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Capital Landscaping

Landscaping, Pavers and Hardscaping, Lawn Fertilization & Treatment,

About us

Capital Landscaping is a design build firm that was started in the fall of 1998 with only 21 mowing accounts and a pickup. Over the next several years, it began to evolve into a design and build firm specializing in backyard family living spaces. Today Capital Landscaping has 15 full time year around employees. During the summer months the number fluctuates as we offer a summer internship to an aspiring landscape designer and several summer jobs on crews to college and high school seniors. During the winter months Capital employs as many as 65 people during the evening hours to handle our corporate partners snow and ice needs. Take time to look over our web page to see how Capital Landscaping can help you with all your lawns service needs from mowing to beautiful landscaping to suit your yard. At Capital Landscaping we value customer service and integrity and we stand behind our work. Additional email address - mail@capitallandscaping.com.

Business highlights

27 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Residential Landscapes, Installation Of Water Features, Boulder & Block Retaining Walls, Laying Flagstone & Planting Trees, Shrubs, Perennials, Lawn Care, Gardening & Mowing, Fertilizer, Pruning, Spring & Fall Clean Up, Fire Pits & Fireplaces, Paver Patios, Snow & Ice Management.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

3.98 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
50%
4
13%
3
25%
2
0%
1
13%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.3
value
4.1
professionalism
3.7
responsiveness
4.4
punctuality
4.4
Showing 1-8 of 8 reviews

Renee W.
11/2016
5.0
snow removal
  + -1 more
It is always completed quickly after the snow stops!
Description of Work: Do all winter snow removal and have done it many years.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Timothy F.
05/2015
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replaced deck and built a patio and sitting wall. | |Capital Landscaping was great. A shout-out to Kim R. and her design team. She had great ideas and was very accomdating. We had many changes but she took all our "great ideas" in stride. The crew was very professional and kept the work site clutter-free and clean at all times. It was a pleasure to work with Capital Landscaping and I look forward to seeing them again for additonal patio expansion.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$16,000

Amy M.
03/2014
3.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
We chose Capital Landscaping for our snow removal because they also take care of the church and school where our children attend. We were given an estimate of $55 per driveway clearing, and after we agreed to this, we received a bill for $100.90. My wife called to discuss the discrepancy. She was told the additional charge was due to there being over 4" of snow, and there was an additional charge because we have a circular driveway. The circular driveway has been here since the house was built in 1979, and my wife told them about the circular driveway at the time of the estimate. We were never informed of the surcharge for a snow depth over 4 inches. The gentleman who took the call was quite rude to my wife. When I got home, I saw the bill and called Phil at Capital Landscaping. Phil was also quite rude to me as well. We exchanged unpleasantries and I fired him. They did do quality work, were reliable and prompt. Our last snow removal company did quite a bit of damage to our yard which is why we switched to Capital in the first place.
Description of Work: snow removal

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$115.9

William N.
01/2014
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, irrigation systems, lawn treatment
  + 2 more
The aeration service went well. It was easy to schedule an appointment with them.
Description of Work: They did some aeriation of my yard. I've used them off and on for about 10 years. They did the job while we were gone.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40

William N.
02/2013
3.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
We hired this company to build one retaining wall, rebuild another, and perform minor landscaping services. There was little initial oversight and several tasks had to be re-done. While oversight and job quality improved, there was a major disagreement as to proper installation of the new retaining wall. While the performance was ultimately acceptable, it was a difficult and lengthy overall process.
Description of Work: Rock Wall and Landscaping
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
$15,000

paula M.
01/2013
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, lawn treatment, hardscaping
  + 2 more
They did a phenomenal job. Somebody who left a job was terrible, and they came along to pick up the pieces. They did a very good job. They have been in business for a while, and they were very professional. They knew what they were doing. They came here and knew exactly what I needed. They were very knowledgeable and professional.
Description of Work: I use Capital Landscaping for aerating and seeding the yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Andrew C.
10/2011
4.0
irrigation systems
  + -1 more
They are a group that deals with aeration and over-seeding. The job turned out fair. I would probably recommend them to people. They lacked a little in communication and that was due to the fact that they had a lot of people buy their coupon. I would interact with them.
Description of Work: I used the service of Capital Landscaping to do some lawn irrigation work two weeks ago.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$70

Brad G.
07/2007
1.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
We had a terrible experience. He did not complete contract work, we did not pay last payment. Required legal action to resolve. Drainage Issues-landscaper advised he would use a laser leveling system and complete a final grade prior to installation of sod to assure water drained properly. Water will not drain following a minimal rainfall we have standing water in our yard and it becomes unusable for up to 4 to 5 days. A simple evaluation using my level indicates the yard is graded uphill in spots preventing the water from flowing. Deficiency with Wiring for Landscape Lighting. Quality of installation is extremely poor. A low quality orange colored extension cord was used. Low quality duct tape was used to secure wiring. Bent over nails & screws were used to fasten wiring. The system trips the ground fault breaker. An inspection of the connections & underground connectors indicates the work was poorly done, is unsafe, unsightly and unacceptable. Lot's more to tell, but out of room.
Description of Work: We entered into a contract to do our complete landscaping on our new home, including site grading, sod, drainage tile, boulder walls, a large pondless water fall, 12 volt lighting system, circular paver patio, stepping stone path, planting trees, shrubs, and plants, etc.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0

$31,000

    Contact information

    5465 NW 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50313

    www.capitallawncarelandscaping.com

    Licensing


    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
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    Service Categories

    Landscaping,
    Pavers and Hardscaping,
    Lawn Fertilization & Treatment,
    Lawn Irrigation,
    Lawn and Yard Work,
    Snow Removal,
    Outdoor Kitchens,
    Fountains,
    Drain Pipe Installation,
    Fireplaces,
    Stone and Gravel,
    Excavating

    FAQ

    Capital Landscaping is currently rated 3.9 overall out of 5.
    Capital Landscaping accepts the following forms of payment: MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, Capital Landscaping offers free project estimates.
    Yes, Capital Landscaping offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Capital Landscaping does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Capital Landscaping does not offer emergency services.
    No, Capital Landscaping does not offer warranties.
    Capital Landscaping offers the following services: Residential Landscapes, Installation Of Water Features, Boulder & Block Retaining Walls, Laying Flagstone & Planting Trees, Shrubs, Perennials, Lawn Care, Gardening & Mowing, Fertilizer, Pruning, Spring & Fall Clean Up, Fire Pits & Fireplaces, Paver Patios, Snow & Ice Management.

    Contact information

    5465 NW 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50313

    www.capitallawncarelandscaping.com