Round 2 with Andy and his crew was just as easy as Round 1 when they remodeled our backyard two years ago. Andy continued the look and feel he gave to our backyard, extended our front porch another few feet, and really upgraded the curb appeal with the stonework and plantings. Most importantly, he saved my butt from another contractor that had to perform some work at the same time. Andy went to extraordinary lengths to help me ensure that this "other guy" got his portion of the job completed correctly. I have no doubt that if Andy wasn't there watching out for me, the situation would have ballooned into a lawsuit. In addition to top-shelf craftsmanship, his crew is courteous, friendly and very capable. No problems, no delays, and no hassles. Can't go wrong with this guy! read more

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We were thrilled with Andy and his team. We had just finished a house remodel and our yard was a disaster. Andy created plans for a patio with a raised planter, a short retaining wall to fix our falling fence, and front and rear landscaping. He listened to exactly what we wanted, showed a few additional options, but didn't push us in any direction we didn't want to go. We got bids from 3 contractors and Andy came in slightly higher than the others, but nobody else included or even mentioned critical things like proper drainage, removing the top soil that was a mess from the construction, etc. Andy had no interest in skimping on quality just to match another bid and I respect that. Andy is extremely responsive and is on site every day. The quality of work was incredible without us having to mention anything. The few small things we noticed and brought to his attention were already on his list of things to fix. I wish all contractors were like this! The documentation for billing and progress was extremely clear, change orders were easy, and he actually beat his schedule for both start date and total time to complete. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Andy to anyone. read more

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I definitely recommend Andy Larson's Landscape services. He designed and landscaped our yard this summer and we were very happy with his work. The project included demolition of existing deck and concrete, a substantial stone portion (450 sq ft flagstone patio, 10' bbq island, 30' stone retaining wall, stone gas firepit), irrigation, lighting, tree/shrub planting & lawn, arbor, drainage, etc. The work took about two months with an average of crew of 2-3 people per day. Andy was on site every day to supervise and did some work himself. A strength of his is the way he prices the projects. He gives a complete line-item breakdown of all costs and options (labor and material) on a spreadsheet. This makes it easy to change scope of the project, up or down. He did a superb job - the yard is beautiful, easy to maintain, and very well built. I would not hesitate to hire him again. read more

Top 5 Reasons to Hire Larson Landscape 5. Experience Matters - Andy has been in the landscape business for 20+ years. He knows what works and what doesn't, and what will survive in this climate and what won't. Andy wants to work with serious clients who have serious projects. He's great at working within a budget, but won't cut corners or do something that he knows won't work long-term. 4. Excellent Listener - Andy listened to our requests for a drought-tolerant, deer resistant, visually appealing front yard. He created a fantastic design with native California plants, hardscape, irrigation and lighting. Andy listened to our feedback, implemented our suggestions, and was a true partner throughout this entire project. 3. Professional, Effective Communication - Andy consistently communicated with my husband and me about work timelines, upcoming deliveries, and payment schedules. Everything was well thought through and communicated ahead of time so there were not any surprises. 2. Experienced Craftsmen - Andy's team of workmen are experienced craftsmen in irrigation, lighting, and landscape implementation. The man on his team who built our wall and mailbox stand is a stone artisan and is extremely talented. All of Andy's workmen were extremely friendly, professional, and kept the job site clean throughout the entire project. 1. True Professional - Andy will transform your landscape design project into the Crown Jewel of your neighborhood. If you want to love what you see every time you come home, and have your neighbors constantly compliment your new front yard, then hire Andy. Trust me, he's a true professional and you won't be disappointed. read more

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The Project: Site Cleanup, Irrigation, Import Material, Planting, etc. for approximately 0.75 ac of "yard." Andy undertook this project around December 2009, and worked through the torrential rains this past winter. Between the rains and all the other contractors and consultants getting in the way, I commend him for doing an excellent job. His strengths, in no particular order: good communication, fast to respond via email or phone, very hands-on (literally), good understanding of plant material. One particular item I wish to highlight is that Andy wants to educate his customers so they understand what to look out for as their landscape grows out. He also came out a few times after final payment to check on things, which is VERY UNUSUAL for contractors to do. Two minor quips you should be aware of: 1. Andy is not a "yes" man, if you're looking for that type of contractor. But I prefer to know what will realistically happen, rather than get the BS treatment. 2. If you're planning a large project it will take time, because Andy will never run more than 4-5 people at your job. That being said, I did my homework and met with 4 other landscapers prior to contracting Andy. Six months after completion, I still believe he offered the best mix of price, quality, and speed for our project. read more

