# Shepherd Lawn Maintenance

**Trade:** Landscaping · **Phone:** (508) 864-8824 · **Website:** https://shepherdlawnma.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.2/5** (medium confidence) — from 32 reviews across 4 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 10 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Shepherd Lawn Maintenance is a Spencer landscaping company that says it has served the area since 2022 and is Eagle Scout owned and operated. Its stated work includes lawn care, landscaping, hardscaping, masonry, garden design, mowing, cleanup, and snow plowing across a broad Worcester County service area.

The recent Google reviews are unusually consistent about the work itself. Homeowners describe patio construction, lawn dethatching, garden and leaf cleanup, planting, mowing, edging, and work around trees and perennials; one reviewer said a crew arrived the next day after a broken mower left an overgrown lawn, and another described cleaning a full acre in three and a half hours. Communication, punctuality, and care around existing landscaping recur across the reviews.

The strongest specific caution is simply to confirm the exact scope for larger projects such as patios, retaining walls, or masonry. The written history runs from 2024 through August 2026 and is overwhelmingly positive, but the company is still relatively young by its own account, so a detailed written plan and schedule remain sensible.

Shepherd looks suited to recurring lawn maintenance and property cleanups as well as landscape construction. Confirm the materials, timing, and maintenance plan for the particular job before booking.

**Strengths:**
- Detailed lawn care — reviews cite dethatching, mowing, edging, and cleanup
- Fast response — one homeowner received next-day service after a mower failure
- Careful landscaping — reviewers mention work around trees, plants, and gardens
- Clear communication — multiple recent reviews praise prompt, courteous updates

**Concerns:**
- Project scope — confirm materials and schedule for larger construction jobs

## Claims & citations

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

- The company identifies itself in Spencer and says it has provided landscaping services since 2022. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://shepherdlawnma.com) — “Shepherd Lawn Maintenance LLC's site identifies the company in Spencer, Massachusetts, says it has provided landscaping services since 2022,…”
  - [Official Website](https://shepherdlawnma.com) — “Company history (self-reported): 2022”
- The website states that the business is Eagle Scout owned and operated. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://shepherdlawnma.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Eagle Scout owned and operated”
- The website lists service towns across the Worcester County area. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://shepherdlawnma.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Auburn, Barre, Boylston, Brimfield, Brookfield, Charlton, Cherry Valley, Dudley, East Brookfield, Fiskd…”
- The stated service mix includes lawn care, landscaping, hardscaping, masonry, and snow services. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://shepherdlawnma.com) — “Shepherd Lawn Maintenance LLC's site identifies the company in Spencer, Massachusetts, says it has provided landscaping services since 2022,…”
- Recent reviewers describe patio work, dethatching, cleanup, mowing, edging, planting, and work around trees. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xGTmFESjNlR2REYVZKdmQxbDVaMjFzTUZvd2JsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlFNaDJ3eGdDaVJvd1l5Z21sMFowblE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Review for Shepherd Lawn Maintenance

We recently had a patio installed by Shepherd Lawn Maintenance, and we couldn’t be happier with the…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT210VGFIWmZiekJLVmtkM2FHZGZVMlUzVjJzNFYxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmtTaHZfbzBKVkd3aGdfU2U3V2s4V1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have a lawn where the grass grows on rhizomes through underground horizontal stems. It is great for filing in bare spots but quickly ca…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VKcUU3b1NvLThDNmJBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEJqE7oSo-8C6bA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Ben and his team do exceptional work on our property. We have approximately 16,000 square feet of yard with inclines, trees, and perennia…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pCdlZqWlZWVWxRVGxscFZHYzRWRTA0YkVaU2EzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjBvVjZVVUlQTllpVGc4VE04bEZSa3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Thanks Ben and Jacob for a great job that you did on my yard this summer. It's the best it looked in awhile.  The lawn always look great,…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURJcXZtRGxnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDIqvmDlgE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Ben and his crew are absolutely amazing. They took care of my property while we were on vacation. Came back to a nicely mowed lawn with s…”
- A June 2025 review says the company responded right away and came the next day after a broken mower left an overgrown lawn. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VLYjc4TnpwakpUYVVBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEKb78NzpjJTaUA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We texted Ben after our lawnmower broke(which was horrible timing considering it was overgrown!) and he not only responded right away, bu…”
- A 2025 reviewer says the crew cleaned a full acre in three and a half hours. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURJcXZtRGxnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDIqvmDlgE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Ben and his crew are absolutely amazing. They took care of my property while we were on vacation. Came back to a nicely mowed lawn with s…”
- Reviews repeatedly mention quick communication, punctuality, and careful work. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xKVlRqbG1XRjlDVlVsMVpDMVhUMTlKTmxoTE5WRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlJVTjlmWF9CVUl1ZC1XT19JNlhLNVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Shepard Lawn  Company was very easy to deal with. Their communication was quick and courteous!”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25kbFV6aE5TR2cxTVhkNlUxRm1URTU0YVRrNFdHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOndlUzhNSGg1MXd6U1FmTE54aTk4WGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Ben and the crew arrived on the date promised and turned my front yard into a place to be proud of.  Beautiful choices of bushes and flow…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VKcUU3b1NvLThDNmJBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEJqE7oSo-8C6bA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Ben and his team do exceptional work on our property. We have approximately 16,000 square feet of yard with inclines, trees, and perennia…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQzcF9uQ0lnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID3p_nCIg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We were looking for a landscaper and discovered Ben on Facebook.  He cut our lawn every week for a reasonable rate.  He showed up when he…”
- The written Google history contains 32 reviews from 2024 through 2026 and is overwhelmingly positive. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Shepherd%20Lawn%20Maintenance&query_place_id=ChIJXaXbn50xhWsRyXWhW0pu-6Q) — “Google: 5★ from 39 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xGTmFESjNlR2REYVZKdmQxbDVaMjFzTUZvd2JsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlFNaDJ3eGdDaVJvd1l5Z21sMFowblE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Review for Shepherd Lawn Maintenance

