Landscaping Questions, Answered Straight

Both — and everything between. One licensed crew handles design, installation, and ongoing care, so nothing gets lost between contractors.

Yes. We're happy to share proof of licensing and coverage before any work begins.

We work throughout the Bay Area, including Redwood City, Burlingame, Santa Clara, and San Ramon.

It depends on scope — every property and project is different. We provide a written estimate after walking your property, and estimates are always free.

Timelines depend on the size and complexity of the work. We'll walk you through a realistic schedule during your consultation.

Yes — routine lawn care and maintenance are available once your project is complete, so your property stays looking the way it was designed to.

It depends on length, depth, and where the water has to go — but we give a firm written estimate after reading the grade and soil on-site, and the assessment is free.

Most Bay Area lots sit on dense clay that sheds water instead of absorbing it. Once winter saturates the soil, runoff has nowhere to go — which is exactly what a graded drainage system and French drains solve.

Often, yes — most Peninsula and East Bay cities require a permit above a certain height (frequently 3–4 feet) or near a slope. We flag permit requirements for your city up front and build to code.

Both have a place. Pavers flex with the soil and are easy to repair; poured concrete gives clean modern lines. We walk you through the trade-offs for your lot, use, and budget.

Considerably. Drip conversion and weather-based controllers cut waste sharply and often qualify for local water-agency rebates.

Fall is ideal in our climate, with spring a close second. Aeration and overseeding land best when temperatures are mild and moisture is coming.

Our climate favors drought-tolerant natives and Mediterranean-climate plants — but the right list depends on your exact sun, soil, and slope, which we assess before planting.

Trimming usually doesn’t, but many Peninsula cities protect heritage and native trees, and heavy pruning or removal can require review. We know the local rules and keep you on the right side of them.