Additional DBA - IOE LLC. Bret Laird has been creating spectacular environments for over 26 years. His passion is in seeing a concept start from a conversation, to establishing a plan, and then seeing it become reality. He takes pride in customer care and looks forward to developing a long relationship with customers for years to come.
Description of Work: Replaced and adjusted sprinkler system. Adjusted pressure in the system and replaced rotaries with newer heads that are more water efficient. The proposed price was a little higher than I expected but I engaged the company. I believe I got value for the money paid.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$475
PATTI K.
11/2015
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping, patios
 + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: New sidewalk and front porch. Repair pavers and stain on back patio. Excellent slate work on front porch and back porch.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
David F.
08/2015
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: They installed a pergola, brick pavers and new flower beds. Overall, the whole job went well but was a little bit of a problem at the beginning with the brick paver selection. They did not come close to having the one we chose. We discussed it with the the supervisor and the owner and came to an amiable solution by selecting a completely different brick but it went very well with the look. | |They worked well within our budget and listened to our wants. Leading up to the install date was a little frustrating in getting feedback and/or a response from our contact but we found out later it was due to the overwhelming amount of work they had. We have told our neighbors who have set up appointments with them.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,400
Mary K L.
04/2015
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$19,000
DIANE M.
06/2014
5.0
landscaping, irrigation systems
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Made repairs to our irrigation system, including installing two new heads. They showed up as scheduled, were thorough and finished the work promptly. We would use them again.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
D L.
06/2014
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Adjusted (tune up) sprinkler system and installed an outdoor faucet. |
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
Arthur K.
05/2014
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
We had our house built last year and have been saving for a beautiful yard. Bret and his workers did just that. We were very pleased with his work. First, he came out with his sweet wife and they looked around and took pictures. I really did not know what I wanted so I just left it in his hands and the work was beautiful and his crew were very good and cleaned up the mess daily.. He was always on time and returned my calls immediately. I would tell anyone that if you want professionalism and A+ work to use IOE.
Description of Work: Landscaped front, side and back yard.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,000
Richard P.
04/2014
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
Bret came to my house to discuss the project. We discussed some ideas, and he emailed several graphic makeups of of potential plans. I appreciated how Bret listened and responded to my ideas and requests. A plan and contract price were agreed upon. The existing plants in the atrium were removed. Bret's crew was professional and courteous, and maintained a clean work area. THe finished product was more beautiful that the graphics provided. A zen-styled atrium includes a water fountain, planters with new plants, trestles's, all softly lit on a timer. All of this sits on a rich looking green artificial turf. A low maintenance project was one of my requirements. Bret came through; the water feature feeds from my sprinkler system, lighting is on a timer, and the turf never needs watering or mowing. I just wish I could include a picture here to show you the quality, professional work completed. I am throughly satisfied, and would recommend Inside Out Environments to anyone. I have included a link to the website below. http://insideoutenvironments.com
Description of Work: Designed and completed an outdoor atrium
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
john D.
04/2014
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping, irrigation systems
 + 1 more
They're consistent, they're on time and they have good pricing.
Description of Work: I used the landscaping, landscaping - hardscaping & pavers and lawn irrigation service of InsideOut Environments LLC. They did installation of artificial turf, schrugs, excavating and drainage.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25,000
Michael R.
01/2014
5.0
patios
 + -1 more
Submitted proposal for a patio cover and redesigned patio. Responded quickly and professionally. I would appreciate a drawing of the design to understand better what he is proposing. Still have not selected a provider for the project.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
Response from InsideOut Environments LLC
(member name removed), thanks for the review. In the review you requested a design of the proposed area. I sent a design that we discussed back on 8-11-2013. Is there another design that you are looking to receive? Thanks
Martha G.
09/2013
5.0
landscaping, irrigation systems
 + 0 more
BRET WAS RESPONSIVE, VERY HELPFUL AND INFORMATIVE AND ANSWERED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SYSTEM. WE HAD NEVER HAD A SPRINKLER SYSTEM UNTIL WE MOVED INTO THIS HOUSE AND WERE UNFAMILIAR WITH IRRIGATION SETUPS. HE WAS VERY REASONABLY PRICED, PROFESSIONAL, PROMPT, AND HIS CREW WORKED VERY WELL TOGETHER TO GET THE JOB DONE. BRET WAS VERY CONSCIENTIOUS AND DID A FINAL CHECK OF EACH STATION TO MAKE SURE THERE WERE NO PROBLEMS. EVERYTHING WAS CLEANED UP AFTER THE JOB WAS COMPLETED, i WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND INSIDE OUT ENVIRONMENTS FOR ANY LANDSCAPING/LAWN CARE NEEDS.
Description of Work: ASSESSED PROBLEMS WITH THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM AND MADE NECESSARY REPAIRS TO GET IT OPERATIONAL.THE IRRIGATION SYSTEM HAD BEEN DAMAGED WHEN ANOTHER COMPANY DID SOME OUTSIDE WORK.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$330
Aileen F.
08/2013
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
 + 0 more
Bret & his crew were very punctual. professional and reasonably priced.They completed everything we requested and our yard looks terrific. We couldn't be more pleased. In fact, we plan to use them again to do further landscaping. Would definitely recommend using this company.
Description of Work: Removed 2 sections of peppled concrete and a fence post, added new grass and cleaned up area.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Johnie M.
08/2013
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping, irrigation systems
 + 1 more
From start to finish, Bret was on time with his work, detailed, listened to any last minute changes we had and was totally agreeable in working with those changes. His crew was hard working, all business, and clean up each day was immaculate. He was always available whether by phone or email. A very conscientious young man. His work included... 550 sq ft of patio pavers beautifully done - no detail left undone refurbished existing bull rock areas; added new bull rock in other areas refurbished existing flower beds; added new flower beds with new soil and mulch installed drainage on the patio
Description of Work: Bret provided a complete landscape design proposal for our back yard - including hard scape and soft scape. We told him our ideas and he came back within 2 days with a complete color graphic design layout. Outstanding.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,500
Marc G.
