Kevin James Landscape

Landscaping, Drain Pipe Installation, Patios,

About us

Welcome to Kevin James Landscape, Inc., one of Charlotte, North Carolina's leading residential landscape design/build firms. For over 20 years our company has maintained its commitment to quality, integrity and customer service. These principles remain an important part of what we do each day, on every project. We are certified, licensed and insured for a full range of landscaping needs and employ a skilled work force of trained gardeners whose specialties include landscape installation, drainage, pruning, lighting and hardscape installation. At Kevin James Landscape, Inc. we realize that strong relationships are the foundation for our workmanship and we never want to lose sight of how important that is. We take this very seriously; our business is about developing relationships by working hard and performing exceptional customer service. It is our goal to maintain our commitment to excellence, honesty and service. These principles will always be a significant part of how we operate our company and critical to how we manage each and every project. Whether you are interested in landscape design and installation, drainage, landscape lighting, or hardscape services, our staff of landscape contractors and horticulturalists can help you create a landscape to fit your lifestyle. Please visit our website at kevinjameslandscape.com or call me directly at 704-201-1282, thank you. Kevin James

Business highlights

26 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Landscape Design & Installation, Pruning, Retaining Walls, Patio & Walk Installation, Landscape Lighting, Drainage, General Landscape Services & Landscape Consultation.

Services we don't offer

Mowing, irrigation, tree work

Amenities

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Reviews

4.9331 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
90%
4
3%
3
2%
2
2%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.6
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 176-200 of 331 reviews

ANDREW B.
03/2008
5.0
landscaping, irrigation systems, tree service
  + 1 more
Every aspect was excellent. Kevin and his entire crew were creative and flexible. The overall result was far above my expectations. Communication was prompt. They did everything they promised and more. They worked quickly and efficiently. The best experience I've had with anyone doing work at my home. Although I got a lower estimate from someone else, the result was more than worth the difference.
Description of Work: Installed two 65' retaining walls to create a two-level garden on a hill. Amended soil for planting; ran underground housing for irrigation; created lawn-level garden area and planted one large tree.

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
$8,750

ANDREW B.
03/2008
5.0
irrigation systems, tree service, hardscaping
  + 1 more
Every aspect was excellent. Kevin and his entire crew were creative and flexible. The overall result was far above my expectations. Communication was prompt. They did everything they promised and more. They worked quickly and efficiently. The best experience I've had with anyone doing work at my home. Although I got a lower estimate from someone else, the result was more than worth the difference.
Description of Work: Installed two 65' retaining walls to create a two-level garden on a hill. Amended soil for planting; ran underground housing for irrigation; created lawn-level garden area and planted one large tree.

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
$8,750

DEBBIE O.
03/2008
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
My landscape looks magnificent! They arrived on time and worked hard and were very efficient. The supervisor, Andy, always comes and gets me if he runs into something unexpected which I appreciate. Andy also walks the property with the customer after completion to make sure everything meets your approval. I have been working with Kevin James Landscape since 2003 and have had great experiences every time. Kevin and his team always exceed my expectations!
Description of Work: Pine Needled entire property. Pruned riverburches, Nellies, Osmanthus, hollies, and crape myrtles. Removed dead cryptomerias and Leylands, tip pruned dead off other Leyland Cypress, and removed all debris from property. Hand raked brown, dead leaves from arborvitae and Hinoki cypress. Checked and performed maintenance on landscape lighting.

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
$1,460

THOMAS L.
03/2008
5.0
lawn service, drain pipe
  + 0 more
They were very diligent workers even in driving rain. They arrived early every morning and finished on time. Over all they were very professional, and I would use again.
Description of Work: He installed French drains and sodded my yard. This was an extensive job and solved my problems of a wet 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
$7,900

JOHN G.
02/2008
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
They are very professional, responsive, they care a lot about customer service. We have used their service a few times.
Description of Work: Hard and landscaping.

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
$4,300

Lolita T.
01/2008
5.0
electrician, landscaping
  + 0 more
Kevin is a "wow" factor landscaper. Dustin, his project manager, is a rare gem in that he has a true passion for the trade. They were complete, came up with a beautiful design, and did the necessary planning around grading and drainage to complement all the aspects of the plan. It made my house a home! I strongly recommend them for talent, ethic, professionalism, and above all for their ability to completely plan from drainage and grading requirements all the way up to keeping our outdoors in bloom year round.
Description of Work: Complete design and installation of landscaping in front, back yard, pool area and installation of lighting.

