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Avatar for Carolina Southern Scapes
Carolina Southern Scapes
4011 Watson Church Rd
4.73(
11
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Carolina Southern Scapes
4011 Watson Church Rd
4.73(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
227 local quotes requested

Are you tired of Landscapers giving you the run around? Hard to get in touch with and once the job is finished you can forget getting them back out to fix anything, much less get them on the phone. Here at Carolina Southern Scapes we pride ourselves at being the premier landscaping and hardscaping company in the Charlotte area, with our project quality as well as our customer service second to none. No job too big or too small. We provide many Outdoor living installation options as well as regular lawn maintenance. Listed bellow are some of the many ways we can help you make your lawn beautiful. - Patios - Firepits - Outdoor Kitchens - Sitting Walls - Retaining Walls - Elevated Plant Beds - Mulch Delivery and Installation - Plant and Tree installation - Plant and Tree trimming - Yard Maintenance

"Patio started out good. Work got sloppy. After many attempts to get it done correctly, I had to get someone to come back and redo the grout. We also had to get some pavers leveled out. Much much money spent on yard as well and work done looks like something I could have done myself. Much money wasted."

Joe S on October 2024

Are you tired of Landscapers giving you the run around? Hard to get in touch with and once the job is finished you can forget getting them back out to fix anything, much less get them on the phone. Here at Carolina Southern Scapes we pride ourselves at being the premier landscaping and hardscaping company in the Charlotte area, with our project quality as well as our customer service second to none. No job too big or too small. We provide many Outdoor living installation options as well as regular lawn maintenance. Listed bellow are some of the many ways we can help you make your lawn beautiful. - Patios - Firepits - Outdoor Kitchens - Sitting Walls - Retaining Walls - Elevated Plant Beds - Mulch Delivery and Installation - Plant and Tree installation - Plant and Tree trimming - Yard Maintenance

"Patio started out good. Work got sloppy. After many attempts to get it done correctly, I had to get someone to come back and redo the grout. We also had to get some pavers leveled out. Much much money spent on yard as well and work done looks like something I could have done myself. Much money wasted."

Joe S on October 2024


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McMurray Builders Inc.
Located In:
5.00(
2
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McMurray Builders Inc.
Located In:
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1374 local quotes requested

McMurray Builders was founded over 33 years ago with a commitment to quality craftsmanship and a passion for design. What started with a dog, a truck, and a vision has grown into a team of experienced craftsmen with diverse backgrounds in design, engineering, finish carpentry, masonry, siding, electrical, drywall, plumbing, and painting. Each member of our team brings creative synergy and specialized skills to every project. McMurray Builders’ employees are licensed and insured. We practice a drug-free work environment. We maintain a positive attitude and an approachable demeanor. We aren’t “clock watchers”—we strive for workmanship we can be proud to call our own. If there is a problem, we fix it. We follow safety codes diligently. We are team players—ready to do our part and leave the project ready for the next phase. We offer opportunities for improvement when they present themselves on a project. We do what we say we will do. We aim to make every job a portfolio piece.

"It went well from beginning to end. The job was finished in a timely fashion and the results were beyond my expectations. They were always available when I had to contact them and even helped out with my Insurance claim. My family came to the house after the work was completed and were amazed at how beautiful of a job was done. My niece even asked me for my contractors name and phone number. You have one very satisfied client here! Thank you for a job well done!"

Eileen D on January 2025

McMurray Builders was founded over 33 years ago with a commitment to quality craftsmanship and a passion for design. What started with a dog, a truck, and a vision has grown into a team of experienced craftsmen with diverse backgrounds in design, engineering, finish carpentry, masonry, siding, electrical, drywall, plumbing, and painting. Each member of our team brings creative synergy and specialized skills to every project. McMurray Builders’ employees are licensed and insured. We practice a drug-free work environment. We maintain a positive attitude and an approachable demeanor. We aren’t “clock watchers”—we strive for workmanship we can be proud to call our own. If there is a problem, we fix it. We follow safety codes diligently. We are team players—ready to do our part and leave the project ready for the next phase. We offer opportunities for improvement when they present themselves on a project. We do what we say we will do. We aim to make every job a portfolio piece.

"It went well from beginning to end. The job was finished in a timely fashion and the results were beyond my expectations. They were always available when I had to contact them and even helped out with my Insurance claim. My family came to the house after the work was completed and were amazed at how beautiful of a job was done. My niece even asked me for my contractors name and phone number. You have one very satisfied client here! Thank you for a job well done!"