06/2013
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Despite the fact that I decided to use another provider for our project I would highly recommend considering Brett as you assess your options. We spoke with 4 providers and the bid we received was in line with others. Brett was extremely responsive and professional in his initial response as well as to additional request made of home as we changed our requirements. Our decision to go with another provider in no way reflects poorly on Inside Out and would definitely consider them for future work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Amber B.
03/2013
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
I spoke initially with 5 landscapers. Bret was competitive - and more than that - we had a chemistry. He loves being creative - however the difference was - he LISTENED to me. Yes, he made suggestions along the way - but he never pushed nor insisted that I do anything a certain way. He truly understands CUSTOMER SERVICE. He listened, he followed through, always punctual, always cleaned up, and along the way we discussed new, creative things to do. What I appreciated most: he never made me "wrong". He gave me a professional opinion, but if I wanted to go in another direction he was fine, never argued, etc. We needed to put in landscaping that was MORE than deer resistant (I found out from neighbors that the deer here eat EVERYTHING that's deer resistant), so I did my homework and we did not use the plants he initally recommended - I didn't want to take a chance. I wanted low maintenance with a simple/Asian feel - he created a riverbed in the front with boulders that we picked out together that is beautiful. His workers worked long hours & did a beautiful job. I was going to use a fountain company, but in the end I trusted him so much that I asked him to build me a fountain - and it was cheaper & bigger than the estimate I got from the company - and again the boulders he chose have a pinkish hue that complement the pavers & stamped concrete in the screened in porch. I LOVE MY SANCTUARY. This guy is a GEM and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND him!!!!! He's creative, artistic, has rich taste, LISTENS, guides, and satisfied his customers!!!!!
Description of Work: Wanting to create a sanctuary - we did a LOT in 2 months. Bret tore out all of the landscaping & we started from scratch; fixed my irrigation; partially covered the screened in porch with Lexan; tore out the back porch & set in beautiful pavers and built a gorgeous fountain. He also did french drains so that my backyard wouldn't hold so much water.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$27,000
William H.
03/2013
5.0
landscaping
 + -1 more
The work went very well. I gave Bret a budget within which I wanted to stay, and, although we had to make a couple of adjustments due to my requests as the work progressed, he kept the final bill within about 15% of my target price. The workers arrived on time, worked hard all day long, and produced a very consistent, integrated appearance in the new pavestone work. The landscaping also went very well, with the result that my yard now looks much, much bigger than it did. The work was done around the Christmas season, and there were some understandable delays, which Bret and I communicated about throughout. All in all, this was a job well done.
Description of Work: IOE removed two old, rotten wood decks and replace them with pavestone patios. They also dug up and relaid the pavestone decking around my pool. The pavestone around my pool is no longer available, so Bret Laird worked with me to find very similar style and color, then mixed the old pavestone with the new around the pool and on the new patios, to produce a complete, integrated appearance. We also had some old brick that we had salvaged from past work, and he was able to reuse that for border and decking. They also cleaned out some overgrown landscaping, removed some volunteered "trash trees", and mulched the beds. And finally, they power-washed the patios, decking, and even the Hardy plank on the back side of my house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
CARMEN A.
09/2012
5.0
drain pipe, landscaping, hardscaping, irrigation systems
 + 2 more
Our experience working with Bret Laird was so exceptional, so positive, that we want to work with him again. We want to start a budget solely to plan for the next Bret-designed project. He is creative, he has knowledge and his ideas alone are appealing. Both Bret and his crew worked so very hard. Our situation was bad (grading and drainage problems), and InsideOut Environments was the way to go to not only remedy everything BUT also make things look beautiful. And lastly, Bret will answer and return calls and email (and text messages) like it's something going out of style and he has to keep lines of communication open before then (because with some contractors, it has).
Description of Work: Installation of 4'' commercial grade / corrugated perforated pipe (to tie into 4'' sdr35 PVC pipe running out to street) and adapters and tie-ins for gutter down spouts. 4'' sdr35 PVC pipe / to run from side of house to street, as well as down the driveway to street / with pop top outlets. Landscaping (and transplanting) with plants, mulch, stone, bull rock, etc. Hauling way dirt and trash.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Jimmy J.
05/2012
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping, irrigation systems
 + 1 more
The crew did an outstanding job and let us with a beautiful front and back yard. Tell Bret what you want and let him give you his plan. Then based on your budget together you can arriveat a compromise that you will be happy with.
Description of Work: We were looking for a new look which Bret delivered as promised, the changes included 1. Complete redesigned front flower beds including hardscaping. 2. Replaced backyard concrete patio with pavers. 3. Added hardscape in the backyard all around the pool area. 4. Built a retaining wall & flower bed at the end of the pool 5. Reworked existing beds with hardscape and new plants 6. Added an irragation system to the front and back.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$26,000
Paul L.
10/2011
5.0
landscaping, irrigation systems
 + 0 more
They are wonderful. They always come on time. Their prices are reasonable for the work done. They are friendly and very courteous. They are a family owned company.
Description of Work: They have done landscaping, planting, and irrigation.
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Service Categories
Landscaping,
Lawn Irrigation,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Patios,
Lawn and Yard Work,
Drain Pipe Installation,
General Remodeling,
Outdoor Kitchens,
Fencing Driveway Gates,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Sunrooms and Patio Enclosures,
Stone and Gravel
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InsideOut Environments LLC is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
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