After living in my new construction house, my wife and I decided that it was finally time to get a…read morebackyard patio. All we saw was a bare backyard with a lot of green grass with some weeds. We did have some "wants" on our list which included a natural gas firepit, natural gas line for grill, seating for ~6-8 people, and enough room for entertain with some food, drinks, and a nice place to relax. From the start to the finish, Grant and Power was completely different than the other companies. Other locations just met you outside, what you wanted, and how big. Then we got a quote. However, when I contacted Grant and Powers, they started out with an email with some essential information like their insurance, a pamphlet and other information to get us started. We talked about what we were looking and then waited for our appointment Our appointment was different. Instead of going outside and talking about size... Gene sat us down to talk to us. He wanted to know what we wanted, what we were looking for and what we wanted to spend. We told him about how we were going to use the space and what we wanted and gave him our budget. Afterwards we talked about modern trends and what designs are in/out, how we wanted to place everything. Then off he went with the rest of the team to start designing it after a small down payment. He asked about budget and we talked about how much it might cost, but of course, the final bill could vary depending on the design. A few weeks later, we had another appointment where he showed us the design and it was amazing. They really sat down and listened to what we wanted because it looked amazing. The budget was completely out of our range.. granted, we knew our budget was on the low side of things, but they were willing to work with us to make this affordable. Finally, our day arrived. We got a call the night before that they were arriving in the morning to get started. During the process, the team were good...i would give them a 4.5/5 for a few minor things.They did talk to us a few times but I wish we were updated better. They were good about protecting our lawn even though some areas did suffer. Luckily (For us and them), our backyard had nothing out there. It was just bare land with green-ish grass. From start to finish, they were done in a week. We waited an extra day for another group of guys to show up to set up the firepit and show us how to use it. They were in and out fairly quickly. In the end, we got a beautiful patio. One section to entertain/eat. The other area is for the firepit and grill. Due to the design, they both feel separate from each other. We did find some minor damages that the team did not let me know or Gene. But he is going out of his way to making it right and I appreciate it. Ive had some neighbors stop by to marvel at the patio. Overall, if I were to ever move away, I would go back to this company to design a beautiful space again. I would completely recommend this company if you are looking for the same.

We had our backyard patio redone by G & P. After meeting with Shawn to discuss the design, he had…read morea beautiful mockup made up for us before the work began. Scheduling was easy, they got right to work. When there were issues, Shawn was in touch immediately and the issues were resolved often before we even realized they existed. The patio and retaining wall are gorgeous! The steps out to the yard, and the stoop from the house are a HUGE improvement over what we had before, and all done for a very reasonable price, especially since we did shop around. Needless to say, we love our new backyard and hubby even says he now has room for more grills! We have no complaints; the workmanship, value, and communication were all outstanding.

We contacted Hope's Landscaping in July 2018 for an on-site consultation. We had an aging deck…read morethat was getting little use and wanted to know what was possible if we were to replace it with a brick paver patio. They promptly set up a visit and Ernie came out and checked out the area. A day later, he came back with a vision for what was possible (we literally had no idea what to do and were relying on the opinions of contractors). He explained what would fit the space best, what sorts of things would detract from the space, and the best "bang for our buck." He was open with his pricing, laying out all the details of what was included, discounts, etc. We decided to go with them to: 1) Remove the deck 2) Remove two older raised garden beds 3) Remove an area of pea gravel separating the raised garden beds and deck. 4) Create a two-tiered patio, with curving edges, that steps down to a built-in fire pit and a half-moon style stairs leading up to the adjacent sun room. 5) Put in garden beds edging the patio with custom plants. 6) Finish the area with sod. What followed is the only "less than 5 star" part of my review. We were told a start date of August 25, contingent upon rain and other projects; we completely understood. Late August came and for a couple weeks the communication about the project progress came to a standstill. It took about 3 weeks of voicemails and emails to finally get a response and explanation about the delay (health issues with crew members and some weather delays). I expressed my concern about simply improving communication and from that point forward, we had no issues with the office folk, Ernie, or anyone at Hope's. I think it was simply that they were overwhelmed at the time. Because of the delays, our project ran into a winter "pause." The deck was torn out late fall in 2018, and then in April, the work on the space truly began. One thing that we were VERY impressed with was the thoughtfulness each and every day by the work crew as they packed up to leave. They would pick up the area, organize any tools or bricks, blow off the patio, etc., just to make it "look nice" until the next day, even if the area wasn't even close to being ready for use. When the project got close to being done, Ernie met with us regularly again to discuss the garden beds, finishing the project, and other details. We were given a list of plants to choose for the garden beds (custom listed and appropriate for the shadiness of the areas), and Ernie was receptive to my wanting to create (on my own) a small in-ground strawberry garden (in the pictures, this is the rectangle of bare dirt not covered by the new sod--Ernie gave his opinion on the size and placement of that bed so as to not detract from the appeal of the patio and other beds). All-in-all, we would hands-down recommend Hope's Landscaping, especially if you "lack creative vision" like we did. Ernie has a talent for creating a project FOR YOU and FOR YOUR SPACE.

