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Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc

Landscaping, Pavers and Hardscaping, Mulch and Topsoil,

About us

We are a Landscape Design and Installation Firm - In business for 32 years. I have 2 Employees - sometimes 3. We occasionally use a concrete subcontractor -for Concrete installations and have an Excellent relationship with a fantastic Irrigation Specialist. We are Fully Insured and Licensed through the State of MN. We have a Full list of References available of Very Happy Customers. We do work through out the Twin Cities area and in Western Wisconsin in the Webb Lake and Danbury WI Areas.

Business highlights

35 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

Landscape designs for New Construction and Concepts for Yard renovations. Installations of Boulder, Timber, Block, Dry stacked stone walls, Natural ponds and Waterfalls, Paver patios, Shoreline rip rap, Walkways, Sod and Yard, Flower beds and container gardens, Irrigation and some Concrete.

Services we don't offer

We are not a trucking company so we do not offer delivery services alone.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

5.013 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
100%
4
0%
3
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.6
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-13 of 13 reviews

Gretchen B.
07/2020
5.0
excavators, hauling services, landscaping, lawn service, mulch, greenhouses, hardscaping
Β  + 5 more
The expanded design is great! The shrubs, trees, and plants are healthy and seem to be established. Everything looks really nice! I want to add that the crew was very careful not to damage the lawn with their heavy equipment. They also did an excellent job of cleaning up. Northern Lights Landscaping completed all the work in about 3 and 1/2 days.
Description of Work: I live in a townhouse association where homeowners are responsible for their own landscaping. Most of the landscaping I had was about 35 years old, and included large arborvitae, a dwarf spruce (5’ tall), low spreading evergreens, old rose bushes, and a few other assorted perennials. All of these were well-established, and were surrounded by limestone rock. Steve and his crew needed to remove all the old plantings and the rock, and expand the depth of the planting area on one side of the house. After removing the old landscaping, they added new topsoil, planted quality shrubs and perennials, that we chose together, applied new ground cloth, edging and mulch. They also planted two 7’ Serbian Spruce in my 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
$6,500

Response from Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc
Thank you so much [Member Name Removed] for your kind words and great review! We love the work we do and when the homeowner is very pleased it makes it even more gratifying! We appreciate the business and your referrals ! Steve Nelson Northern Lights Landscape Construction 7/20/2020

Karen A.
11/2017
5.0
landscaping, mulch, hardscaping
Β  + 1 more
I was so happy with their work. I got five bids and was waiting to hear back from the other four before Steve, from Northern Lights, came out to give me a bid. Steve gave me a bid the same day he came to do an estimate. Their prices were very reasonable compared to the others bids I received. Steve, his son, and another worker did both jobs. They were professional, creative, and hard-working. They were respectful and made sure to clean up after themselves. I would absolutely use them again in the future and I'd recommend them highly to my friends and neighbors.
Description of Work: Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc did two separate big jobs at my home. The first job they did was a front yard over-haul. There were stumps, shrubs, and timber throughout my front yard. They took everything out of the yard and re-graded the front yard down by the street. They put in a new landscape design by the sidewalk near the front of my home. They put down mulch and designed a really nice perennial garden around the sidewalk. They also re-sodded a large area by the street where they'd taken everything out. They were able to complete the job within three days. The second job they did took 4 days. They created one large retaining wall on the west side of my garage. This was done to lower the grade and slope so the water drained away from my garage. They also added pebbles in that area for drainage. On the south side of my garage they re-graded the yard and put down a pavered walk way between the garage and the shed. They also added black dirt and sod as needed in both areas.

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
$12,000

Response from Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc
Thank you so much [Member Name Removed] for your kind words and great review! We love the work we do and when the homeowner is very pleased it makes it even more gratifying! We appreciate the business and your referrals ! Steve Nelson Northern Lights Landscape Construction 11/7/17

William L.
08/2017
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
Β  + 0 more
We were extremely pleased not only with the results of the retaining wall but also with the pride and professionalism that Steve and his crew displayed.
Description of Work: We had a very extensive retaining wall built with two tiers.

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 Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc
Hi [Member Name Removed], Thank you for your kind review ! We appreciate your business and enjoyed working on your extensive 2 tier Timber retaining wall ! We will see you in October to work on your stairs ! Thank you again ! Steve Nelson

Rick K.
07/2015
5.0
landscaping
Β  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They created an attractive design that dramatically improve the curb appeal of our home. They performed a high quality installation. They worked in a very orderly manner.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

David L.
05/2015
5.0
landscaping
Β  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Northern Lights built a block retaining wall along a driveway. It was necessary to dig 3+ feet into a hillside prior to the installation. I was very pleased with the end results. Their attention to detail was impressive. I would recommend Steve and his crew for any of your landscaping needs.

