined the project, citing his lead worker Dan's illness. The tax objection is the customer's allegation. In June 2024, a Thumbtack customer said the crew removed flowers identified as plants to keep, repeatedly cut sea grass despite messages and photos, and left requested weeding undone. After a corrective text, the customer said the crew quit, citing staffing issues. Google lists a 4.7-star average from 12 ratings; Thumbtack lists 4.8 from 11 ratings. BBB gives Pinwheel an A+ grade and says it is not accredited, while Thumbtack claims BBB accreditation. Thumbtack also lists Top Pro status for 2024 and a background check completed in March 2024.
I had Mike and Dan come out to my home for a landscaping project estimate. They made a good presentation and looked at the drawings that I had done. I asked if Mike would prefer that I have the materials delivered at my home prior. He said yes that works. I asked if he could give me an estimate for just the labor only, He said he would email me the estimate for the labor. When he sent me the estimate, he showed labor cost plus a Ma sales tax of 6.25% . I emailed Mike back and said that the Mass Department of Revenue does not allow Tav on Labor! I waited for about three days and he got back to me and said, quote,” I have some things to work out before I can confirm your job. A few days later he got back to me and said that his lead man Dan was ill and couldn’t go forward on my project! I’m very disturbed over the fact that he was trying to charge Sales tax on labor and he decided not to go ahead with my work even though I said, I will hire Pinwheel for your labor cost without any labor sales tax. I am concerned about the fact that Pinwheel has charged people for sales tax on their labor which is illegal unless they pay it to the DOR To make a long story short, if possible, THERE ARE TOO MANY CONTRACTS TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THEIR CUSTOMERS AND Unfortunately these customers don’t even pick up on this illegal tax! I would NEVER RECOMMEND PINWHEEL PROPERTIES TO ANYONE!!
We have collaborated on several projects, and Pinwheel has consistently demonstrated a high level of responsiveness, professionalism, and dedication on-site. Their team is approachable and courteous, making communication seamless. Whenever I reach out, Pinwheel is always available to assist. Thank you Pinwheel!
We needed the yard done very quickly for a showing of our house. Pinwheel was very responsive and was out there the next day!
Pinwheel was very communicative and arrived each time they said they would. However, they needed a lot of direction and reminders about things. We walked the property with them before mulching the yard showing them weeds vs flowers. They pulled the flowers we said were not weeds. They kept cutting our sea grass every week despite multiple texts/photos with conversation to leave it alone. We showed them exactly where to weed each week and they left it undone. After a stern text message about what we were wanting vs what they are producing - they quit via a professional text message noting staffing issues.
They did great job on my lawn. They really understand your needs and quote fair price. Also very friendly to talk to and very flexible. They are willing to work with you on making a deal. Team is Genuinely interested in doing business and take care of customers project needs.
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