We are a family owned, residential design/build landscaping firm that has been serving the triangle since 1981.
"Our backyard had a large uphill slope, rendering most of it unusable. Additionally, there were drainage problems and a lack of privacy. All of these prevented us from enjoying our yard. Gardens of the Carolinas was the most responsive when we initiated initial inquiries, which continued throughout our project. John and his team were fantastic to work with for our backyard project. The team listened to our concerns and provided an extensive long-term vision for rectifying them and making them an area we’d enjoy moving forward. Based on our immediate needs, we decided to take a phased approach by adding a timber retention wall, a stone wall with lighting, and privacy trees. They also tapped into our existing drainage solution and made it more efficient. I view this as providing us with a canvas for future projects. We are very pleased with their work and will be a repeat customer for future phases of their initial plan. To summarize our experience with Gardens of the Carolinas: Patience: We made multiple edits to find a solution within budget. John and the team always understood and respected our concerns, ensuring we were comfortable with the decisions. Thoroughness: I was provided multiple options and pros/cons for every question. This reiterated their experience and gave me confidence that we were making a sound investment. Seamless: their team handled everything for us, including permitting, assistance with HOA, and more, in addition to the work completed. Professionalism: The crew performing the work respected concerns around noise and ensured a clean and tidy work environment. When the project was completed, they ensured the streets, sidewalks, and backyard were all in a great place, demonstrating their unwavering dedication to customer service."
Drew P on August 2024
We are a family owned, residential design/build landscaping firm that has been serving the triangle since 1981.
"Our backyard had a large uphill slope, rendering most of it unusable. Additionally, there were drainage problems and a lack of privacy. All of these prevented us from enjoying our yard. Gardens of the Carolinas was the most responsive when we initiated initial inquiries, which continued throughout our project. John and his team were fantastic to work with for our backyard project. The team listened to our concerns and provided an extensive long-term vision for rectifying them and making them an area we’d enjoy moving forward. Based on our immediate needs, we decided to take a phased approach by adding a timber retention wall, a stone wall with lighting, and privacy trees. They also tapped into our existing drainage solution and made it more efficient. I view this as providing us with a canvas for future projects. We are very pleased with their work and will be a repeat customer for future phases of their initial plan. To summarize our experience with Gardens of the Carolinas: Patience: We made multiple edits to find a solution within budget. John and the team always understood and respected our concerns, ensuring we were comfortable with the decisions. Thoroughness: I was provided multiple options and pros/cons for every question. This reiterated their experience and gave me confidence that we were making a sound investment. Seamless: their team handled everything for us, including permitting, assistance with HOA, and more, in addition to the work completed. Professionalism: The crew performing the work respected concerns around noise and ensured a clean and tidy work environment. When the project was completed, they ensured the streets, sidewalks, and backyard were all in a great place, demonstrating their unwavering dedication to customer service."
Drew P on August 2024
Transform your outdoor space with our comprehensive services! We specialize in hardscaping, lawn irrigation, landscape lighting, landscaping, and fencing, creating beautiful and functional outdoor environments. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, from designing elegant hardscapes and installing efficient irrigation systems to enhancing your property with custom lighting, lush landscapes, and durable fencing. We’re dedicated to bringing your vision to life with attention to detail and a focus on customer satisfaction. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream outdoor space!
"I hired Miguel to build a patio in my backyard, and it turned out to be one of the worst decisions I’ve ever made. We agreed on a 30x14 paver design for $5,700, including all labor and materials. However, Miguel showed up with only 40 pavers anyone with common sense knows that’s nowhere near enough for a space that size. Because of his poor planning (or intentional deceit), I had to pay for an additional 40 pavers and agree to a last-minute change in design just to get the job done. In total, I ended up paying over $7,900 more than $2,000 over our original agreement and I still didn’t get the design we agreed upon. He also purchased rocks in colors we never discussed, which clashed with everything and forced me to spend even more money. His so called retainer wall was so poorly constructed that I had to hire a second contractor to fix it, costing me an additional $2,000. The final product? Mismatched, two toned pavers, rushed work, and shoddy craftsmanship. On top of that, Miguel had the audacity to charge me extra because his workers had to put in more hours all due to his own lack of preparation and failure to follow our agreement. His lack of professionalism, accountability, and honesty is appalling. I wouldn’t trust this man to build a sandcastle. What I’ve learned from this mess: never pay a contractor without getting an itemized list, double check the materials yourself, and don’t assume people will be honest just because they seem nice. If I had the time and energy, I’d take him to court. But truthfully, I believe karma will handle it because there’s no way good will come to someone who operates this deceitfully. Save yourself the money and stress — do not hire Miguel"
Danielle B on May 2025
Transform your outdoor space with our comprehensive services! We specialize in hardscaping, lawn irrigation, landscape lighting, landscaping, and fencing, creating beautiful and functional outdoor environments. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, from designing elegant hardscapes and installing efficient irrigation systems to enhancing your property with custom lighting, lush landscapes, and durable fencing. We’re dedicated to bringing your vision to life with attention to detail and a focus on customer satisfaction. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream outdoor space!
