Dartmouth Landscaping Localturf
Landscaping and Hardscaping in Halifax, NS
Your outdoor space should be an asset - both in terms of your property's value and your personal enjoyment of the space. Many Halifax residents don't see their yard this way, however - to many, landscaping and lawn maintenance is simply a chore that must be done so they can move on to something more enjoyable.
If you find yourself in this category, Halifax Landscaping is here to help. As a branch of Dartmouth Landscaping, we are a locally-owned small business dedicated to serving our neighbors in Halifax. We offer a wide range of landscaping and lawn repair services for both residential and commercial properties to help you transform your yard into the outdoor space you have always dreamed of. We also serve the community of Bedford through our Bedford Landscaping branch!
With over 30 years of experience in the landscaping business and a commitment to providing personalized, friendly service to each of our clients, you can trust that your project is in good hands. We also offer up-front pricing so that you know exactly how much a project will cost you - before you give us a single dollar.
If you have been considering a major outdoor upgrade or if you are at your wits' end trying to keep up with a difficult lawn, call our experts today. We can't wait to meet you!
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Our Landscaping Services
Whether you have a grand landscape design in mind for your yard or simply want grass to grow in a certain area, we are here to help. We offer a wide range of landscaping and lawn maintenance services to keep your outdoor space looking its best. The following are the most commonly requested services we offer, but don't hesitate to contact us with unique landscaping projects - no yard is too big, too small, or too challenging for our experts!
Landscape and Garden Design
At Halifax Landscaping, we offer full-service landscape design consultations, including garden design, construction management, planting, and ground preparation services. Our portfolio of work includes everything from small contemporary courtyards and roof terraces to more traditional, large-scale landscapes and gardens. Our work has been praised for its strong architectural lines, lush planting, and elegant style.
We believe that every landscape should be unique and tailored to the needs and desires of the people who will use it most. Before we begin any design, we will spend some time with you discussing your vision, your needs, and your outdoor living style so that we can help you craft the perfect space for you. If you want more out of your yard but aren't sure where to start, contact us today to set up a consultation and start transforming your outdoor space!
Paver Installation and Repair Service
Pavers are one of the most common landscaping elements in use today due to their strength and versatility. Everything from driveways to garden paths can be built to last (without sacrificing aesthetics!) from pavers! We install both traditional and interlocking pavers, and will help you choose the perfect paver for your project based on how you plan to use the paved surface. We put our construction knowledge to work in even the simplest paving projects, ensuring that every paver has a smooth, sturdy foundation beneath it to help prevent settling and shifting for many years.
If you have pavers that have shifted, cracked, or simply don't look great anymore, we can help with that too. Releveling and resetting existing pavers can give your space a fresh new look at a fraction of the cost of installing new pavers! Whatever your paving needs, call us today for a free quote on a sturdy, eye-catching outdoor surface!
Garden Bed Installation
Not every landscaping installation has to be big and grand - sometimes a simple garden bed is all it takes to bring life and beauty to a space. We offer all types of garden beds - in-ground beds, raised beds, keyhole gardens, square foot gardens, and more. Our designs are simple, versatile, and highly customizable - no two garden bed installations are alike! If you are looking to add a pop of color to your front door or have always wanted to try your hand at growing your own vegetables, contact us. We will design and install the perfect garden bed for your needs!
Retaining Wall Installation
A well-built retaining wall can be a lifesaver for the rest of your landscape - if you struggle to keep your plants healthy due to too much or too little water runoff, a retaining wall might be the solution. We design and install retaining walls that are not only functional, but also add to the aesthetic of your entire landscape. Whether you want to level a steeply sloped section of your yard, need to control erosion, or want stylish seating around your backyard firepit, a retaining wall can help. Call our experts today to get started!
Sod Installation
Need a new lawn but don't have time to wait for seeds to sprout? Sod installation can help. Sod is real grass that is grown at a farm, then transplanted and allowed to re-root in your yard. While growing a lawn from seed can take months, sod brings a green covering to your outdoor space quickly and easily. Sod gives you a lush, green lawn that you can use in as little as two weeks! If you have tried to grow grass from seed and struggled or if you simply don't want to wait (and consistently water your lawn) for as long, contact us today to give sod a try.
Mulch and Topsoil Installation
Mulch and topsoil are delivered and spread in much the same way, but they accomplish very different things. Mulch is a great way to prevent grass and weeds from growing in a certain area while protecting the soil and enhancing the visual appeal of garden beds, walkways, and more. Available in different colors and types, mulch is a versatile (and organic, if you so choose) way to take control of your outdoor space in the most aesthetically pleasing way possible.