First off, I work for a large commercial construction company in the Bay Area. I have extensive experience working with all sorts of contractors and the last thing that I want to do when I get home from work is worry about any additional construction. Working with Andy, I had no worries when I came home. If there is one word that sums up my experience with Larson Landscaping it would be 'transparency.' Our backyard had not been touched in about 20 years and showed it (see pictures). Andy, worked with our initial design concepts which would match our modern style, and elaborated, tying the design aesthetic with our recently remodeled home. The outcome was better than expected and allowed us to enjoy our backyard as an extension of our home. Working in construction, there are 3 things that contractors are judged on: Budget, Schedule, and Quality. On each of these, Andy gets 5 starts. Budget: After discussing our project budget with Andy, he came up with a design which was on budget. Each of the different areas of scope (ie demolition, concrete, planting, irrigation, etc) were broken out into their individual costs and tracked. At the completion of each of the scope items, Andy would bill for the work. During the project, If I made any changes along the way, he would immediately send me a cost change for the work. If I decreased scope, he credited back the amount based upon the cost tracking, and likewise, when I increased scope. I NEVER had any questions regarding what my final project budget was tracking towards, which is why he gets 5 stars. Schedule: A problem that many contractors have is not being able to properly manage clients expectations and promising too much. They then under deliver and thus client satisfaction drops. THIS IS NOT THE CASE WITH ANDY. From the start of the project, he was honest and direct about how long the project was going to take. We really wanted our project to be completed prior to the arrival of our second child and while Andy said he would TRY to make it happen, he didn't blindly say "Yes." In the end, due to Andy's crews efficiency and our ability to make decision quickly, the project was completed prior to our new baby. For Andy's transparency regarding schedule and then his effort to bring the project completion in sooner, Larson Landscaping gets 5 stars. *Quick side note on schedule: If you are willing to make decisions quickly regarding selection of materials, you can greatly help your project schedule. Delays in decision making or going back and changing your mind cause a project to loose momentum, and thus add time to a project. Quality: Much of a projects quality comes from the construction of items that are not seen once the final planting has occurred. Items such as drainage, soil compaction/base rock/rebar placement for concrete and irrigation greatly impact the way a project looks during the subsequent years and not just on day 1. With my commercial construction background, it was easy to see that Andy builds his projects to a "commercial" standard. This means that he follows the best construction practices from start to finish. There is nothing worse than having concrete installed and then within a couple of months, you see large cracks forming. Due to the work the Andy does BEFORE he pours the concrete, our project looks brand new, even after 6 months. Again, 5 stars for Andy's building quality from start to finish. In closing, if you are looking for a contractor who plans accurately, has good communication, transparency regarding costs, and builds a quality project, Larson Landscape is the contractor for you. read more

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Andy and his team overhauled our backyard back in 2012. We were finally ready to tackle the front yard this summer and we had no doubt that we would call up Andy again. Once again Andy and his team exceeded our expectations on what we were envisioning for the front yard. I appreciate how organized he and his team are and how the project is broken out on timeline and payments. He also doesn't overwhelm you to try to make all of the decisions to be made up front. As each stage is moving forward he tells you when you need to make the next set of decisions. He was also very patient with me on my few moments of panic when I couldn't quite visualize the outcome mid construction and he would calmly walk me through it and give me visual markers on where things would be in the end. :-) Of course I should have known that I had nothing to worry about because the front yard came out awesome! We just wrapped up last week with the final touches of lighting and WOW! Looks amazing! Our neighbors who watched our house go through the entire process can't stop giving us compliments on how it turned out. A big thanks to Andy and his entire team for their hard work and professionalism from start to finish! read more