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
$18,500

DIANE A.
01/2008
5.0
concrete repair, landscaping
  + 0 more
They were professional, responsive, and did outstanding patio work. The project was done in a very timely and efficient manner from start to finish.
Description of Work: He landscaped our backyard and installed a patio.

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

DIANE A.
01/2008
5.0
concrete repair, hardscaping
  + 0 more
They were professional, responsive, and did outstanding patio work. The project was done in a very timely and efficient manner from start to finish.
Description of Work: He landscaped our backyard and installed a patio.

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

NANCY M.
11/2007
5.0
lawn service, tree service
  + 0 more
He was here all day. He came with a large crew. They were all friendly and professional. He was reasonably priced too, though I don't remember the exact price. He's very good at responding to any calls and answering our questions. He's great at getting a price back to you as well. Kevin James, the owner, is very knowledgeable about what plants would be good for your yard and what would look good too.
Description of Work: He planted some trees in our backyard as well as another tree and 3 camellias in our front yard. He also did some general clean up.

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

Randall M.
11/2007
5.0
landscaping, masonry, outdoor lighting
  + 1 more
The original work that we had planned to do was for the first wall only which was a bit more than half of the project total. However, after we saw the quality of the work and the impact on the property, we asked Kevin and Dustin (one of his supervisors) to do more. They were very cooperative and treated me like their only customer. We added the second wall, landscaping, some stairs and lighting to the original project. Dustin's crew did a fabulous job with everything but they built some stairs that wildly exceeded my expectations. What started off as a replacing an old wall which was washing out turned out to be a focal point of the property. All of this at a reasonable price. Especially considering the difficulty of work on the first wall. These guys just don't give you a reason to use anybody else. Best experience I've ever had with a contractor of any type and I will use them again soon. If you need any landscaping work you'd be nuts not to call Kevin.
Description of Work: Removed two old timber retaining walls and installed two new keystone walls. Installed stone stairs, lighting, and plantings. First wall was deep in a ravine and not easily accessible, the second wall was above the first and much easier to work on. The first wall was about 60 feet long and 8 feet high and the second wall was about 50 feet long and 4 feet high.

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
$15,000

Randall M.
11/2007
5.0
masonry, hardscaping, outdoor lighting
  + 1 more
The original work that we had planned to do was for the first wall only which was a bit more than half of the project total. However, after we saw the quality of the work and the impact on the property, we asked Kevin and Dustin (one of his supervisors) to do more. They were very cooperative and treated me like their only customer. We added the second wall, landscaping, some stairs and lighting to the original project. Dustin's crew did a fabulous job with everything but they built some stairs that wildly exceeded my expectations. What started off as a replacing an old wall which was washing out turned out to be a focal point of the property. All of this at a reasonable price. Especially considering the difficulty of work on the first wall. These guys just don't give you a reason to use anybody else. Best experience I've ever had with a contractor of any type and I will use them again soon. If you need any landscaping work you'd be nuts not to call Kevin.
Description of Work: Removed two old timber retaining walls and installed two new keystone walls. Installed stone stairs, lighting, and plantings. First wall was deep in a ravine and not easily accessible, the second wall was above the first and much easier to work on. The first wall was about 60 feet long and 8 feet high and the second wall was about 50 feet long and 4 feet high.

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
$15,000

Nancy C.
11/2007
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
It was a wonderful experience. Kevin James is extremely knowledgeable and creative. Andy, Kevin's project manager, knows and loves plants, has an excellent eye for effect, and is a delightful person with which to work. Andy and I went together to look at my plants which gave me an opportunity to see what I was getting before the plants were bought. We made a few changes when we saw some particularly pretty plants. The flexibility and customer care was exactly what I was looking for, and I was not disappointed. Before contacting Kevin (there is a statement on Angie's list that Kevin doesn't service my location near Northlake Mall), I interviewed four other landscape companies. None of these other companies created the trust in the final delivery that I immediately had with Kevin. This project was a joy from the beginning to the end thanks to Kevin and his team.
Description of Work: Designed and implemented landscaping, including lighting, for front yard, a newly installed water feature with a stream and pond, cleared and created privacy barrier with plants for back yard. It is a total yard makeover.

