We are very pleased with the results of the landscaping project you have completed for us. Everything was done in a timely and professional manner. The design, selection of shrubs, and the removal of old shrubs were all done to our satisfaction. In addition, your suggestion to correct a dangerous condition with our steps, using a brick pathway, was the perfect solution to the problem We have received many favorable comments on our new landscaping from neighbors, friends and family. All the work that was agreed upon was completed to our satisfaction. Without hesitation we would recommend your company to anyone in need of your professional services. Anthony & Joan LaCosta Long Valley, NJ March 5, 2007. "My wife and I are very pleased with the landscaping work completed by Greener Concepts, LLC. Anthony Cortese was courteous and professional from the planning stage to the finishing touches. What we appreciated the most was his honesty. When we thought of having a retaining wall installed along part of our driveway, Mr. Cortese explained to us why it was not a good idea. He stated that over time, the wall would sink into the ground due to the run off of water from the higher elevation onto our property. Recommendations were made that would both serve to prevent land erosion and provide a beautiful landscape along our driveway. WOW! was all my wife and I could say at first. The crew from Greener Concepts, LLC worked efficiently. The work was done in a timely fashion. No mess was left behind. Greener Concepts, LLC stands behind their work. When it was apparent that one of the trees newly planted was failing to thrive, they replaced it. Greener Concepts, LLC takes pride in what they do. Without reservation, my wife and I strongly recommend Greener Concepts, LLC for your landscaping projects." Rodney and Alicia Capiro "Greener Concepts, LLC did a major clearing and lawn building job for us in the spring of 2006. The President of Greener Concepts, LLC, Anthony Cortese, supervised the job personally, was always available in person or by phone when we needed to talk to him, returned all our calls promptly, and always dealt with us honestly and helpfully. Greener Concepts, LLC did everything it promised to do in our contract, and did it all on time. Prices and materials were just as promised. It's a dependable company that we would gladly hire again." Victor and Virginia Ashrafi "Many thanks for your prompt attention to my anticipated project. So refreshing for the service to come to me vs. my investment in needing to hunt the provider down for an update. Impressive and commendable customer service on your part - Kudos! You've established a very favorable impression with me and I have no concerns of you intentially dragging the process out just to collect more money. I can tell you operate a business based on quality, honesty and integrity." Greg Fraher "Jim and I thank you for your visit on Saturday morning. Your innovative suggestions/options have us very excited about the project. We are eagerly anticipating your proposal. Hope you had a nice weekend (even if it was freezing!)" Margaret Maclay "Mr. Cortese, I am writing this letter to thank you and your company, Greener Concepts, LLC, for the wonderful job you did on our display areas. We appreciate the time you spent to evaluate the job, and provide us with a finished product that we can show off to all the customers, who visit our store each and every day. In addition, I asked that you provide us with a finished job in a timely fashion and we were very pleased with the outcome. Your crew was extremely careful not to disturb the surrounding areas, and they cleaned up the job site after their days work was completed. I am appreciative of your suggestions and the professional way you go about doing business. I feel that every customer that calls on you will be happy with your service, and that they will become more aware of the kind of enduring beauty a new concrete paver patio, walkway, or driveway can add to a home or business. The retaining wall area looks great, and your installation methods were second to none. I look forward to doing business with you again, and we hope you, your company, and your customers have a fulfilling and prosperous year. Sincerely, Warren Hinchman, Jr. President Valley Mason Supply" "Anthony Cortese President Greener Concepts, LLC Dear Anthony, Finding a hard working, honest person, with high standards for quality work and meticulous attention to detail is hard to find. Thanks for doing an AWESOME job at our house. Sincerely yours, Javier I. Torrens, MD, FACP" "Dear Anthony, We wanted to take a moment to thank you for the excellent work you and your workers performed at my home this summer. Your team was professional, courteous, and meticulous in the work that they performed. Outside of the work that was completed in our backyard, no one would have ever known that you and your workers were even there! Prior to your installation of the drainage system in our backyard, we had water pooling, soggy grounds, and many