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Acacia Landscape Services of SD, Inc.

About us

You will meet with the owner Dave Ryden, who has a BA in Landscape Design and 40 years of residential experience. He will be your estimator, designer and project manager and your partner in having an enjoyable and worry free experience landscaping your home. He thinks from the big picture, i.e. how could this concrete patio I'm providing maybe pose later problems for any future plantings, lighting, drainage, sprinkler access, etc. He is noted for listening well, providing the desired proposal and then delivering. He doesn't change prices once the contract is awarded unless work is added by the customer (which incidentially does occur in 75% of our jobs once people see us work). We will start and finish the project when we say. Much detail is considered before the bid is offered so there are a limited number of surprises once work starts. We are a small company and typically 1-2 jobs a day and we are there everyday once the jobs starts. We do not do gardening so we don't occasionally disappear to do our 'route'. We do almost all work with our own employees so full control of the job progress is in the our hands and not tied in with some subcontractors problems. The most skilled of processes (ie stamping concrete or fine carpentry) are done by highly skilled technicians employed as a one day occasion. This allows us to keep our operation costs low and the quality high. We do jobs from $300 and up to $150K. We are knowledeable about the latest advances in sprinkler nozzle design, low water planting and water conserving designs. 6 Employees. No Subs Used. Cost Is Determined By The Job.

Business highlights

47 years of experience

Services we offer

Bar B Que's, Concrete, Decks, Irrigation & Drainage., Lighting, Patios, Residential Landscaping

Reviews
4.916 Reviews
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Showing 1-16 of 16 reviews
Charles W.
Jun 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
We were pleased because we felt 'listened' to. Our ideas were improved on, and new ideas were offered.

Jane K.
Jul 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Dave came up with some awesome ideas. Not just with the landscape design, but also adding outdoor rugs, pots, etc.


 We also utilized him to provide us with contractors to complete the work.  All the vendors he recommended were great.  Our job was completed ahead of schedule!



John H.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
They performed the job on time, as agreed and cleaned up after themselves so I couldn't tell they were ever there except for the new drains.

Debra S.
Jan 2014
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Dave is awesome!  He has a vision and knows how to carry it out.  I had to trust him a lot because I wasn't sure exactly what I wanted, except I didn't want grass!  The end result is really pretty.  His workers were always on time and cleaned up each night.  Sometimes Dave was a little forgetful in things we discussed, but he always came through.  His prices are rather high, but he has great expertise.  Hopefully, the landscaping will look good for years to come and it will be worth it!

Douglas B.
Sep 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200
Great experience... start to finish. The sales representative, Jesus Herrera, was very personable and professional. He gave us estimates for two projects we were considering. Estimates were very reasonable. We elected to start with one project - a walkway in our back yard and there was no pressure to consider doing the other project at the same time.  Jesus listened carefully as we described our needs and incorporated them in the design plan he recommended. Work started about 8 days later. Jesus arrived with the crew to layout the work, confirming the layout with me before having the crew begin work. The crew was very professional yet friendly. At the end of the first day, they left the work area neat and clean. Work was completed the next day - one day earlier than anticipated. The finished walkway looks great and, like the first day, the crew left the surrounding area in pristine condition.
We will definitely contact Apollo for future projects and highly recommend them to anyone contemplating improvements involving interlocking pavers.

JUSTIN C.
Feb 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$440
We had used Acacia Landscape for landscaping and irrigation work at our previous home, so when we needed to replace some valves and fix some sprinkler heads at our new home, we gave them a call for an estimate.  Dave was quick to respond to our inquiry and was at our house within a couple of days to give an estimate.  Once we committed to having the work done, his team was out quickly and made the repairs in a timely and professional manner.
We have now used Acacia on numerus occasions and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to our friends.

Melinda M.
Jan 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000
It went well.  We had some challenges because the decomposed granite we received from the rock company was infected with a weed.  Acacia came out and replaced the granite and replaced some of the plants they thought were infected at no cost.  They were totally committed to my satisfaction with the end result.