Andy Larson is a true landscape professional. We recently engaged Larson Landscape on a landscape design and construction job to completely renovate our front and back yard. We are thrilled with the results! We highly recommend Andy to anyone searching for a turnkey landscape service with a hands-on professional that is knowledgeable, hard working and capable of transforming your landscape on budget and on time. The Job In the back yard we created five (5) distinct zones that were seamlessly integrated: Outdoor kitchen with natural stone bar, porcelain tile countertops, stainless steel appliances, cedar arbor and 60" TV, natural stone fire pit, dining area, game area and dog run. New irrigation, gas, electrical, lighting and climate appropriate vegetation were also added. In the front yard, we replaced the driveway, boulevard, walkway and lawn as well as expanded the front porch. New irrigation, lighting and climate appropriate vegetation were also added. High Quality Materials and Craftsmanship Larson Landscape is a professional outfit that selects materials to meet the customer's expectations and works tirelessly to create a lasting end product. This was really apparent when we built the outdoor kitchen. They stretched the boundaries of stone and tile to deliver a beautiful, curved bar area. On Budget and On Time A diligent budgeting and planning process helped create mutual accountability to get the job done on budget and on time. As with any construction job, there were many decisions to make and Andy supported each one with sound reasoning to consider with tradeoffs between form, function and price. Each surprise we encountered was dealt with together from a reasonable perspective. Effective Communicator Andy's approach to planning combined with his expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction enabled a really productive dialog during the entire process. He is constantly on the job so he is familiar with the details of the project. As things came up, we dealt with them logically and professionally. He is not a yes man, which we really appreciated because it forced us to make the right choices. Skilled Crew The Larson Landscape crew is awesome! They share Andy's values and they work really, really hard. It's never easy to live through a construction job of this magnitude but his crew went above and beyond to respect our privacy, to efficiently manage the job site and to create beautiful work. Call Larson Landscape! This renovation greatly enhanced the curb appeal of our house and completely changed how we entertain family and friends. We regularly enjoy the backyard as a true extension of our home. We love it! If you want to hire a professional landscape construction company that will work tirelessly to transform your outdoor living space then call Andy Larson. read more

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I cannot say enough good things about Andy and his crew. Andy was great to work with. He did everything from the initial design, to the construction of our yard, and we could not be happier with the results. Andy was always available to answer any questions or concerns we had, and always kept me updated on the project so that I never was wondering or guessing on how the progress was going. He is awesome at what he does, and it shows in the final results. His crew was great also. They left the work site clean at the end of each day, and were always friendly and courteous to us. Their skills are great, as is evident in the work that they do. I cannot stress enough how happy we are with the final result of the yard. It was amazing to see the concept on paper, and then to see it brought to life by Andy and his crew. The final result is leaps and bounds better than anything I could have envisioned before the project got underway. Everyone who has seen the yard since Andy finished is amazed at how it looks. Now it's time to start building up the funds so we can have Andy come back and work on our front yard. read more

Although we already had completed the plans for our backyard remodel, we chose Larson Landscape for the actual work due to their Yelp reviews. Coincidently, while getting quotes we discovered that Andy & crew were just finishing a remodel on our friend's backyard in Almaden Valley, so it was nice to confirm first hand with the posts that we were reading. I'm pleased to say that Andy and his crew went the extra mile in all phases of the project. Our project consisted of demo of existing hardscape and decking, prep and installation of paver hardscape, built in BBQ island, gas line installation, fire pit, water feature, lighting, plant/trees, new lawn, and irrigation/drainage throughout backyard. I wanted to do the wood work myself (Pergola, Arbors and swing), and Andy and his crew seamlessly worked with me (often guiding me...) on this effort. The primary reason we chose Larson Landscape over other contractors is that we knew Andy would not be a "yes man". This was our first time doing a backyard project of this magnitude, and we recognized that we didn't know best practices. Our desire was to leverage Andy's many years of know-how and expertise into our project. I'm pleased to write Andy is not a "yes man", and that he had many suggestions that we incorporated into our new back yard. Full disclosure: Andy does have strong opinions, so just be aware of this as you make your decisions throughout the process. I will tell you that Larson Landscape was not the cheapest quote we received, but we wanted the job done right and we felt after talking with Andy that we would certainly get what we were paying for. When we did need to initiate change orders, it was not a nickel and dime situation and Andy was always considerate of our budget. Communication was fantastic, with Andy consistently providing the upcoming week's plan/schedule. When we did have questions, Andy would quickly get back to us. As I sit here typing this review overlooking our beautiful new backyard, choosing Larson Landscape was probably the best choice of the many we made over the last five months of this project. Good luck on your project. read more

There are not enough words to describe the amazing work that Andy and his team did! He gave us the backyard of our dreams! Our house was brand new and the backyard was absolute dirt! Let me tell you, going in to this we had absolutely no idea what we wanted. Andy took our thoughts and put together a beautiful design plan including a water feature, fire pit, bar with BBQ, lighting, speakers and wired for TV! It is like a photo you would only see in Better Homes and Gardens. So, not only is he creative, but Andy is the most understanding, patient and well organized contractor we have ever worked with. HIs attention to detail is unmatched. He gave us a timeline and provided in detail the work that would be done each week....and guess what ......he stuck to that exact timeline and finished right on time...that never happens! His team is one of the best. His travertine and stone guys do immaculate work. Everyone he brings to the site is smart, detail oriented and clean. What you don't expect is that Andy answered everyone of my calls or texts no matter the time or day of the week. He went above and beyond to make sure we were happy, and was even open to one on of my crazy suggestions. Great Job Andy read more

