Rootstone Gardening and Home Improvement

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Introduction: 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 33 times

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1 employee

7 years in business

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

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

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Gwendolyn S.

Jul 14, 2020

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I had never hired anyone to do any work. As a relatively new homeowner, I haven't had a lot of opportunities to work on my yard. I had a lot of questions which John answered courteously, promptly and professionally. We arranged an in person meeting to discuss the different options available. I gave him the wishlist, which included expanding the size of our existing garden, rototilling and adding soil amendments, planting the now 30x40 ft garden (24 tomato plants, 12 pepper plants, 4 zucchini and 4 butternut squash) removing an old herb garden, installing a new one (11 different herbs), trimming an overgrown grape arbor and installing an irrigation system. He completed all of this work, his invoice matched his quote and he was generous with his wisdom. He promptly returned phone calls or emails. He understood both our intention for the yard longterm and our not impressive budget. He worked with us so that we could achieve most of our goals and afford it. His work was superb. I plan on hiring him again.

Details: Residential • Replace an existing garden • Extra small (less than 1,000 sq ft) • Yes, I will provide plants • No, this is a one-time project

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Pat G.

Jun 17, 2020

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John is extremely knowledgeable about gardening and plants. He listened well and was very responsive to my preferences. He spent a lot of time and went out of his way to make sure the garden was just right. He will return for more work soon and will come in the fall for fall planting. I highly recommend John. Pat G.

Details: Residential • Maintain an existing garden • Extra small (less than 1,000 sq ft) • Yes, I will provide plants • As needed • Trimming and edging • Weeding • Weed prevention • Fertilizer application • Mulching

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DEBORAH M.

Oct 18, 2019

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John has been great to work with. He was prompt in meeting us, and has been responsive in our communications. He has followed through with everything he said he would, and seems to know what he is talking about. Since we are not living at the property and can not check on his work, it was especially nice that he included pictures of what he had done before we paid him. We recommend Rootstone Gardening.

Details: Once a month • Residential • Very large (10,000-15,000 sq ft) • Weeding and prevention • Mowing, trimming, and edging • Leaf clean-up • Standard grass (under 6 inches) • No, I don't need to be there

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Elizabeth G.

Jun 20, 2022

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John is excellent to work with. He helped me with some gardening projects and I would definitely use him again.

Details: Residential • Maintain an existing garden • No, I need help buying plants • Every other week • Weeding

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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

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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.