We started with a backyard that was essentially unusable--mostly dirt and dead grass--and ended up…read morewith a space we actually want to spend time in. They handled the full transformation: Texas native plants, fresh sod, irrigation, lighting, a new patio with poured concrete pavers, a pergola, and decking built around our above-ground pool. The result feels intentional, cohesive, and well suited to both the climate and how we use the space. We worked with their designers to develop the plan, and that process was smooth and collaborative. They listened, had good instincts, and were happy to iterate with us until the design felt right. From first contact to breaking ground took about three months, which felt reasonable given the scope. Once construction started, everything moved fast--the entire project was completed around two to three weeks. Most importantly, we're extremely happy with the outcome. The yard is beautiful and dramatically more usable than before. Jason and Nikk were a pleasure to work with throughout: friendly, proactive, communicative, with good taste and a strong sense for design. I'd happily recommend them to anyone looking to upgrade their outdoor space.

My husband James and I reached out to four different landscaping companies for a bid on a project…read moreto add gravel, place some rock along one side of our driveway, and fill a large bald spot on our lawn. While all the companies, including Southern Landscaping and Design, were nice and responsive, I feel the need to share our experience regarding their pricing. The quotes we received from the first three companies ranged between $9,000 and $11,000, which seemed reasonable for the scope of work. However, Southern Landscaping and Design came back with a quote of just over $28,000--nearly three times the amount of the other bids. I'm sure they do great work, but this level of pricing feels excessive and difficult to justify. I wanted to share this as a heads-up for anyone considering them. It's always worth getting multiple quotes to ensure you're paying a fair price.

Steve and his team did a great job with the landscaping around our new pool. He made some great…read morerecommendations during the consultation such as doing a limestone wall around the pump equipment so that it matched the house rather than doing a wooden fence and adding tropical plants behind the pool. His quote was very precise on exactly what was going to be purchased, the price, and the labor cost involved down to each plant, which is something the competing quotes were lacking. His team added a walkway going around from our driveway to the pool; excavated a rock wall to reduce the grade so we could get our golf cart around what was a narrow corner; trimmed up trees over and around the pool; added much needed drainage to reduce runoff; built the wall around the pump equipment, added the Zeon Zyosia grass, and did all the landscaping around the pool area. We are extremely happy with the end product and will use them again when our guest/pool house is completed to do the landscaping around it.

Steve and his team were great to work with. Steve helped navigate a challenging POA process and was…read moreresponsive to design considerations. His team was prompt, clean, and very professional. We will use again!

I found this service through Yelp. They were extremely fast and professional. I originally made an…read moreappointment with them for a few days later to just have my sprinklers checked after the winter. Then I went to turn on my sprinklers so they would have some water while I waited and found my sprinkler control panel was a mess and resetting it didn't fix the problem. I told On The Spot Sprinkler Repair about this and they recommended I got an inexpensive replacement sprinkler control system from Amazon which then arrived the same day. I told the repair service that I was now in a bit of a rush since I went from maintenance needs to a completely broken system, and they squeezed me in the next day which was EXTREMELY nice of them! Oh, and it turns out that my sprinklers were fine after the winter, I just had a busted control system -- perhaps from an electrical surge so I am now protecting the system with a UPS/surge protector setup. (I had an old UPS that I was going to throw away but it had plenty of juice left in it for such a little control system.) All communications with them were very fast and professional and On The Spot Sprinkler Repair was very knowledgeable which is not always the case with repair people.

Stan did a great job of assessing our need for additional sprinkler heads and installing them on…read morethe spot (hence the name?). The heads work great and are exactly what we needed. Previously, Sprinkler Medics had completely dropped the ball on assessing our needs and charged us a fair amount for installing a pressure reducing valve which they said would correct the problem. That didn't even come close. I have now moved On The Spot to the top of my list of sprinkler repair companies. It's also nice that Stan is the guy to do the work and also the guy you talk to when you call to set things up. No bureaucratic middle men or women. You get the personal touch with On The Spot.

When renovating our front and rear yards, Yards Apart Landscaping provided an amazing service…read more Before placing our house on the market, our landscape badly needed an upgrade. We found Yards Apart Landscaping on Yelp after becoming frustrated with unresponsive landscapers. Within a few hours of our initial request, Sue answered. After a couple of emails, the owner, Troy, arrived at our door the same evening for a preliminary consultation. They worked quickly; we got a thorough price in less than 24 hours. Within a week of submitting the quote, they were able to start the project. Outstanding service was provided. Troy and Sue allowed us to select the items we wanted, and we ultimately decided to go with everything on their quote. Even in the sweltering Texas heat, a work that we expected would take a week to complete was finished in just two days by a tiny but incredibly effective team. And Troy was there, working alongside his group with his sleeves rolled up. Troy was incredibly professional and knowledgeable about plants. He identified our current plants with ease and seamlessly added new ones that properly fit the overall style of our yard. They completed the task ahead of schedule, and we were quite pleased with the outcome. In fact, we're so happy with their job that when our new construction home is ready, we'll get in touch with Yards Apart Landscaping once more. We strongly advise getting in touch with Yards Apart Landscaping if you want to improve your outdoor area. We can vouch to their responsiveness, professionalism, and competence based on our excellent experience.