Andy (Larson Landscape) just finished up our backyard renovation and I wish I could give him 10 stars!!!! We found Andy through Yelp (be sure to look at the filtered reviews here too) and after interviewing him and several other Landscape designers/contractors decided he was the right fit for the job we had. We needed a sunroom taken down, the entire backyard leveled and essentially a complete redo. Andy first came back with a design that was beyond what we ever could have imagined. He thought about the location of our arbor so that we had a view of the whole yard so we could keep an eye on the kids wherever they were playing and he has a great eye for overall design aesthetics. Along with this design came a budget that was broken down line item by line item, allowing us to determine where and how we wanted to spend our budget. The work was started quickly after we agreed on the work to be done and every day we'd come home from work to see amazing progress. Andy was out every day checking on the job and his team left our yard cleaned up at the end of each day. Whenever I had questions, Andy responded quickly to my emails and phone calls. Larson Landscape even finished our job about 3 weeks earlier than anticipated, which means we get to enjoy our backyard for more of the summer! I can't say enough great things about Larson Landscape and probably my best endorsement is that we'll be using them again for our front yard. One other note, my Dad is a retired contractor, so he had a ton of questions to make sure we were using a "legit" contractor that knew what he was doing. As he reviewed Andy's plans and the details of the contract, he kept saying that the materials they were using were beyond what was required and that Larson Landscape was obviously knowledgeable and did quality work. He was also pleased as the work began and he would check in on what was done every few days. read more

Called quickly but shut down my project just as quickly. I have a nice budget for landscaping both my front and backyard. I said I had the water company out to measure for the rebate program and he said he would have to pass because he didn't work with the program. I never said I was locked into the program but agreed that passing would probably be in the best interest. Trying to work with a contractor who shut me down before I even explained what I want is not a good way to get my business or my money. read more

Andy and his team did an amazing job on our large yard remodel. We had our pool removed and the drainage issues fixed. Andy designed a beautiful deck, patio, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, driveway and porch that blends wonderfully into the nature around our property. The plants and lighting design adds the wow factor to our remodel and gives our home gorgeous curb appeal. We would recommend Andy and his team for their vision, integrity and the gorgeous outcome of our yard. read more

My husband and I hired Andy and his crew to redo our entire back yard this past summer, and we highly recommend him. He is amazing! We gave him an overgrown, odd-shaped, and outdated yard and told him we wanted an area big enough for a large dining table, an outdoor kitchen with bar seating, and a fire pit. That was the extent of what we gave him to start with. We have no talent for design so we had Andy do the design as well, and we are so grateful that he did - see the before and after pictures below. The pictures speak more than words ever could. But here are a few more words... Andy and his crew were the most professional team we have ever worked with - 100% reliable, always on time, always cleaned up after themselves, and a very, very skilled and hardworking bunch. Andy's poor guys hauled out 40+ cubic yards of dirt out of our yard - by wheelbarrow! Thanks to them, we went from a yard that only our dogs used to an amazing yard that we use and enjoy every day. read more

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We found and choose Andy through Yelp. Every review we read was exactly on point, and Larson Landscape was definitely the right company for us. We were so pleased with Andy's work, that I actually created a yelp account, and made a point to review many other companies over time in hopes that my review would not get filtered by the algorithms. Andy designed our backyard, side yards, and front yard. We started with the back due to our own budget and time frame, but he is more than capable of great design work. He also understands all the mechanics of why somethings will work and others will not. We appreciated this more and more as our backyard took place. The foundation he lays as far as planning, drains, soils, etc... will ensure that the project is right the first time and will last. One thing you will really enjoy is that during the planning and quoting process, he breaks everything down line by line, so if you are deciding what to include and why something costs what it does, there is absolutely no confusion. The transparency is very nice to have. We do not have the largest spaces, but Andy made the most of every square inch we had to work with. We even had another type of contractor come out during the project and the guy asked who we were using for the landscaping, we told him Larson Landscape and he said that was his guess, he has worked around a lot of Andy's jobs and he can just tell by the quality of everything and how Andy makes the most use out of the space available. The demo, planning, layout, and construction, all went according to plan. They even finished ahead of schedule. Andy is a GREAT communicator. He listens to you, even though he may already know the answer to your question, before you ask it, he will listen, understand your concern and give you an answer that addresses your concern and educates you as to why he is giving you the answer he is. Andy and his guys are prompt, efficient and always do what they say they are going to do. If a plan changes because of weather or an unforeseen circumstance, he communicates it very well and if it is possible to keep the job moving he does. His crews are very hard workers, they are nice and definitely know what they are doing. Andy and his team are so proficient at what they do that their work almost looks easy. They do not cut corners, everything is done correctly and at the appropriate time. As an example I didn't want my new sprinkler system to rattle the pipes under my house like the old ones did. He explained why the old ones rattled, what he does to prevent that, makes all the necessary changes to make sure I don't have the problem in the future. He was right and I am so glad I listened and made the changes. Andy is very hands on with everything, you will see him involved in all aspects of the project and everything is communicated through him. He is very responsive! Phase one of our backyard has been complete for a few months now and we absolutely love everything about it. Every time we walk out there we love the way it feels and works functionally. We definitely look forward to working with Andy and Larson Landscape in the future on the rest of our projects, and we always recommend him to anyone considering work on their yards. read more

