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Hillside Landscaping Co.

Updated 2026-09-28 · 9,084 reviewed · 1,242 listed · Scored from 13 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(13) 69 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Lawn Care & MaintenanceEco-Friendly / Organic Lawn CareLandscape Design & InstallationHardscaping & Masonry
Hillside Landscaping Co.
Location
Kensington, Berlin
Services
Lawn Care & Maintenance, Eco-Friendly / Organic Lawn Care, Landscape Design & Installation
Reviews
13
Ranking
#99 in Lawn Care & Maintenance
Best for
homeowners prioritizing organic lawn health and pet safety

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-09-28. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-09-28.

What do customers say?

Hillside's strength lies in organic lawn transformation over time and thoughtful landscape design work. Steve and crew handle everything from soil enrichment to hardscaping with clear communication and follow-up care, though a single old complaint about responsiveness sits against a track record of reliable service.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • strong organic lawn results after year one
  • personal attention during design and planning
  • skilled hardscape craftsmanship and Techo Bloc certification
  • pet-safe and environmentally conscious approach
reliable-schedulingresponsiveprofessional-crewknowledgeable-staffquality-craftsmanshipclean-tidy-workattention-to-detailresidential-properties
Best for: homeowners prioritizing organic lawn health and pet safety

What stands out?

  • CT NOFA certified organic lawn care with pet-safe results
  • Techo Bloc certified hardscape installation
  • Design consultation with photo imaging
  • Long-term lawn health focus over quick fixes

Worth knowing

  • Steve (Walowski) and John lead design and hardscape work
  • Photo imaging tool used for design visualization
  • 10% discount available for new organic lawn care customers
  • Willingness to consult on specialized projects like pollinator meadow restoration
  • On-site soil improvement part of organic program

What reviews say by service

Lawn Care & Maintenance
Customers report visible lawn thickness and weed reduction after two years of organic treatment, with continued improvement in first year
Eco-Friendly / Organic Lawn Care
Pets and grandchildren safe; reviewers cite avoidance of chemical pesticides and herbicides as primary benefit
Landscape Design & Installation
Steve's consultation addresses site-specific challenges like root constraints and drainage; planting schedules accommodate customer and seasonal needs
Hardscaping & Masonry
Techo Bloc paver work praised for site preparation and finishing quality; crew executes design details with care and meets timelines

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.52 average across the 819 lawn care & maintenance businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 76% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Scoring Method
Star rating 66
Review volume 50
Review recency 81
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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11
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hillside work on organic lawn care for homes with pets?
Yes. The organic program is pet-safe; reviewers specifically mention dogs and grandchildren using treated lawns without chemical exposure.
What areas do they serve?
They serve Central Connecticut including Berlin, Kensington, Farmington, Bristol, Southington, West Hartford, and Hartford.
Do they handle both lawn and hardscape work?
Yes. They offer organic lawn care, landscape design, patios, walkways, and retaining walls. Steve and John lead design and hardscape projects.
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Last updated 2026-09-28