Ernie came out on time. Work was done professionally and expeditiously. Communication was…read moreoutstanding. I would hire them again. (they graded, laid sod and made planting beds in our back yard after we had a pool removed and deck replaced)

I have been with them for the better part of 15 years or more. Great landscaping and lawn…read moremaintenance. 5 star rating. I would give them more stars if there were any to be had. Good value for the work always on time. Great for the buck.

The backyard of my newly purchased house had been long neglected. Small amounts of rain were enough…read moreto turn it into a mud pit and the plants and decor were haphazard and mostly neglected. Nick and his team came in and transformed the space into something amazing. The drainage issues have been completely solved, the new stone outcropping walls and patio are beautiful, and the plant choices have brightened up the entire space. I don't have any before photos, but the after photos speak for themselves. 5/5

Denise created a landscape plan for Highland Elementary School's Habitat garden. It takes into…read moreconsideration the best sites for each plant, providing food and shelter for wildlife, year-round visual appeal, and ease of maintenance. We will be implementing it in the spring (2017) and I can't wait to see it after a year or two, I'm confident it will be beautiful! I would highly recommend Denise to anyone who wants a native garden that will be gorgeous and low-maintenance. She's the best!

From the owner: Good-Natured Landscapes LLC is a design company only, featuring native plants and other…read moreenvironmentally friendly practices. This has been our speciality since 2005.

We solicited bids from four firms to help refresh our paver patio. The work required power washing,…read morereseting many of the stones that settled over time, adding new sand, sealing the sand and stones. Of the four bids, three aligned and were within 10%. The fourth was much higher than the three and was quickly discounted as the outlier. When Keith came out to my home, his expertise was clear. Keith listened to my needs, shared his ideas, showed pictures, and quoted accordingly. Keith promised a clean and professional result and Morlock delivered on that promise. In short, I am very happy with my patio. The pavers look nearly new and when water hits the patio, the water beads off the surface and runs away from the house. The surface is not slippery at all. The provided images don't do the actual work justice. If you live in their service area, call Morlock Landscape & Design. Once Keith puts eyes on your project and get talking, you too will be sold on Morlock's expertise.

From the owner: Over 30 Years of Landscape, Design & Maintenance Experience Including:Design and installation or…read morerepair of brick/stone retaining walls, paver patios and drivewaysBeautiful & unique landscape design ideasExpert landscape accent lightingDrainage solutionsWeekly lawn & landscape maintenanceFertilizing/aeration/dethatchingMulch delivery and installationTree and shrub pruning or removalSprinkler system installation, start up and repair