After extensively searching for a landscaping company who contracted with an architect or had their own, my husband and I found Larson Landscape. It is a new home and we wanted quality hardscape work. Andy, the company owner/ architect/ contractor was extremely professional, always arrived promptly for our meetings, gave us fabulous advice, worked only with quality materials, answered my constant questions / educated me patiently, well written contracts, stuck to timeline and even finished way ahead of schedule. His employees were extremely friendly, respectful, and considerate ( if they knew my daughter was napping, they tried making less noise or working on the opposite side of the yard). We are so pleased with our back yard that we decided we will rehire them next year to do our front yard. read more

We are extremely pleased with the every aspect of the work and results received from and Andy and his great crew! Andy is great to work with and really listens. We had quite a large project that we put off for quite some time due to the fact that it would be a long process and there was much concrete to remove. Andy and his crew made it seamless! We were impressed with how quickly and efficiently it was done. We had our yard torn out to start from scratch and Andy had great suggestions on hardscape including pavers for driveway, walkway, mailbox, retaining wall, columns, porch, a beautiful new entrance way for our front door, landscape, lighting, irrigation, new fencing and beautiful gates. I am sure I left a few things out. We had so much done. Every aspect of the job went extremely well. Andy really listens, offers valuable suggestions and provided insight through every aspect of our project. He shows up to the job every day to make sure everything is going as planned and check in on the progress of the job. Andy is always easy to get a hold of and very responsive. We appreciated the fact that when we had a ideas he professionally would suggest things that would possibly work better rather than just agreeing with us. We appreciated it this because he knows what he is doing and everything he suggested has been the right choice. As far as his crew, they are great. Very professional, very skilled with expertise in their various areas. We were very impressed with everyone on the job. They would show up at 7:45, sit in their cars until 8 a.m. and start their work. They were never late. They were extremely considerate and tidy. They cleaned up every single day rather than leave everything out. They work very hard and if something did not look right to them they would take care of it and make sure it was done properly. As far as timeline, they did a fantastic job keeping on track and Andy was excellent at letting us know where they were in the job. We kept adding a few things here and there so it extended the job a bit but that was due to us adding more to the job. As far as adding more to the job, Andy was patient and his crew great. We are extremely happy with our yard. It has been completed for just under three months now and every day we leave and come home we get much pleasure form the beauty of our yard. Larson Landscape completely transformed our yard. It is absolutely beautiful and professionally done. All of Andy's recommendations were spot on and we highly recommend Larson Landscape. We would not work with any else. read more

Let me add my kudos to Andy's job. Landscaped our front yard based on my wife's design perfectly. Took front yard from blight of the neighborhood to the showcase. Excellent job. Now if I could only get him to reconsider his political views. read more

We also highly recommend Andy Larson for your landscape needs! Andy and his team did a wonderful job implementing a design we already had created by another designer. Things we liked about Andy and his team's work: * Andy's work shows consistently good quality (in our backyard and all the homes we visited on his references list) * Andy's staff does an excellent job and Andy has worked with them for many years so we feel safe with them at our home * Andy has excellent knowledge/expertise regarding irrigation and drainage (the best we've seen of several contractors we considered) * Andy is on-site almost daily and always reachable/responsive * Andy has excellent communication and emphasizes keeping his clients informed * Andy stays on budget and on-time; all changes to budget/schedule are driven by clients (not errors by Andy) * Andy is also a designer and was able to collaborate with us and our designer regarding any changes along the way Also, Andy's bid was in the ball park - very fair and not highest nor lowest. His spreadsheet approach to cost makes it easy to see specific costs and consider tradeoffs. Most important - we are very happy with the results; we love our "new" backyard! read more

