Outdoor Designs

Founded 1992 • With Angi since November 2008

Outdoor Designs of Texas has been serving Austin, Texas and its surrounding areas since 1992. Serving both residential and commercial customers alike; our mission is to provide quality service and competitive rates to all our clients. Thank you for taking an interest in our business, we look forward to providing you solutions to all of your drainage and landscaping needs. LICENSE #75768. DBA: WES COWART INC.

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Amenities

Free Estimates
No
Warranties
No
Senior Discount
no
Eco-Friendly Accreditations
No
No License Required for Trade
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Verified Reviews

4.9

(92) Verified Reviews

Ratings Distribution

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Rating Details

Price
4.8
Professionalism
4.9
Punctuality
5.0
Quality
4.9
Responsiveness
4.9

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lawn & landscaping (78)excavating (27)hardscaping (25)drain pipe installation (15)mulch delivering (11)concrete repair (9)Patios (7)concrete driveways (5)
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Ryan D.
5.0
06/17/2021
I contacted Wes at Outdoor Designs this Spring for help with my landscaping after the 2021 Winter Storms. Like many, the storms destroyed all the agave and cactus in our xeriscaped front yard. Wes came out for a consultation, and we devised a plan to rip out the dead plants xeriscaping and lay new sod and add some other features. Wes knows his stuff and provided all sorts of interesting background on Central Texas plants and grasses. Wes' prices are competitive, and the work and design were outstanding. His team did a great job, and they've been with him a long time. We still get compliments on our new lawn from our neighbors and friends. We went from worst to first-place yard on the block. My wife and I recommend Wes and his team. We plan to work with Wes on some backyard updates in the future. Thanks, guys!
Description of Work
Landscape removal and installation
Category
excavators, landscaping, lawn service, mulch
Cost
$5,900
Hire Again?
Yes
Jeffrey E.
5.0
08/17/2020
Wes and his team are awesome and the results were beyond our expectations. Top quality material used through out and his prices were in line with the others we spoke with. One of the reason we went with outdoor Designs is that Wes' picked up on both large and small challenges during our first visit. He talked to us about things that the others failed to mention and when the project was finished we could tell that Wes had a vision in his head about what this was going to look like before he even left our home. We had some minor grade/slope issues that were difficult to see before hand, but now that it is finished we can admire Wes' elegant solutions that show in the end result. I know after our next Texas downpour that we'll appreciate his talents even more. Plus, Wes is a really nice & easy going guy. We both picked up on that within minutes of his arrival - and nothing pushy about him. It was nice to learn that most of his crew have been with Wes for years - low turnover means that he treats his workers well and he keeps the best. Listen, Wes' price will be competitive, but his workmanship is unrivaled. We've been home owners for 40 years and have seen a lot. We can't recommend Wes & team highly enough.
Description of Work
Front entryway renewal
Category
excavators, landscaping, pavers, gravel, drain pipe, hardscaping, patios
Hire Again?
Yes
Chuck N.
5.0
07/09/2020
Wes and his crew provided a reasonable proposal for the work. The work was scheduled within days of receiving the proposal. Crew did a fantastic job and cleaned up all the waste material. Wes met the crew at the house in the morning to make sure they understood the scope and came back after they were done before they left to be sure everything was done and we were happy.
Description of Work
trimming shrubs and trees, cleaning out our flower beds, planting new shrubs, and mulching all the beds
Category
landscaping
Cost
$2,540
Hire Again?
Yes
emil B.
5.0
05/12/2020
Wes and his team were efficient and did a great job. They regraded my backyard so that the water flows around and away from my house. For the first time in over 5 years since living in this home our patio did not flood after a large downpour!
Description of Work
Backyard drainage
Category
landscaping, lawn service
Cost
$3,500
Hire Again?
Yes
Clifford W.
5.0
04/06/2020
The work went exceptionally well. The crew did a terrific job clearing out the old shrubs and landscaping. The sod went in quickly and the new mulch looks great. The end result was just what was proposed and an excellent value.
Description of Work
Clear out several old beds across the front of the property, install sod, remove stumps, and put down mulch on the cleared ground.
Category
landscaping, mulch
Hire Again?
Yes
Michael E.
5.0
03/30/2020
Outdoor Designs did a great job. Wes developed a design for our landscaping project. The work was completed in a timely and professional manner. We are very happy with the outcome.
Description of Work
Landscaping project
Category
landscaping
Cost
$6,000
Hire Again?
Yes