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
$6,000

Response from Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc
Thanks [Member name removed]- it was a pleasure working with you - Thank you again for the kind review !!! Steve

Elizabeth A.
02/2015
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, hardscaping
Β  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Installed trees, shrubs, and beds in my yard. They did nice work. Replaced one arbor vitae that did not overwinter well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

Shannon T.
10/2013
5.0
landscaping
Β  + -1 more
Steve was on time for our original meeting and came to do the work when he said he was going to come. He gave us an estimate very quickly. He gave us good advice about what type of product would work best for our project. Most importantly, the final project looked nice when they finished.
Description of Work: landscaping around a tree in our front yard including putting in boulders

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
$800

Shelley B.
08/2013
5.0
landscaping
Β  + -1 more
Very good. We have not signed on to start the work, but when we do plan on it, will use Northern Lights. The thoughtfulness in the design was great. We have a large hill going to a lake. Lots of buckthorn and weeds need to be removed, steps and retaining wall need to be re-done, and flower beds repaired. It will be a big job when we can do it and I am confident NL will be able to deliver.
Description of Work: Provided a comprehensive design and plan for major re-work of back yard. Included 2 page break-out of cost plans (I asked for a three-year plan) and drawing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Joy M.
07/2013
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, hardscaping, mulch
Β  + 2 more
I have nothing but the best to say about this group of guys. They worked during what had to be the hottest week of the summer yet. They accomplished the projects in three days. My yard was, in my opinion, going to my dog (Max). It had gone so far down hill especially during the 6 months Max was on potent steroids and other meds- the grass was just shot. I wanted a yard that my dog and I could both enjoy. Steve came through with the design and then with working with his crew to make it happen. It looks amazing - very 'park-like'. In fact I have plans with items to add to the areas to increase that feel. Thanks guys! Hope it gets cooler for you!:)
Description of Work: Project 1: -Removed weeds/overgrown vegetation from planter area - Built up wall around patio- rebuilt side-added boulders -Filled planter with dirt -Placed weed fabric in planter area -Placed two granite steps -Planted throughout planter Project 2: -Removed grass/weeds/small stumps, etc. from area to be mulched -Placed stone edging around perimeter of mulched area -Placed weed fabric throughout area to be mulched. -Placed cedar mulch and plants -Placed flagstone steppers making two paths. Project #3- Placed stone edging around tree in back that my daughter and I had weeded and mulched. EXTRAS: Moved trampoline out of area to be mulched and then replaced when done. Offered free of charge to remove old rubber edging around tree in yard. Placed left over boulders around tree and mulched.

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
$6,313

Response from Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc
Thank you (removed member name)! You were a "Joy" to work with . We appreciate all of your kind and warm words. We look forward to helping you more with your "home Oasis" Steve Nelson and Northern Lights Landscape Construction Crew

Rick K.
07/2013
5.0
landscaping
Β  + -1 more
It was an Angie's List Big Deal that I purchased. They did a great job. The guy came out, worked around, the owner came, he was very nice and very helpful, talked about the whole project and got a plan back to me and it was what I was looking for. He was very knowledgeable, he owns his own business so he took interest in sharing some thoughts and ideas. It was a landscaping design for a 30-year old house where everything has kind of outgrown and he was very helpful in proposing a couple of changes and ideas, some of it to be a little bit more cost effective so I really like that I'm not pulling the trigger right now but probably within either by the fall or next year, I'll probably do something. I would be very comfortable recommending him to anybody. He was thoughtful, courteous, he was on time, everything that you're looking for when somebody comes out, he fulfilled. I like the design, I like the way he conducted himself, he's got some helpful ideas in making a few changes here and there so everything worked out just fine. I think the price is competitive. I thought the design of the proposal was very good, I like it, it was for those interested in changing and doing so I'm totally really satisfied. He called, I went in and got it, I placed the call, he followed up, we had communication, he was there on time, he called when he was en route, and he did a great job.
Description of Work: Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc came out and spent about 30 minutes at my house, took a lot of measurements, we had a lot of discussion of what I was interested in doing and 4-5 days later, the proposal came back by email and everything was perfect.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Response from Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc
Thanks (Member name removed)! It was a pleasure to meet you and see the scope of the work you wish to do for your home! Steve Nelson

