TESTIMONIALS
TRUSTED BY MANY:
OUR CLIENTS' REVIEWS
AND EXPERIENCES
At Big Town, we show great pride in the work we do. The reviews we receive from our satisfied clients reassures us that we're doing something right! Take a moment to review some of the testimonials and recommendations we have received from our valued clients over the years.
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Thanks for The Wonderful Transformation!
“We approached Big Town for a complete tear down and rebuild of our backyard to make it more functional for our young family. From start to finish I was very impressed with Dominic's dedication and attention to detail for our project. This being the first major project as new homeowners, we were nervous and a bit overwhelmed to get things started; however, Dominic was incredibly patient and supportive as we embarked on this journey. We spent many hours over the phone and in person reviewing the plan and discussing options prior to starting.Big Town started this work in September, removing all of the overgrowth in the yard, levelling the ground for the new patio, pouring concrete and installing posts for the pergola and privacy screens, and finally finishing with fresh and clean plants for to complete the look. The project was completed in November. The team was very accomodating along the way, adding several changes in flight, including addition of a sprinkler system, natural gas line for BBQ and firepit, and also electrical throughout.Overall, I was always impressed with the teams friendliness, professionalism, attention to detail, and engagement in making sure we were satisfied with the look and finish of the yard. Santo was very approachable and kept me apprised of progress or possible barriers so I was aware of any changes to timeline. The patio work was incredibly solid - I'm amazed at the amount of gravel that was placed as the base to ensure nothing would shift after the work was completed. The team worked quickly but carefully to ensure a high quality product at the end.Thank you again to the Big Town team for the wonderful transformation of our backyard! It is like we have added another several hundred square feet of living space to our property and we are able to entertain large groups without issue. We look forward to making many new memories in our beautiful yard for years to come!”​
- Lee G.
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Project Date: November 2022
A Big Thank You
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“I want to send a big thank you to Domenic, Wayne, Santo and the rest of the Big Town team. You all have taken my yard and porch from being something I was ashamed to look at to a beautiful, relaxing haven to be proud of. You all listened to my wishes and concerns to give me exactly what I was looking for. You worked efficiently, kept me informed all along the way and did work that I hope you're proud of. I recommend Big Town Landscaping & Contracting Ltd. to anyone that is looking to bring new life to their home.”
- HU-209413649
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​-Project Date: October 2022
Went The Extra Mile
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“Communication was a very big thing with us and Domenic kept us appraised all the way through. He went the extra mile by having his crew wheelbarrow all of the soil and cedar mulch to the backyard. We had just recently had our driveway, side walkway, and back patio newly finished. We needed a new fence and he recommended a great company to do it. They tore down the old fence and had the new one up in less than 3 days. They were very professional. Domenic and his gardener met with us to talk about the type of plants that would work in our backyard. They considered our colour and plant preference and combined it with plants that would bloom at different times of the year so that the garden would look good all summer long. The plants are also guaranteed for 3 years. When the landscaping was finished we asked him about a sprinkler system, and he sent someone around to give us an estimate. We won’t be putting the sprinkler system in until the spring but he quoted us a good price.We would highly recommend Big Town Contracting Ltd. to anyone that is looking for a great landscaping company, and would use them again ourselves if necessary. ”
- Brenda W.
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Project Date: October 2020
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Got the Job Done on Time
“The Big Town Staff are so very helpful and friendly. They did fantastic job on my landscaping and it looked great. They did up a great looking plan of the projected work and the installation was as planned. Their prices are very competitive and they got the job done on time as they promised. I would highly recommend Big Town for your property landscaping needs.”
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- Ralph
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Project Date: November 2021
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Very Respectful
“Big Town did an amazing job for my front yard to complement a current porch project. Their crew are awesome and really thorough with their work and very respectful. ”
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- egrego0213
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Project Date: October 2020
Looks Wonderful!
“Friendly guys, great work! We are very pleased with our beautiful new yard. They redid the front, side and back and it looks wonderful!"
- Shelley U.
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- Project Date: October 2020
Excellent Follow-Up
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“We hired Big Town initially to provide a better drainage system for water collection in our window wells and potential flooding and general landscaping. Once we met with them, we expanded our scope to include sidewalks, irrigation system, lighting, etc... the project became larger but Big Town easily accommodated our changes.
