I cannot say enough good things about Down To Earth Landscaping. Drew Rini and his crew did a…read moregreat job landscaping our front yard. Dog walkers and strangers biking and driving by, have stopped to comment on how amazing our yard looks. Drew and his hard working crew installed the irrigation system, rock, mulch and plants in just a few days. Drew knows a lot about shrubs and flowers and offered up a wonderful blueprint for our yard. He has stayed in touch throughout our summer of 100+ degree days to ensure that our plants and flowers are staying alive. Like everything else, landscaping is not cheap; but with our current drought conditions, it seemed like the right thing to do. Drew found a way to work within our budget and we consider our money well spent. If you are considering xeriscape, consider this company.

Chuck and the whole down to earth team did an amazing job with my backyard! When it comes to work…read moreon my house, the least eventful projects are the best ones, and they delivered. They were quick to give me a reasonable estimate, were flexible when I needed to make some changes, and stuck to their projected timeline throughout the project - The actual work only took a day and a half and everything looks great. I've posted some before and after pictures with this review. They didn't build the pavilion in the pictures (although they could have), but they did give me advice about the kit I bought and the most cost-effective way to put it up which I really appreciate :)

Dead link. Left a message, no one called me back. That is to say no one returned my call. That is…read moreto say this business is either dead or it's very unreliable and unprofessional. If they cannot return a call what do you think they will do to your lawn?

Fantastic Customer Service (Thanks Maya!)…read more I don't even have my actual service scheduled until next week so I'll try to remember to update then, but I just had to post this right after my first phone call. I called to schedule a general yard cleanup and spoke with Maya. She gave me very straightforward pricing, told me what to expect, and asked all the right questions about my needs. She was so knowledgeble that I kept her on the phone for quite a while, asking her details about various potential projects such as gravel, sod and sprinkler system installation (they do all of these). She gave me an overview of what each of these projects entailed, the general time/maintenance/cost involved, and was super patient answering all my questions thoroughly without ever trying to "sell" me anything. It was so refreshing to have a dedicated, knowledgeable human pick up on my first call and answer all my questions right away; Versus other places where it's usually someone who is either (1) only trained to schedule and sell services without any deeper understanding of the business; or (2) a busy foreman in a rush to their next site with no time for questions. Not their fault, just makes it a little tougher to know what you're getting. Assuming the quality of their work match that of their customer service I will be using them for future projects for sure!

Five stars for Diggable Design! They handle our exterior holiday lighting installations and we…read morecouldn't be happier with their service. It's refreshing to work with a company that is always punctual, communicates clearly, and takes pride in doing a really good job. If you need a reliable landscaping team, I highly recommend them.

I've got an old Victorian house happily situated on the border lands of Baker/Santa Fe Art…read moreDistrict. If that's not license to do some funky landscaping, I don't know what is! Jessica (landscape designer) and her husband Mike (landscape project manager) make an excellent team, willing to take an idea, work it, come back to budget and intent, propose the right balance of glorious textures and functional landscaping. Their crew is small and efficient, doing the work well within the time frame quoted. I wanted lots of things- but it came down to "fun and funky" as my guidelines which Jessica realized through combining a formal planting but used surprising colors and textures. Barberry in lime green crisscrossing one plot, filled in on two sides with silvery artemesia, WOW! Stunning! So far, the compliments are flowing in from neighbors and strangers alike. We're excited to let this grow a bit and start planning Phase Two- hardscaping!

This is the second time that I have used JBK to do landscaping in my yard and the results are…read moreamazing! It is nice to work with a professional and courtesy company like JBK Landscape. Thom was very receptive to my very rough plan and on top of the ordering/scheduling and lay out of the plants. The space is going to be amazing during all 4 seasons. Martin and his crew did an extraordinary job removing debris and installing the plants and mulch. I am so glad that I used JBK Landscape for my home improvement project.

Private home landscaping (front, sides and back). Raised sprinkler box. Installed drip irrigation…read moresystem. Work completed in June 2021. Landscaper Thom was extremely easy to talk to and very responsive. Explained how their process worked. Very patient with HOA and helped produce documents for their approval. Introduced site supervisor who was accessible every day and addressed any concerns we had quickly. Coordinated with deck company. Thom has a hard working team that measures and constantly double checks their work. We now have the prettiest yard in the neighborhood. All the landscaping is doing well. It's growing and changing as the months have gone by. Looking forward to our other 3 seasons of color ahead! THANK YOU THOM AND JBK!

My husband and I had been looking around for someone to build us a grill surround and the quotes…read morethat came in were outrageous. JD was able to provide us a reasonable price as well as work with our timeline and get the project done smoothly. We absolutely love how it turned out and will definitely turn to them again.

I contacted XLT Landscape and Patio for a patio and fencing project estimate and promptly had an…read moreestimator (sorry don't recall the name) on site about a week later. I had an hour long discussion with measurements and then never heard from them. I even provided my own measurements, site map, photo log, and description of work to bid on.

We recently purchased a new home and wanted to create a backyard that our family could truly enjoy…read more From the very beginning, Laura was incredible to work with. She provided thoughtful design ideas, walked us through different material options, and helped us stay within our budget every step of the way. Ernesto and his crew were equally impressive. They were always punctual, highly professional, and paid close attention to every detail. Whenever I had a question during the project, Ernesto took the time to explain everything and made sure we stayed aligned with the plan. The project was completed on time, on budget, and the finished backyard exceeded our expectations. The quality of the work speaks for itself, and the entire experience was outstanding from start to finish. I would recommend Laura, Ernesto, and their team without hesitation--in fact, I've already recommended them to my neighbors!

