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Updated 2026-07-08 · 2,223 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 37 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(37) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
Landscape Design & InstallationCommercial LandscapingHardscaping, Patios & Retaining WallsTree Trimming & Removal
GardenGOAT
Services
Landscape Design & Installation, Commercial Landscaping, Hardscaping, Patios & Retaining Walls
Reviews
37

What recent reviews say

Nicolas and his crew earn trust through attentiveness at every stage: from initial site visit through design tweaks and final execution. Reviewers consistently note reasonable pricing, honest advice without upsell pressure, and crew members (Jose, Ezekiel) who take pride in the work, even redoing elements to meet their own standards.

Projects span sod and irrigation maintenance, full-yard transformations, fence replacement, deck builds, and drainage fixes. First-time clients feel treated with as much care as repeat customers. Responsiveness and willingness to troubleshoot small adjustments years after install stand out as reasons people return and refer.

Praised for
  • detail-oriented owner and crew
  • responsive and communicative throughout
  • fair pricing compared to competitors
  • quick problem-solving and follow-up
  • listens and delivers on vision
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Best for: Homeowners seeking hands-on communication and first-project support from owner-led crew.

Strengths

  • Owner Nicolas personally manages projects and communicates directly
  • Crew leaders Jose and Ezekiel deliver consistent quality and attention
  • Fair pricing with design fee credited toward build
  • Willingness to adjust designs and redo work to meet standards

Worth knowing

  • Nicolas (owner) personally manages projects and troubleshoots
  • Jose and Ezekiel lead crew work and oversee carpentry/decking
  • Redid pergola without charge when original wasn't secure
  • Irrigation and sod from 2+ years ago still performing; ongoing maintenance offered
  • Fence replacement quoted competitively against other providers
  • Handles phased projects over months with coordination
  • Deck builds with attention to structural integrity

What reviews say by service

Landscape Design & Installation
Design fee and consultation praised for honest advice; clients note Nicolas asks good questions and incorporates local microclimate knowledge.
Hardscaping, Patios & Retaining Walls
Limestone sidewalks, stone borders, retaining walls, pergolas, decks, and pool decks consistently praised for craftsmanship and durability.
Tree Trimming & Removal
Tree trimming and removal mentioned as offered; limited review detail.
Commercial Landscaping
No clear commercial project evidence in reviews; residential focus evident.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.72 average across the 148 landscape design & installation businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 71% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 85
Review volume 69
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you offer a design consultation?
Yes. Design consultations cost $900–$1,600 for a site visit and plan. The fee is fully credited toward the final build cost if you move forward.
Will you handle updates to irrigation or landscaping years after the initial install?
Yes. Reviewers report Nicolas and team quickly address small adjustments to irrigation, replanting, and other tweaks with no fuss, even years later.
Do you serve areas outside Austin?
Yes. Their website lists service areas including Bee Cave, Cedar Park, Dripping Springs, Lakeway, Pflugerville, Round Rock, and Westlake Hills.

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Last updated 2026-07-08