Service Provider Response

Thank you sir. My pleasure.
marcelo D.
5.0
09/13/2019
We had our complete backyard re done. Outdoor design not only did a great job the first time. Then they came out again after we installed a pool and did another amazing job!!
Description of Work
N/A
Category
landscaping, lawn service, irrigation systems, mulch
Hire Again?
Yes
MICHAEL L.
5.0
09/13/2019
Excellent. Wes and his team are top-notch. This is my second home that Outdoor Designs has completed outstanding landscaping.
Description of Work
Landscaping with limestone edging in the front & back yards, plus limestone gravel paths in the back yard.
Category
landscaping, pavers, gravel
Cost
$600
Hire Again?
Yes
Tina H.
5.0
03/05/2019
They did an awesome job and we would highly recommend them. They leveled it correctly, and even left the yard better than before. They were very professional and we would definitely hire them again.
Description of Work
They put in a new paver patio at our home.
Category
landscaping, hardscaping, patios
Hire Again?
Yes
Anna G.
5.0
02/27/2019
They are good. They were responsive. There were too many complications and they addressed every questions. They are very knowledgeable. The crew are very nice as well.
Description of Work
They graded our landscape.
Category
excavators, landscaping
Hire Again?
Yes
Lance M.
5.0
02/22/2019
They are great all around. Showed up on time. Gave an accurate bid. The work was finished early than discussed high quality all around.
Description of Work
Landscaping
Category
landscaping, hardscaping
Hire Again?
Yes
John & Phyllis B.
5.0
02/22/2019
It was an excellent service. They are very courteous and professional. They are excellent when it comes to detail attention.
Description of Work
They put in a yard for us.
Category
landscaping
Hire Again?
Yes
Kimberly S.
5.0
07/30/2018
This was one of the contractors I’ve had the least amount of troubles with as the crew was respectful prompt and courteous and the owner was straightforward.
Description of Work
Create drainage swells away from house
Category
excavators, drain pipe
Cost
$8,000
Hire Again?
Yes
Sally K D.
5.0
07/22/2018
7/2017 - Outdoor Design replaced the sidewalk to the front porch, slightly slanted in order to facilitate the drainage of water. For the second time, his clear understanding of the water flow allowed for a simpler, less expensive solution. Other bids required long, complicated French drains. They also installed rocks between two other buildings to reduce erosion and solve drainage problems. Both solutions have worked well. He is professional, precise, prompt, and knowledgeable. 8/2013 - Wes Cowart installed a new French drain and four pipes to carry the water. It has worked perfectly for over five years. He did it at a cost that was well below the two highest of our four bids.
Description of Work
7/2017 - Water from the roof of a home in our HOA was flooding the entrance sidewalk up to the front porch. Between two other homes there had been ongoing erosion since 2011. 8/2013 - When water was flooding a home in our HOA, we hired them to redirect the rainwater.
Category
concrete repair, landscaping, pavers, gravel, drain pipe
Hire Again?
Yes
Jay B.
5.0
05/10/2018
Excellent! It is a delight to give this review, I would never hire anyone else to do landscaping at my home except Wes Cowart and his company. Extremely professional!
Description of Work
Landscaping, pathway, level yard, new sod, trees, flowers
Category
landscaping, mulch, pavers, gravel, hardscaping
Cost
$9,000
Hire Again?
Yes
Victor N.
5.0
04/20/2018
My home almost flooded due to water run off. As soon as we could we hired Outdoor Designs to come out and help. Wes took measurements and determine the best option for regrading. The results were great. Now when it rains, water is diverted around the house.
Description of Work
Land regrading
Category
excavators, landscaping
Hire Again?
Yes
William J.
5.0
04/16/2018
Wes and his crew did a great job. The crew misunderstood all the work to be performed, but a simple call to Wes, and the crew showed up the next morning and finished the job as promised. Wes and his crew were very easy to work with and we made adjustments to the original plan as we discovered all that was involved. Got several quotes, and Wes had the best price, and certainly provided great service and recommendations.
Description of Work
Stumps removed and land leveled. Garden soil delivered and placed in raised beds. Driveway gravel delivered and leveled.
Category
landscaping
Cost
$4,200
Hire Again?
Yes
Jack S.
5.0
03/27/2018
It went great! As always, Wes and his guys went above and beyond. I can always count on a professional job done right the first time when I call Wes. Keep his phone number and forget everyone else. Jack Schmitt Leander, TX

