Since Luis began working at Basics Landscaping in 2000, he has successfully climbed the ranks from an entry-level position in weekly maintenance to become the head of the landscape maintenance division.  Luis can be found on his properties overseeing his crew to ensure that the attention to detail our clients expect is being provided each and every week.  Luis is a schooled apprentice for turf chemical applications, which enables him to identify and diagnose treatment for lawn ailments.  While Luis may not be the most outspoken individual, rest assured that he is a trained and knowledgeable professional with the best interest for your property in mind.

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Some people might call him obsessive about detail but there is no bigger complement in his eyes.  Since 1988 with Hewlynn and Basics  and years of continual education, he has all the knowledge necessary to build the property of your dreams.  Thousands of our clients swear by his attention to detail, his ability to always finish a project on time and the follow up to carry out everything promised and then some.  People often comment on how Jay remembers “everything” and gets it done without any reminders no matter how small the detail.  He will treat your property as if it was his own.  Team oriented and motivated, Jay works to develop long-term relationships with clients and the rest of the organization.  Jay has the values and mission of the company as his top priority.

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Butch is one of the original founders from 1954 with his brother and sister as well as other family members. Butch's attitude is always lovable and informative. As a staple of the Hewlynn family, you can always find him hard at work  at the mason yard. You would expect Butch to be retired on a beach somewhere, but his work ethic and dedication has kept him an active part of the company.

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Henry is one of our most reliable, outgoing and funny employees. He started in the company by digging holes and has worked his way up to Assistant Foreman over the years. Henry is very quick to learn new techniques and is a dedicated hard worker. When it comes to irrigation work, he is able to detect trouble areas and fix them accordingly. When it comes to Henry, there is nothing he can't and won't do!

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Gary has been the lead mechanic both on and off site for years. He cares for all the equipment and the entire Basics Landscaping fleet at our design showroom. Gary is very proficient in his trade and is extremely hard working. Gary takes time to make sure the job is done right.

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Michelle Crimmins has led the office of Basics Landscaping Co., Inc. since 1997.  Michelle prides herself on not only remembering her clients but also making them feel comfortable and valued as the important client that they truly are.  Attention to detail and follow through starts from the top down in the office to ensure that each client receives the total experience that they deserve.  Whether we are sealing your driveway or designing the poolscape of your dreams, you will receive the same care and attention.  You will also see her in Hewlynn Home & Garden Center where she will assist in landscape and plant material choices or get your pool in order, all with a pleasant smile on her face.

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James started with Basics Landscaping in 1997 with the goal of assisting the company to become an industry leader in landscape construction. James brought with him the passion and desire for his trade along with the ability to incorporate new and innovative ideas. The knowledge of landscape construction that he possesses from classes taken at SUNY Farmingdale combined with many years of experience in the field make the perfect formula to accomplish the company’s goals. James strongly believes in continual education and training and takes part in manufacturer sponsored seminars as well as holding continuous in house training programs for the staff to insure that all clients of Basics Landscaping get the hottest trends while keeping with the company’s philosophy of attention to detail. He has received many complements on his ability to quickly assess client preferences and requests while making suggestions that showcase his talent. Other positive feedback includes a good work ethic, design skills and that he is willing to go above and beyond.  Once you meet James, you will see why he is regarded as one of the best on Long Island.

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Yimi is very energetic and has an amazing personality, everyone love to work with him. Over the years Yimi has climbed the ranks with his fast paced and detail oriented attitude. Yimi treats each property with the utmost care.

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With a degree in Auto Cad, and a specialization in Pool Studio/ Viz Terra 3-D program for masonry, pool layouts and landscaping, she is able to create unique and one of a kind landscape design plans. Having the opportunity to work with several known landscape companies on the island,  she has grown into a successful designer. Having attended Farmingdale State University for all her horticulture classes, her knowledge of plant materials is vast. In following the Basics philosophy, she is able to understand the needs and wants for each individual client and then customize their ideas to fit their lifestyles. Utilizing her very outgoing personality, Farah makes the whole design/sales process very easy and enjoyable.

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Hugo is recognized by his peers as a team player and a leader. He works well with all of the sales personnel and foreman company wide. Hugo is an intricate part of the design layout process. With so many different types of materials and concepts, it can become overwhelming but he always maintains his quiet composure and keeps the clients' needs and company values always as a top priority.

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Frankie does it all from irrigation installation to the final details on a custom designed pergola.  His vast experience in the construction field has enabled him to become a key person within Basics Landscaping.  He is very detailed and methodical in all that he does and clients continually notice and comment on the thorough job that he provides.  Frankie is also an integral part of the in-house training and continual education process at Basics.  His bilingual skills facilitate communication throughout the company both in house as well as with clients.  From a project’s start to finish, Frankie is a resourceful and capable foreman who you can count on to provide you with the outdoor living area of your dreams.

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As an accounting professional with a background of over twenty years in the Landscaping Industry, Renee has had the chance to work with many Landscape companies and has had the opportunity to build a good rapport within the industry. Renee is a team player with a pro active personality. Using her interpersonal communication skills to get the job done, she is a proven leader and has excellent planning, organizational and execution abilities and is a great asset to this organization.

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