Joy M.
05/2013
5.0
landscaping
Β  + -1 more
We set up our meeting for 6p.m. and Steve called 15 minutes before saying that he would be here closer to 6:15pm. (This is something I appreciate so much in a provider). He arrived at 6:15 and exceeded my expectations (see above). This was an Angie's List Deal ($99.00 Landscape Assessment/analysis with Design Proposal and Conceptual Plan)and my experience in the past with a couple of the and quot;dealsand quot; has been that the 'coupon' keeps the providers so busy that the quality of the product is far less than even just average (and I'm not that hard to please:)). That certainly wasn't the case with this company. It's a family operated business and I couldn't be happier with the results. I received the proposals and sketch in the mail a little over a week after his yard/landscape assessment- which considering the time and thought that must have gone into the sketch is really great! The proposals seem very reasonable, however money constraints will keep me from doing all of them right now. I will have him do one of the projects now, however, and given my experience so far, I anticipate continued quality with this company.
Description of Work: Steve walked with me around the yard discussing ideas I had and suggesting ideas he had, while at the same time educating me on everything to do with my yard- plants/trees, slope, etc. He took our discussion, measured my yard, left and sent back proposals on the projects we discussed- separating the entire 'yard project' into smaller single projects, which helped it seem not so overwhelming. He also sent an amazing sketch of my dream yard. The sketch is detailed and spot on with our discussion.

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
$99

Response from Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc
Thank you so much for the very nice comments - We are looking forward to working with you to create your home "Oasis"!

David J.
06/2011
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
Β  + 0 more
Steve and his crew arrived to the worksite as scheduled. The project lasted 4 days. The 3-man crew (including Steve) worked throughout the day every day in an orderly and systematic fashion to complete the project. One of the purposes of constructing the patio was to enable outdoor cooking without risk of fire on the existing wooden deck. After the patio pavers and joint sand had cured, the crew assisted in moving a 1/2-ton BBQ smoker from the deck to the new patio. I would describe this service as above and beyond what was contracted. Additionally, the area where the patio was installed is not accessible by large machines. The crew had to transport boulders, base material, pavers, and gravel by wheelbarrow from the staging area. Additionally, debris was removed the same way. There was no damage to any structure or other plantings in the adjacent areas.
Description of Work: 1. Removed overgrown vegetation, built up existing boulder retaining wall, installed base and pavers to create a new patio. The work included polymeric sand to firm up the spaces between the pavers. 2. Top dressing applied to an existing pathway - 3/4-inch tan limestone. 3. Provided and planted perennials around the circumference of the patio. 4. Trimmed shrubs, removed volunteer trees and debris.

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
$8,200

David J.
08/2010
5.0
landscaping, hardscaping
Β  + 0 more
Major landscaping work is noisy and disruptive. There is machinery, piles of dirt and other materials, a crew of people and vehicles. In this case, it was entirely worth the effort. Mr. Nelson reviewed a landscape architect's plan with me and provided a detailed proposal to accomplish the desired results. Once the old materials were removed, the new walkway and boulder features were installed. During this process, the crew were very careful to avoid collateral damage to existing trees. New trees (4) were planted, existing ground cover was thinned and new mulch was placed. Finally, raking and new grass seed sown. The schedule was maintained and the job was finished on time. I am entirely pleased with the results, and I appreciate Mr. Nelson's attention to obtaining high quality materials and plants. The new walkway was, I believe, properly installed with a base material and small gravel in between the stones to prevent shifting.
Description of Work: 1. Removed diseased fir tree, existing paver walkway, and old landscape timbers. 2. Re-graded slope away from house and garage (2% grade). Planted grass seed. 3. Installed flagstone walkway. 4. Installed boulder wall to accentuate plantings around front porch. 5. New trees and mulch.

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
$11,000

Response from Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc
Thanks for such a nice report! - It was a pleasure working with you again !!! Steve

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    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,
    Mulch and Topsoil,
    Lawn and Yard Work,
    Greenhouses/Nurseries,
    Hauling,
    Excavating,
    Landscaping - Lakefront,
    Lawn Irrigation

    FAQ

    Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
    Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
    No, Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc offers warranties.
    Northern Lights Landscape Construction Inc offers the following services: Landscape designs for New Construction and Concepts for Yard renovations. Installations of Boulder, Timber, Block, Dry stacked stone walls, Natural ponds and Waterfalls, Paver patios, Shoreline rip rap, Walkways, Sod and Yard, Flower beds and container gardens, Irrigation and some Concrete.
    We are not a trucking company so we do not offer delivery services alone.

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