Kathy M.
Dec 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
Dave Ryden and his team are truly professional from start to finish. They are there when they say they will be there. Work is done efficiently and professionally and they clean up great when they are done. Entire work crew is great to interact with!! From the design aspect, Dave listened to what I wanted and worked with me closely until we got it. He heard me and designed something even more beautiful than I imagined. He was ok when I needed little things done. He was not just interested in completing the project but in how the final results were going to meet our needs.Dave also listened to our budget needs and would discuss details before we jumped into the project. All plants and materials are the finest and he comes back and replaces all plants that don't endure the transplant process. You don't have to wait long for Dave and the team to address your concerns. They are all attentive and on top of meeting your specific concerns. Dave and the entire team work hard and we look forward to having them back to do the entire front yard!

Denise G.
Aug 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,300
Have used this company for various projects since 2002.  Needed sizable amount of old landscape material replaced with gravel and a drain. Project started and completed on time.They did a great job coordinating work around other construction on site.Kept area very tidy during renovation. Very conscientious and knowledgable. Excellent results.

Teresa H.
Aug 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$322
We have used Acacia before and found Dave very reliable. This time there were 2 issues with our yard irrigation system. On the first visit (actually the 2nd visit because he needed to order the unit) he replaced our old poorly functioning sprinkler time clock. After he did the installation, he very patiently explained to me how to set up the unit, and we programmed each station the way I wanted it. He set up a little chart so show the days and duration for each area of the yard, with instructions on how to change this later as needed.
On the 3rd visit (after he got the sprinklers working again, it became obvious that one head was broken), he replaced one of the garden sprinkler risers that was broken.
Dave is great about calling back the same day and being able to come out late in the day or on a Saturday. He can also work independently when we are not  home which is really helpful for busy homeowners. The prices for labor and parts seem reasonable and he mails an invoice so we can pay later. I have found him to be a nice honest guy, very humble and easy to work with.

Todd D.
Jul 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200
Work was very well done and completed within the time estimated.

Teresa H.
Feb 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
The work was completed efficiently and he was able to do it when we were not home. We mailed the check after the work was done and the invoice was left under the doormat. All of the sprinkler heads work a lot better now. The technician's name on the invoice is Sean.

Teresa H.
Jan 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$284
Our irrigation system was having some obvious problems with broken sprinkler heads and evidence of leakage at the bottom of the driveway. I called Acacia Landscape and they called back the same day, and had an appointment available the next day. I needed early morning and Sean was able to come at 7:00 am sharp. Both my husband and I had to leave for work just a few minutes later, so I paid for 2 hours of work up front. The entire job took 3 hours and 20 minutes, so Sean left an invoice for the balance on our doorstep, which I paid by mailing in a check. The leaks are gone and the sprinklers work now. My husband did have to adjust several heads to stop the water from hitting windows and watering the patio, both overall I am very pleased with the job and the price. The invoice was very detailed regarding time spent and parts needed/costs for parts. I plan to call them again for any future work needed.

BRENDA L.
Sep 2007
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000
He did a remarkable job and is actually the person that told me about Angie's List. He was extremely professional, and he knew what he was doing. He had a challenge, due to poor construction on an addition, and performed very well.

JOYCE C.
Jul 2006
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,000
Dave took a lot of time to draw up a plan and presented it to us. He did not charge us. He is responsive to our calls when we need anything. They were very helpful and knowledgeable. He is extremely honest. They also installed a small lawn in the back.

DAVID S.
Oct 2004
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
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FAQ

Acacia Landscape Services of SD, Inc. is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

No, Acacia Landscape Services of SD, Inc. does not offer free project estimates.

No, Acacia Landscape Services of SD, Inc. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Acacia Landscape Services of SD, Inc. does not offer a senior discount.

No, Acacia Landscape Services of SD, Inc. does not offer emergency services.

No, Acacia Landscape Services of SD, Inc. does not offer warranties.