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
$14,400

Vanya W.
10/2007
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Awesome. Kevin knows what he's doing, does it well, and he sticks to his quoted price. When an informal sprinkler system I had in the back broke during the work, he replaced it without discussion, even though my original system was poor quality and may have failed on its own. I have had no more problems with the retaining wall since Kevin fixed it. He installed it level and straight (unlike the first guy), and even improved on the shape and placement (with my permission). I will definitely use him again. I recommend him highly.
Description of Work: I hired Kevin to fix a mess made by another landscaper. Kevin tore down and rebuilt a 4' tall retaining wall in my back yard, about 120 lin. ft. long, including installing all the necessary drainage and grading work. He moved the sod that was going to get destroyed to my front lawn, and re-sodded my back lawn.

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
$17,000

Vanya W.
10/2007
5.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
Awesome. Kevin knows what he's doing, does it well, and he sticks to his quoted price. When an informal sprinkler system I had in the back broke during the work, he replaced it without discussion, even though my original system was poor quality and may have failed on its own. I have had no more problems with the retaining wall since Kevin fixed it. He installed it level and straight (unlike the first guy), and even improved on the shape and placement (with my permission). I will definitely use him again. I recommend him highly.
Description of Work: I hired Kevin to fix a mess made by another landscaper. Kevin tore down and rebuilt a 4' tall retaining wall in my back yard, about 120 lin. ft. long, including installing all the necessary drainage and grading work. He moved the sod that was going to get destroyed to my front lawn, and re-sodded my back lawn.

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
$17,000

Todd R.
09/2007
5.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
It went extremely well. Kevin was prompt, professional, knowledgeable and creative. The crew showed up on the day they were scheduled and completed the job beautifully in one day. The new landscaping looks great and we couldn't be happier.
Description of Work: Kevin came out and assessed certain planting areas that we needed help with. He came up with an excellent plan on the spot for installing new shrubs and creating new beds. Job required removal of old plants, tilling and preparing beds for new plants, installing new plants, creating new beds with metal edging and walkways with gravel.

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
$5,000

Todd R.
09/2007
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
It went extremely well. Kevin was prompt, professional, knowledgeable and creative. The crew showed up on the day they were scheduled and completed the job beautifully in one day. The new landscaping looks great and we couldn't be happier.
Description of Work: Kevin came out and assessed certain planting areas that we needed help with. He came up with an excellent plan on the spot for installing new shrubs and creating new beds. Job required removal of old plants, tilling and preparing beds for new plants, installing new plants, creating new beds with metal edging and walkways with gravel.

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
$5,000

JUDY S.
07/2007
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
He is super nice. They come when they say they will and actually do more than they say they will. They go above and beyond. I will use him again in the fall for the backyard. I thought the price was in line or better or than most.
Description of Work: Landscaped my front 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
$3,500

Chad E.
05/2007
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
We were looking for someone to do some grading/drainage work around a garage that we had built, and called Kevin based on his reports in Angie's List. He did take a few days to call back, but that may have been due to the fact that we called just prior to a holiday weekend. Once he called, he was very friendly and would have liked to help, but said that he would not service our area (East Charlotte). Kevin did, however, provide the number of a former employee who he would suggest for the work who would service our area. We're looking into that now.
Description of Work: No work; just called for an estimate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

SUSAN D.
03/2007
5.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
This was a great experience. We had a bad experience with a different landscaper last year and this was the total opposite. From the first appointment with Kevin until the completion of the job, everything was clear, communicated well and done as promised. Although it was expensive, I do not feel it was overpriced, as we learned last year that ''you get what you pay for''. Kevin had lots of good ideas on how to solve 2 problem slopes in our yard. He also recommended French drains for a drainage problem. When he came out to consult with us he had several suggestions that we used to fix problems by moving plants we already had. He fixed mistakes of the previous landscaper. We also had quite a large number of new plants installed by his company. Throughout the job he touched base with us and he also had Andy on the job site (who was extremely competent and who provided a lot of great ideas). Our yard looks great and we can't wait for everything to start growing this spring!
Description of Work: Install French drain on 2 sides of the house, install and plant new large bed, regrade large hill and re-sod, rearrange most of existing plants in back yard, install stepping stones and 3 trees, mulch entire 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
$11,000