Once again, Andy Larson has wowed us with a fantastic job. This time it was our front yard...How to balance a massive amount of concrete driveway with no landscaping worth keeping? As usual, Andy came up with a wonderful design including brick banding for the driveway, trees, grasses, a stone tower for address plaque and beautiful lighting. He also provided us with a spreadsheet upfront, itemizing the individual and total cost(s) of the project so there were no surprises. The results were incredible. He finished early AND under budget. You cannot go wrong with this guy. His communication skills before, during and after the project alone are worth hiring him. read more

After completion of our home remodel, it was time to address the front and back yards which were in very poor condition. Our plan was to remove all plants, trees, walkways, patios and driveway and start fresh. We needed a designer and landscape contractor and searched for a company who could provide both. Larson Landscaping was the third company we interviewed and felt very comfortable with Andy Larson (owner) from the beginning. Our challenge was to come up with a design and plan that fit our budget without spending an excessive amount for the design. The first two companies did their design fees on an hourly basis without a cap. Consultation throughout the project would have been extra. Andy offered a design for a set fee of $600 which would be credited toward the project if we chose him as the contractor. He explained the reduced cost was to provide us with a design concept which would allow him to provide a more accurate bid. I didn't feel there was much to lose (others had indicated $2000 + to start a bid) to see a design on paper. After talking with Andy about our ideas for the yard, he provided a plan which amazed us. We only requested a few adjustments in the hardscape dimensions. His bid was quite reasonable compared to other general estimates that were given. The work went smoothly and Andy was always around throughout the project. We love the end result and appreciate Andy continuing to follow up on the landscaping. He also is replacing at no charge a few plants that died. We highly recommend Andy (Larson Landscaping) for your landscaping needs. read more

Andy is a gifted landscape designer and his team did an excellent job getting our back yard beautified. We bought our house and the backyard needed some serious TLC. Andy worked out a design, a budget and a plan to get it going. Very happy with his work ethic, the quality, and the flexibility around our budget constraints. Thanks Andy and Larson Landscape! read more

We could not be happier with the work done and results achieved by Andy and his team from Larson Landscapes. Andy himself is great to work with. He listened to our ideas; added helpful suggestions; provided insights into what was and was not possible and helped us through all aspects of the project. Whenever we had questions or concerns Andy was always available, prompt and clear with his responses. Nothing was left hanging or unclear to become a concern. The work itself went great for us especially since Andy and his team had to contend with seemingly ever changing and more stringent constraints imposed by our HOA. Each of these constraints made the work more tiresome and difficult for Andy but each was addressed and worked through. The guys in the work crew were also great; very polite and considerate. Those guys worked so hard and carefully and well. All the work was done with such impressive skill and expertise. The work area was left clean and tidy after each days' work and disruption for us was minimal thanks to their efforts. Final results in our yard are spectacular. The final results are even more beautiful than we hoped and we're pleased with everything from the hardscaping to the plant choices and placement. read more

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Andy Larson and his team did a wonderful job making our very small back yard into a beautiful and very usable space. He walked us through the design process and was very clear on the process, expectations, cost elements, etc. so there were no surprises. Andy's design was wonderful. His team installed real used brick patio and walkway which blows us away, and Andy designed and built a lovely and substantial pergola (with lights) for our little outdoor area, as well as installing a gorgeous fountain and lighting on timers so that we can enjoy our yard at night too. His team also trenched and installed a permitted gas line for a built-in barbecue which is super-convenient. Andy designed and installed overhead lighting for the barbecue area too, along with cool cedar and stainless steel trellises which we never would have thought of ourselves but really love. Can't say enough about the great workmanship, the excellent design, and about the professional and ongoing communication throughout the job. Every day we got an update about what was going to happen that day and at the end of the day another update saying how things went. This was one of the best investments we've made in our house -- well worth the money. read more

Hiring Larson Landscape was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Their design for my backyard was amazing, far beyond my imagination, and the final result was more than incredible. From the big picture, down to the last detail, Andy thought it all through. I love my backyard now! They are by far the best contractors that I have ever hired. Andy communicated every week what the schedule would be for the week/day. He and his team were prompt and worked hard the entire day. They cleaned up daily as well. There were no surprised on the cost. Every change I requested, he let me know what the charge would be so I could make and educated decision. There is nothing bad I can say about Larson Landscape. It was the smoothest, best run project I've ever hired out. I would highly recommend them. You can't go wrong with them and you'll love the end result. Amazing! read more

