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About
PTL Landscaping & Maintenance, Inc. has proudly served the Chicagoland area since 2002.
We take great pride in the quality and attention to detail in every project we complete. Our uniformed crews are trained professionals who arrive ready to work—leaving your property clean, polished, and looking its best. We emphasize teamwork and strive to be more than just a “mow-and-go” company by offering a full range of horticultural services.
At PTL, we enjoy bringing landscapes to life. From the transformation of a project to the smiles and excitement of our customers, our work is a true source of pride. Building lasting relationships is at the core of what we do, and we are committed to maintaining your property as if it were our own—keeping it green, healthy, and thriving year-round.
Overview
Hired 119 times
Background checked
8 employees
24 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, and Zelle.
Services offered
Project type
Replacement
Installation
Decorative elements
Trees
Wreaths
Ground lighting
Props (Deer, Sleighs, Elves, etc.)
Property type
Residential
Commercial
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Very good 4.5
99 reviews
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Greg T.
Nov 28, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Paul and his team did an amazing job installing our Christmas lights. We couldn’t be happier with the finished product. You can tell the team takes quality seriously. I would definitely recommend PTL if you’re thinking of having someone install your holidaylights!
Details: Installation and removal • Roof • Front yard • Yes, I will need the professional to provide lights • 3,000 - 4,000 sq ft • Residential
Holiday Lighting Installation and Removal
Peggy C.
May 7, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Very positive , answered my questions and will handle my lighting needs. Love working with local people. Thanks for the referral.
Details: Installation and removal • Front yard • Roof • Exterior of property - ground level • Exterior of property - second floor • Bushes • No, I will provide the lights myself • 2,000 - 3,000 sq ft • Wreaths • Residential
Holiday Lighting Installation and Removal
Donna K.
Feb 9, 2026
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From Google
Very happy with everything PTL offers!! Paul and his Team work hard, and deliver quality! We love working with this company because you can tell that they are Family forward, and care about their work. My husband and I love that we can use PTL year-round for our landscaping needs, and winter maintenance. Our kids love watching Paul and his team put up our Christmas lights every year which has become a Family tradition. Worth every penny!!! Thanks Paul!
Michael R.
May 3, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Paul has come to my house twice in 3 years (wouldn’t have had them out again if I realized it was the same company), and never got quotes sent. He’ll come out and walk your property and tell you the Latin name of every plant you own and then never follow through.
This time he promised he would come out and cancelled morning of, then again promised he would arrive at a certain time and was late, then told me we’d have quotes in 24 hours, and we didn’t. Then told me quotes by Monday and nothing. Promised me two more times he would send the quote and again. He tries to apologize and blame it on being a family business, but I’ve given him now 6 chances and still nothing. Don’t waste your time, because he loves to waste yours.
Details: Less than 1 • Landscaping • Steeply sloped • Slightly sloped • No obstructions • Yes, I will need the professional to haul any excess soil or debris • Residential
Land Leveling and Grading
Dee B.
Nov 6, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Highly recommend PTL very professional and quality work!
Details: Residential • Small (less than 1,000 sq ft) • Installed onto bare soil • Clear old grass or weeds • I need the pro to provide the sod
Sod Installation
Credentials
Background Check
Paul Leakakos
FAQs
What types of customers have you worked with?
When PTL was founded, we started as a design & Construction/ Installation of landscapes. We started adding services such as maintenance & snow plowing to help our customers, Once the landscape install was completed. Today We run 2 full maintenance crews and a Full time Construction crew- completing tasks such as- Design/install, Hardscape construction, Landscape enhancement/Renovation Seasonal color,tree,shrubs sod etc. The christmas Lights/Decor came from our owners love of christmas. As a kid he would hang lights on his parents home, which in turn neighbors,friends and family starting asking for help. Today we hang and store Lights for about 50 homes.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Hire a professional firm,who are trained and skilled in what they do. Make sure they have some online or social media present. Ask for proof of insurance. Look at their reviews, ask if the can provide references. If they provide a very low bid, be sure you are comparing apples to apples. Never be afraid to ask questions, a professional will always be able to provide insite and answers.
What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?
Now a days, everyone seems to be a lawn service. I believe in the old school thinking that if you hire a true landscape firm, Your hiring a gardner. That knows his trade and what it takes to make your lawn and landscape like pristine. Before you hire your gardner do some research-not all online reviews are correct. Is he insured?
