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    San Diego, CA

    Smart Landscape

    4.8 (120 reviews)
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    Before and after

    I had been searching for someone to do my patio in front of my townhouse. It was incredibly hard to find a quality contractor who would do a small job (and not charge for a big job!). Some companies wanted to do the hardscape only, others just plants. After meeting several landscapers and paver companies, I chose Danny and Smart Landscape, in part because they would take care of EVERYTHING from start to finish--concrete and tree removal, paver installation, irrigation, plants, painting, and lighting. Their price wasn't the lowest (or the highest), but I feel I got a lot of value for the money. Danny was kind and very professional throughout the job. He included in the project price my meeting with one of their designers, who made recommendations and helped me visualize what I wanted, and also helped with the selection of plants. Q--the project manager--was wonderful to work with, as well as the guys on the crew. I couldn't be happier with the result! I finally have the space I've been wanting for years, but didn't know how to get there. Smart Landscape made it happen!

    Ben H.

    We were introduced to Danny from Smart Landscape through our designer, Jack Sellinger. We evaluated a few other companies, but were confident Smart Landscape would produce the quality implementation we wanted. And they sure did! They quoted price was also reasonable compared to other options we solicited. Our project was a fairly large full front & back yard rebuild, and Danny estimated 8-10 weeks to complete - with a full time team that is focused on one project from start to finish. I think the final project took 9 weeks, and indeed the crew lead by foreman Daniel was at our property every day, full time, until the project was completed (this is a huge advantage over other companies who often jump around from project to project and you never quite know how things are proceeding). Daniel and his guys were phenomenal, with serious attention to detail and craftsmanship. They seemed very experienced in all matters of construction. They worked hard every day - even on some extremely hot days - to bring our design vision to reality. There were a few bumps with respect to project management that required my involvement to keep things on track. But I generally prefer being involved and keeping an eye on complex projects like this anyways (something I'd advise any homeowner to do for any non-trivial remodeling). There were also many micro decisions to be made, but I was able to easily discuss with Daniel and keep things moving forward. We had a few change orders on the project (mostly reflecting an expansion of scope that we requested), and each of them were very reasonable in cost (if anything, lower than I expected). Danny is extremely honorable and trustworthy, and you can rest easy that if you sign with them, they will not try to take advantage of you. It's been several weeks since implementation was completed, and aside from a small drainage issue with the patio cover that Danny resolved promptly, there have been no maintenance issues and everything has held up well. Even with lots of rain, the drainage is working flawlessly (very different from what we had before), as is irrigation and lighting. We're extremely happy with how everything turned out, and are already using our new front and back yards every day. In my experience most contractors can be difficult to work with in various ways - especially with attention to detail and timing - but Smart Landscape really exceeded my expectations and delivered a high quality implementation, exactly on time and on budget.

    Front yard landscape.
    Meg B.

    We just finished a project with Danny's Smart Landscape in San Diego. The project turned out great. Danny's crew was exceptional, hard-working, punctual, respectful of our property and our privacy, and very attentive to aesthetic details. Any problem we had was worked out quickly and appropriately. We are very happy with the outcome and the value of the project. We paid considerably less for our backyard project than the bids offered by other reputable landscape contractors.

    Finished product!
    Mark G.

    I cannot say enough about Danny and Smart Landscaping. The pictures of the completed project speak for themselves. Danny and his crew were exceptional. The project was started on time and finished ahead of schedule and the finished product was amazing. The before pictures are a couple years old but the hill was starting to crumble and the plants were struggling. Smart Landscape came in and put in new retaining walls with a terraced walkway our children can now use, new plants and a raised sitting area. The plans were above and beyond what we could have imagined and Danny was able to bring it to life. We were so pleased with the finished product but even more pleased with the professionalism that Danny and his crew showed us throughout the project. I cannot recommend Smart Landscaping enough!

    Backyard
    Ryan L.

    Can't recommend Smart Landscape enough. We had the same team led by Danny mentioned in Jasmine's detailed yelp review and I concur with her review. They were efficient and thorough and produced great results. Jack was also our designer and provided great suggestions to our initial design ideas. Thank you Smart Landscape!

    Bocce court
    Julie T.

