Environmental Landscape Management Inc

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The experienced crew arrived on schedule and worked until it was done (several days). They encountered some issues (for example, very sandy hillside) and took the extra time and effort to ensure safety.  They modified their design (lengthened the wall) to better fit the site for a modest price increase (to cover the cost of additional materials).  They helped me move some excess dirt to a neighbor's yard and remove additional railroad ties from my property with their equipment, no extra charge, no complaint.  The workers knew what they were doing and worked efficiently.  At the same time, they interfaced well and were responsive to my interests. I couldn't be happier with the result. 

When we decided to make a significant addition to our backyard in the way of a raised patio, we were unsure about how to tell the difference  from one landscaper and the other. Price was an issue as it was not a small project. But I also like to support local businesses too. Seems most anyone can provide some referrals if they are legit. But I know the devil is in the details.
 First off design was a major point of discussion as the project called for a somewhat spiral set of stone steps coming off the patio down to the yard and adjoining lower level patio and portico that was already in place. Everyone I asked to present a design, (3 seperate firms) all brought back steps going exactly where I did not want them. EL quickly revised the design and came right back with exactly what we asked for and more. Several suggestions around specially challenging areas that others brushed over. Seeing how it came together it was obvious the experience they possess paid off.
The weather was the hottest it has been in years and dry dry dry. These guys were on time every day and slugged it out during the worst weeks of the worst heat ever. I was amazed at the tenacity to bust through and get our project done for the Labor day Holiday. Each day the site was cleaned up and tidy when they left at 5 or after. Our property was respected and great care was taken to minimize the damage to the existing lawn, driveway and landscaping.
When we asked for some addition work during the project we were quickly advised and given the quote and they actually completed the additional work first. A fire pit using some of the original retaining wall blocks that were removed. It looks awesome too.  They guys were good to have around and cheerful while working like dogs to create something we will enjoy for so many years to come.
Now to the details. Straight lines on a 36 foot long raised paver patio. Built on 40 tons of gravel fill all placed one wheel barrow at a time. Enough grade that water runs off yet level enough for the hot tub. Did I mention the lines are straight straight straight? Like many building projects it all about the preparation.  These guys painfully laid it out and did not cut corners in getting this monster look like it was made for Kings. Oh yea it also has a massive S curve around the garage and it is an eye grabber. The trim and rock boundary was also so nice and clean looking! Planted grass seed in the bare spots on the way out. Connected the downspouts from my gutters in to rigid underground pipes that will never collapse like the flex pipe others proposed.

DESIGN PROCESS WAS GOOD. VERY WILLING TO WORK WITH OUR FUZZY IDEAS TO GENERATE SOMETHING CONCRETE. THE INSTALLATION CREW WAS EXCELLENT. THEY WERE POLITE, HAPPILY ANSWERED QUESTIONS AS THE WORK WAS OCCURRING, WORKED FULL DAYS AND COMPLETED THE JOB QUICKLY. HIGH LEVEL OF QUALITY IN THEIR WORKMANSHIP.