Gee, I hope my review doesn't get filtered out like all their other good reviews (make sure you read the filtered reviews as well!). We are very happy with the work Larson Landscape did on our back yard. They redesigned our back yard to give it a more open feel; installed a redwood deck, flagstone patio, irrigation system and lighting; planted new sod/plants; and replaced part of our redwood good neighbor fence. Andy Larson, the owner, will work with you to come up with a design that fits your budget. Initially, we had him include everything we could possibly want. When he gave us the cost estimate, everything was itemized so it was relatively easy to see which items we could eliminate to lower the cost. He will tell you if he thinks something you have in mind won't work (which in my opinion is a good thing and why I'm paying him the big bucks), but he won't try to pressure you into something you don't want to do or try to upsell you. Andy is great at keeping you informed on the status of your project and stops by to check in on his crew at least once a day (usually a couple times). He's very easy to get ahold of if you have questions during your project, and responds to emails quickly. Everyone on the crew is very professional - they showed up on time and they worked hard. I was at home most of the time the work was going on and I never saw anyone standing around goofing off. We also really appreciated that Andy and his crew were very respectful of our neighbors. Our neighbor across the street had trouble getting in/out of her driveway because one of the trailers parked in front our house was so big. Andy replaced the big trailer with a smaller one, even though it would mean more trips for him to empty the trailer. The crew does not go back and forth between other jobs so your project is completed as quickly as possible. We had a couple unexpected issues that changed the scope of the project, but even with the changes, our project was still pretty much on schedule. Andy quickly presented us with options that were acceptable to us and resolved the issues. They were even flexible and worked around our schedule when we realized at the last minute that we should have our outdoor bar area painted before they planted the sod and plants. Once all the work was completed, Andy taught us how to use the sprinkler and lighting controls and gave us tips on how to keep the lawn looking like new. He does not leave you high and dry once he gets his final payment - he stopped by periodically for a few weeks to make sure the plants and new grass were thriving. This was our first time hiring someone to do a big home improvement project. When you're spending this kind of money, you need to feel like you can trust the person you're hiring. From the first meeting we had with Andy, we could tell he was very knowledgeable and he ran his business on the up and up. We would not hesitate to hire Larson Landscape again, and have already recommended them to several people. read more

I just requested for a quote on a project for a range of prices and I receieved a response stating they don't operate this way and its best to find another contractor. Well....1. You have the quote option on Yelp on. 2. If you wanted to provide excellent service, why don't you suggest on how it's best to do business with you company. Overall sad experience from the start that. Not worth my time. Potential customers beware read more

Nice guy on the phone. Unfortunately they don't take jobs that are less than 20-30k. I needs sod and irrigation so it would have been no where close. But 4 stars for being upfront about it and kind on the phone. I can't recommend work as we didn't qualify. read more

I highly recommend Larson Landscape. The Project: remove the deck in my townhouse patio and replace it with concrete pavers. The job was done without a problem, on time, in budget, and with great attention to detail. Andy paid particular attention to proper drainage and irrigation for the planting borders . A port-o-potty was provided for the workers so they didn't need to come into the house during the day and they were always on time, neat, and cleaned up the job site every day. Andy communicated with me daily on the progress of the project. The result is a beautiful patio. read more

We recently had Andy completely tear out our ever-so-ugly front yard (May of 2011) and I just can't say enough about his work. He was referred to me by a friend/co-worker and, of course, the first thing I did was look him up on Yelp! From the moment he showed up at our house to the moment he was done, every detail was spelled out, there was never any surprises, and if Andy didn't like the way something looked, he fixed it (he's a bit of a perfectionist). :) All of his sub-contractors were fantastic and professional, too. I used to be so embarassed by our yard but now when I drive up, I just can't believe it's mine. All of our neighbors and people walking by stop and compliment us all the time! Now I look at my backyard and can't wait to get him back there to tear it up! :) I highly recomment Andy for ANY landsape job you have! read more

Larson Landscape accomplished a great makeover of our back yard, on schedule. Andy uses only top-notch workers, subs, and suppliers, and he manages them exceptionally well. He was very responsive to the few problems that arose. He was on the site nearly every day, and did most of the tricky stuff (wiring, plumbing) personally. I am very pleased with the quality of the materials and the work. The back yard is now a show piece. read more