"I hired Miguel to build a patio in my backyard, and it turned out to be one of the worst decisions I’ve ever made. We agreed on a 30x14 paver design for $5,700, including all labor and materials. However, Miguel showed up with only 40 pavers anyone with common sense knows that’s nowhere near enough for a space that size. Because of his poor planning (or intentional deceit), I had to pay for an additional 40 pavers and agree to a last-minute change in design just to get the job done. In total, I ended up paying over $7,900 more than $2,000 over our original agreement and I still didn’t get the design we agreed upon. He also purchased rocks in colors we never discussed, which clashed with everything and forced me to spend even more money. His so called retainer wall was so poorly constructed that I had to hire a second contractor to fix it, costing me an additional $2,000. The final product? Mismatched, two toned pavers, rushed work, and shoddy craftsmanship. On top of that, Miguel had the audacity to charge me extra because his workers had to put in more hours all due to his own lack of preparation and failure to follow our agreement. His lack of professionalism, accountability, and honesty is appalling. I wouldn’t trust this man to build a sandcastle. What I’ve learned from this mess: never pay a contractor without getting an itemized list, double check the materials yourself, and don’t assume people will be honest just because they seem nice. If I had the time and energy, I’d take him to court. But truthfully, I believe karma will handle it because there’s no way good will come to someone who operates this deceitfully. Save yourself the money and stress — do not hire Miguel"
Danielle B on May 2025
25 years of experience tenderly caring for my customers and their yards. We don't have one size fits all, but customize just what you need, when you need it. We make it easy on our customers by providing complete lawn, garden and yard care services. We have built our business by referrals from satisfied customers like these:
"Great. It looks like i just moved in to a new home! Very pleasant to work with"
Robin W on March 2025
25 years of experience tenderly caring for my customers and their yards. We don't have one size fits all, but customize just what you need, when you need it. We make it easy on our customers by providing complete lawn, garden and yard care services. We have built our business by referrals from satisfied customers like these:
"Great. It looks like i just moved in to a new home! Very pleasant to work with"
Robin W on March 2025
We are a small landscaping company out of Durham N.C. We have been serving the Triangle for 24 years this June . We started with residential lawn services and gradually moved into Commercial Maintenance. Over the years, we pursued landscaping trades by way of education and hiring employees who have been qualified to perform various landscaping jobs. We install retaining walls , patio, fencing, landscaping lighting, grading , sod installation, renovation of lawn , trees, shrubs , flowerbeds, drainage system, and much more.
"Yard looks wonderful. Looking forward to planned plantings this fall. Definitely recommend this company"
ceib p on April 2024
We are a small landscaping company out of Durham N.C. We have been serving the Triangle for 24 years this June . We started with residential lawn services and gradually moved into Commercial Maintenance. Over the years, we pursued landscaping trades by way of education and hiring employees who have been qualified to perform various landscaping jobs. We install retaining walls , patio, fencing, landscaping lighting, grading , sod installation, renovation of lawn , trees, shrubs , flowerbeds, drainage system, and much more.
"Yard looks wonderful. Looking forward to planned plantings this fall. Definitely recommend this company"
ceib p on April 2024
At Lemonade, we transform your lackluster outdoor areas into inviting, tranquil spaces that homeowners delight in and eagerly share with their friends and family. We essentially solve landscape problems to maximize your outdoor space! In 2023 we rebranded our company from "Landmark Design Landscaping" to "Lemonade Landscaping" to better align with our company's future trajectory. We love to be outdoor and want you to enjoy your yard to the fullest. At Lemonade Landscaping, we: Build retaining walls and walkways Install and clean water features such as waterfalls and ponds Remove old landscapes, trees, and brush Install new beds and plants Grade and install new lawns Offer Bobcat Skid Loader Services (Forestry Mulching, Stump Removal, Fallen Tree Chipping/Brush Clean up We are a small, veteran and locally owned, landscaping company with over 11 years of serving customers. We do everything we can to turn our clients into raving fans. Call us now and become a member of our fan club!