When we moved into our new to us home, the backyard needed a lot of work. We wanted to get it…read morecleaned up as much as possible while being mindful of a budget. Teo was able to recycle a lot of material in our back yard to help bring the price around $5k cheaper than the next best offer. Now when the price is that good, some might expect poor work or follow through. That wasn't the case. The job took a bit longer than expected but Teo was great at communicating if he was going to be back in 1-2 days so he could fulfill smaller projects which I was fine with, especially for the price he saved us. After he laid the sod we did have a couple areas die and Teo came back twice to patch the areas of concern and even patched areas we were not concerned about and changed sprinkler heads to make it more efficient for us. Again, when the price is that good some people might expect to pay the contractor and never see them again but that's not the case. Having a company that follows through and comes back to make things "perfect" is all you can ask for, and him working with us to recycle a lot of material and save us $ made it all worth it. The concrete he added in the front also turned out great. Definitely call to get work done by them if you are on a budget and don't want to worry about half asked jobs. Also if you are wondering why one area is left as dirt, we asked him to leave it like that so we can DIY a garden

I hired this company to replace my back patio. They gave me a fair bid and started the next day!…read more The job was complete within one week. Carlos and his crew were easy to work with and did a fantastic job!

Carlos & his crew recently turned my backyard space from dirt, mud & weeds into a beautiful…read morebackyard where I can now entertain & play outdoor games. I've been enjoying sitting outside & soaking it all in. They completed my project in just 3 days. I definitely recommend.

A Cautionary Review of Land Designs by Colton Our Experience…read moreand Lessons Learned Initially, our experience with Land Designs by Colton seemed promising. The project kicked off smoothly, and we had high expectations based on their assurances and professionalism during the early stages. However, as the work progressed, significant issues began to arise, tarnishing our trust and satisfaction with the company. And then they ghosted us. The Tree Planting Disaster One of the first major problems we encountered was with the landscaping aspect--specifically the planting of trees. Out of the nine trees planted, six died within a relatively short time frame. We had been informed that these trees were under warranty for a year, which gave us some initial reassurance. Unfortunately, when we sought replacements for the dead trees under this warranty, the company did not honor their commitment. This was deeply frustrating and marked the beginning of a series of disappointments in dealing with Land Designs by Colton. Contract Issues Another frustration arose when we attempted to obtain a copy of our contract. We had initially accessed the agreement through Google Docs, but it was mysteriously deleted. When we reached out to Land Designs by Colton for a copy, they claimed they could no longer provide it due to changes in their system following an update. This lack of accountability and transparency added to our growing unease with the company. The Deck Extension Debacle The most costly and distressing issue was related to a deck extension they built for us. After the work was completed, we discovered that the extension had not been permitted--they assured us that this was not necessary. As we began the process of obtaining necessary permits, we learned that the construction itself was not done to code. Specific deficiencies included: * Footings that were not deep enough * Railing spindles with uneven spacing * Stairs that failed to meet code requirements These violations have forced us to reconstruct the deck to meet code standards, incurring additional expenses totaling thousands of dollars. In essence, the deck project has doubled in cost due to their negligence. This has been an incredibly stressful ordeal, both financially and emotionally. Conclusion Our experience with Land Designs by Colton has been nothing short of disastrous. What began as a promising relationship quickly deteriorated due to unfulfilled warranties, lack of transparency regarding contracts, and substandard construction practices that led to code violations. We hope our story serves as a warning to others considering working with this company. Proceed with caution and ensure that every aspect of the contract and work is meticulously monitored to avoid similar hardships. Beware of Land Designs by Colton. What seems fine at the start may end up costing you dearly in the end.

Jonathan is among the most unprofessional vendors I have ever come across…read more For background: I hired him to work on my front lawn, and warned him I'd need him to be flexible as I was also getting a fence installed. I paid him half up front and he did some work. When I needed him to return to finish the lawn after the fence was installed, he strung me along on a finish date for months. I tried to press him to finish the job, and he got nasty. I'd often get trapped in circular conversations with his assistant, who hides behind legalese language, while Jonathan's correspondence was filled with condescension, personal attacks, and threats. (As an example: See below his assistant's response as evidence of the kind of legal speak they use, and how they twist it around in their favor. Pegging blame on the customer without accepting responsibility for their own awful service.) And they're thugs. I had to file a police report after he and his workers broke into our backyard _and garage_ to reclaim what he says are his materials. Some $10 pipes. This is something they'll point to in the contract as a thing he has a right to do. Upon terminating his contract for stringing me along, severe unprofessional behavior, and even violating our safety and security, he charged a termination fee. This would be laughable if it weren't so vindictive. Despite it all, I did pay him whatever ridiculous invoice he'd excuse with his contract in order to get rid of all the vitriol he was turning my way. So... Be wary of his, and his assistant's, predatory contract which they rely on to get away with crappy service. You'll know he deems your project to not be lucrative for him, when he gives you side comments about him "doing you a favor." He lacks follow through to complete a job unless it's on his terms, and he lacks professionalism in dealing with client requests. He gets nasty and personal if you get on his bad side. He loves to tout his educational background, as if to reassure you he's somehow different or that you'd be getting excellent service. Don't fall for it. There are plenty of other contractors in the Denver area who do amazing work in a timely fashion without all the drama. Save yourselves the headache.