Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I hired this landscape designer to transform my backyard and was thrilled with the end result. The designer was creative, attentive, and provided practical solutions to improve the functionality and beauty of my outdoor space. Highly recommend!"
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Karen Kirkwood is wonderful! She has a good eye for design and overall I am very pleased with her work. I would highly recommend her!"
+30
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The job was done to perfection! I’m really happy with the job that was done. I’d definitely use this company again"
+131
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We were very impressed with the fast and competent work and the attention to detail we observed. Esteban was polite and knowledgeable and his team showed respect and ability. Our neighbors have been very impressed with the transformation of our yard. We have also arranged for a second job with them."
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Essential Living Construction has become my go-to for any of my home construction projects. Oscar Barajas, the owner, is a delight to do business with as he is very personable and attentive when listening to my project visions. He offers suggestions if you are not sure of which direction to take your project or he will deliver your vision with absolute perfection. He has assembled a fantastic team of craftsmen that obviously take great pride in their work. It's nice to know there is a contractor that will make sure that your project will be done to your satisfaction ."
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Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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Offers commercial services
"Redeemed is owned by Angel Remirez. I hired Angel to do heavy duty landscape maintenance and tree removal. He works on the property twice a month! I could not be happier! Angel works quickly and very efficiently! When he leaves, all that I ask him to do is done and done beautifully! Angel is a pleasure to have working at my home! I could not ask for more! My neighbors also note Angel’s beautiful work! Thank you, Angel, for all you do! (Please note I am a renter at this property)"
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Rafael, his Dad and the rest of the crew were professional, fun to work with and got the job done quickly. The estimate for the work was well priced. I am using them again for my hard scape garden design."
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Yes. They did a great job, and we're very professional."
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Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"Larry designed my home and we're very pleased."
+34
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very quick and easy to work with. The drawings and the design for our project was perfect! Thank you!"
+23
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