    Smart Landscape did a fabulous job with our difficult backyard. We're on a canyon hillside in North Park. Our vision was to transform a steep slope into flat usable spaces. It was a big construction project with retaining walls, a Trex deck, tons of stairs, gas and electrical and plumbing work, plants and irrigation, lighting, underground drainage, and even a bocce court. They provided a detailed estimate from the start and always answered our calls/emails promptly, which puts them miles ahead of most competitors. Once they broke ground, the crew worked nonstop until the project was complete. Of course we ran into issues along the way, like some misestimated concrete work and a problem with the gas grill hookup -- but that's not surprising for this size of project. What's important is that any issues got resolved because Danny (owner), Q (project manager), Horacio (foreman), and Morganne (landscape designer) were always professional and responsive. Danny worked with us line by line to help the project fit our budget. Q kept us updated nearly every day via a group text with photos. Horacio and crew were talented builders who not only worked hard and kept the site orderly, but also invented some brilliant solutions on the fly. The project has been complete for nearly a year (since spring 2021) and we continue to be impressed with the work quality, the drainage during heavy rain, and how much we love our new backyard. They also stand by their work and came over recently to fix a lighting circuit that stopped working. We got tons of value for a fair price and highly recommend Smart Landscape.

    **BEFORE** Our neglected backyard
    Nick R.

    Smart Landscape finished our backyard in January 2021 and we absolutely love what they did!  We needed a full renovation. Danny, the owner, came out to meet with us and assess what needed to be done. He was very knowledgeable and professional. He then put us in contact with Morganne, one of the landscape designers they work with. Morganne is awesome!  Even after she finished the design, she came by a few times to see how the project was progressing.  Based on the design plans, Danny provided us with an itemized estimate and timeline. And because we went with Smart Landscape, they reimbursed us half of Morganne's design fee.  What's great is that Danny also hired Morganne to come out when it was time to order plants.  She is definitely an expert when it comes to choosing plants and where to place them. Throughout, Smart Landscape proved to be an honest and professional company.  At the start, Q, our project manager, walked us through the breakdown of costs, explaining everything in detail and even offered suggestions on where we could cut costs. During the project, any changes we made or features we added were noted and Q would quickly send us an updated contract to review.  We appreciated this because there was never any confusion and most importantly there were no hidden costs in the end.  Payments were always made after a substantial amount of work was done and receipts were promptly emailed. Communication was excellent!  Q is very reliable and responded to our texts/emails in a timely manner. He visited often to oversee the project and if we had a question or concern he would come over quickly to address it. Q would let us know when it was time to choose colors/materials and he provided us with samples and enough time to decide. He did a great job planning because at no point was the crew ever waiting for materials to arrive. Q is very easy to work with and his managing of the entire scope of the project was outstanding! The crew, led by Horacio, did an exceptional job! They were highly skilled, hardworking, and the quality of their work was top notch.  We appreciated that the team was assigned to our project full time.  Aside from one rainy day, they arrived on time every day and worked efficiently.  Horacio was an expert in all aspects of landscaping.  He was meticulous and always made sure everything was perfect. On top of that, Horacio was very friendly and we enjoyed seeing him every day.  We could tell that Horacio and Q have a great working relationship, always communicating to ensure everything ran smoothly. Post construction, they still ensured customer satisfaction.  We had one plant that didn't end up surviving and they replaced it. Also, there were a couple of minor things that needed to be fixed and they came out and resolved them quickly.  Smart Landscape really aims to satisfy their customers. In the end, the whole team executed everything as scheduled and we couldn't be happier with the results! Q, Horacio, Morganne and Danny are our dream team and we will definitely be contacting Smart Landscape again for our front yard!

    After
    Lisa R.

    Smart Landscape took our sad looking front yard and transformed it into an oasis. These pictures speak for themselves. Danny Vu and his crew were so professional, and so courteous. His foreman, Jose, did an amazing job with his team. Everyone showed up on time, worked hard throughout the day, and finished our project in record time. Not one thing was damaged, and our finished front yard exceeded our expectations. Everything was perfect from start to finish. Thank you, Danny!

    Backyard at night
    Taylor H.

    I spoke with about 5 companies before selecting Smart Landscape to do my backyard. They are extremely in demand, so it took a few months for them to be available. It was definitely worth the wait. From start to finish the manager Q and the workers Jesus and Christian were extremely hard working. They showed up every day at 8 am and got the job done as fast as possible. In addition, they listened to my concerns and made changes late in the process that I requested. I can be a bit of a perfectionist and they didn't get annoyed by all my minor suggestions. I have worked with a lot of contractors in the past and this was my best experience I have ever had. In addition the finished product came out great. I get a ton of compliments from friends, family and neighbors.

