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The Grounds Guys of South Austin

Updated 2026-07-08 · 2,223 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 18 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(18) 75 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Irrigation & Sprinkler SystemsHardscaping, Patios & Retaining WallsTree Trimming & RemovalLandscape Design & InstallationLawn Care & Maintenance
The Grounds Guys of South Austin
Services
Irrigation & Sprinkler Systems, Hardscaping, Patios & Retaining Walls, Tree Trimming & Removal
Reviews
18

What recent reviews say

All 14 reviews are five-star. Reviewers consistently praise Tanner's hands-on leadership, same-day response to calls, and team punctuality. Work spans lawn revival, hardscape installation, tree trimming, and native garden design. Follow-up emails and before-after photos are noted. No complaints surface.

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

Praised for
  • responsive and communicative
  • hands-on ownership
  • punctual and reliable
  • attention to detail
  • full-service expertise
  • knowledge and problem-solving
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Best for: Homeowners wanting lawn revival, landscape design, or multi-phase yard projects with owner involvement.

Strengths

  • Owner-operated with hands-on involvement
  • Same-day estimate availability
  • Full-service scope (lawn to landscape design to irrigation)
  • Detailed follow-up (photos, emails, explanations)

Worth knowing

  • Tanner (owner) comes to job sites and estimates in person
  • April (co-owner) sends follow-up emails after service
  • Crew members named include Ryder and April
  • Before-and-after photos sent to customers
  • Team pulls stubborn weeds at follow-up visits
  • Two-month recovery timeline noted for lawn restoration

What reviews say by service

Lawn Care & Maintenance
Multiple reviews praise lawn restoration, weed control, and bi-weekly mowing; one customer's weedy yard revived within two months.
Landscape Design & Installation
Reviewers highlight design consultation, plant selection, hardscape installation, and native garden creation with soil preparation.
Tree Trimming & Removal
Post-ice-storm trimming praised; owner consulted on trim aggressiveness and scheduled work for tree health.
Hardscaping, Patios & Retaining Walls
Hardscape installation and sod work mentioned as part of yard transformation projects.
Irrigation & Sprinkler Systems
Irrigation repair praised in review of overall service quality.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.79 average across the 77 tree trimming & removal businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 52% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 89
Review volume 56
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 66
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can Tanner come out for an estimate the same day?
Yes, one reviewer noted he came out the same day they called.
Do they handle multi-phase projects?
Yes, multiple reviews mention staged landscaping projects with return visits planned for spring work.
Will they salvage my existing plants to save money?
Yes, reviewers report the team replanted two large customer-owned plants instead of replacing them, reducing cost and saving struggling plants.

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Last updated 2026-07-08