"Alan (owner) of Lemonade Landscaping was always on time, worked within out budget constraints, and most importantly made sure we were pleased through the process. The project was orderly, efficient, and wonderful once completed. Will look forward to working with Lemonade Landscaping for future projects!"
Sean B on March 2025
At Lemonade, we transform your lackluster outdoor areas into inviting, tranquil spaces that homeowners delight in and eagerly share with their friends and family. We essentially solve landscape problems to maximize your outdoor space! In 2023 we rebranded our company from "Landmark Design Landscaping" to "Lemonade Landscaping" to better align with our company's future trajectory. We love to be outdoor and want you to enjoy your yard to the fullest. At Lemonade Landscaping, we: Build retaining walls and walkways Install and clean water features such as waterfalls and ponds Remove old landscapes, trees, and brush Install new beds and plants Grade and install new lawns Offer Bobcat Skid Loader Services (Forestry Mulching, Stump Removal, Fallen Tree Chipping/Brush Clean up We are a small, veteran and locally owned, landscaping company with over 11 years of serving customers. We do everything we can to turn our clients into raving fans. Call us now and become a member of our fan club!
"Alan (owner) of Lemonade Landscaping was always on time, worked within out budget constraints, and most importantly made sure we were pleased through the process. The project was orderly, efficient, and wonderful once completed. Will look forward to working with Lemonade Landscaping for future projects!"
Sean B on March 2025
Call today for any of your landscaping service needs. We pride ourselves on providing professional service at an affordable price. We look forward toward working with you soon.
"This was a huge job, and they got out there and HUSTLED. Overall I think they did a terrific job. There were some things I wished they hadn't done, but they were VERY minor, and like I said, it was a HUGE job. The acre lot was ALL WEEDS. Well, pretty much. They did GREAT! I will definitely be hiring them again."
Carol S on March 2021
Call today for any of your landscaping service needs. We pride ourselves on providing professional service at an affordable price. We look forward toward working with you soon.
"This was a huge job, and they got out there and HUSTLED. Overall I think they did a terrific job. There were some things I wished they hadn't done, but they were VERY minor, and like I said, it was a HUGE job. The acre lot was ALL WEEDS. Well, pretty much. They did GREAT! I will definitely be hiring them again."
Carol S on March 2021
We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**
"The job went great! They took out an old multi-tiered wooden deck, reshaped the whole area, and put in an amazing stone patio with wall benches and lighting. Our backyard was a disaster from where we'd had a large tree taken out recently that dominated the entire space, but they graded everything beautifully, laid down sod, and the yard now looks amazing. Completely transformed our entire backyard, better than we could have imagined. Nicolas and team were great to work with, very responsive to any questions, helped us choose all of the materials we wanted, and turned our loose vision into reality. Would definitely use again in the future."
Jeffrey & Amy S on May 2021
We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**
"The job went great! They took out an old multi-tiered wooden deck, reshaped the whole area, and put in an amazing stone patio with wall benches and lighting. Our backyard was a disaster from where we'd had a large tree taken out recently that dominated the entire space, but they graded everything beautifully, laid down sod, and the yard now looks amazing. Completely transformed our entire backyard, better than we could have imagined. Nicolas and team were great to work with, very responsive to any questions, helped us choose all of the materials we wanted, and turned our loose vision into reality. Would definitely use again in the future."
Jeffrey & Amy S on May 2021
We are a full service landscape company that provides professional, friendly service at a reasonable cost. Landscaping and Hardscaping services offered at a reasonable cost!
"Exactly as he described. He ran into some root problems, but got that resolved and they are very happy with the new back yard"
Pam V on March 2025
We are a full service landscape company that provides professional, friendly service at a reasonable cost. Landscaping and Hardscaping services offered at a reasonable cost!
"Exactly as he described. He ran into some root problems, but got that resolved and they are very happy with the new back yard"
Pam V on March 2025
At West Wall, we are passionate about transforming your outdoor living space with our hardscape solutions. Whether you need a patio, a walkway, a retaining wall, a driveway, an outdoor kitchen, or any other hardscape project, we have the skills, the experience, and the vision to make it happen. We work with you to design and install hardscapes that suit your style, budget, and needs. We use only the best materials and the latest techniques to ensure that your outdoor space is durable, functional, and beautiful. Most Importantly we pride ourselves on our customer service, which means we listen to your feedback, communicate clearly, and deliver on our promises. When you choose West Wall, you choose quality, creativity, and satisfaction.
"I highly recommend West Wall. All around great service, Brian and his crew were very approachable and patient with us during construction. They kept the worksite clean everyday! We love the final result. We met with 4 other contractors and are extremely happy we chose West Wall! Thank you very much to Brian and his team for transforming our yard and making our vision come to life."