    Before

    Danny, Q and their crew did an amazing job working with us throughout the design to completion process to create a very beautiful and usable front and back yard. They were very responsive and reasonable with any issues that came up here and there (nothing big) and resolved them to our complete satisfaction. They are not the cheapest landscaping company but we believe the pricing to be fair given the quality work. We now love spending as much time in our backyard as possible. Really feels like a resort when the lights are on at night. Thank you Smart Landscape San Diego!

    Covered patio

    We are absolutely thrilled with the job the Smart Landscape team did for us! Our whole backyard was completely transformed, and we have been enjoying it everyday since they finished the project. We have been remodeling our house since we moved in two years ago and were saving the backyard as the last big project. The work Smart did really made everything finally come together! We've been getting tons of compliments and I would highly recommend them to anyone. Our project included three different custom shade structures (a covered patio with T&G and metal roof, a wood pergola and a metal framed shade sail structure - we face west and get a lot of sun year round), turf, decomposed granite, a hog wire fence, pavers, electrical, landscape lighting, drainage and planting areas. We've worked with 5 or 6 different contractors over the past couple years during our remodel and Smart's attention to detail and craftsmanship throughout the project was impressive. Communication with our project manager, Q, foreman, Daniel, and landscape designer, Ryan, was excellent. They worked with us every step of the way to make sure any changes or issues were discussed, our expectations were met, and we stayed on budget. The team was also flexible and collaborated well with an outside masonry wall and concrete contractor that we ended up using for part of our project (more as a favor to the neighbor who we were splitting the wall cost with than anything else). We thought that might cause an issue with Smart, but Danny, Q and the team were very understanding of the situation. The other contractor wanted to do our patio and walkways and Smart even came out a number of times to verify the shade structure footing placements with him, just to make sure everything was ready and in the right spot for when they started building. Overall, we couldn't be happier with the job Smart did!

    New Front Driveway, retaining wall, fence, and landscaping

    Danny has assembled a great team. Q was our project manager, and he was very responsive to our questions and needs. Horacio managed the team on-site and exercised a lot of patience with us on a day-to-day basis. It's amazing the breadth of skill the team has. Once our project started, the team was there everyday, as long as weather allowed. Time to finish the job was well estimated, and the price-to-value of the bid was well worth it.

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    Skyline Sunrooms and Patio Covers

    Skyline Sunrooms and Patio Covers

    4.9
    (137 reviews)

    I had an old 1959 aluminum patio cover that was so thin it would radiate the heat onto the patio…read morefloor and right through my living room glass doors. I finally had it replaced last April 2025 by Skyline Patio and Sunrooms with an insulated cover. One year later, it has passed the test through hot weather, rain and wind. No more frying eggs on the concrete floor! I was very very happy with the service I received from this company. Joe, the manager, and Rick design rep, Darrin construction manager, Andrea production coordinator, Dianna sales coordinator, and others that came to do the work on site, were all professional and a real blessing in getting my new patio cover designed and put together with the features I wanted. The crew that worked on site demonstrated much care and passion in the work they did. The crew took time to answer my questions and even made a video on my phone so I could remember how the wiring was done for my patio light and fan. I have gutters on each side and also had outlets put in. Today the temperature in my backyard in the sun is 102°F. In the shade of my Avocado tree the temp is 96°F. The ambient temperature under my insulated patio cover is 84°F!! That's an 18 degree difference! The company responded quickly to my initial call and once material was in, had the work completed within 2 days. They took down and removed the old cover, prepped the areas needed, and cleaned up afterwards. Out of all the companies I met with, Skyline Sunrooms came out as my top choice. I highly recommend Skyline Patio and Sunrooms to anyone. They have a cute little showroom, too!

    From the initial call to the installation, I was blown away by how fantastic this company is…read more Honest, professional, and the quality of work is top notch. I reached out to them about doing an Alumawood patio cover for my backyard, and I couldn't be happier with the final product. Eric, the design lead on my project, was extremely knowledgeable and responsive throughout the process. He walked me through everything to make sure his design aligned with my vision. It's clear he takes a lot of pride in his work. I was so impressed by his professionalism and his attention to detail. I was really concerned with how this patio cover was going to tie in to my existing roof (which was not easy), and Darrin, the construction manager, went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. He even came by to speak with my roofer, to make sure that everything was going to be seamless and built to last. He really cared about making sure I was happy with what they were building. I'm extremely grateful for his partnership on this project. What a fantastic human and the utmost professional. Honestly, I can't say enough good things about this company. They have great people, they do outstanding work, and they truly care about making their customers happy. Also shout out to Joe the manager, who worked with me on price to get this patio cover completed within my budget.

    Aluminum City

    Aluminum City

    4.9
    (95 reviews)

    Great work. Beautifully done. The whole project from getting the quote to finishing the job in 2…read moreweeks. 2 persons at the job, the job itself took 2 days only. I like it. Especially the fact that the edge of the patio cover lines up in parallel to my wood fence. Thanks Red (my contact) and the Aluminum City team.

    From my first phone conversation with Red Craven at Aluminum City, I felt that this guy knew his…read morestuff. After sending a email showing interest in an estimate, he called within five mins. He is extremely knowledgeable, personable, and I loved his old school vibe. We made an appointment to the estimate and he was very prompt. Meeting Red, talking to him about our patio cover plans, and having him answer any questions we had was such an enjoyable experience. Red, and his partner, Ed have been building these patio covers for a while now. They are a locally owned licensed business that do the work themselves. They utilize quality Four Seasons building materials that require little to no maintenance. The bid we were given and the honest way that Red talked about his life and business clinched it for us. We chose a date, Red & Ed came out the day before the start to make sure we were all on the same page about the build, and the next day began. Ed, and his assistant Isiah, came promptly at the time they said they would. They set up and got started right away. Both of them were also very personable, and experienced. We were told that our project would take about 2 1/2 days, and it did exactly that! From start to finish , this company delivered a quality product that looks beautiful, and should last a very long time. I wish all people ran their companies like Red and Ed, with honesty and integrity. If you are in need of a patio cover, please reach out to Aluminum City. I promise you won't regret it!

    Patio Guy

    Patio Guy

    4.9
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    Just had new patio completed from Patio Guy and could not be happier. From start to finish Adam,…read moreBrody and team were tremendous! Online quote was simple and easy to follow. Adam came down next day for a detailed quote and Brody and team build new patio up in less than two days a couple weeks later. Would have been one day but they had to remove my old leaking patio otherwise it would have been one day job. 40 ft × 11 ft are dimensions for new patio which adds significant amount of usable patio space for us. Only regret is that I didn't do this years ago. Price, professionalism, communication, demo, build and clean up were all amazing. Highly recommended and would absolutely use again.

    After meeting with Adam and several other contractors, I decided to go with Patio Guy not only…read morebecause of his five-star rating, but several other factors that were important to me (and probably you as well): 1) He could deliver and install my new cover within a week vs. the other guys taking months; 2) I wasn't limited to just the AlumaWood product (which wasn't modern enough for me), and (3) his price to install with an upgraded cover (insulated) was far below his competitors constrained by higher overhead and slower delivery times. I ended up selecting a Duralum cover that his company also offers, and I'm glad I did. It's just the look I was going for. I was also impressed with Adam's business model, which is built on quality and efficiency at a very reasonable price without cutting corners or sacrificing customer service. Now for the best part: A guy named Brody, his lead installer. In addition to being a super nice guy, his work is meticulous. The back of my home isn't linear, so there are bump-outs and protrusions, making the installation more difficult and time consuming. This wasn't the slightest challenge for Brody and his team. The finished product is snuggled tightly against my stucco and professionally sealed on the roof to prevent any water dripping through when it rains. I watched him work, measuring and cutting the aluminum to match my home so the fit and finish is far greater than I imagined. As you can tell from the photos, I still have work to do (concrete coating, fence repairs, etc.) to match the beauty of my new cover.

    Austria Patio Covers

    Austria Patio Covers

    4.4
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    Quality - 5 stars Competitive pricing - 5 stars…read moreStaff professionalism - 5 stars Communication & scheduling - 4 stars My old patio cover made of wood and aluminum shingles had rot and I had to replace to stop water damage entering my back patio door. I received 3 bids, including one with the same manufacturer that came in about $7,000 more. We brainstormed design ideas so the center cover wouldn't be so low and we came up with the 3 tier approach. I went ahead and splurged with insulation, fan, lights and the "4k" aluminum beams to have 4 post (instead of 6 with alumiwood). The one area, as I've seen on some of the other comments is the scheduling/communication issue. Like other contractors, they sometimes have multiple projects in parallel, and sometimes it wasn't clear which days they were coming and when they were going to finish. So, I did have to text to check in with the owner, Ulysses. I did have a chat with him, and he was receptive to the feedback. Overall, YES I would recommend and use them again.

    When installing the patio, they had to run electrical underground. I warned them that there were…read moreother wires in the ground where they were digging, and they didn't pay attention, breaking one of the existing underground wires. They claimed they only nicked it, and it was fine but nine months later the power to my back shed failed and it cost me $4000 to run new wires. They were also very late showing up for the installation job and it took twice as long as they said it would

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