Blue Collar Scholars Landscaping and Construction - Bethesda, MD

Dan D.

I would never hire Blue Collar Scholars. Communication was terrible. My neighbor hired them to redo concrete steps that abutted our property line. I found out about the project when I woke up one morning to find them jackhammering out the old steps, including a section that protruded several inches on my side of the boundary. They probably had to do that and I was happy to cooperate with my neighbor to get the project done, but nobody bothered to talk to me about the project before it started and it was like pulling teeth to get a project manager out on the site to explain how they planned to finish the strip on my side of the property line to adequately control erosion. In the end they did a satisfactory job, but only after I intervened during the final steps. When they demolished the old steps, it turned out a section of a fence post that had been buried in the old masonry steps had partially rotted. Once exposed, there was no alternative but to replace the post. They charged me $800 to remove the old post and plant one new 10 foot 4x4 pressure treated wood post in concrete. As I said, in the end their work was ok, but this could have ended up to be mired in stop work orders and litigation. When I have done anything like this in the past, my contractors ALWAYS took the lead in making sure adjacent property owners knew about the project and their concerns addressed BEFORE work started. CAVEAT EMPTOR

Sarah R.

From my very first informational phone call with Blue Collar Scholars they were personable, professional, and knowledgeable. We hired them for a big job of removing a very old stump with very deep roots from our backyard. They did a great job extracting the entire thing and then they filled in and reseeded the whole area. They offered a reasonable price for a job well done. They knew what needed to be done, explained it to us well, and they executed the job in a timely and thorough manner. I would definitely recommend them without hesitation and would use them again for future needs.

Charles R.

Terrific folks to work with. I just had significant piles of limbs cleaned up on my property and as usual they were quick, careful and thorough. I have had numerous work done by them over the last several years and have always been pleased!

Kat

Very easy company to work with. Hard to find companies like this in NoVa.

I posted this review a couple months ago and I wanted to shout them out again! They came and cleaned the snow at my mom’s condo complex when the other snow contractor didn’t show up!

Mark M.

Professional from the start! Sam was very great at explaining the whole process and discussing prices. Our architect designed an awesome back covered patio. The crew worked fast and was very accommodating for our weird schedule and our dogs!

ryan S.

I recently hired Blue Collar Scholars for a landscaping project, and I must say, I was thoroughly impressed with their work. From start to finish, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism and creativity.

Communication: The team was fantastic at keeping me in the loop. They took the time to understand my vision and provided great suggestions that really enhanced the final design. I felt supported throughout the entire process.

Quality of Work: The transformation of my yard was nothing short of amazing. They managed to turn a cluttered space into a stunning landscape that perfectly suits my style. Their attention to detail was remarkable, and you can tell they take pride in their work.

Timeliness: I appreciated their punctuality and efficiency. The project was completed on schedule, which was a pleasant surprise. They worked diligently while maintaining high standards.

Affordability: The pricing was fair considering the quality of the service provided. They offered a clear and detailed estimate upfront, which I found very helpful.

Customer Service: Every member of the team was friendly and respectful. They made sure to clean up after each workday, leaving my yard tidy and presentable.

Overall, I highly recommend Blue Collar Scholars for any landscaping projects. Their expertise, commitment to customer satisfaction, and quality of work set them apart. I’m already thinking of new ideas to bring them back for more!

Linda A.

Amazing experience with Blue Collar Scholars. We had drainage issues and just a lot of mud! 2 golden retrievers didn’t help!! With the consult of Matt and his team, we were able to create a beautiful and functional hard scape solution. The icing on the cake was a custom built fireplace
No regrets except we should have done this sooner!! Well done to the entire Blue Collar Scholar team.

J N.

We were very pleased with the work of Blue Collar Scholars. The team did excellent work and cleaned up after themselves. They also applied good-quality grass seed where needed. In addition, Blue Collar Scholars arranged to have our gutter downspouts put underground and drain near the sidewalk. The work was timely done and the quality was great. We love the new stone patio and are happy that water is no longer accumulating near the foundation of the house. Good work!