SUSAN D.
03/2007
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
This was a great experience. We had a bad experience with a different landscaper last year and this was the total opposite. From the first appointment with Kevin until the completion of the job, everything was clear, communicated well and done as promised. Although it was expensive, I do not feel it was overpriced, as we learned last year that ''you get what you pay for''. Kevin had lots of good ideas on how to solve 2 problem slopes in our yard. He also recommended French drains for a drainage problem. When he came out to consult with us he had several suggestions that we used to fix problems by moving plants we already had. He fixed mistakes of the previous landscaper. We also had quite a large number of new plants installed by his company. Throughout the job he touched base with us and he also had Andy on the job site (who was extremely competent and who provided a lot of great ideas). Our yard looks great and we can't wait for everything to start growing this spring!
Description of Work: Install French drain on 2 sides of the house, install and plant new large bed, regrade large hill and re-sod, rearrange most of existing plants in back yard, install stepping stones and 3 trees, mulch entire 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
$11,000

STEVE B.
02/2007
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
I would hire Kevin James landscape again. I would recommend without hesitation, to anyone who wants great work. They are reliable and they get the job done. Even after the work was complete and the bill was paid, they returned to make improvements at our request. I can't stress enough how great they are.
Description of Work: Our house is new construction, so Kevin James landscape did everything from design to implementation. First off, their design work is great. They were able to take what we told them we wanted and made it reality, all within our budget. They did paver's, plantings, grass, drainage, grading; everything. The communication was great. Kevin is a great guy to work with and his staff goes above and beyond the call of duty.

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
$50,000

STEVE B.
02/2007
5.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
I would hire Kevin James landscape again. I would recommend without hesitation, to anyone who wants great work. They are reliable and they get the job done. Even after the work was complete and the bill was paid, they returned to make improvements at our request. I can't stress enough how great they are.
Description of Work: Our house is new construction, so Kevin James landscape did everything from design to implementation. First off, their design work is great. They were able to take what we told them we wanted and made it reality, all within our budget. They did paver's, plantings, grass, drainage, grading; everything. The communication was great. Kevin is a great guy to work with and his staff goes above and beyond the call of duty.

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
$50,000

KARYN & OSCAR B.
02/2007
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
They were good and very fast. The crew was easy to work with and very knowledgeable.
Description of Work: He came in a sodded and did clean up and misc. landscaping.

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

SASHA T.
01/2007
5.0
drain pipe
  + -1 more
I think we had to wait a few weeks because of Kevin's busy schedule, but the work was done efficiently and we've had no problems since. I would definitely recommend Kevin to others.
Description of Work: Our yard had several flat spots where watter pooled during heavy rains, and water also was collecting around our foundation. Kevin provided a thorough explanation of our trouble spots and a detailed plan to fix them. His quote was $1000 less than another bid we received. We had one company tell us they were "too busy" to do a formal quote and another never showed up for the consultation.

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
$2,950

HILLARY C.
01/2007
5.0
landscaping, irrigation systems
  + 0 more
Great, it took three days start to finish and by the end, the property had been vastly improved.
Description of Work: Kevin James installed four drainage pipes and planted numerous bushes. He re-did my whole yard.

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
$15,000

Contact information

PO Box 12659, Charlotte, NC 28220

http://www.kevinjameslandscape.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM


Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
North Carolina Registered Landscape Contractor # 1220
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Service Categories

Landscaping,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Patios,
Landscaping - Lighting

FAQ

Kevin James Landscape is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Kevin James Landscape accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Kevin James Landscape does not offer free project estimates.
No, Kevin James Landscape does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Kevin James Landscape offers a 0% senior discount.
No, Kevin James Landscape does not offer emergency services.
No, Kevin James Landscape does not offer warranties.
Kevin James Landscape offers the following services: Landscape Design & Installation, Pruning, Retaining Walls, Patio & Walk Installation, Landscape Lighting, Drainage, General Landscape Services & Landscape Consultation.
Mowing, irrigation, tree work

Contact information

PO Box 12659, Charlotte, NC 28220

http://www.kevinjameslandscape.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM