Small yard? No worries, Brookside has your back!…read more If you buy new construction these days you can pretty much kiss that yard space goodbye. Finding ourselves in this situation, we needed a team that could transform our "cozy" yard into a comfortable yet elevated outdoor living space. Enter Brookside. You know that feeling when you hire someone to do a big home project and hope that everything goes well, but you kind of hold your breath in the event that something goes awry? That won't happen with Brookside. From our initial call to the thanks-for-everything completion hand shake, they didn't skip a beat. Everything went SO smooth and communication was on point the entire time. Brookside is a well oiled machine. The conversations between us, Brooks and Jenny, and the crew were fluid the entire time and no one was ever in the dark about the plan. On top of that, everyone was so personable and professional. These guys are hard workers and leave your space clean and organized at the end of every day. We were so happy with how our space turned out. Brookside took our basic ideas for hardscape and softscape to the next level and created a beautiful designer yard. We would hire Brookside again in a heartbeat- and you should too!

Brookside Landscape Design did a phenomenal job. Our backyard went from the typical small, suburban…read morebackyard to a sophisticated and luscious landscape that looks like it belongs as a hotel lounge. Brooks and Jenny at Brookside have such a creative and and beautiful aesthetic that we never could have imagined on our own. Their attention to detail is amazing, and their design concept was truly everything we wanted. Even though we have a small yard, they were able to make it look so much larger by moving things around and creating a better flow. It seriously looks like we added square footage. All of the plants that they chose for our yard are so beautiful and unique. Everyone that comes by wants to know what each plant is called because they aren't the very common yard plants that everyone has...they are so interesting! They chose the foliage specifically for what they knew would grow well in our area and with the sunlight for each side of the house. Thoughtfulness went into every aspect of each item they added...from the plants, to the wood and stone for the built in bbq, the special market lights (that are really unique and fun), all the way to the treated concrete. Everything looks like a step above! The work process was easy, and the crews that showed up every day were gracious, kind, friendly and hard working. Over the weeks we got to know the workers, and it was a sad day when it finished and we knew they would not be showing up again every morning. Even our 5 year old knew their names and would announce to us each day who had shown up in the morning. Jenny and Brooks were also very friendly and kind, and were a joy to work with. Such a great team. I have already been showing off their hard work to our neighbors, who are very impressed with the amazing results! Hopefully they will be in our neighborhood working again soon!

I have about an 1/2 acre that was sorely in need of landscaping. Steve provided support at every…read morestep of the way in creating a beautiful sanctuary. I wanted walking places, sitting areas and succulents, as well as an herb garden and vegetable garden. Success in all areas. There were challenges with sewer line problems in the middle of the project and the crew worked around this work very professionally, even as I was having a melt down. Steve and his crew are very professional and his enthusiasm for the project showed through. I cannot recommend Steve enough.

Yelp review (5 stars) but I would give 11 stars if I could…read more Steve McDearmon, owner and operator of Garden Rhythms, exceeded our expectations. From the initial consultation to the final cleanup, they were professional, reliable, and incredibly thorough. The new landscape--with lush plantings, an improved irrigation system, and beautiful boulders--looks fantastic and has completely transformed our yard. Steve was on-site with his crew every day, ensuring every plant was placed precisely and the boulders were within a 1/16 inch of perfection. He has an amazing eye for creating a soft, rhythmic feel in the landscape. The crew arrived on time, paid close attention to detail, and left the work area spotless each day. Communication was excellent--clear estimates, thoughtful design ideas, and prompt updates. It's clear they take pride in their craftsmanship. Highly recommend for anyone looking to elevate their outdoor space.

I'm not one to leave a 5 star review but in the case of SD Outdoor Scapes, they went above and…read morebeyond our expectations and for that reason they get 5 stars from us. Santiago the owner was so very patient with all of our design changes. They crew made sure that at the end of everyday the tools and equipment was put away and the areas were swept up. I can't say enough good things about Santiago and his crew. I would definitely recommend them for any size of landscape project that you might have.

We hired SD Outdoor Scapes to remove plants and bushes, redesign our sprinkler system and plant…read moresucculents. He used his laptop to show us a design and we could make changes. Very happy with the whole process. He kept us informed as the project progressed and were delighted with the results!

Nate and his team at Silver Scapes, Inc. just finished installing artificial turf and refurbishing…read moreour DG. Their work was outstanding. They had to deal with rainy weather and they worked right through to a perfect final product. They were accommodating, friendly, highly skilled, and they cleaned up everything beautifully after the job was completed. Nate communicated with us every day and he was incredibly helpful. If you want a job done right, Silver Scapes has the talent.