Sienna R on January 2024
At West Wall, we are passionate about transforming your outdoor living space with our hardscape solutions. Whether you need a patio, a walkway, a retaining wall, a driveway, an outdoor kitchen, or any other hardscape project, we have the skills, the experience, and the vision to make it happen. We work with you to design and install hardscapes that suit your style, budget, and needs. We use only the best materials and the latest techniques to ensure that your outdoor space is durable, functional, and beautiful. Most Importantly we pride ourselves on our customer service, which means we listen to your feedback, communicate clearly, and deliver on our promises. When you choose West Wall, you choose quality, creativity, and satisfaction.
"I highly recommend West Wall. All around great service, Brian and his crew were very approachable and patient with us during construction. They kept the worksite clean everyday! We love the final result. We met with 4 other contractors and are extremely happy we chose West Wall! Thank you very much to Brian and his team for transforming our yard and making our vision come to life."
Sienna R on January 2024
We are proud to have served the Triangle for 25+ years. We offer reasonable prices, and phenomenal results. We know that details matter. We specialize in irrigation installation and repairs. We enjoy other services like maintenance, landscape lighting, hardscapes, and more!We can help you get the landscape and lawn you've always dreamed of!
"Jon and his crew did an excellent job with the irrigation system. They were professional, prompt, and thorough. Would highly recommend them for irrigation and lawn services."
Tim C on February 2025
We are proud to have served the Triangle for 25+ years. We offer reasonable prices, and phenomenal results. We know that details matter. We specialize in irrigation installation and repairs. We enjoy other services like maintenance, landscape lighting, hardscapes, and more!We can help you get the landscape and lawn you've always dreamed of!
"Jon and his crew did an excellent job with the irrigation system. They were professional, prompt, and thorough. Would highly recommend them for irrigation and lawn services."
Tim C on February 2025
Landscapers typically charge $25 to $50 per person per hour, which equals around $50 to $100 per hour for a two-person crew. These rates can vary depending on your location, the size of staff needed for the job, and overall job type. For example, a larger crew will be needed for structural additions and hardscaping versus planting flowers.
When it comes to landscapers, licensing laws vary. Landscaping architects are required to be licensed in all 50 states, whereas traditional landscaping contractors are not typically required to hold a certification. You’ll likely be working with a landscaping contractor for most residential projects. If you are redesigning your whole yard or adding in hardscape features, you will work with a landscaping architect at some point during the project. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local landscaper guidelines.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
Lawn irrigation is the process of getting water to your lawn, grass and all, for it to grow. There are five main types of lawn irrigation methods:
Manual irrigation puts you in charge of the flow of water. Using a sprinkler head on your hose is best to evenly distribute the water across your entire lawn. This doesn’t take much time but requires you to be physically outside holding the hose.
Above-ground sprinklers attach to your hose and rotate or oscillate around your lawn. Since these are above-ground, they’ll need to be moved when it’s time to mow, and depending on the size of your property, you might need to move it around your yard for full coverage.
In-ground sprinklers are flush with the ground when not in use but pop up above the ground level when it's time to water the lawn. Piping for these sprinklers is all found underground, and there are different types of sprinkler heads for different uses and lawn sizes.
Drip irrigation involves drip lines that are more efficient than sprinklers for more extensive lawns. This involves a lot of digging since they are installed underground, but it makes it easy for you to mow.
Rainwater collection and irrigation uses nature’s precipitation to water your lawn. This option might not be available in every area since semi-reliable rainfall is needed, though the barrels for this system can range from 15 gallons to 10,000 gallons or more.
The cost of a lawn sprinkler system is $2,550 for the average homeowner. However, this price can range from $350 to $5,000 or more, depending on the type of sprinkler system you install, the size of your yard, and the type of sprinkler heads you choose. For example, rotating or oscillating sprinkler heads are more expensive than stationary ones, making the cost for one sprinkler head $2.50 to $30 each. Likewise, a yard that is 1/4 of an acre in size averages a total average price of $2,460; however, a one-acre yard averages a cost of $9,840.
Landscaping costs around $3,500 but varies widely from $200 to $14,000. Factors that play a part in your final landscaping price tag include:
Location
Yard size
Project size
Materials
Land preparation
Type of landscaping
Considering so many factors, it’s not surprising that the overall costs can differ. A typical landscaping project is flower bed installation, which averages between $800 and $3,000. However, landscape lighting installation is a higher-end project, with a price tag of $2,000 to $6,000.