Eileen D on January 2025


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FC Hardscape&Landscape
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
FC Hardscape&Landscape
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Ready to improve your outdoor space? Recently providing Commercial Services! We are a family owned and operated company with over 14 years in our business helping homeowners like you. We are experts in outdoor kitchens and full yard transformations, including paver patios & driveways, travertine, retaining walls, and more. We have the best prices locally. No job is too small for us. We deliver 100% of satisfaction to our customers. You will love our personal touch and quality work. Call or text now to schedule your service!

"It went very well,I was satisfied I would hire them again"

Kizer S on January 2025

Ready to improve your outdoor space? Recently providing Commercial Services! We are a family owned and operated company with over 14 years in our business helping homeowners like you. We are experts in outdoor kitchens and full yard transformations, including paver patios & driveways, travertine, retaining walls, and more. We have the best prices locally. No job is too small for us. We deliver 100% of satisfaction to our customers. You will love our personal touch and quality work. Call or text now to schedule your service!

"It went very well,I was satisfied I would hire them again"

Kizer S on January 2025


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Superior Hardscapes, LLC
1
4.88(
89
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Approved Pro
Superior Hardscapes, LLC
1
4.88(
89
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
355 local quotes requested

Thank you for looking at our profile. We are one of the Carolinas TOP Hardscape companies with 24 years of experience. We pride ourselves in the craftsmanship and quality of every project we install. All of our work is covered by a 10 year warranty from completion of installation which covers everything. We are a 100% turn key Hardscape company with tons of knowledge to address any issue/want you may have. We offer a free consultation and design plan, during our meeting we will go over how your project will be installed, material options and any questions you may have along the way. We are also proud to say we have received the Super Service Award on Angie's List for the past 9 years! Some of our services include; Custom Hardscape/Landscape design Paver patios/Raised patios/Drive-ways/Side-walks/Pool decks/Pool coping Retaining walls/Engineered retaining walls/Garden walls Out-door kitchens/Fire places/Seat walls/Fire-pits All stone work/Stone patios/Kitchens/Seat walls/Fire places/Fire pits Concrete Landscape installation Out-door lighting/Seat wall lights/Step lights Sod Irrigation Paver repair/Cleaning/Sealing Fence installation/Aluminum/Privacy/Custom/Wall mounted fences All drainage/French drains/Channel drains/Down spout drains Grading Lot clearly We look forward to doing business with you!

"The crew did an amazing job. the scope of the project was immense. we had a 150 ft driveway that was old concrete replaced with pavers and it was widened by 2ft on each side. it also had a turn around put at the end by the garage. they completely redid our entire yard front and back close to 3/4 of an acre. they put in an entire drainage system with catch drains as the house sat at the bottom of a small hill and all the water all ran under the house. the put in a three level front yard with a stone slab walk away. a very large brick mail box and a brick outdoor grill. completely redid the pool deck with pavers put down gas lines for the he grill the water heater. for the pool and jacuzzi. as well as to the den fireplace to convert it to gas if/when we wanted to. had a water float line put in the pool to maintain water level. they were always on time, professional and clean up was done daily. they said it was gonna take 6 or seven weeks and it took 9. Only because we kept adding things on not in the contract. they never balked or complained about it. and we're always friendly (except the owner Stephen) JUST KIDDING. I HIGHLY recommend them for any job large or small. you just may have to wait a little as they're in demand and the proof is in the exceptional work done."

Jason L on March 2023

Thank you for looking at our profile. We are one of the Carolinas TOP Hardscape companies with 24 years of experience. We pride ourselves in the craftsmanship and quality of every project we install. All of our work is covered by a 10 year warranty from completion of installation which covers everything. We are a 100% turn key Hardscape company with tons of knowledge to address any issue/want you may have. We offer a free consultation and design plan, during our meeting we will go over how your project will be installed, material options and any questions you may have along the way. We are also proud to say we have received the Super Service Award on Angie's List for the past 9 years! Some of our services include; Custom Hardscape/Landscape design Paver patios/Raised patios/Drive-ways/Side-walks/Pool decks/Pool coping Retaining walls/Engineered retaining walls/Garden walls Out-door kitchens/Fire places/Seat walls/Fire-pits All stone work/Stone patios/Kitchens/Seat walls/Fire places/Fire pits Concrete Landscape installation Out-door lighting/Seat wall lights/Step lights Sod Irrigation Paver repair/Cleaning/Sealing Fence installation/Aluminum/Privacy/Custom/Wall mounted fences All drainage/French drains/Channel drains/Down spout drains Grading Lot clearly We look forward to doing business with you!