Silver Scapes was amazing! I interviewed a bunch of different companies and not only was Nate the…read morebest priced of the bunch, but he also fully understood the vision I had for the yard and ran with it to make it even better. He was able to fit us in faster than I expected, communicated with me daily the whole way through, his crew was extremely kind and professional, and the whole project was done within 8 working days! Here are the before and after pictures - leveling of yard, they install, new drip sprinkler system, paver bbq area, Weston wall, and mulch!

Lorenzo & his crew are truly top notch! They worked so diligently for weeks to bring to life our…read moreretaining wall, newly laid cement, and re-building a home office where our shed used to be! They paid attention to detail, checked in with our preferences before moving on to the next step, and were all around an amazing. I'll be hiring them for 3 more big job because I know they're going to do the job efficiently and with care. 100/10 recommend!! They were very reasonably priced and their work has made our backyard look so beautiful!!

Lorenzo and his team at Unique Landscape Construction Inc. did a great job at making our vision…read morecome to light. They worked with us to create a beautiful horizontal fence on top of a preexisting concrete wall, some side gates and a modernized cable wire fence. Our project had a lot of detail involved and even some unforeseen issues, but Lorenzo and his team found solutions and managed to get the job done! Not only are we happy with the results, but we are pleased with Lorenzo's communication, customer service, problem solving and fair pricing! We highly recommend Unique Landscape Construction Inc.

I called Install It Direct to inquire about turf maintenance. I spoke with Jonathan, the…read moreOperations Manager. He explained to me that they only provide this service to clients that they have provided turf for. He then went on to refer me to two landscape companies near my home where we could purchase the infill and the broom to do the maintenance ourselves. He willingly spent about ten minutes helping me, and was so friendly and nice. When we are ready to have more landscape work done, I will definitely be calling Install It Direct.

I am posting this update as a severe safety warning to anyone considering Installing Direct. Since…read moremy initial review, a catastrophic and life-threatening incident has occurred. The fire pit installed by this company exploded into my girlfriend's face. We had an independent professional company come out to inspect the unit and the gas line. Their findings were shocking: the gas connection was completely loose. This negligence allowed gas to build up inside the fire pit structure, which caused it to explode upon ignition. Because of the physical injuries sustained and the absolute gross negligence regarding a gas installation, we are now taking this company to litigation. If you value the safety of your home and your family, stay far away from this business. A "loose connection" on a gas line is not just a mistake--it is a deadly hazard. We are currently in the process of legal action to hold them accountable for the damage and trauma they have caused. Zero stars. Avoid at all costs.

Cam is hands on, professional and just a good guy. He works harder than anyone I've dealt with and…read morehe's HONEST. Just a good human. Highly recommend.

I live in La Jolla and Cam and crew came out my area and did an amazing job. Cam brought his…read moreknowledge to refine the design I had in mind and seamlessly incorporated my ideas with his practical approach. Being an older La Jolla home that has been through several updates of different styles over the years, there were multiple mini projects to accomplish. The work they did included extensive vine and root removal, brick work, extending a retaining wall, building a fence, rock-scaping, sod laying, irrigation work, and planting a variety of plants including privacy bushes, small plants, succulents, and a fruit tree. The Bilt by Cam crew did such a nice job and finished quickly.

Ben and crew, from the inception of our complete front yard landscape overhaul, to completion, were…read morespot on! From the design to the recommended changes to the actual installation, they are with you every step of the way. His design team took our ideas and turned them into a reality beyond what we had expected. Our house is now the talk of the neighborhood, lol!!! Get Ben Fredrickson to design and install your landscaping!!! You can thank me later. Dr. JM

We hired Fredrickson Landscape strictly for design work on our Altadena / Eaton Canyon property,…read moreand they exceeded every expectation. Ben brought a perfect blend of creativity and practicality to the project. He helped us work through ideas for bark vs. rock swale areas, oak-friendly deck details, plant massing, River Wattle spacing, fencing and gate options, and even long-term maintenance considerations. The design is beautiful, functional, and perfectly aligned with the modern-Mediterranean feel of our home. Although the installation was done by another contractor, the clarity of Ben's drawings and notes made their job significantly easier -- everything was laid out so cleanly that there was almost no guesswork during the build. If you want a landscape designer who is thorough, communicative, and genuinely invested in making your space both stunning and practical, I highly recommend Fredrickson Landscape. The design alone made a huge impact on the final outcome of our yard.