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Top-Rated Landscapers in Emerald Isle - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Carteret Lawn Care LLC
Carteret Lawn Care LLC
4.9(
48
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLawn & Yard Waste Clean Up+1 more

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Weâ ve been using Carteret Lawn Care for a while now and Pauls work is paramount. Heâ s honest and very easy to work with. He takes his time and does more than the typical mow and blow. Heâ s goes above and beyond to keep our yard meticulously maintained."
BEFORE Leaf clean-up
AFTER Leaf clean-up
Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Fast Lane Contracting
4.2(
56
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingDesigner - Landscape+2 more

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I recently hired this contractor for a full home demolition in preparation for a new home rebuild. The project exceeded every expectation. From start to finish, their customer service was truly exceptional—they were professional, responsive, and genuinely committed to making the process as smooth as possible. Communication was outstanding at every stage, Most importantly, the project was completed exactly on schedule and stayed within the agreed-upon budget, which is rare and greatly appreciated. The quality of their work, combined with their reliability and integrity, makes them a contractor I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a seamless and stress-free experience. Harris S."
Waterfron Home
Town Creek Marina
retaining wall
Town Creek Marina
Feel the Beach!

+16

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Lee's Yard Works
Lee's Yard Works
4.6(
36
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden+9 more

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lee is a wonderful person and a skilled landscape professional. He installed sod for us which has taken nicely and also did some pavers and planted perennials and landscaped with rocks. Greatly improved the appearance of our yard"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Pinehurst Turf Pros
Pinehurst Turf Pros
5.0(
12
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Landscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Landscaping, Putting Greens, etc. - For Business

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Highly recommend Pinehurst Turf Pros. They were great to work with and communicated throughout the entire process. They do meticulous work and took their time to make our project look great. Along with the great job of installing our turf, they did an outstanding job of cleaning up after the work was done and I truly appreciated the effort make things like they were before they arrived. Great people to work with and they were also great with letting our dogs join them at times so they could use the backyard. Quality work at a reasonable and fair price."
Panoramic View
Close up of Green and Landscape
Poolside
Grill Side
Low Angle

+48

Response time4 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
C Gull Tree Service
4.6(
71
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For BusinessRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommend C Gull tree service! They were professional and did an outstanding job from start to finish. Their pricing was fair and they clearly take pride in their work. If you need a job done right this is the company to call!"
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Carolina Concrete & Brick, LLC
Carolina Concrete & Brick, LLC
4.4(
49
)
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Had my entire driveway removed and replaced. After a few months found crack in driveway. An "employee" of the company stated he would repair the crack at no cost. Several months later "employee" removed a section of driveway and then refused to complete the work. Business owner claims they did not agree to do the repair and "employee" did it on his own personal time. Don't understand how a business could allow an "employee" start but not finish a job. Make sure you get warranty in writing. Had to complete repair on my own."
Steps
steps
concrete slab for a garage
slab for shed
Steps and Walkway Repair

+43

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Landscaping FAQs, answered by experts

A window flower box should be deep enough that there’s room for a wide selection of plants and the required amount of soil and gravel. Standard flower boxes are 8 inches deep and 8 inches from front to back. Larger is better to increase the variety of plants in the box, but you could run into stability issues as it increases in weight.

The best type of rock for landscaping depends on your specific project and needs, as different rocks are suited for different applications. For covering large areas or creating an affordable driveway, consider gravel, but note that it can wash away in flowing water. For water features, river rocks are a good option. Flagstone and cobblestone are ideal for aesthetically pleasing patios and walkways. If you are building a stone wall, fieldstone or small boulders are up to the task. Large boulders and landscape rocks work well as statement pieces, to fill empty space, or to indicate boundaries, but be mindful that they can overwhelm smaller gardens. The best approach is to first define your landscaping project and then select the rock type that best fits that purpose.

Landscaping prices are sometimes negotiable, but it depends on the professional with whom you’re working. In most cases, you’ll have a better chance of negotiating prices down the more work you have done. Your pro might be willing to discount labor if they’re guaranteed a large job. You can also ask your landscaper to recommend more affordable materials that will still bring your vision to life to save.

By definition, gardeners are experts at designing and maintaining outdoor gardens. Their job duties extend far beyond choosing the right plants for the area, which in itself is a job—they also help maintain the health and well-being of the plants. Gardeners work independently or for landscapers, nurseries, or horticulture design companies.

Environmental considerations include native plant selection, wildlife habitation, erosion prevention measures, and managing water runoff patterns to protect the lakefront ecosystem.

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