"The crew did an amazing job. the scope of the project was immense. we had a 150 ft driveway that was old concrete replaced with pavers and it was widened by 2ft on each side. it also had a turn around put at the end by the garage. they completely redid our entire yard front and back close to 3/4 of an acre. they put in an entire drainage system with catch drains as the house sat at the bottom of a small hill and all the water all ran under the house. the put in a three level front yard with a stone slab walk away. a very large brick mail box and a brick outdoor grill. completely redid the pool deck with pavers put down gas lines for the he grill the water heater. for the pool and jacuzzi. as well as to the den fireplace to convert it to gas if/when we wanted to. had a water float line put in the pool to maintain water level. they were always on time, professional and clean up was done daily. they said it was gonna take 6 or seven weeks and it took 9. Only because we kept adding things on not in the contract. they never balked or complained about it. and we're always friendly (except the owner Stephen) JUST KIDDING. I HIGHLY recommend them for any job large or small. you just may have to wait a little as they're in demand and the proof is in the exceptional work done."

Jason L on March 2023


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Alison Designs llc
Based In
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Alison Designs llc
Based In
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

We build outdoor living space where families can enjoy & spend time together. Our work consists of patios, bonfires, fireplaces, outdoor kitchens and more. We offer free estimates!

"Very good!"

Tony K on March 2025

We build outdoor living space where families can enjoy & spend time together. Our work consists of patios, bonfires, fireplaces, outdoor kitchens and more. We offer free estimates!

"Very good!"

Tony K on March 2025


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Kitchen Tune-Up
10810 Independence Pointe Pkwy
4.55(
157
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Approved Pro
Kitchen Tune-Up
10810 Independence Pointe Pkwy
4.55(
157
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
702 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

Looking for a fast and affordable option to give your kitchen a fresh new look? With our four service options at different price points, you can get that new look you've always wanted (without being displaced from your home for weeks). Has everyday wear and tear caught up with your kitchen cabinets? We offer four options including our exclusive 1 Day Wood Restoration Tune-Up, Cabinet Redooring, Cabinet Refacing, and New Cabinets. Our services range from a quick Tune-Up on an outdated kitchen, all the way to a complete new layout and design. We are the kitchen remodeling company that will breathe new life into space, offering personalized service and incredible results. Many projects are complete in only 1-5 days. Click or call today to learn more about our services and to request a free no-obligation estimate.

"I contacted KitchenTuneUp/BathTune-Up to get an estimate to remodel my master bathroom and kitchen. Tom Taube came to my home and listened to what I disliked about the current spaces. We discussed ways to make a bigger shower and gain more storage space in the bathroom. In the kitchen, I had dark cabinets I wanted to update but stay affordable. I also wanted to keep my granite countertops. I disliked my "closet" pantry. I received very comprehensive proposals listing out not just what labor was to be performed but also budgeted items for materials so that I would have a full understanding of how much the remodels would actually cost me. I started these remodels right before the pandemic started in March of 2020. And even though there were a few delays caused by the virus, my projects went very smoothly. I was provided an online schedule of activities so that I would know who was coming and what they were doing (when my dumpster would arrive, drywalling, plumbing work, painting, tiling work, etc.). I liked that there was a final walkthrough before final payment was made so that I could address any issues I saw after the work had been completed. I love my new bathroom and kitchen now (after 20 years of hating them). I find that the bathroom is part of my sanctuary to relax and renew myself. My kitchen is now updated and beautiful with exceptional storage. I no longer have to store appliances and dishes in my bedroom closets. Bathroom: $37,000 (new shower, freestanding tub with tub filler, new vanity with new countertop, fixtures and sinks, new toilet, new cabinet over toilet); Kitchen $30,000 (cabinet redoor with box painting and new cabinets along with a custom island to house a drawer microwave). I was so impressed with the company, its employees and craftmanship, after being offered a position with them in 2021 as a sales rep for bathrooms, I am a happy employee now creating happy customers."

Susan M on October 2021

Looking for a fast and affordable option to give your kitchen a fresh new look? With our four service options at different price points, you can get that new look you've always wanted (without being displaced from your home for weeks). Has everyday wear and tear caught up with your kitchen cabinets? We offer four options including our exclusive 1 Day Wood Restoration Tune-Up, Cabinet Redooring, Cabinet Refacing, and New Cabinets. Our services range from a quick Tune-Up on an outdated kitchen, all the way to a complete new layout and design. We are the kitchen remodeling company that will breathe new life into space, offering personalized service and incredible results. Many projects are complete in only 1-5 days. Click or call today to learn more about our services and to request a free no-obligation estimate.