Spotting the glowing review of Naper's hair guru, Niki Moon (along with a host of other very happy…read morecustomers), I zeroed in on this landscaping business over the winter. I didn't even bother contacting anyone else. I was so set on Matt doing my space that I emailed him in January, making sure that I would be near the top of his list. Understanding that they're a boutique sized design company, I knew that wait times could pile up in a hurry, so I did not drag my feet to contact him. --I wanted my house on his radar before he was slammed with inquiries! I was lying in bed at night, obsessing about my yard in December so no way was I going to procrastinate getting on his schedule. I couldn't afford to lose sleep all summer as I waited my turn! FYI: Don't be afraid to contact him about small projects. I have a fairly small front yard and was initially worried that he wouldn't want to take on a smaller scale project, but he assured me that size wouldn't deter him. The benefit of emailing him well before spring was that I heard back from him immediately. If the glowing reviews hadn't already sealed the deal, his personable responses certainly did. I could tell immediately that he was someone I would enjoy working with. My gut feeling was not wrong. I have had multiple projects running back-to-back and have been dealing with a plethora of people. Matt and his crew were the most professional and most enjoyable people (by far) to work with. And my yard.... my yard is gorgeous. I can't believe what an impact even a small space can make! I'm so happy with every detail of my dealings with him and his crew that I'm hiring him next year for my backyard. And yes, I'll probably start talking to him about it over the winter. After all, patience is not my virtue.

We had been putting off a landscaping makeover for about a year and finally decided to call Escapes…read morefor a consultation. Matt came out and truly wowed us with his knowledge! After careful planning, he made our vision a reality and transformed our "hidden" house into welcoming home with beautiful plants that are easy to maintain. Matt and Randy were honest, timely, and extremely polite. We would recommend them to anyone who is looking revamp their landscaping!

I have used their services many times over the last few years. After trying a number of other…read morelandscape architects, I continue to return to this company. Bob has the ability to take your vision and make it a reality. Landscaping can get expensive and my yard is a multi-year project, but that's okay. It helps, since I am so close to the Morton Arboretum, to go and get ideas, so I can have a better picture of how bushes and plants will look years after they are planted. Lighting is essential and too much can get really tacky. I'm sure you, too, have neighbors who think their solar lights that change colors are attractive ~ especially next to their front door. You have GOT to be kidding me. The work crews are wonderful and get great pleasure out of seeing you, the homeowner, sooooooooooo happy. They do their best to leave your yard as clean and neat as possible at the end of each work day. They park out of your way and allow you to continue to live your normal schedule. My yard has become an oasis and it is truly a joy that family and friends, and all the critters, can come and enjoy the quiet, beautiful, peaceful setting that I get to call "home".

I'd like you to know, Hursthouse is as good as it gets…read more Hursthouse is known for it's creative landscape and hardscape architecture design. They listen to hear what you want for your lifestyle environment and they work to achieve that perfect synergy in design that also works with your home. Their experienced team of seasoned professionals make it a joy to work with them! Candice

We recently completed a full landscape and hardscape project, including a permeable paver walkway…read moreand the results exceeded every expectation. From start to finish, the craftsmanship and attention to detail were outstanding. The paver installation is precise and beautifully aligned, thoughtfully executed, and the lighting design we installed completely transformed our home at night. The warm uplighting and pathway lights create both elegance and safety, highlighting architectural details and landscaping in a way that feels high-end and intentional. What impressed me most was the professionalism, communication, and pride in workmanship. Every detail mattered -- and it shows. Our home now looks polished, cohesive, and elevated. If you are looking for a contractor who delivers quality, precision, and true curb appeal transformation, I highly recommend them.

We needed our 27 year old brick patio cleaned and relaid. two other contractors told us the pavers…read morecould not be cleaned and would have to be completely replaced. we contacted Daniel after reading very positive reviews. he responded immediately and stopped by within hours at the end of his workday. He said yes it could be cleaned and the pavers reused. he also said we could replace the pavers if we preferred. he spent a lot of time explaining how he would do it and how it would look, and he took a few minutes to provide estimates for both ways, both of which were very reasonable. We decided the next day to go with him for washing and reusing the pavers and when we asked if he could do it the next month he readily agreed to our timetable. the patio is beautiful and we couldn't be happier. while his crew was at our house, we asked them to extend the project by washing and resetting some stone landscape walls that were in bad shape. so they took care of that as well, and we couldn't be happier. what we especially liked about Daniel was his practicality and ability to reuse existing material. his price couldn't be beat, he was so responsive and we will definitely use him again.