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Review for Outdoor Designs - 2099 FM-971, Georgetown, TX - 36934642
Description of Work
Redigging and reshaping drainage ditch, grading & shaping driveway, building stone wall
Category
concrete driveways, excavators, landscaping, pavers, gravel
Hire Again?
Yes
Sally K D.
5.0
03/11/2018
In each case for us, their work exceeded expectations. Three or more bids were gotten each time, and theirs was the low bid and the most sensible solution to each problem.
Description of Work
The first time they installed a new French drain and drainage pipes in an area that was flooding a home. The second time they changed the slant on a concrete walk to allow water to flow away from a building, not into the foundation.
Category
landscaping, hardscaping
Cost
$3,400
Hire Again?
Yes
Nicholas B.
1.0
03/04/2018
Refused to even provide a quote since our job was “too small”
Description of Work
Landscaping
Category
landscaping, pavers, gravel

Service Provider Response

I'm sorry for the misunderstanding.I didn't refuse to provide a proposal. I explained to the customer that the cost for this small project would not be a value to him. I directed him to talk to a lawn maintenance company in the neighborhood that should be able to do his project at a good rate, since he was already in the subdivision. I was actually trying to save the customer money and look out for his interest, unfortunately it resulted in a grade of F.
sharon S.
5.0
02/13/2018
Great. They did the job early and quickly. Was just what I wanted. Low maintenance and beautiful
Description of Work
Backyard clean up and landscaping
Category
landscaping, pavers, gravel
Hire Again?
Yes
Todd M.
4.0
01/20/2018
Wes and his team did a great job excavating our concrete driveway and replacing it with crushed limestone over a graded road bed to address our drainage issues. He also built a large well constructed cedar deck behind our house. Wes and his team were prompt, efficient, and left our property looking much better than it did when they started.
Description of Work
remove and replace driveway and build deck
Category
decks, concrete driveways, landscaping, pavers, gravel
Hire Again?
Yes
Sheila N.
5.0
01/03/2018
Great success. All drainage issues addressed and corrected.
Description of Work
road work/culverts
Category
concrete driveways, excavators, landscaping, drain pipe
Cost
$15,000
Hire Again?
Yes
Deborah M.
5.0
01/02/2018
Wes Cowart of Outdoor Designs was amazing. All of my drainage issues are fixed!!!!!
Description of Work
issues with grade of lawn and water drainage
Category
landscaping, pavers, gravel, drain pipe, patios
Hire Again?
Yes
Deborah M.
5.0
01/02/2018
Everything and everyone was incredibly professional and yard, patio, and walkway look awesome!!!
Description of Work
My entire backyard was re graded for water issues, a French drain was installed at the front of my house plus he installed a beautiful new patio and front walkway.
Category
excavators, landscaping, patios
Hire Again?
Yes

Service Provider Response

Thank you [Member Name Removed]. It was a pleasure working with you. Your yard was quite a challenge, but it turned out great. Let me know if you need anything in the future. Thanks, Wes

Phone

Address

2099 FM-971

Georgetown, TX 78626

Monday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Website

http://www.outdoordesignstx.com

Other Information

Services offered

Land Grading & Sloping, Drainage Diagnostics & Repair, Retaining Walls, Lot Clearing, New Construction Cleanup, Concrete Patios, Side Walks & Driveways.

Services not offered

Partial Interior Demolition, Interior Remodeling

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FAQ

Outdoor Designs is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Outdoor Designs is open:

Monday: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Outdoor Designs accepts the following forms of payment: Check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover

No, Outdoor Designs does not offer free project estimates.

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

No, Outdoor Designs does not offer a senior discount.

No, Outdoor Designs does not offer warranties.

Outdoor Designs offers the following services: Land Grading & Sloping, Drainage Diagnostics & Repair, Retaining Walls, Lot Clearing, New Construction Cleanup, Concrete Patios, Side Walks & Driveways.

Partial Interior Demolition, Interior Remodeling