Andy completely landscaped our back and side yards last summer over the course of approximately 8 weeks, which included not only putting in new grass and vegetation, but building a large deck and arbor, veggie planters, privacy screens, garbage choral, new arbor and walkway for the entrance, walkways throughout, kid-safe fences, and a backyard swing. Not only did he given us a nice lawn and pretty landscaping, but his work essentially provides another over-sized outdoor room for us to live in. We spent most of the summer and early fall eating and playing out there!! His attention to detail was fantastic, running from things like ensuring that our gas meter wasn't an eyesore in the newly landscaped area to maintaining the design of our deck - the centerpiece of our landscaping - throughout railings and gates to make the whole thing more pleasing to the eye and pulled together. Andy worked with us and our crazy schedules, making sure that the work was completed as promised with minimal intrusion on our lives and keeping the place clean and kid-friendly throughout the process. He helped us immensely in the design phase, taking into account our ideas and desires and helping us focus and improve these to ensure that the final work held together and providing several options along the way to help us keep within our budget. He checked on the work almost daily, and his contractors were polite, neat, and friendly throughout the process. I have recommended Andy to several folks since the work was done and would not hesitate to hire him again!! read more

We loved working w/ Andy (Larson Landscaping) and are so pleased with our new patio. From our first consultation, we felt confident that Andy was the right contractor for us, though he recommended that we consult others too before contracting. Since we needed a sump pump for drainage and a gas line installed and electrical work requiring permits and Homeowner Association approval, it was it was important to us that our contractor be knowledgeable, experienced, and professional. Andy delivered in all regards. We appreciated his candor in advising against our original intent (slate tile on concrete slab recommended by another contractor) due to likelihood of slate chipping and inability to access water pipes underneath in event of emergency flooding (which actually happened to our townhouse neighbor.) He recommended several display showrooms where we could take samples and select our pavers and stone finish on the waterfall and fire pit. We appreciated that he itemized the quote for the entire project so that we could see the impact of different choices. His subcontractors were all skilled craftsmen (masons, plumber, electrical, HVAC) and very polite and professional. Andy was on site daily and very responsive by email/phone to any questions/concerns. I think sometimes I frustrated his natural tendency to drive to closure (not a bad trait to have in a contractor by the way) by my being indecisive at times. For example, I changed my mind on a few plant choices after final payment requiring him to replant but he did so and also fixed a sprinkler head that wasn't working properly. Overall though I was thrilled with his selections of plants including some that I hadn't seen before in nurseries (e.g. Japanese Blood Grass and Variegated Summer-blooming Iris.) His eye for aesthetics is right-on including the choice and placement of lighting fixtures. He even surprised me and went out on his lunch break to purchase a decorative bulb for the porch light when all I had on hand was an ugly compact florescent bulb. We couldn't be more pleased with the finished patio. Andy's work is both structurally solid and beautiful. Our neighbors peek through our front gate and rave compliments. One has already contracted his services. I would highly recommend Andy for his outstanding work and friendly demeanor. read more

My experience with Andy Larson from Larson Landscape met or exceeded all my expectations. I came across Larson Landscape when I was admiring some work that they were doing for one of my neighbors. Living in a townhouse with a modest patio area, I was worried about finding a reputable landscaper that would take on a smaller project. When I saw the work Andy was doing for my neighbor, I knew I had found the guy. Andy first met with me to to discuss what I was looking to accomplish with the remodel. I told him that I was looking for something simple that would make my small space seem as large as possible. Andy drew up the plans and we were off to the races. Andy was a constant fixture on site while the work was being done. We met regularly to review work that had already been accomplished and what our options were for next steps. From the lighting to the plants, I had the final input on which choices we made. The work was done in a timely manner and things were always left in good condition when the crew stopped for the day. I am very pleased with the final product and love all the compliments from friends when they see what I've done. read more

I interviewed several landscaping companies who would be open to doing something with my very small patio space. I live in a townhouse, so my 250 square foot patio is the only outdoor space I have. When I moved in, the current landscaping seemed "charming", but as time went on, I realized how tragic it actually was. Andy at Larson Landscape was the final selection and I could not be happier. As a new home owner, unfamiliar with contractors, Andy made it easy. Not only does he have a great eye and aesthetic, he also took me step by step through the process. Everything he promised, he delivered on time and on budget. He transformed my unruly patio into a charming and beautiful space complete with lighting and irrigation for the new plants. When and if I end up at a new place, Andy will be the first person I call if I need some help in artfully transforming my outdoor space! This guy is the best!!! read more