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Serene Aqua

Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Landscaping, Patios,

About us

Our company is your most outside the box thinking landscaping service in the area. With our many years of experience in commercial and residential landscaping we can help you create your dream landscape! We specialize in a broad range of landscaping techniques, rather it be as simple as a new paver patio or as complex as a whole yard design we work hand-in-hand with a team of architects and horticulturalists to bring you a well-rounded approach. We follow the philosophy that each landscape is unique and provide each client with a personalized plan to fit the landscapes specific needs. Always reliable, professional and accountable. Call today for a free estimate.

Business highlights

Eco Friendly
Family owned & operated
Emergency services offered
19 years of experience

Services we offer

Landscape design, maintenance and installation, water features and gardens, pondless waterfalls, pavers, patios, outdoor living & lighting, driveways, sidewalks, fire-pits & fireplaces, retaining walls, fencing, & drainage systems.

Services we don't offer

Grass mowing

Amenities

Eco Friendly Accreditations

Yes

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Senior Discount

10%

Accepted Payment Methods

  • PayPal
  • American Express
  • Check
  • Visa
  • Discover
  • MasterCard
Reviews
4.933 Reviews
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Robin W.
Jul 2020
1.0
Concrete Repair
Never got a response from them
Response from Serene Aqua
"Hello [Member Name Removed], We appreciate it when our customers take the time to leave us online reviews, because it lets us improve and serve our customers better each and every day. However, we took a look and it seems we have no telephone, email, or text record of any customer who matches your name. Because we take our genuine customer's comments very seriously, please contact me at 513.919.9979 so we can do our best to resolve this issue immediately."

SIMON R.
Jan 2020
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Landscaping + 2 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,800
Rob and his crew far exceeded my expectations. The design, quality, professionalism and response time were second to none. I had several quotes and there is NO WAY I would have entrusted the project to anyone else. You will NOT find a better solution to your needs. look no farther and give them a call. I cannot recommend them any higher.

Dawn E.
Dec 2019
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Masonry Work + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
I had a retaining wall that leads to the outside entrance to my basement the was collapsing. Rob and his team at Serene Aqua assessed the damage, discussed my options, and gave me a quote within 24 hours of contacting them. Based on their recommendation (best materials to build and reinforce wall) I had a new retaining wall just a few days later. I am so pleased with the work and the overall professionalism that I highly recommend Serene Aqua. Rob has a creative vision that help uncreative people like myself. The photo I'm submitting is prior to final completion but you'll see the great job they did to replace the dangerous mess I had.

J C.
Dec 2019
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Landscaping + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
Serene Aqua did an excellent job of pond cleaning and rehabilitation for a fair price and we really appreciate them and their fine work. Please use them to give your property special beauty. We would use them again and recommend them to friends and neighbors!

Laura P.
Jun 2019
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Patios
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,700
We are so pleased with our experience with Rob and his team! We had reached out to nearly 25 companies to get quotes for our patio project. Serene Aqua Landscaping was one of only two companies that returned our phone calls. Our project was unique in that we live at a condo, so you have to get a drawing and scope of work submitted to our condo association for approval. Serene Aqua Landscaping was the only one to send us the required drawing, so they really stood out to me from the start. Rob has been a great communicator throughout the process and timely responded to my multiple emails before, during, and after project completion. His team of guys are hard-working, respectful, and meticulous to details. It is not easy working at a condo, but the guys were always mindful of the other residents and cleaned up their work space every evening. We have gotten so many positive comments about patio from the condo association and other residents. We love our patio and use it every day! Thanks Rob and your team for a fantastic job! -Mike & Laura

Judith M.
Apr 2019
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000
In the last 20 years there are just 2 or 3 contractors I'd have come back and do more work for me and Rob is one of them. Our home is a new construction and we were supposed to have a pool installed in August 2018. Rob came out and walked through the project with us in July. One delay after the next, more rainy days than we can count and next thing we find ourselves in March with the pool finally getting wrapped up!! Rob hung with us the whole time. When we were finally ready, he was ready! He had good ideas on several aspects of the back yard and we love the outcome! The quality of workmanship is excellent. The crew cleaned up after themselves every day and Rob communicated next steps with us frequently so we were not left wondering. We modified the plan several times and Rob updated the quote for us along the way. There were no surprises. He addressed questions and came out for a final walk through before I left on vacation. The pictures speak for themselves (before and after). I would highly recommend Rob to anyone looking for a quality outdoor space! (Note that the concrete around the pool was done by another company).

Anne C.
Oct 2018
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
It is amazing how Rob can take a concept and translate it into reality! We absolutely love the outcome. In addition, all the people who worked to build the patio and pond were courteous, punctual and cleaned up after themselves. They really went above and beyond. The only reason for the “B” on responsiveness is because Rob does it all including answering the phones and responding to email. This may mean it takes him a bit to get back, but he always does... and it is well worth the wait!

Kathy H.
Sep 2018
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Landscaping + 4 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
A+++++ Rob and his team are kind, committed, hardworking, skilled, and talented hard-scapers, landscapers, and water-scapers. I was blessed the day I called Rob after approximately 30 other phone calls. The job we desired included so many aspects of landscaping - all other companies could do one or two but not all the required landscaping, hardscaping, and waterscaping. Rob created and his team built a backyard oasis that is beyond my wildest dreams. Rob is so pleasant with every desire to start and complete a project to the customer's expectations. His team works so hard no matter the conditions. They waste not a moment, work long hours, and clean up each and every day before leaving. They are such tremendous people with very challenging jobs. Rob created a "mountain" waterfall in our backyard that could easily be in front of a business, yet it's in my yard. Rob prices his jobs fairly and did everything we wanted without fail. I cannot overstate my pleasure to do business with Rob.

