Rootstone Gardening and Home Improvement

$50/hour

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Herbicide application

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Responds within a day

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About

My focus is on the your experience in your garden. What do you want from your garden? I am a life long gardener and teach/coordinate Master Gardeners. I am also the director of the People’s Harvest garden in Pomfret CT, which is a volunteer garden which donates all produce grown to local kitchens that serve those in need. Whether you need a full garden installed, a garden mentor to give you guidance, or just need maintenance help, I would enjoy discussing your project. I also offer Handyman / Home improvement services. I have maintained rental properties and commercial properties for the past 19 years. I am available for the multitude of functions that come under the heading of handyman. Repairs to sheet-rock, deck repair, painting, cleaning etc etc. I would be happy to evaluate your projects.

Overview

Hired 37 times

Serves Storrs Mansfield, CT

Background checked

1 employee

8 years in business

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Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Venmo.

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Property type

Residential

Commercial

Herbicide application

Does not want herbicides

Preemergent herbicide

Projects and media

15 photos

Projects and media

15 photos

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Sheri D.

Feb 20, 2025

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My furniture came in a bunch of pieces and he did a great job assembling everything

Details: 1 item • Cabinets • Yes, I have assembly instructions or make and model information • No additional services needed

Furniture Assembly

Linda F.

Sep 23, 2024

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Details: Residential • Create a new garden on bare dirt • Maintain an existing garden • Extra small (less than 1,000 sq ft) • No, I need help buying plants • I don't need a sprinkler or drip system installed • No, this is a one-time project • No additional services needed

Gardening

Judith R.

Aug 2, 2025

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Having work done soon.

Details: Residential • Small (less than 1,000 sq ft) • 3-4 weeks ago • Pro's recommendation • Yes, I must be present • I'm flexible

Weeding

Emily J.

Jul 3, 2021

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John was kind and funny as a person, and a great professional. I had a few projects for him and I am very glad of his work. I would definitely hire him again.

Details: 2 - 5 hours (A few different projects) • Installation • Bathroom • Living room • Appliances • Wall hangings • Home

Handyman

Jennifer C.

Apr 23, 2021

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John was amazing to deal with. He never came to work without a smile and good conversation :). He was thorough, skilled and went above and beyond to get the project done the way we wanted. Our bathroom looks great!!! He also helped with some other to-dos around the house and was able to fix a squeaky door no one else could. Don’t think twice, hire John.

Details: 2 - 5 hours (A few different projects) • Painting • Maintenance • Assembly • Bathroom • Bedroom • Walls (inside) • Home

Handyman

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John Lorusso

FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Schedule a best time to view the project, then discuss next steps when I am there.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Life long gardener and certified Advanced Master Gardener from UCONN I have maintained rental properties and commercial properties for the past 10 years. I am available for the multitude of functions that come under the heading of handyman. Repairs to sheetrock, deck repair, painting, cleaning etc etc.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I have enjoyed gardening for 25+ years and decided to expand to customer’s gardens as my own.