"I contacted KitchenTuneUp/BathTune-Up to get an estimate to remodel my master bathroom and kitchen. Tom Taube came to my home and listened to what I disliked about the current spaces. We discussed ways to make a bigger shower and gain more storage space in the bathroom. In the kitchen, I had dark cabinets I wanted to update but stay affordable. I also wanted to keep my granite countertops. I disliked my "closet" pantry. I received very comprehensive proposals listing out not just what labor was to be performed but also budgeted items for materials so that I would have a full understanding of how much the remodels would actually cost me. I started these remodels right before the pandemic started in March of 2020. And even though there were a few delays caused by the virus, my projects went very smoothly. I was provided an online schedule of activities so that I would know who was coming and what they were doing (when my dumpster would arrive, drywalling, plumbing work, painting, tiling work, etc.). I liked that there was a final walkthrough before final payment was made so that I could address any issues I saw after the work had been completed. I love my new bathroom and kitchen now (after 20 years of hating them). I find that the bathroom is part of my sanctuary to relax and renew myself. My kitchen is now updated and beautiful with exceptional storage. I no longer have to store appliances and dishes in my bedroom closets. Bathroom: $37,000 (new shower, freestanding tub with tub filler, new vanity with new countertop, fixtures and sinks, new toilet, new cabinet over toilet); Kitchen $30,000 (cabinet redoor with box painting and new cabinets along with a custom island to house a drawer microwave). I was so impressed with the company, its employees and craftmanship, after being offered a position with them in 2021 as a sales rep for bathrooms, I am a happy employee now creating happy customers."

Susan M on October 2021


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MyNewFloor.com
1820 Westinghouse Blvd Ste L
4.42(
334
)
Approved Pro
MyNewFloor.com
1820 Westinghouse Blvd Ste L
4.42(
334
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
1243 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

A premier flooring company in the Carolinas, MyNewFloor.com was founded by a talented, design savvy professional with 15 years of experience in designing and installing a variety of flooring products. Our company is built on the principles of honesty, quality, craftsmanship, and a sincere effort to provide 100% customer satisfaction! You can be sure that only our professional, knowledgeable and experienced installers will complete all the work for you. We do not sub-contract any of our projects.

"LVP looks great and tile in the kitchen look great but the trim and baseboards were not finished and I had to have another contractor come in and install them. The stairwell was sanded and stained and I was told they could match the stain for the stairs to the LVP and that wasn’t true either. The stairs came out pink. Now I’m having another contractor come in and fix. I would not recommend to a friend."

Diana V on January 2025

A premier flooring company in the Carolinas, MyNewFloor.com was founded by a talented, design savvy professional with 15 years of experience in designing and installing a variety of flooring products. Our company is built on the principles of honesty, quality, craftsmanship, and a sincere effort to provide 100% customer satisfaction! You can be sure that only our professional, knowledgeable and experienced installers will complete all the work for you. We do not sub-contract any of our projects.

"LVP looks great and tile in the kitchen look great but the trim and baseboards were not finished and I had to have another contractor come in and install them. The stairwell was sanded and stained and I was told they could match the stain for the stairs to the LVP and that wasn’t true either. The stairs came out pink. Now I’m having another contractor come in and fix. I would not recommend to a friend."

Diana V on January 2025


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Smart Flooring and Remodeling Solutions
8713 Gray Willow Road
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Smart Flooring and Remodeling Solutions
8713 Gray Willow Road
5.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1169 local quotes requested

At Smart Flooring and Remodeling Solutions let us bring all your renovation ideas to life! Family-owned in the heart of Charlotte we are here to provide you the best quote, earnest, fast, and work you can trust. Se habla Español tambien.

"Miguel and his team did an excellent job. I would highly recommend them for tiling or any other remodeling jobs. They finished my basement and it looks fantastic!"

Rebecca H on November 2024

At Smart Flooring and Remodeling Solutions let us bring all your renovation ideas to life! Family-owned in the heart of Charlotte we are here to provide you the best quote, earnest, fast, and work you can trust. Se habla Español tambien.

"Miguel and his team did an excellent job. I would highly recommend them for tiling or any other remodeling jobs. They finished my basement and it looks fantastic!"

