Reviews of local pros in Needham, Massachusetts

We’ve used The Narrow Lane since they started. This spring’s project involved replacing foundation plantings in the front of the house and replacing the grass in the small back yard with wildflowers. From the design process with Nicole and Brendan to the installation with the crew under their direction all went beyond our expectations. They listen, they adjust, they clean up, they’re great to work with.

From beginning to end, our experience with Narrow Lane was first rate. The project got started with a Zoom call with Ron, who then came out for a site visit. This was the first time I worked with a landscaper that really took the time to talk through my vision for the project while offering their own suggestions for what might look good or fare better in the climate. Brendan was our project manager, and he was fantastic. We made several tweaks to the design, but I never had the slightest indication that this was a nuisance for the landscaper. Brendan always seemed 100% motivated by coming up with a design that we would love, and we do! The planting crew was courteous and professional, and their execution of Brendan's design completely transformed our backyard. He even offered to come by and check on the plantings and sod the week we're going on vacation, soon after the work was completed. I couldn't be happier with Narrow Lane, and would highly recommend!

We had a great experience working with Jeremy and Narrow Lane. Jeremy helped create/implement a design that we can build towards over several years. We added privacy shrubs, lots of plantings, a side walkway, fencing, hydration system, and deck lattice. The work turned out amazing and the whole crew was extremely professional, fast, and skilled. Not the cheapest but worth it for their quality and wide range of work.

We contacted Narrow Lane with some ideas of how we wanted to change our backyard and front yard, but they helped to transform them into a beautiful space beyond our expectations. We had an uneven backyard covered in crabgrass, surrounded by a broken fence. The driveway was 40 years old, with more crabgrass covering the front yard. The Narrow Lane team executed flawlessly, including leveling the backyard, a new paved patio with a pergola, a new fence, electrical work and irrigation, a new driveway, a porch refresh, and a beautiful front yard. Matt and his team were very professional and mindful of our neighbors, not leaving debris behind. They worked meticulously without cutting corners. This was a rare case where I felt we needed to pay more for the work. I highly recommend Narrow Lane for any landscaping projects.

We hired The Narrow Lane to redo our backyard and driveway. Before starting the project, we had a sloped yard that was overgrown with shrubs with little to no usable space. We didn’t know what was possible, but after talking to Ron began to understand its potential. Over the course of the next few months, Ron and his team completely transformed our yard into a serene outdoor living area. They leveled the backyard and installed a beautiful patio, retaining wall, lighting, landscaping, and privacy fencing. They also repaved our driveway and installed pavers at the entrance. The team was incredibly professional and executed their work with a high degree of quality. Throughout the whole project Ron was considerate of our budget, and made sure that our original plans and mid-project change orders were carefully crafted to not exceed a limit we were comfortable with. We would certainly hire The Narrow Lane again and recommend them for anyone looking to redesign their outdoor space!

We used Narrow Lane for two phases of our backyard project and we couldn't be happier. They literally made our backyard dreams come true! We went from a swampy, moss-infested patio to a bluestone patio, built-in kitchen, double sided fireplace, and built-in spa. Our backyard feels like an oasis and we never want to leave! Working with Jeremy and Matt was fun and stress-free. The entire crew was professional and efficient. I highly recommend working Narrow Lane!

I worked with Alison from The Narrow Lane on a landscape design for our front and back yards that included plants, grass and irrigation. The finished product is gorgeous and just what we hoped! Alison was an absolute pleasure to work with - she is very knowledgeable, easy to communicate with and gets the job done! Her team did a perfect job executing the plan and working to better irrigate areas of our yard. We are so happy with our "new" yard and highly recommend The Narrow Lane and their services.

Working with The Narrow Lane was seamless. They were organized, responsive and came up with a beautiful plan for our backyard that they executed in a timely manner with amazing professionalism. A couple of our bluestone pavers discolored and they were out within days to replace them to ensure we were happy with their service. We plan on using them to renovate the front of our house within the next year so would highly recommend them!

I worked with Ronnie and his team for a stone patio project in my back yard. I really liked the whole process from the beginning. They were very efficient and they explained everything upfront. Long story short, my blue stone patio with seating walls and plant garden came out beautiful. It changed the whole scenery of my back yard. Everyone admires my patio, and it made my Summer so much enjoyable. They finished the job on time and the quality of work was very good. I highly recommend Ronnie and his team.

The whole team at The Narrow Lane is amazing. From the concept of the design to the choosing of materials and execution, they remained patient, accommodating and professional. They listened to my thoughts on how I wanted the space to look and created a beautiful outdoor oasis we can enjoy for years to come. They also dealt with intricacies related to the scope of work as we had conservation committee restrictions. In doing so, they created a space that is in tune with the environment but also looks beautiful. Thank you Alison and team for all of your hard work. Truly appreciate it!