The project took longer than initially planned, mainly due to weather and our changes, however, Big Town arrived every day until the project was finished and kept open lines of communication and excellent follow-up. They were a pleasure to work with!”
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- Michelle C.
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Project Date: October 2017
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Best Landscape Design Artists​
“Best landscape design artists and installers ever! We had 2 issues to solve with our new house. First, to combat a water issue in our front lawn it flooded into our driveway all the time. And second, to make the landscaping suit the house and our needs, which were that we love to sit out front and we wanted to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. What we got was a gorgeous landscape masterpiece that not only solved our water problem immediately but also made people slow down their car to stop and admire it when they drive by.
Domenic and Santo, the owners at Big Town, are just the best of the best. We interviewed 5 companies for the job and they stood out from the rest even from the first interview with their professionalism, attention to detail, and the fact that they listened to our needs and what we liked. What they provided was not a cookie cutter solution at all, but a customized solution that went beyond what we had imagined.
Wayne, their landscape designer, is an artist. He heard what we liked and what our overall goal was, and produced drawings for us that are actually hand-drawn and coloured works of art. We received two copies, thank goodness, so we could keep one pristine and frame it.
Wayne is the creator of the magic plan. Domenic is the wizard behind the curtain who puts all the pieces together so it can happen. Santo is the maestro of the orchestra, who with his extremely talented team, brings the vision to life and makes music appear each time I look at my garden.
Our front landscaping was truly transformational not just for our house but for our family. It created a space that we enjoy and use regularly. I bring out my morning tea, sit on my chair and just enjoy the view, while hummingbirds whizz by and enjoy the butterfly bushes. My husband takes his evening espresso out there and I just see him relax as he gazes out over our multi-tiered Unilock seating areas and lovely plants and trees.
How did they do it? By meticulously laying everything out and planning it all before they laid the first stone. We were living in the property while the work was going on and using the back door, so we got to see daily the step by step work by Santo and his team. My husband is a perfectionist and loves to work with his hands and he was VERY impressed with the team’s attention to detail. I will never have to worry about the Unilock platform buckling, or the stones moving, or the earth shifting, as the preparation work into making everything was done properly and leveled and the weeping tile was in properly.
Big Town worked with us on a budget and took a pause whenever we had a course correction or an adjustment due to our changes or an unforeseen issue. They worked with us every step of the way, within our budget, to take us beyond what we thought was possible.
The photos attached are from when it was first installed. I’ll add the ones from my camera later, but I am unfortunately limited to only four photos to show off our beautiful front yard.
And the crew! Not only were they amazing at their work, they also treated the project as if it was for their own home. Everything was done systematically, with tons of attention to the smallest detail. And they were extremely respectful to our family, our house, and the project. No empty water bottles or garbage left behind. They were dressed professionally, super friendly, and took a LOT of pride in the project, which we can see every time we step into our front garden.
It is now one year since our landscaping was finished by Big Town. It is even lovelier this year than last. Everything they said would happen did - the height the trees would grow, how the butterfly bushes would fill out, how the hydrangea would flower all summer and the leaves turn to a deep velvety burgundy in the fall to add colour. And we have enjoyed the recommendation to put in lighting and a professionally installed watering system very much. Everything gets backlit at night, but in a gentle, unobtrusive way. And the watering is a lifesaver as we can set it and forget it.
Each day I am in my garden created by Big Town, nestled in their lovely stone landscaping, and I am awakened to something new to see and experience. Words cannot adequately express how much we are enjoying the end result. And how much we can’t wait for them to come back in a few years to do our backyard project!
Kudos to Domenic, Santo and Wayne for orchestrating a wonderful kaleidoscope of garden love in a landscape worthy of a multi-million-dollar house. Thank you gentlemen, from the bottom of my heart.
PS, the very worst part of hiring Big Town? The fact that you don’t get to see them every day anymore when they finish the job!”
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- Rayissa P.
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Project Date: October 2017
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Excellent Job
“Big Town Contracting did an EXCELLENT job with our landscaping. They are very knowledgeable and use the best quality of products. Thank you for all your hard work. I highly recommend Big Town Contracting for all of your landscaping needs!”
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Project Date: July 2016
Extremely Professional and Skilled
“Big Town did an amazing job for my front yard and backyard. The crew are extremely professional and skilled. The estimates were accurate and there were no hidden surprises. Domenic and Santo are the perfect tag team, we are extremely happy and currently sitting in the backyard enjoying the view.”
