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Avatar for Americas Landscaping Service, LLC
Americas Landscaping Service, LLC
5.0(
20
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I got a couple of quotes, and without question his pricing was the best. I don’t always go with the lowest price as working quality is more important to me, but his pricing was great, but the quality of work and the timeliness was even better, I highly recommend this guy, for whatever your landscaping needs are they all worked extremely hard ! I will be hiring him again!"
Landscaping Project
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+44

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Lemonade Landscaping
5.0(
40
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They were everything we wanted and more. Job done quickly and beautifully. Highly recommend Alan to anyone needing landscaping done. He has already got another job from our neighbors and I expect more will be asking for his card."
From Rot to Rock: Custom Concrete Pavers Step Transformation
Before & after cleaning the pond
Retaining wall from back side
Driveway Defender: Retaining Wall Install
Courtyard grading and landscape

+159

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
4.6(
11
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Jessica when my regular decorator was unable to help me redecorate my bathrooms and I was not disappointed! Jessica responds to all questions and phone calls almost immediately and I absolutely love her choices. My husband was not excited about updating our bathrooms until he saw Jessica’s mood-boards and now even he can’t wait to get started on the project. My only concern is that once the bathrooms are complete we will want to do more updating! Thank you Jessica and Dani! Would definitely recommend. I am a retired real estate agent so I have worked with many home stagers and decorators throughout my 35 year career and I think Jessica’s talents are among the best."
Mood boards
Interior Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Refinished Modern Farmhouse Chester Drawer
Design job

+36

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Sweetgrass Landscaping LLC
4.9(
55
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The crew was timely and professional. Did an excellent job trimming and shaping shrubs. Cleaned the area when they were finished. A pleasure to work with and would hire again."
Holland guilford
Response time5 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Rapt Homes LLC
4.7(
14
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We have been working with Sean for the last couple of months on our kitchen design and renovation planning. The process has been exactly what we were looking for. Sean has been really helpful in interpreting our wants and needs into a design that will work for us and our space."
Foyer to Dining
Great family!
Eno Valley Remodel
Foyer to Dining
Garage Parking

+90

Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance LLC
4.7(
130
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I inherited an overgrown and randomly planted landscape when I bought my house. the bed lines were awful, the plants were crowded and made no design sense, several trees were too close to the house...it was awful. Jon re-planted as many of the existing plants as we could use, moved several trees away from the house, changed the bed-lines from huge and awkward to beds that really set-off the house. He replaced two dead builder street trees which our HOA would not deal with, planted new trees and shrubs, re-sodded areas where the big ugly beds used to be, and corrected serious problems with the irrigation and lighting systems. Everything was planted in amended soil with correct drainage. Then he filled in the beds with beautiful petunias. everything looks fantastic! His crew is so nice, punctual and respectful of my property. They were very pleasant to be around. They even power washed my walk and driveway to make sure there was no mud or dirt to track in the house. This was a big job and I am so glad I trusted Jon with it. Highly recommend!
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BEFORE: boring, small patio.
AFTER: larger, raised, rounded, beautiful patio.
BEFORE: boring, crowded, builder's special patio...
AFTER patio, seat wall, and retaining wall.
Fresh sod with newly landscaped natural area and pine straw.

+37

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Triangle Home Repair and Paint, Inc.
4.2(
345
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These folks did a very thorough job for us. They needed to remove mildew from our deck and paint it. While estimating the job, Alex noticed that termites had invaded a post to the porch railing. We got treatment for the termites before continuing with the deck work. I got many estimates and I felt that Alex gave the most qualified estimate. The workmanship performed by his team was top notch!"
siding repair
deck repair
window repair
interior drywal and paint
decks

+3

Response time2 days
252 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for design and decorating projects in Durham, NC

Start by defining your goals and budget. Collect photos of rooms you love, jot down must-have features, and list what isn’t working in your current space. Share these details—and your target budget—during the first meeting. The clearer you are, the quicker a designer can translate your vision into a workable plan and keep costs in check.

Yes, working with an interior designer can help you save money. Designers prevent costly missteps, secure trade discounts on furniture and finishes, and coordinate the project so you don’t pay twice for the same work. Their upfront fee often pays for itself in avoided change orders, tighter timelines, and materials purchased at below-retail pricing.

A full interior design project wraps up in two to three months, on average, while a decorating job takes four to eight weeks. Timelines stretch if you add structural changes, custom millwork, or specialty materials, and unexpected shipping or permit delays can tack on extra days. Talk with your designer about project milestones and build in a little wiggle room.

Interview at least three pros whose portfolios match your style. Review their credentials and ask for references. During a face-to-face or virtual meeting, discuss your goals, budget, and timeline, and make sure their communication style and fee structure feel comfortable. The right designer combines technical know-how with a creative approach that clicks with you.

The Durham, NC homeowners’ guide to design and decorating services

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