Troy and his team were nothing short of amazing in many ways. My front yard looked like a barren…read morewasteland, and as soon as Troy came to look at it he pointed out all the potential he saw in how beautiful it could become. I had already spent thousands on a landscaper several years ago so I explained to Troy that I wanted to try native plants this time as well as a few of the changes I had in mind. He spent a lot of time listening and making very valuable suggestions. Unlike the first round of landscaping, I decided to give him my budget, and then let him make the choices of plants. Each idea he ran by me I loved, and it was a very easy process in communication. Unlike my first landscaper, Troy was patient, full of great ideas, friendly, and showed excitement about the project. I have had many neighbors stop by and tell me how beautiful my yard looks, and I see people looking as they walk by. Troy also got me in touch with an irrigation expert he vouches for to help my troubleshoot my irrigation system that had. not worked for awhile. He sent me a great company that helped me fix this issues and now I'm able to easily water my newly sodded yard every day! Each time I come home or look out the window, I am in awe at how incredible he and his men made it look. I will be excited when the time comes to call and book the next project, the backyard! Thank you Troy and Yards Apart team! I am so very grateful for your hard work! Carrie Butcher

Carl did an excellent job managing the yard when I was prepping my parents house for sale. He was…read moreresponsive, courteous, and reasonably priced. The week before the house was listed on the market, Carl did a phenomenal job on sprucing up the yard and brought a lot of it back to life. He spent several hours in 100+ degree heat getting the yard just right so we could photograph the house for the real estate websites. If you're looking for someone who gets the job done, is low key and fairly priced, Carl's your man.

Carl has a huge heart and a solid sense of responsibility. I had a big job and it took him a little…read morewhile to complete but he followed through and did an outstanding job. Definitely a worthwhile book behind his cover.

this is the second time we hired System Pavers to do our patio. we had such a great experience the…read morefirst time with their sales and design team to the extremely professional quality of work they do. they built and designed exactly what we wanted and was an amazing value for the level of work they did. That when we moved and bought a new home we had them come right back out and do it again. Made sure I had the same project manager Raphael when contracted. amd again, they hit another home run. we already have additional phases we will be calling them to do in the next year. Simply the best!!!

I just finished my 2nd project with System Pavers, and again I am so happy with the results. This…read moretime they did my entire backyard, and it is gorgeous. System Pavers are problem solvers: fixing erosion, drainage, slope, and awkward step height were all drawn into the plan, and it turned out exactly as described. Rafael managed the construction of the plan David H. drew, and it is just lovely. It had been an overgrown mess. Now I can use my yard without fear of falling and I can garden without feeling overwhelmed. You should let SP help you with your frustrating yard problems--they will find a solution and it will be beautiful. BTW, the walkway and retaining wall they built for me 2 years ago (photos below) is still as stable as the day it was built--it hasn't moved an inch.

I can't recommend Austin Gardeners enough! Manuel Soto, the owner, truly has a gift. His artistic…read moreeye and deep understanding of landscaping completely transformed our yard into something beautiful and functional. They rejuvenated our side yards, completely transformed our backyard, and built a stunning outdoor kitchen for us. We've been struggling for years with tricky elevation and irrigation issues along the sides of our house, and Manuel really understood the problem and offered a great solution. His design was not only practical but also visually stunning. We had a pool put in the backyard by Cody Pools and alone it would not be the paradise that it is! The pool is beautiful, but the landscaping truly created a personal paradise! We can't forget about the outdoor kitchen. They built exactly what we wanted and precisely installed all the appliances. What a dream! His crews showed up each day ready to work hard--they put in long hours with care, efficiency, and professionalism. Every person on the team was skilled, respectful, and clearly took pride in their work. If you're looking for someone who combines creativity with technical expertise, Austin Gardeners is the team to call. We're beyond happy with the results!

Chavez at Austin Gardeners was fantastic to work with! Both with the estimation process, plan…read moredesign and during construction. I can't wait for the plants to bloom!

First off... I rarely write reviews because I do not have the time. But in the case of Bradley &…read more512 Landscaping, they deserve the highest praise I could give a company. They just completed a 2 1/2 month project at my home, and to say I am pleased would be an understatement. The attention to detail, the professionalism shown, and most importantly, the end result speak for themselves. They did an amazing job in every area they touched (plant beds, new lawn, irrigation, lighting, etc.), which was top-tier work. This project was completed approximately 3 weeks ago, as of this review, and I believe the most recent work is a great indication of what to expect when hiring now. I also feel you get what you pay for... and under that premise, I would highly recommend 512 Landscaping because the finished product will exceed whatever expectation you started with. This, at least, was my takeaway.

We had another company taking care of our yard that did not show up for several months. We have…read moremany native plants and a xeriscape yard and it looked horrible. I contacted Bradley at 512 Landscaping and they came out quickly and performed a miracle on all of our plants and the yard. They will also provide the service going forward as gardeners (not just a company who mows your yard). I highly recommend their work and Bradley always responded quickly and was super friendly!