Maddocks Masonry & Landscaping | Expert Landscapers in Cambridge, VT
4 Stone Brook Rd, Cambridge, VT 05444
About the Company
Jake Maddocks, owner of Maddocks Masonry & Landscaping, brings a lifelong dedication to crafting outdoor spaces in Cambridge, VT. His journey began at age 12, working alongside his father on premier golf courses, and continued through earning his degree from Castleton University. For over 15 years, Jake has honed a particular passion for stone masonry, having built over a mile of stone walls. He founded his company over a decade ago, combining this masonry expertise with comprehensive landscape construction. As a small, owner-operated business, Maddocks Masonry & Landscaping ensures you work directly with Jake from initial design through to the final installation, guaranteeing personal attention and consistent, high-quality results for every project, big or small.
Question Answers
What's the best way to prevent rock gardens and retaining walls from shifting in our Vermont climate?
Our Vermont freeze-thaw cycles can cause significant ground movement. For rock gardens and retaining walls in Cambridge, we focus on proper foundational techniques. This includes excavating to the correct frost depth, installing a compacted gravel base for drainage, and using geogrid reinforcement for taller walls. For natural stone work, we interlock stones carefully to create a stable, gravity-defying structure that can withstand seasonal shifts, preventing the common problem of rock garden displacement.
Do you handle both the hardscaping and planting for a full backyard patio project?
Absolutely. As a full-service landscape and masonry company, we manage the entire project. We'll construct your patio, walkways, or any exterior walls with natural stone, pavers, or brick. Then, we seamlessly integrate the landscaping—from irrigation and drainage systems to the final planting and greenscaping. This integrated approach ensures a cohesive design where the hardscape and softscape complement each other perfectly, all managed by our team from start to finish.
You mention over a mile of stone walls built. What types of stonework do you specialize in for residential properties?
With over 15 years of focused masonry experience, we specialize in several key areas for homeowners. This includes functional and decorative dry-stack or mortared stone retaining walls, stone staircases for navigating slopes, and durable walkways and patios. We also install thin stone veneer for exterior accents. Whether it's a classic Vermont fieldstone wall or a modern patio, we use time-tested techniques to build structures that are both beautiful and built to last for generations.
Provided Services
- Patio, porch, or terrace construction or installation
- Landscaping building construction
- Exterior wall construction
- Greenscape construction
- Retaining walls
- Landscape construction or installation
- Driveway construction or installation
- Interior wall construction