Project Date: July 2016
​Professional, Courteous and On Time
“We hired Big Town Contracting for our initial back and front yard project and continue to use them for maintenance projects. Scope, timelines, and budget are always well established prior to start up to mitigate surprises. Staff are long standing employees and are courteous and knowledgeable with good recommendations to improve outcome of projects if needed. Communication is professional and timely with good follow up and requests for quality improvements. They are a pleasure to work with and give you piece of mind that you hired the right contractor.”
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Project Date: June 2015
Reasonable Price and Timing
“Quality work! Flexible, thoughtful and prompt. Crew was good. Domenic was quite reasonable on price and timing. Would certainly consider BIG TOWN for future jobs.”
Project Date: June 2015
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Highly Recommend
“Big Town Contracting came in and provided a quote and we hired them because they listen to our needs and vision in transforming our front porch and walkways. They professionally transformed our walkway to a magnificent and inviting place.
We are so happy with their work that we also hired them to add paver stone in our backyard. Again we were happy and satisfied with their work. Highly recommend Big Town Contracting as they are courteous, professional and they left the place nice. Clean and tidy.”
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Project Date: July 2014
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Exceptional Workmanship
“Big Town Contracting was retained to build an outdoor entertainment area for our back yard that included a wood burning fireplace, an outdoor fire place and a swim spa. The space that this company created is absolutely spectacular. The workmanship and professionalism of Big Town is exceptional.”
Project Date: June 2014
Extremely Professional and Skilled
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“Big Town did an amazing job for my front yard and backyard. The crew are extremely professional and skilled. The estimates were accurate and there were no hidden surprises. Domenic and Santo are the perfect tag team, we are extremely happy and currently sitting in the backyard enjoying the view.”
Project Date: July 2016
True Professionals
“Big Town is a Big time contractor...but only in the sense of the quality of their work, attention to detail and customer service and support. They are a small, tight knit group that knows landscaping inside and out. They are true professionals through and through and I have been delighted with their work on 3 separate projects at 3 separate homes. If you are considering landscaping and are looking for a personal experience then Domenic and his team at Big Town should be on your short list!”
Project Date: May 2014
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On Time, On Budget
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“Big Town Construction created a stone patio for me in 2012. It is about 20 by 30 feet and includes a walkout surround from the basement as well as a flower bed. The work was completed on time (2 weeks) and on budget. Any questions or changes were dealt with promptly and to my and the company's satisfaction. Neighbours were impressed by the finished product and the manner in which the workers attended to the project, including the timely cleanup. I would definitely recommend this company, and would use them again for a similar project.”
Project Date: March 2012
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Ready to Tackle the Problem
“We wanted to do an interlocking front yard and back yard with a garden for planting. Big Town Contracting was more expensive compared to the 5 contractors we have spoken too. Our backyard in the middle, where the two houses meet, gets a pool of water when it rains. Big Town Contracting was the only company that was ready to tackle the problem by suggesting to install a weeping tile. On top of the weeping tile, drainage stone. They finish the job in 6.5 days. As for our garden, we wanted wood to surround the soil. Big Town Contracting suggested that wood may be cheaper but will rot in the future. This is true, since my parent's have wood for their planting and it rotted. Stone is expensive but will last forever. After the project was complete, a realtor just happen to pass by and asked whether we wanted to put our house on the market.”
Project Date: October 2011
That's Quality!
“I hired Big Town to ensure my backyard and interlock would be quality so I would not have to repair it. To date all the rocks and interlock installed have not needed repairs and I am beyond 10 years. That's Quality!”
Project Date: October 2005
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Lasting Work
“Had our front walkway/porch entry done with interlocking. From choosing the brick to planning the design Dominic Maiorano was professional interested and confident that his company would be able to satisfy our requirements....which they did. Our project was done many years ago and the walkway/porch entryway planter box has not crumbled nor has there been much shifting or sinking.”
Project Date: October 2005
So Pleased with Your Work
"Nice to hear from you and thanks for the best wishes for our move. I’m hoping that the front and back yard landscaping will impress potential buyers. We have been so pleased with your work and Wayne’s design. Thanks again for reaching out and all the best for the spring season."
- Gail