(570) 800-5381 www.desperatelandscapesandlawncare.com
114 North Blakely Street Box 657, Dunmore, Pennsylvania 18512
Tree Services: Works Near Structures
Credentials and Trust: Family Owned, Long Established
Customer Experience: Affordable
Emergency and Storm: Quick Response
We are a full service landscaping and lawn care company. Family owned and operated since 2010. We offer lawn care, landscaping, weed control, fertilization, mosquito control, flea and tick control, shrub trimming, mulch and decorative stone sales and instillation, retaining walls, and, patios. We provide professional lawn and landscaping service to Scranton, Clarks Summit, Dunmore, Olyphant and surrounding communities.
4.4 from 27 reviews
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
They routinely tackle vegetation that has grown into or attached to a home, removing shrubs and trees and stopping vine growth to protect the structure and prevent regrowth. Around the house, they refresh the exterior landscape by removing old shrubs, mulch, and weed barrier, trimming overgrown plantings, and installing new mulch and ground cover as requested. They also manage challenging near-structure sites, turning sloped backyard areas and mudslides into usable, stable spaces and repairing damage near foundations. People describe them as professional, punctual, and capable of delivering neat, attractive results on the home's exterior in Dunmore and nearby communities.
A business built and run by family, often passed down or grown from the ground up. Personal accountability and pride in every job.
Family-owned and operated since 2010, the business emphasizes a stable, locally connected approach to landscaping and lawn care. Customers consistently note polite, honest leadership from Mike, the owner, with quick responses and dependable communication that underscore a hands-on, family-driven ethos. The crews are described as hardworking, efficient, and punctual, delivering quality results across a broad service menu—from lawn care and weed control to shrub trimming, mulch and decorative stone installations, retaining walls, and patios. Serving Scranton, Clarks Summit, Dunmore, Olyphant and surrounding communities, this pattern of reliable, value-focused service reflects the strengths of a family-owned business that prioritizes trustworthy relationships and long-term client satisfaction.
A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.
Long-established family ownership since 2010 underpins a durable, reliable landscaping and lawn care capability for Dunmore and surrounding communities. Their offerings span lawn care, landscaping, weed control, fertilization, mosquito and flea/tick control, shrub trimming, and mulch and decorative stone installation, plus retaining walls and patios. Client feedback consistently highlights punctual, courteous crews delivering neat, efficient work with strong value, including effective problem-solving like removing vines and trees that had been affecting homes. Across projects in the area, the pattern shows a dependable, capable team ready to handle diverse outdoor needs for homes in Scranton, Clarks Summit, Dunmore, Olyphant and nearby communities.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Affordable pricing paired with quality results is a consistent theme in client feedback. Customers report fair prices and competitive value for a full suite of services—lawn care, weed control, fertilization, mosquito and flea/tick control, shrub trimming, mulch and decorative stone sales and installation, as well as retaining walls and patios. A professional, efficient crew that arrives on time and conducts work neatly reinforces the value customers see in this family‑owned operation serving Scranton, Clarks Summit, Dunmore, Olyphant and nearby communities since 2010. Together, these factors help homeowners achieve well‑kept yards and attractive landscapes at a cost‑effective price.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
Prompt communication is a distinguishing strength, with inquiries answered quickly and calls returned promptly for homeowners in Dunmore and the surrounding Scranton area. Mike is quick to respond to inquiries and schedule estimates, ensuring there are no long delays before work begins. On-site reliability is evident as crews arrive on time for appointments and start work as scheduled. This rapid-response approach supports efficient landscaping and lawn care projects across Dunmore, Scranton, Clarks Summit, Olyphant, and nearby communities.