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A New Lawn Guy.........

By Sheila Anderson

Services for Real Estate Pros with Referral Group Incorporated

January 16, 2019 12:11 PM

I have been without a lawn guy for several months now. The guy I had, just fell off the face of the earth and didn't return calls. I did two more large bags of leaves this morning which is all I will do this year. I was concerned about the potential for a major snow event this weekend so I called the guy who paved my driveway this summer to see if he knew someone.

The first guy he mentioned was someone I used in the past and was a thief. The paver didn't know that, but was glad to. The next guy he mentioned lived in my town, and when I reached him was amenable and had a dog barking in the background. He just left and I hired him. He isn't a kid, has done this for thirty years, and isn't cheap. If it works it will be worth the extra money to know I have a professional I can rely on.

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Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi Joe. I had someone in NJ like that. I miss him. Sheila

Jan 16, 2019 01:22 PM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi again Myrl. This guy works with his son. I hope it will be the same for me. TY Sheila

Jan 16, 2019 01:23 PM

Barbara Todaro

RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA

Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Sheila Anderson cheap is never the best one.... mine is not cheap....but his crew always shows up on the same day at the same time.... and they have a routine....one mows...one edges.... one blows the grass off walkways and driveway.... my yard is small but always looks perfect....

Jan 16, 2019 01:44 PM

Sheila Anderson

East Brunswick, NJ

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hello Barbara. I never look to go cheap. I'm hoping that this is the one. TY Sheila

Jan 16, 2019 01:47 PM

James Dray

Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Sheila.

You pay for what you get, having said that we are looking for a new lawn guy. gal. We know we'll be paying more but after two years the one we had been using just did a horrible job.

Jan 17, 2019 01:26 AM

Sheila Anderson

East Brunswick, NJ

Sally K. & David L. Hanson

EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI

WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

We have different people who do different things...the weed and feed guys and the clean the beds people...so good to know we can depend on them.

Jan 17, 2019 03:45 AM

Sheila Anderson

East Brunswick, NJ

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi James. I paid well and quickly but haven't been lucky. I hope that changes with this one. TY Sheila

Jan 17, 2019 04:32 AM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi Sally. I have a great tree guy but otherwise it hasn't worked for for me. TY Sheila

Jan 17, 2019 04:33 AM

Brian England

Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ

MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

When a quality job is done, it is often worth paying a little more for the effort being made.

Jan 17, 2019 04:52 AM

Sheila Anderson

East Brunswick, NJ

Gabe Sanders

Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL

Stuart Florida Real Estate

I'm guessing that since he's a dog lover he started out being on your good side.

Jan 17, 2019 05:36 AM

Sheila Anderson

East Brunswick, NJ

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

I agree completely Bria. TY Sheila

Jan 17, 2019 05:40 AM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hello Gabe. You are exactly right. :) TY Sheila

Jan 17, 2019 05:40 AM

Michael Jacobs

Pasadena, CA

Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Sheila - good luck with the new lawn guy. Local and a dog owner may be the key. When it comes to price, other factors are a part of the big picture.

Jan 17, 2019 07:21 AM

Sheila Anderson

East Brunswick, NJ

Chris Ann Cleland

Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA

Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

I hired a kid to do my lawn once and was so disappointed when he screwed up my siding while weed whacking. So pleased that I also have an experience professional now. Worth the money and everyone I refer him to loves his service.

Jan 17, 2019 08:41 AM

Sheila Anderson

East Brunswick, NJ

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Thank you Micheal. I hope it is all good. Sheila

Jan 17, 2019 08:45 AM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hello Chris Ann. I had an experienced guy do my siding too. I hope I have a professional now. TY Sheila

Jan 17, 2019 08:47 AM

William Feela

WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN

Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I thought you had a lot of snow. How do you pick upleaves with the snow

Jan 17, 2019 05:57 PM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

The snow is coming tomorrow William. When it melts I pick up any leaves I can, but no more. TY Sheila

Jan 17, 2019 06:07 PM

Debe Maxwell, CRS

Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC

The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Landscapers & painters - they are known for vanishing here too, Sheila! Like you, I finally have a keeper - a true professional that I can feel comfortable recommending to my clients too.

SO glad you found one - I can feel the relief from NC!

Jan 19, 2019 08:13 PM