Topsoil, on the other hand, is not meant to be seen. Topsoil is added to garden beds, low spots in your yard, or even the entire yard to help level the space and provide essential nutrients for grass and desirable plants to grow strong and healthy. The right type of topsoil can even improve drainage in your garden beds, keeping them from becoming waterlogged and harming your plants.
Whether you want to keep grass out or encourage it (and other plants) to grow stronger, contact us today to learn more about our mulch and topsoil installation services!
Lawn Overseeding and Top Dressing Services
Is your lawn patchy, thin, or completely bare in some areas? Is what grass you do have yellow or sickly in appearance? Overseeding and top dressing can help. By adding a rich layer of nutrients to your soil then spreading the ground with grass seeds that are proven to thrive in Halifax's climate, we can transform a struggling lawn into a lush, green one in as little as a few weeks. Since we use native grasses that are hand-selected to match the way you use your outdoor space, the effort you put into your yard this season will reward you for many seasons to come with minimal care and maintenance!
Landscape Irrigation and Drainage Solutions
Even a well-designed landscape and the perfect native grass for your lifestyle can struggle, however. Often, these struggles are due to water problems - too much water some days and not enough water other days. Flooding from heavy rains can leave your landscape waterlogged if you do not have good drainage, while missing just a few days of watering in the heat of summer can have devastating effects on your plants and grass.
Fortunately, both of these issues are usually fairly simple to remedy. Our irrigation and drainage solutions range from simple, strategically-placed drain spouts to fully automated irrigation systems. Each yard has different needs. We start by assessing these needs, then take into account both your desires and your budget to recommend the best full-yard watering solutions for you. Don't let too much or too little water take away your enjoyment of your outdoor space - call us today to make water an asset in your yard instead of a problem or a chore!
Grading and Excavation Services
Most landscaping projects can be accomplished with simple hand tools. But what if you need to move a lot of dirt? Instead of spending all day digging out a base for your new pergola, let our experts excavate, smooth, and compact the space in a just a few hours. We also offer grading services to level steeply sloped yards or yards with too much uneven ground, improving both waterflow through your yard and its usability for various outdoor activities. Whatever the reason you need dirt moved, let us put our heavy equipment to work for you!
Debris Removal and Seasonal Cleanups
While your children may enjoy playing in the leaves that fall all over your yard in autumn, they become much less appealing when you are the one who has to rake them (and your body no longer allows you to enjoy diving into the pile of leaves). And if a big storm passes through and brings whole tree branches to the ground, cleanup is not only a chore, but can also be unsafe! In either of these situations (and many more), our landscaping experts are only a phone call away.
We have the skills and tools to safely and responsibly remove any type of organic debris from your outdoor space - from autumn leaves to fallen trees. We also ensure that it is disposed of responsibly so that your yard debris becomes compost or mulch to help other yards (or even yours) thrive in the future! Contact us today to remove the clutter and restore the beauty and functionality of your outdoor space!
Tree Services
Trees are one of our favorite landscaping elements to plant - and we also love to take care of them so that they grow and thrive for a lifetime! We offer a variety of tree services to keep your trees healthy and looking their best, including trimming and pruning for health, aesthetics, and safety. When a tree is damaged in a storm, we can help you remove damaged branches in such a way that the remaining tree is encouraged to grow back even stronger. We also offer tree and stump removal services for when a tree is dead or damaged beyond repair.
Snow Removal Services
Landscaping doesn't stop in the winter - snow removal is an integral part of maintaining a healthy landscape (check out this blog post for even more winter landscaping ideas!). Removing snow and ice from trees and other landscaping plants can prevent long-term damage to both the plants and surrounding vehicles and structures. We also remove snow from walkways, driveways, and parking lots to keep you safe as you travel in winter weather. Neither plant life nor human life stops during the winter, so we don't stop working either!
Commercial Landscaping Services
Great landscaping isn't just for homeowners - it is an asset for business owners too! All of our landscaping and lawn maintenance services are available to both residential and commercial clients. Let us help you make a great first impression on your clients with a great looking and well-maintained landscape - while also reducing your liability by ensuring that your property is as safe as possible. We offer upfront, predictable pricing to make budgeting as simple as possible, and we strive to schedule our services so that they don't interfere with your business any more than absolutely necessary. Contact us today to see how an investment in landscaping can benefit your business!
Ready to Get Started?
The outdoor space you have always wanted is not as unattainable as you might think - it all starts by contacting us by phone or through the contact form at the top of this page for a free, no-obligation quote. We can't wait to see what wonders we can work in your yard together!