Scott is very experienced in the stone business. He talks you through our project and makes realistic and cost savings suggestions. He knows where to purchase a good quality stone for what you need. As an example, he suggested a large paver to cap my wall which came in a better color match then a wall capping stone. It looks great and was less expensive. The walk way they put in for me 4 years ago still looks great with no weeds growing through and all solid pavers. The work crew can really get the job done and each day the work site was relatively straighten up. At the end of the jog all was cleaned up and looking great. During the task, I got tired watching them move dirt and place stones. They are fast and complete. We were very happy with the time it took and the brief disruption in our yard. Over all I highly recommend Detailed Stone for your landscaping project. The quality and experience will stand out from day one. You will get a good estimate and great suggestion to make your project look great and fit the area of your yard the way it should. read more

We found Scott through a flyer! We were planning to replace our 25-year-old treated wooden retaining walls, steps and cracked aggregate patio with preformed manmade blocks and interlocking patio slabs. We had bids from two other contractors and then called Scott for a third. He listened to what we thought we wanted and then showed us jaw-dropping pictures of natural stone installations for nearly the same cost. He steered us to the right stone suppliers with product that blended with our home and convinced us to include bluestone accents, which are striking. He helped us to incorporate some of our boulders into the new walls and landscaping, too. Scott and his crew did beautiful work and cleaned up everything. We love our backyard and smile every time we walk through it or look out a window. Scott is an artist and his saying of "never having meet a stone he didn't like" is evidenced by his results. read more

Scott and his team did an exceptional job creating a patio and two rock walls in my back yard. I had some vague idea of what I wanted, and Scott talked me through it and came up with a plan in a matter of days. His crew was on site almost immediately and two days later, the job was done! The crew was neat and polite; Scott was very conscientious about making sure I was pleased with their efforts. I recommended Scott to two friends who had him design and complete jobs more complicated than mine and they are both thrilled. Oh, and did I mention that his price was very reasonable? It was! You will not be disappointed. I'm already looking forward to our next project. And I live in Eagan, MN. Not Chicago!! read more

Scott and his crew did a beautiful stone wall along the slope of our front yard plus a hand laid circular stone patio and sitting bench. The color of the stone patio and bench blended well with the existing sidewalk and steps. The sixty foot hand laid stone wall always draw positive comments. When we decided to redo the front landscape, we really could not find someone who could do quality work within our budget limits, but Scott was visionary and able to give us a design that was beautiful and affordable. We highly recommend Detail Stone. You won't be disappointed with the service Scott and his crew provide from the initial meeting to the completion of the project. read more

I was totally impressed with the landscaping and stone wall work that was done by Detailstone. On the day the work was to begin, about an hour before their start time, the necessary materials and equipment began to arrive (the dumpster, trucks with sand, small gravel, and the stones). The crew with their equipment then arrived on time and immediately started the project. The crew was unbelievable good! Not a moment was wasted during their work days and the project was completed within the projected time period. The quality of their workmanship was superb. Two of my neighbors were so impressed, that they also hired Detailstone for stone work on their property. read more

Scott and the crew from Detail Stone added an additional retaining wall to the hillside at our home in St. Paul. The quality of the work was superb with meticulous attention paid to details as the project progressed. The end product was a very nice addition to our home and one that has drawn many comments and praise for how beautiful it looks! Scott and the entire crew were absolutely great to work with, polite, easy to communicate with, and very professional. The work was completed within the schedule and price agreed upon. I highly recommend Detail Stone! read more

Scott and his crew were wonderful to work with. He had many pictures and addresses of his work that we could look at. We shared our ideas for the look we wanted and he was able to turn that into a reality. He paid attention to everything we said from the colors of the stone to the curves we wanted. He arrived when he said he would and was very particular about his work. The whole crew was great. Whatever we asked they responded positively. It turned out absolutely beautiful and I highly recommend Design Stone. read more

Ben and his crew just finished replacing a set of bluestone steps in the front of my house. The project came out great. Beautiful stonework that will last as long as the house is standing! The Detail Stone crew arrived as promised, finished as expected and left a clean work site every evening. After the demolition of the old steps, Ben encountered more foundation work than expected but in spite this was willing to complete the project at the bid price. I will call Ben again when I need help with stone landscaping. read more

Scott and his crew built a beautiful patio for us a couple of years ago and we had them back last summer to build another at a different level. Scott is an artist with all kinds of rock and pavers - he was able to use scraps from my yard to build a retaining wall for one end of the patio by carefully placing the stones in just the right position. I'm very happy with the results and if I ever have a need for any type of landscaping involving a wall or stonework - I'll call Scott. I can't recommend him more! read more

We have had Scott and his crew to our house for several projects. In fact, we were so happy with the work they did the first time, we had them back the next year to do an addition to our patio. We couldn't be happier with the results! It isn't easy to find great craftsmen. It is even more rare to find a company that consistently produces flawless results while maintaining their focus on the customer. It's like working with family. read more

We have been just thrilled with the "driveway worthy" patio Scott and his team installed in our backyard last year - we should have hired them years ago! Now we have not only a functional parking space but a beautiful patio to enjoy for years to come. Scott was a pleasure to work with, efficient, friendly, knowledgeable, practical, and the work is of exceptional quality and value. They were done in a week. Karin & Rich read more

Scott and his team at Detailed Stone are amazing! We have the most beautiful retaining wall and front steps anyone could ask for! The attention to detail was incredible & it's like they hand picked every stone and created a work of art! They were very professional and were able to get both jobs done in a timely manner and our family was never inconvenienced. We are thrilled with the results and so are our neighbors!! read more

Detail Stone did a stone project for us in 2012. We replaced an old deck with a terraced stone patio and retaining walls. It is beautiful. I called several companies to give me estimates and Scott stood out from the beginning. He listened to what we needed and made it happen. The crew are exceptional craftsmen who really care and we could not be happier with the results. read more

I needed a retaining wall replaced. Scott was very detail orientated and over the winter months continued to explore the options. He decided that large rocks would be the best and I totally agreed. I have had so many compliments on the finished product. He was here when he said he would be and finished in the time he said it would take. Would highly recommend him, read more

We have used them in the past for a stoned patio and a retaining wall in front of our house. Work is impeccable and Scott (the owner) pays such attention to the client that it is hard NOT to give him more projects! We are now calling him for new projects as we know we can trust him to do the projects exactly how we ask for. Great company to work with. read more

Scott and his team put in a stone retaining wall that completely changed the front of my house and increased the curb appeal in Lake Elmo. They were able to transform some relatively general wishes and wants into something that really made a huge difference. Scott did much of the work himself, and we couldn't be happier with the results! read more

Scott and his crew did a great job on our patio walk fairy garden and boulder wall. This was a major project that involved excavation and foundation repair, before Scott could begin work. every detail of his work was impeccable. we have seen 2 winters since and it all looks as good as the day it was installed. read more

Scott and his crew from Detail Stone did our patio with fire pit and seating wall and we couldn't be happier. He is a true craftsman and the quality of work is second to none. We've enjoyed many good times on this patio over the past couple of years and it looks as good as the day it was installed! read more

BEAUTIFUL patio with precision radiuses, perfect joints and great pattern, on time, on budget, great skill and knowledge of stonemasonry, thorough understanding of the importance of correct soil/base prep for longevity. Great to work with. Superb value, can't beat the quality these guys produce! read more