Google reviewers rate Monaghan's Landscaping 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 157 reviews. Customers frequently praise the company for professional communication, punctual project completion, and reasonable pricing for services including retaining walls, irrigation systems, and hardscaping. However, a minority of low-star reviews describe issues with missed appointments, unresponsive customer service, and specific installation failures that required follow-up attention.
Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 157 reviews (88% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 157 Google reviews (141 with written comments, 15 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 53% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 21, 2026.
Service: Sod Installation Service serving Gresham, Oregon.
Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.
Star ratings
157 Google reviews we collected
4.6of 5
5 stars13888%
4 stars32%
3 stars32%
2 stars21%
1 star117%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 141 written reviews
92%praise
Praise27892%
Complaints248%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Speed & response6722%
Staff & attitude6020%
Quality & results5619%
Would recommend4415%
Price & value3411%
Communication3211%
Honesty & trust93%
What customers talk about
We read 141 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Colette was always on top of things and very quick to respond.”
“They are professional and personable, putting in the extra effort and commitment to the project and design goals.”
“Long, angry, accusatory and extremely unprofessional.”
“We had a great experience with Managhan's Landscaping.”
“I do not recommend this landscaper because of the abusive customer "service" and poor job results.”
“We 100% recommend them and look forward to hiring them again for future projects, including potentially seeking some environmentally friendly options…”
“I would not recommend this company to my worst enemy.”
“Monaghan's did a gravel path for me that turned out great at a very reasonable cost.”
“It was definitely overpriced especially foe the clean up of removing several hydrangea bushes and a small Japanese maple.”
“Jamie and Colette are so easy to work with and talk to.”
“I had an extremely unsettling exchange with her all because I did not respond to her bid in a timely fashion.”
“Well-run and honest, Monaghan's landscaping did a big job putting in an 11-zone sprinkler system for me and it continues to work beautifully 2 years later.”
People customers mention
Jamie19 reviews
Colette17 reviews
Collette4 reviews
Landscape3 reviews
Monaghans3 reviews
Elias3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Monaghan's Landscape installed an 8 zone irrigation system for us in June 2026. We appreciated that they made a special effort to get the system installed prior to our vacation so our plants would be watered while we were gone. However, while the system overall works reasonably well, there were two areas where the installation was inadequate - the drip system for the raised beds and an adjacent shade garden bed.
The first drip system they installed did not adequately water the beds, so we asked if they would replace that system with a rainbird drip system with mini-sprinklers (like the components available at Home Depot). That was done, but when we turned on the system, instead of watering the beds, water was puddling between the beds. While researching the problem, we found a pipe connecting the hoses between beds had been left unattached. We asked Monaghan's to come back to repair, but they were not available for several days. With our plants drying up and in danger of dying, we found another firm that was able to come out the same day - they repaired the system and got it working. This firm found several other problems with the installation, including hose segments attached together (creating potential leaks) rather than one long hose line and emitters attached to the main hose.
Additionally, when installing the main system, Monaghan's forgot to include a line for the shade garden. To correct the problem, a line was run off the garden bed drip system to the shade garden. However, the water requirements for the beds and the shade garden are very different so we now need to install a shut off valve to the shade garden.
Though the main system works adequately, I would not recommend Monaghan's Landscape for drip system installation.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Mario Battaglia4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mario has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We absolutely love our new patio space and walkway! Everybody with Monaghan’s Landscaping was a joy to work with. They are professional and personable, putting in the extra effort and commitment to the project and design goals. We 100% recommend them and look forward to hiring them again for future projects, including potentially seeking some environmentally friendly options for polymeric sand replacement.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you for the great review Mario! We enjoyed working with you too and are in standby for your next call!
Isaac Arakaki1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Isaac has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jamie and Colette were awesome to work with! Our house has steep terraces and so many rocks and weeds, but Jamie and his crew cleaned everything up and installed a beautiful sod lawn all in two days. Very glad that we chose Monaghan’s for our landscaping needs!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you, Isaac, for the nice review! We enjoyed this project and hope to work with you again!
Cassie6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Cassie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jamie was professional and patient (I had a lot of questions throughout the process). Colette was always on top of things and very quick to respond. They're great to work with and communicate well. I did not feel in the dark during any part of the process. My entire experience from reaching out for a quote to the end of the project was very positive. I will be calling on them for next year's project and would highly recommend them.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thanks for the review Cassie! We look forward to next year's project. You were great to work with!!
Kathleen ShinallLocal Guide · 13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kathleen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My backyard has just been completely re-done by Monaghan’s Landscaping and I couldn’t be happier with the result. I interviewed 4 landscapers before settling on Monaghan’s. Three had almost the exact same ideas for the renovation, which was to build a new, slightly taller, retaining wall in the same place, along with defining the surrounding planting beds, etc. But, Jamie Monaghan suggested moving the placement of the retaining wall. That seemingly small departure from the others ideas made all the difference in what my yard looks like now. Moving the existing retaining wall helped to reduce the extreme slope of my yard, and also made it appear much larger. He added some amazing stairs beside the retaining wall which are just absolutely beautiful. The planting beds are well defined, the new sod is lush and green, and an existing river rock area was refreshed with added rock. All in all it looks like I elevated my zip code without even moving!!! It was done with the budget I had in mind, and the crew were efficient and polite. Jamie and Colette are so easy to work with and talk to. The area was well cleaned following completion. I would highly recommend them and would absolutely use them again if the need arose. Kathy Shinall
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much Kathy! We're lucky to have an amazing crew who really care about the end result. We're so thrilled the finished yard has you feeling warm and fuzzy - and it means a lot to have your continued trust!
Zac Zoller6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Zac has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had a great experience with Managhan's Landscaping. They built a flagstone patio for us and the whole process was very smooth, quick, and the finished product turned out great. Would highly recommend.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thanks Zac! That was a thoughtful review and we appreciate it.
Jean Cavanaugh12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jean has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Monaghan’s installed a new walkway in my front yard. It looks great! Work was done timely and with excellence. Good communication before and during the process. Would highly recommend.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thanks, Jean! We appreciate this!
Pablo LopezLocal Guide · 115 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Pablo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
These guys did a fine job in my backyard. In our case, this was a small job, but still they showed commitment and got it done as quickly as possible, with high quality. Highly recommended.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
We enjoyed working with you, Pablo; thank you for the review!
Mae HeideLocal Guide · 71 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mae has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our Sprinkling System was installed beautifully! What a dream to look out our window and watch our yard being watered with ease!
From the first time we talked to Jamie, we realized we were dealing with a pro who cared about our project! He was open about the reality of what was needed and the cost. He and his wife Colette are a team for success! Integrity and experience mark their work.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much, Mae, for taking the time to share this review. We truly appreciate your trust in Monaghan's It means a lot to hear that our communication, attention to detail, and respect for your space made the process comfortable and positive. We look forward to working with you again on future projects.
Daniel Gipe2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Daniel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