We recently had a patio installed by Shepherd Lawn Maintenance, and we couldn’t be happier with the…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRM05YalJREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCQ3NXjRQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Does my lawn amazing, streets well taken care of, fall and spring times especially. Highly recommend  this company, get your bang for you…”
- Specializes in Landscaping _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://shepherdlawnma.com) — “Shepherd Lawn Maintenance LLC's site identifies the company in Spencer, Massachusetts, says it has provided landscaping services since 2022,…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xGTmFESjNlR2REYVZKdmQxbDVaMjFzTUZvd2JsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlFNaDJ3eGdDaVJvd1l5Z21sMFowblE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Review for Shepherd Lawn Maintenance

We recently had a patio installed by Shepherd Lawn Maintenance, and we couldn’t be happier with the…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT210VGFIWmZiekJLVmtkM2FHZGZVMlUzVjJzNFYxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmtTaHZfbzBKVkd3aGdfU2U3V2s4V1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have a lawn where the grass grows on rhizomes through underground horizontal stems. It is great for filing in bare spots but quickly ca…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VLYjc4TnpwakpUYVVBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEKb78NzpjJTaUA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We texted Ben after our lawnmower broke(which was horrible timing considering it was overgrown!) and he not only responded right away, bu…”
- Also offers Masonry _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://shepherdlawnma.com) — “Shepherd Lawn Maintenance LLC's site identifies the company in Spencer, Massachusetts, says it has provided landscaping services since 2022,…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xGTmFESjNlR2REYVZKdmQxbDVaMjFzTUZvd2JsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlFNaDJ3eGdDaVJvd1l5Z21sMFowblE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Review for Shepherd Lawn Maintenance

We recently had a patio installed by Shepherd Lawn Maintenance, and we couldn’t be happier with the…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pjdE9HbEthbFJxTmxCbGIwaGlWRFl6ZFdWU2FsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xa4fb6e4a5ba175c9!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjctOGlKalRqNlBlb0hiVDYzdWVSalE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Excellent and professional work.  Had large patio done last year solid as a rock never moves looks perfect matches house and landscaping”

## 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=Shepherd%20Lawn%20Maintenance&query_place_id=ChIJXaXbn50xhWsRyXWhW0pu-6Q): 5.0★ from 39 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Shepherd%20Lawn%20Maintenance&query_place_id=ChIJXaXbn50xhWsRyXWhW0pu-6Q): Listed on this source
- [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/shepherd-lawn-maintenance-spencer): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://shepherdlawnma.com): 4 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michelle Houghton · 2026-08-20**: Review for Shepherd Lawn Maintenance

We recently had a patio installed by Shepherd Lawn Maintenance, and we couldn’t be happier with the entire experience! From start to finish, they were professional, reliable, efficient, and great at problem-solving whenever something unexpected came up.

Joe, wh…
- **4/5 · Google Reviews · ernie B · 2026-08-03**: Great communication and very happy with project results
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rebecca St. George · 2026-06-22**: Shepard Lawn  Company was very easy to deal with. Their communication was quick and courteous!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Diana Smith · 2026-06-15**: Thank you Ben!!! You and your crew were able to get my yard in tiptop shape. Thank you, thank you I really appreciate your service.
Diana Smith
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Janet Wilson · 2026-06-10**: Ben and his crew do amazing work!  They are courteous and respectful leaving your property beautiful!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rick priest · 2026-06-04**: Excellent and professional work.  Had large patio done last year solid as a rock never moves looks perfect matches house and landscaping
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Susan Johnson · 2026-05-27**: Ben and the crew arrived on the date promised and turned my front yard into a place to be proud of.  Beautiful choices of bushes and flowers, and I’m sure the new lawn will turn out green and mow-worthy!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Deb Mattson · 2026-05-12**: Worked with Ben this winter!  He did an amazing job on the difficult government property.  He had great communication and great service!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ken Munroe · 2026-05-03**: I have a lawn where the grass grows on rhizomes through underground horizontal stems. It is great for filing in bare spots but quickly can develop thatch. I scheduled Shepherd Lawn Maintenance to dethatch the lawn, and the results were beyond expectations. Not only did they dethatch, they also clean…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rose-Marie Cabana · 2026-04-23**: This team of people do a great job!!

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