mosquitoes due to the problem. Several days after you completed the work, we had significant rains and the first thing we did is look out into the yard to see if there were any problems. We were overly excited to see that even with all of the rains, there were no more puddles and wet spots! It-s been a little over a week or so since you have completed the work and the new lawn is starting to fill in relatively nicely. We can-t wait to see how everything looks once the lawn is fully grown in. Once again thank you for helping us solve our drainage problem in our backyard and we look forward to having you and your team working with us again in the future for some other projects that we have in mind. Sincerely, Steve and Kristen Piccolo" "Dear Anthony, Thank you for your recent donation of a $2,500.00 landscaping gift certificate to support our 4th annual P. G. Chambers School, Concert in the Park. The active support of our community helps us to continue our mission of helping children with special needs lead more fuller and productive lives, as well as look forward to their bright future. You generous gift will benefit the students, families, and community members who attend this year-s event as well as support our Literacy Program. A program designed to teach special needs children the fundamental building blocks of reading, writing, and problem solving. In appreciation of your support, we will acknowledge your generous contribution in our event program. May you find great joy and personal fulfillment in the difference that you are making in the life of a child with special needs. Best wishes, Renee Gitto Special Events Coordinator" "Dear Anthony: As I said, writing in English is not easy for me, but I wanted to say thank you before I leave for overseas. You did solve our drainage problem with a fabulous job performance in a timely manner. Andy and I are very pleased with the results. When you came to see our property, water was running through our yard like a stream from the farthest point of our backyard, all the way to the street. You walked and looked at it back and forth sincerely. You knew immediately what the resolution to our problem was. You did not need to consult anyone else. You were the only contractor that suggested putting in well points prior to starting the project. You said that our property was so wet, that you needed to dry it out before bringing in your heavy equipment. This would help to minimize the damage to our property, and make the working conditions far more favorable. This made sense to me. I said to myself ?I have a feeling this guy could solve the problem¦. We liked your quick approach with your quotation and project. One day I watched you operating that big machine (although not the largest in your fleet) in the backyard. I truly felt this was the art. We recommend Greener Concepts, LLC and Anthony Cortese to anyone who is looking for drainage work, hardscaping and or landscaping. Not only experienced, but you also love and care for what you do. It is nice to see this kind of person nowadays. Keep it up, Anthony! Hope to see you for our next projects in mind! Sincerely, Andy and Chieko Kobayashi" November 9, 2007 Greener Concepts, LLC 3 Douglas Drive Sparta, NJ 07871 "Dear Anthony, We are writing to let you know how pleased we are with the first phase of the landscaping project your company recently completed on our 2 acre property. You listened to our needs and designed a master plan that would work within our budget. From the initial design consultation to the final touches, you and your employees provided service in a professional, courteous, and competent manner. The first phase consisted of a number projects which included the design and installation of a drainage and irrigation system, the construction of a retaining wall with concrete steps, the excavation and leveling of our backyard, and the installation of a patio beneath our deck. Despite the oppressive heat, you and your staff carried out the work in a most professional and tradesman like manner at all times. Your attention to detail was impeccable and your ability to work through problems that arose during the project was impressive. Although I had already contracted a deck installer prior to engaging your services, you raised no objections in performing your services simultaneously. In fact, you went above and beyond the call of duty. You noted deficiencies in our deck installer's work and willingly provided your time, effort and equipment in order to avoid a potentially disastrous outcome. We found the Greener Concepts team to be courteous, punctual and competent. As important, we found you to be very passionate about your work. We have no reservations in recommending you and your company, Greener Concepts, LLC, for any type of landscaping service, be it a large or small project. We will enjoy our patio for years to come and we look forward to continuing our relationship as we complete the remaining phases of the master plan. Thanks so much for your service. Anthony and April Robinson Sparta, NJ"