Jan C.
Aug 2018
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
The stairs turned out wonderfully. We are very pleased with Rob Elsen and his team.

Chandni D.
Jul 2018
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Landscaping + 4 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
Robert was very authentic with his recommendations on timing and cost for the projects. He worked with us to develop a proposal that met our needs and was open to changes along the way. The team that he put together was very professional and respectful of the property. They kept us updated of progress and cleaned up nicely after the work was done. We love our new backyard!

Barry G.
Oct 2017
5.0
Lawn Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40
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Kathleen T.
Aug 2017
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Landscaping
Yes, I recommend this pro
It went great. He came up with a great design. They had themes cleaned up in no time. He came in $1,000. less than another bid from Creech's for the same work. Did some mulching at no charge, providing the mulch and having his guys spread it. Even replaced the shovel the first group stole with a band new one. I love my wall and people who visit, just rave about the work and the way it truned out.

Rosemarie S.
Jun 2017
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Patios + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
We attempted to get estimates from several companies and Rob was one of the two that came out when scheduled, made suggestions and gave us options for our project. His ideas turned out to the be perfect solution for our needs. Although other companies told us our project was too small, he worked us into his schedule and upon completion of the work he inspected both the walkway and the patio. He found an issue that we would have been unaware of and had it rectified to his high standards. We were thrilled to have a perfectionist on the job! The crew was also professional and courteous.

Eva D.
Aug 2016
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$17,000
Rob and his crew did a phenomenal job! Rob's design and visualization of what I wanted was right on target, and he anticipated details of the design that would make life easier, such as the inclusion of a pad for storing my garbage cans, which I wanted, but don't recall bringing up. We encountered a few obstacles (no fault of his own) during the excavation that required modification of the design, but Rob and his crew were able to work around it and still maintain a very artistic flair in the final construction. Rob's prices were very reasonable. Even though the cost increased due to the problems that we encountered, Rob was generous in keeping the cost low. I am very happy with my beautiful new walls!

Naydeen Z.
Aug 2016
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Great! Rob was great to work with! He made sure to keep in contact throughout the whole process, worked with us on our design, he had to come back a few times to make some changes and worked with us throughout the process. The patio looks great! Rob was a pleasure to work with.

Cindy C.
Jul 2016
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Stone and Gravel Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200
From start to finish it went great. Robert is easy to work with both regarding the bid and the design, the crew was hard working and efficient and the job looks beautiful. Their attention to detail was awesome and they kept us in the loop and decision making throughout. Makes quite a difference to the front of our house. If I need future hardscaping I will definitely call Rob again.

Douglas S.
Jul 2016
5.0
Patios, Sunroom and Patio Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Mike P.
Dec 2015
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Landscaping
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
On time and looks great.

Elizabeth H.
Nov 2015
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Landscaping + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,450
unknown

Michael P.
Oct 2015
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Ben W.
Jul 2015
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750
-Thorough quotes for work of which he stands by the price.
-Timely responses.
-Flexibility during the project as things do come up.
-Reliable crew of guys who are courteous, polite and clean up all waste, garbage from the jobs.
 -Quality work has stood the test of time and use (4+years).
Highly recommend Rob and Serene Aqua!

Marty R.
Jun 2015
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Stone and Gravel Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,080
They worked very hard and the final product looks wonderful.  The cleanup could have gone better and the sand and gravel and rock could have been placed on a tarp instead of my lawn.
I had two pavers in the front of the house replaced and a small maple tree cut down. 
Overall, everything was done that I had asked for.
Rob is a great guy and I enjoyed talking with him about the work.

Michele W.
Jun 2015
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Patios
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,500

Project went well.  Very beautiful....many compliments from neighbors and friends.  I will hire again to complete my phase III of the project in the fall.

The owner, Rob and I work hand and hand while working through the plans.  Great creativity and design work.  Definitely met my needs and created the look and value I wanted.

Great work and a Great team.  I definitely recommend.



Jim S.
Jun 2015
3.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service
unknown
Response from Serene Aqua
"Hi (removed member name), I dropped the ball on returning your calls. I personally call over 60 people a week and sometimes I do mess up. Again no excuses, so I am sorry for that. IF you would like to give me another chance I can come out this coming week, to see what I can do to make up for it. If not I understand, and I deserve the grade you gave me."

Joe G.
May 2015
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Patios
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Rob and his team were fantastic! We fielded quotes from other providers, but none were as knowledgeable, thorough, or competitively priced as Serene Aqua. Rob's team broke ground on a Sunday afternoon and by that Friday, we had the best looking house on the block. The crew worked tirelessly, and they were very courteous and professional. They cleaned up every day and never left a mess, despite the dirty work. Rob was consultative with our landscaping, designing a plan around what we already had and even relocating existing plants to maximize their growth. And the patio? AMAZING! We receive compliments from our neighbors regularly on the quality of the work and the looks of the property now versus before. Rob came in on-time and on-budget, and he's remained in contact with us after the job to make sure we properly tend to the new plants he put in. We intend to use Serene Aqua for any and all outdoor projects we have from this point on, and we can't say enough good things about our experience with Rob and his team. Thanks, guys!
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FAQ

Serene Aqua is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday: Closed

Serene Aqua accepts the following forms of payment: PayPal, American Express, Check, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Yes, Serene Aqua offers free project estimates.

Yes, Serene Aqua offers eco-friendly accreditations.

Yes, Serene Aqua offers a 10% senior discount.

Yes, Serene Aqua offers emergency services.

Yes, Serene Aqua offers warranties.

Serene Aqua offers the following services: Landscape design, maintenance and installation, water features and gardens, pondless waterfalls, pavers, patios, outdoor living & lighting, driveways, sidewalks, fire-pits & fireplaces, retaining walls, fencing, & drainage systems.

Grass mowing