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Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design

Landscaping, Patios, Landscaping - Lighting,

About us

Additional DBA - Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscaping.

Business highlights

26 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Landscapes, patio construction, driveways, walkways, decks, pergolas, walls, steps, fireplaces, natural stone, fire pits, waterfalls, water features, boulders, outdoor lighting, & outdoor kitchen designs.


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

4.77 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
71%
4
0%
3
0%
2
14%
1
14%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-7 of 7 reviews

Mark K.
04/2017
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
It went great. Avant Gardens designed, worked with us on choosing plants that they suggested and we liked and executed on their design in an efficient manner. They were professional and followed up to be sure the plants were doing well.
Description of Work: We moved into a new house and wanted to freshen up the landscape with both new plantings in front and back yard and hardscape (built a stairway from the street and connected it to existing sidewalk to entry).

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
$14,000

chris M.
04/2017
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Avant Gardens Landscaping has assisted in 2 projects around my home. Project #1 was the placement of large boulders around my new Patio. Their ability to navigate the machinery in a tight space and place the boulders with minimal damage to the yard was a great accomplishment and completed in less time than originally planned saving on the budget. Project #2 was cutting and installing edging around my front yard features (mailbox and large tree). Avant Gardens Outdoor Living and Landscape Design performed the task efficiently and with incredible precision. Every brick cut was nearly flawless and fit perfect. They made the project go smooth and easy.
Description of Work: I needed large boulders placed around my patio in my backyard. I also needed my front yard features to be edged with pavers.

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
$1,200

Julie W.
05/2015
1.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Here are e-mail exchanges between Avant Gardens and us: Apr 4 to Albert: Brian and I discussed the brick pavers and we would like to reuse the ones we have. The sidewalk can be left if we do that. We do like the "Arebel' (sp) stone. Also, as far as pendent lights, we don't think we want any. We were thinking maybe holders for tiki torches on the posts. Also, lights on the fans. Thanks, (Albert assured us he would finalize his bid and get back to us before we went on vacation on 4/27 so we could get started on the project the 1st week of May.) From Albert Walker Apr 27 (9 days ago): I will not have things ready by Wednesday. Behind schedule. Also distracted with purchase of apartment building. Sorry From Albert Walker Apr 28 (8 days ago) Julie, I must apologize for the delays regarding your proposal. I feel I must withdraw from your project. I thank you for the opportunity, but at this point, I am too distracted. I don't think I have been able to give your project the time and focus necessary for excellence. I have many personal things going on, including purchasing, planning rehab, etc. of some apartment buildings. It may take me a couple of months to get myself back to a balanced equilibrium. If you choose to go with another contractor not only would I understand, I would be happy to look at your proposal to ensure that all details are covered and that your being taken care of fairly regarding concepts and cost. Once again, thank you, and I apologize. May 6 1:56 PM (0 minutes ago) to Albert: We just returned from vacation yesterday and I read your e-mail. If you recall, I called you initially beginning of March right after the last snow melted in order to get my outdoor kitchen area ready before summer. Now, one and a half months later and after 3 to 4 visits and reviewing design photos, you decide you can't do the project. To say we are frustrated would be kind. What a waste of time!
Description of Work: The provider met with us initially in March as soon as the last snow melted. We asked him for a bid for outdoor kitchen area and a patio by pool. Albert came out to our home on 3 or 4 occasions. He kept assuring us we were his only big project. I repeatedly mentioned that we wanted the project started asap, preferably before the pool opened. He kept delaying, then he had an employee shortage problem. Now, late in the game, he is too busy. He wasted all our time. Albert advised me in an e-mail and has not answered one of my calls.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0

$40,000

Response from Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design
Unfortunately, we developed some labor issues at this time, and were not confident we could meet the clients needs. I need offer to assist them in the process of finding another company and insuring that they were on track with the customers needs. In other words, I would act as a consultant at no charge. I am truly sorry this did not work out. Especially since we have done many other projects them in the past. They were always very happy with our past work, obviously, since they kept call us back. I understand their disappointment, and hope they did have their expectations met.

Marian S.
10/2014
2.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
See above.
Description of Work: We tried to reach this landscaper several times in August, left phone messages and emailed the company. No response to any of these contacts. Not sure if they are still in business but their professionalism is in question when they will not respond to client contacts.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0


Response from Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design
I apologize for missing your attempt to contact. For over 6 weeks we had trouble with our phone line (as well as cable service). It took Charter this long to realize that they needed to replace the line to the building. This issue did cause many inconviences for us. Also, the vast majority of our potential clients contact us through our webpage. There is a contact form there, that provides a direct contact to us. We were not aware that emails were being sent to an Angie's List account. Just saw the email last week after A.L. contacted me regarding this review.

Susan H.
12/2013
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
We were very pleased. He uses his imagination to good designs and use lots of different plants. We like his design. The price was reasonable. He did more work than we expected for the same price.
Description of Work: I used Avant Gardens Landscaping for landscaping services.

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

Response from Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design
Thank you for the positive review. I am writing this after actually working with you again just last month. Thanks again, you folks are great to work with.

Rita S.
08/2013
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Excellent! The owner Albert Walker is actively involved in the activity. He is just not an overseer. Showed up on time and stayed until job was complete. Very knowledgeable and skilled in landscaping techniques. Totally cleaned up after job completed. Invoice amount was exactly as quoted.
Description of Work: Built pergola on site, upgraded some other landscaping features

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
$8,000

Response from Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design
Thank you for the great review. I hope you are enjoying your 'new' patio space as much as we enjoyed re-creating the space for you. Thanks again.

Janet N.
06/2012
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Great! This was a winter job. The only delay was weather related and they still completed on-time. It has been 5 years and the courtyard still looks awesome.
Description of Work: I hired Avant-Gardens to landscape my front entry and courtyard. This was a pretty big job an require removing the antique bricks from the courtyard and relaying them in the front and down the side walk. They removed tons of soil and lanscaped with new bricks, and installed a French drain. The crew arrived every day on time and worked very hard. The job was completed on time and on budget. I would most definitely hire them again.

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
$20,000

Response from Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design
Thank you for the great review. I just learned that I have the ability to respond here, had I known earlier, I would have been quick to thank you for the opportunity to work on such an amazing backyard. You have quit the beautiful, charming, and intimate patio. Thank you for allowing us to be part of this spectacular project.

    Contact information

    6107 State Rte 162, Maryville, IL 62062

    www.AGL4U.com

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    Service Categories

    Landscaping,
    Patios,
    Landscaping - Lighting,
    Pavers and Hardscaping,
    Landscaping - Lakefront,
    Fireplaces,
    Lighting,
    Decks and Porches

    FAQ

    Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
    Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    No, Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design does not offer free project estimates.
    No, Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design does not offer emergency services.
    No, Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design does not offer warranties.
    Avant Gardens Outdoor Living & Landscape Design offers the following services: Landscapes, patio construction, driveways, walkways, decks, pergolas, walls, steps, fireplaces, natural stone, fire pits, waterfalls, water features, boulders, outdoor lighting, & outdoor kitchen designs.

    Contact information

    6107 State Rte 162, Maryville, IL 62062

    www.AGL4U.com