Looking to have some trees installed in our backyard in Boston. Wasn't super easy to find a landscaper looking to do work in the city. Jeremy and Matt from The Narrow Lane we're fantastic. We weren't totally sure what we wanted or what would fit best with our setup -- Jeremy was fantastic walking us through all the options, pricing, etc. Install was a breeze with Matt looking over the work we ran into an unexpected snag with the location and Matt and the guys we're able to pivot quickly to install a great looking product. 100% recommend working with The Narrow Lane.

Highly recommend Narrow Lane! We worked with Jeremy, excellent communication in every phase of our project. Lots of flexibility when I wanted to change things. Worked with my price point. The landscapers are some of the most hardworking guys, working in all weather to get the job done. Very impressed and I am looking forward to phase 2 of my landscaping this fall.

The Narrow Lane does amazing work! Jeremy really brought our vision to life and broke the entire design down into digestible phases that wouldn’t break the bank. The crew showed up early one Monday and we’re done the following Monday. Professional and communicative from start to finish. Can’t wait to have them back for the next phases of our project.

All around a great experience. Alison was thorough and patient with the design process and we loved our install team ( Matt, Heris, Saul and Jan). Would definitely recommend this team and plan to use them for future projects.

Overall we are happy with how everything has turned out with our new patio and yard. Narrow Lane was certainly not the cheapest bid we received, but they were willing to work with me to reduce the costs where possible. During the construction process they were very professional and owned any mistakes that came up and, communicated perfectly and ensured everything on the job was done right in the end. The crew was always kind and respectful of us and our property. After the job was completed they ensured we were happy with everything and have been happy to answer any questions I had about upkeep and maintenance. These reasons have made us happy that we choose Narrow Lane to do this work for us.

I hired The Narrow Lane to completely redo the landscaping and drainage around my home. From start to finish, I was very pleased with the professionalism and the performance of all members of the team, from the project manager to the field workers.

Any project will encounter unexpected conditions. In my case, after I retained The Narrow Lane, I realized that I needed a contractor to work with the City to replace my old water line. The firm worked with me to find an excellent subcontractor who worked seamlessly and effectively with The Narrow Lane and the city.

I have worked with many contractors over the 35 years I have owned my home. This is the best experience I have had. If you are considering landscape work, I strongly recommend The Narrow Lane.

We found Ron and the Narrow Lane on Houzz and loved their work. His design for us was exactly what I had in mind. He worked us in to the schedule so we could enjoy our new yard in time for summer. They did absolutely beautiful work - our yard was transformed with a beautiful fence, a newly regraded and sodded lawn, gorgeous plantings and a built in hot tub. It fits beautifully with the style of the house and existing landscaping and patio. We could not be happier.

I hired Narrow Lane for landscaping both front and backyards after a construction project. i am extremely pleased with the professionalism and the diligence with which the team worked. Jeremy is a great project designer and manager. He came up with very creative designs and made our ideas a reality. He was very attuned to our requirements and was quickly about re-do designs to accommodate our budget. When the work started, the team was on punctual and completed the project on time. The overall work looks great, and Jeremy has been following up regularly about the progress. The entire process was very easy and Jeremy and his team know their craft. I never felt that i was pressured into buying or getting something that i did not want. The end product is a yard that i enjoy. I would definitely recommend for any landscaping project.

The Narrow Lane designed and executed on a complete refresh of our yard in Norwood and we're extremely happy with the results. We had a bunch of things done: retaining walls, driveway paving, irrigation, lighting, hydroseed, planting, walkways installed. We did pretty much everything!

At the beginning - Jeremy came up with a great design that optimized space in our back yard. We got more usable yard with more usable parking at the same time while building some organic spaces. The design process was easy and the team brought unique ideas and experience to the table. We know what we like but didn't really have the words to describe it and Jeremy made it quick to converge on a design and cost we were happy with. He was also transparent on the costs of the job - always happy to talk specifics.

During the project - the team was careful, deliberate and checking their work as they went. They were proactive in reworking things they felt needed it, and we pretty much just sat back as they worked to make our home beautiful. We were always given notice of what was happening and when. If I saw something I had a question about, or if we wanted to change something along the way Jeremy was always happy to chat.

At the end - we've met our entire neighborhood through the compliments we get for our yard. It turned out great! The Narrow Lane came back for a final walk through and decided on their own the redo some of the poly sand that had washed away from the sprinkler system on one walkway so it would look better.

We're very happy with how things turned out, and how easy it all was throughout the project. We're had other contractors come out to our home that did good work but what stood out with Jeremy and the team was how communicative, proactive, and easy to work with they were. I would highly recommend going with them for your next project - I know we will!

Julianna Razryadov and The Narrow Lane were a pleasure to work with. They created a design for our property that we know we will enjoy for many years. They were totally professional in all ways.

Very professional team and high quality work. We hired The Narrow Lane to replace a faulty retaining wall from a previous landscaper, as well as some other landscaping work. They communicated very well, completed the project on time, and the finished product was excellent. If quality is what you are looking for, then consider The Narrow Lane.