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Exterior Designs

Outdoor Lighting - Plan and Install, Outdoor Lighting Repair, Carpentry Framing - Install,

About us

Over 44 years experience Block Wall Construction Bricklaying Concrete Masonry Construction Concrete Paving Driveway Construction Firepit Construction Outdoor Kitchen Construction Patio / Porch Construction Paver Installation Planter Wall Construction Pool Deck Construction Retaining Wall Construction Sealcoating Sidewalk/ Walkway Construction Stair / Steps Construction Stamped Concrete Installation Stone Masonry Construction San Diego Premier Landscape Design & Build- Best of Houzz 2015-2018 EXTERIOR DESIGN & BUILD specializes in the complete landscape design and installation of your outdoor project all over Southern California. We have been servicing Southern California since 1975. Our Service areas cover all of San Diego County, Orange County and South Riverside County. https://www.houzz.com/pro/exteriordesignslandscape/exterior-designs-landscape T. 858-756-3508

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
51 years of experience

Services we offer

Interior & exterior design, Planters, Wood Fired Pizza Ovens, fencing, irrigation systems & Drainage Systems, landscaping, patio covers, putting green, sound decks, spas, swimming pools, waterfalls & ponds

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Reviews
5.013 Reviews
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Shawn C.
Sep 2021
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25,000
Jose and his team were a pleasure to work with. They were on time, clean, friendly and delivered a beautiful backyard patio bar and BBQ that perfectly matches our house. Very happy with the final product.

Mark R.
Aug 2021
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
José is the best landscape contractor I’ve ever used. I’ve never had a project done so professionally from proposal stage thru completion. His design concepts were executed by his team perfectly, on time, and on budget. And I was very impressed with his team’s professionalism and experience. They were the best. I can recommend José without reservation. Hire him. You won’t be disappointed.
Response from Exterior Designs
"Dear Mr. [Member Name Removed]. Thanks for the opportunity to make your residence more beautiful. Best regards."

Erik K.
Feb 2021
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
We had a very positive experience with Jose Castro and his team. They were punctual, hard working and professional. Jose is definitely a go getter and you can sense that from the start. The quality of the work is great so far (about 30 days since completion. We would use him again. You get what you pay for, and his services are not inexpensive, but in the end we are very happy.
Response from Exterior Designs
"We like to turn coal into diamond, Thanks for the opportunity, it has been a pleasure!"

Teresita I.
Jan 2021
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Exterior Designs provided excellent work at a very competitive price. The owner was very patient, attentive, and responsive to all requests from beginning to end of the project. He monitored work-in-progress on a daily basis and made sure to complete it according to promise deadlines. I highly recommend Exterior Designs.
Response from Exterior Designs
"Thanks for the opportunity , to bring peace and organic environment to your beautiful residence ,"

Kathy P.
Oct 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40,000
Front and Backyard Landscaping
Response from Exterior Designs
"[Member Name Removed], A pleasure to work in your paradise!!"

Roger B.
Feb 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000
Excellent, Jose and Jose's team were very professional and quality minded.
Response from Exterior Designs
"Thank you for allowing me to build your garden in a paradise, pleasure to Work with You all."

Mark J.
Nov 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000
Jose from Exterior Designs in attentive, helpful and truly interested in ensuring we are a satisfied customer. Jose and his crew installed pavers, flagstone, concrete, lawn, DG, irrigation and a fence in our property. They were well priced and able to accommodate changes as the project progressed; let's be honest its always one thing on paper compared to seeing the install in real life. They were also great from a follow up perspective and accommodating when it came to making tweaks after completion of the project while we learned more about the upkeep necessary to maintain the new space. As with any major project, stay close to the project, check in on the details and make sure they know what you are looking for.
Response from Exterior Designs
"We transform a hard rock into diamond in your home, a pleasure to work for you All,"

Shelly S.
Oct 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Contacted Jose to quote a front yard. His response time was impeccable. We went out for several quotes, and found that we trusted Jose to do the job. They were out the following day to start the job. His guys did an amazing job, Jose was on the site everyday to make sure things were going as planned. The job was just completed, very happy so far. We definitely recommend Exterior Designs.
Response from Exterior Designs
"Everyday work turns us into robots, with a garden of peace and joy our soul finds that bath of new spiritual youth to return to work the next day. Thank You for the opportunity!!"

Phil P.
Sep 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100,000
We engaged Exterior Designs (Jose Castro) for major backyard remodels at two different homes in 2010 and 2013. Collectively, the projects involved complete yard demo, extensive hardscape work, installation of retainer walls, built- in BBQs, outdoor fireplaces, patio and covers – along with associated electrical, irrigation, lighting and drainage work. In our experience… Jose was professional and fair. He keeps his word and, if you have any concerns or issues, will work with you to resolve them. I never had difficulty getting ahold of him or experienced unreasonable delays in hearing back on messages. He was personally involved in our project. He was almost always on our job site in the morning to kick off the work, and would call nearly every night to check in. His team was great to work with…very respectful, hardworking, friendly, etc. They showed up when expected, they worked, they always cleaned up and they left. Big landscaping projects are moving targets, so you will find things you want to change. Jose is creative, and has a good eye for things – he’ll offer ideas but he lets you make the decisions. He is also flexible – just work closely with him to scope any changes or additions clearly so he can provide an accurate estimate of the cost. We strongly recommend you consider Exterior Designs for your project. We selected Jose for our first job in 2010 out of three bidders and, when we needed another yard done a few years later, we just went directly with Jose. We were very pleased with the outcome in both cases.
Response from Exterior Designs
"[Member Name Removed], it was a pleasure working for You All, part of my 44 years performing for my blessed audience."

Brad C.
Sep 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300,000
The work went well, better that I have expected, I would highly recommend them to anyone. The price they gave was fair.Excellent communication, came back to me in less than a day, and always visits the site. Very professional, answered all my questions and provided useful suggestions about the project.
Response from Exterior Designs
"[Member Name Removed], Greetings The results were fascinating and very elegant, and of course I have continued doing it for more than 44 years, it has been a privilege for me to do the work of art in your residence, Thanks in advance. Jose"

Diane C.
Aug 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000
It was excellent. They're attention to details, their professionalism, and work ethics. They were here on time everyday. Worked very hard and followed safety precautions.
Response from Exterior Designs
"[Member Name Removed] , Thanks for the opportunity it was [Member Information Removed] pleasure working for You All,"

Denise H.
Jun 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I'm very happy with them. The owner was easy to work with and the workers was very polite. He listen to what you want, work with the owner and work within your budget. High quality work.
Response from Exterior Designs
"[Member Name Removed] , It was a pleasure working for You All, and be able to create your Landscape and make it more elegant and with a lot of peace. Since 1985 What a wonderful adventure !! Namaste !!"

Mary T.
Apr 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Awesome. Jose does great work and is a really nice guy. I will use him again in the future.
Response from Exterior Designs
"Excellent and Thank You"

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FAQ

Exterior Designs is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.

Yes, Exterior Designs offers free project estimates.

No, Exterior Designs does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Exterior Designs does not offer a senior discount.

Yes, Exterior Designs offers emergency services.

No, Exterior Designs does not offer warranties.