Rebecca H on November 2024


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New East Landscapes LLC
6624 Pinta Ct
3.50(
2
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Approved Pro
New East Landscapes LLC
6624 Pinta Ct
3.50(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
986 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

We provide lawn maintenance and landscaping services. What makes us stand out from other landscapers? The quality of the work we provide and the excellent customer service. We been in the lawn and landscape industry for 20+ years. We are a owner-operated business.

"I needed help with some shrub removal and planting in my front landscape, and got several quotes. I already had the plants, soil, fertilizer, and materials needed, but am not physically able to dig by myself. I had a means of disposing of the removed materials, so there was no haul-away included. Along with the planting, I needed to have a decorative stone wall repaired because it was starting to lean. Again, labor only. I was looking for a company that could do both. The bids for the planting work, which was straightforward and simple labor, were in the range of $400, except for New East Landscapes. Their price was much higher for the planting work, but they assured me they could do the planting within a couple of days and also repair the stone wall within 2 weeks for what seemed to be a very fair additional price. Because they seemed to know exactly what to do with the wall, and showed pictures of other projects they had done, I decided to pay the higher price so I could have one company complete both tasks. They emailed written quotes for the work, which I signed and returned. They told me the time they would come to do the planting work on Sunday, a couple of days later. The work on the wall would be done when they could fit it in, but within two weeks. On Sunday April 9, they arrived more than an hour late, so late that I was concerned they weren't coming. They did the planting work which took them less than 1.75 hours to complete. They clearly knew their plants, placed them where I asked, and the work was competent, but this job did not actually require 3 workers, which is what they brought. I paid them for that work and asked to schedule the wall repair. Xavier told me he would call me to schedule the time within two weeks and would find out the cost of a few stones that were needed to support the wall. He never called me back. I attempted to follow up with them by several phone calls, which went to voicemail that was not accepting messages. Also sent text messages and email. No response of any kind from them, and it has now been a month since they promised to return to complete the work. The wall is looking increasingly unstable and the work still needs to be done."

Keith C on May 2023

We provide lawn maintenance and landscaping services. What makes us stand out from other landscapers? The quality of the work we provide and the excellent customer service. We been in the lawn and landscape industry for 20+ years. We are a owner-operated business.

"I needed help with some shrub removal and planting in my front landscape, and got several quotes. I already had the plants, soil, fertilizer, and materials needed, but am not physically able to dig by myself. I had a means of disposing of the removed materials, so there was no haul-away included. Along with the planting, I needed to have a decorative stone wall repaired because it was starting to lean. Again, labor only. I was looking for a company that could do both. The bids for the planting work, which was straightforward and simple labor, were in the range of $400, except for New East Landscapes. Their price was much higher for the planting work, but they assured me they could do the planting within a couple of days and also repair the stone wall within 2 weeks for what seemed to be a very fair additional price. Because they seemed to know exactly what to do with the wall, and showed pictures of other projects they had done, I decided to pay the higher price so I could have one company complete both tasks. They emailed written quotes for the work, which I signed and returned. They told me the time they would come to do the planting work on Sunday, a couple of days later. The work on the wall would be done when they could fit it in, but within two weeks. On Sunday April 9, they arrived more than an hour late, so late that I was concerned they weren't coming. They did the planting work which took them less than 1.75 hours to complete. They clearly knew their plants, placed them where I asked, and the work was competent, but this job did not actually require 3 workers, which is what they brought. I paid them for that work and asked to schedule the wall repair. Xavier told me he would call me to schedule the time within two weeks and would find out the cost of a few stones that were needed to support the wall. He never called me back. I attempted to follow up with them by several phone calls, which went to voicemail that was not accepting messages. Also sent text messages and email. No response of any kind from them, and it has now been a month since they promised to return to complete the work. The wall is looking increasingly unstable and the work still needs to be done."

Keith C on May 2023


Lyalls hardscapes and landscaping
West Doughton Street
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Lyalls hardscapes and landscaping
West Doughton Street
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
461 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"The job was done in a timely manner. They cleaned up after themselves they had all the equipment they needed to do the job with. They were on time and acted in a professional manner. I would highly recommend this crew for any type of retaining wall or hardscapes or Landscaping."

Larry D on July 2024

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"The job was done in a timely manner. They cleaned up after themselves they had all the equipment they needed to do the job with. They were on time and acted in a professional manner. I would highly recommend this crew for any type of retaining wall or hardscapes or Landscaping."

Larry D on July 2024

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Guest house building services FAQs

In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.

Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.

When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.

How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.

Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.

No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.

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