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Avatar for Gardens of the Carolinas
Gardens of the Carolinas
12008 Six Forks Rd
4.68(
127
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Approved Pro
Gardens of the Carolinas
12008 Six Forks Rd
4.68(
127
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
17 local quotes requested
44 years of experience

We are a family owned, residential design/build landscaping firm that has been serving the triangle since 1981.

"Our backyard had a large uphill slope, rendering most of it unusable. Additionally, there were drainage problems and a lack of privacy. All of these prevented us from enjoying our yard. Gardens of the Carolinas was the most responsive when we initiated initial inquiries, which continued throughout our project. John and his team were fantastic to work with for our backyard project. The team listened to our concerns and provided an extensive long-term vision for rectifying them and making them an area we’d enjoy moving forward. Based on our immediate needs, we decided to take a phased approach by adding a timber retention wall, a stone wall with lighting, and privacy trees. They also tapped into our existing drainage solution and made it more efficient. I view this as providing us with a canvas for future projects. We are very pleased with their work and will be a repeat customer for future phases of their initial plan. To summarize our experience with Gardens of the Carolinas: Patience: We made multiple edits to find a solution within budget. John and the team always understood and respected our concerns, ensuring we were comfortable with the decisions. Thoroughness: I was provided multiple options and pros/cons for every question. This reiterated their experience and gave me confidence that we were making a sound investment. Seamless: their team handled everything for us, including permitting, assistance with HOA, and more, in addition to the work completed. Professionalism: The crew performing the work respected concerns around noise and ensured a clean and tidy work environment. When the project was completed, they ensured the streets, sidewalks, and backyard were all in a great place, demonstrating their unwavering dedication to customer service."

Drew P on August 2024

We are a family owned, residential design/build landscaping firm that has been serving the triangle since 1981.

"Our backyard had a large uphill slope, rendering most of it unusable. Additionally, there were drainage problems and a lack of privacy. All of these prevented us from enjoying our yard. Gardens of the Carolinas was the most responsive when we initiated initial inquiries, which continued throughout our project. John and his team were fantastic to work with for our backyard project. The team listened to our concerns and provided an extensive long-term vision for rectifying them and making them an area we’d enjoy moving forward. Based on our immediate needs, we decided to take a phased approach by adding a timber retention wall, a stone wall with lighting, and privacy trees. They also tapped into our existing drainage solution and made it more efficient. I view this as providing us with a canvas for future projects. We are very pleased with their work and will be a repeat customer for future phases of their initial plan. To summarize our experience with Gardens of the Carolinas: Patience: We made multiple edits to find a solution within budget. John and the team always understood and respected our concerns, ensuring we were comfortable with the decisions. Thoroughness: I was provided multiple options and pros/cons for every question. This reiterated their experience and gave me confidence that we were making a sound investment. Seamless: their team handled everything for us, including permitting, assistance with HOA, and more, in addition to the work completed. Professionalism: The crew performing the work respected concerns around noise and ensured a clean and tidy work environment. When the project was completed, they ensured the streets, sidewalks, and backyard were all in a great place, demonstrating their unwavering dedication to customer service."

Drew P on August 2024


Progressive Landscapes & Irrigation
151 Waymon Way
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Progressive Landscapes & Irrigation
151 Waymon Way
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
69 local quotes requested

Transform your outdoor space with our comprehensive services! We specialize in hardscaping, lawn irrigation, landscape lighting, landscaping, and fencing, creating beautiful and functional outdoor environments. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, from designing elegant hardscapes and installing efficient irrigation systems to enhancing your property with custom lighting, lush landscapes, and durable fencing. We’re dedicated to bringing your vision to life with attention to detail and a focus on customer satisfaction. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream outdoor space!

"Progressive Landscapes and Irrigation installed our irrigation and did an incredible job. If you’re looking to have an irrigation system installed give them a call. Miguel and his team are professional and excellent! Will definitely be using them for their services also."

Gene B on August 2024

Transform your outdoor space with our comprehensive services! We specialize in hardscaping, lawn irrigation, landscape lighting, landscaping, and fencing, creating beautiful and functional outdoor environments. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, from designing elegant hardscapes and installing efficient irrigation systems to enhancing your property with custom lighting, lush landscapes, and durable fencing. We’re dedicated to bringing your vision to life with attention to detail and a focus on customer satisfaction. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream outdoor space!

"Progressive Landscapes and Irrigation installed our irrigation and did an incredible job. If you’re looking to have an irrigation system installed give them a call. Miguel and his team are professional and excellent! Will definitely be using them for their services also."

Gene B on August 2024


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Holland's Hardscapes
PO Box 1466
4.87(
94
)
Approved Pro
Holland's Hardscapes
PO Box 1466
4.87(
94
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

*****We are currently taking INSTALL projects. We are not taking any small repairs or anything less than 200sqft at this time. PLEASE visit our website to request an estimate. WWW.HOLLANDSHARDSCAPES.COM***** Holland's Hardscapes was created by Steven & Shannon Holland with the mission to provide their clients with the highest quality hardscape construction through knowledge and experience. They love the unique challenge that comes with each residential hardscape project and thrive on making the vision a reality! We are a company that can provide many different services to complete and put together a unique hardscape project. We offer full Landscape Designs, Retaining and Sitting Walls, Firepits and Fireplaces, Paver patios and Stamped concrete, Landscape lighting, and more. Steven has worked in this field for over 12 years and has great experience to help accomplish our customers goals. All of our projects are designed by Steven while incorporating the ideas our customers may have. We work closely with our customers to bring in all aspects of the outdoor living area they are looking for. We understand it is an exciting project for our Homeowners and we are just as excited to create their outdoor dream for them!

"Demolition and new build on a 40' retaining wall, about 2.5' high, at my foundation. The experience could not have been better. Fast consultation and estimate, competitive price, timely project start. Knowledgable about local soil conditions. Construction was professional-- solid footing, good drainage and backfill, with very nice block work. I highly recommend Holland's Hardscapes."

Chal V on April 2025

*****We are currently taking INSTALL projects. We are not taking any small repairs or anything less than 200sqft at this time. PLEASE visit our website to request an estimate. WWW.HOLLANDSHARDSCAPES.COM***** Holland's Hardscapes was created by Steven & Shannon Holland with the mission to provide their clients with the highest quality hardscape construction through knowledge and experience. They love the unique challenge that comes with each residential hardscape project and thrive on making the vision a reality! We are a company that can provide many different services to complete and put together a unique hardscape project. We offer full Landscape Designs, Retaining and Sitting Walls, Firepits and Fireplaces, Paver patios and Stamped concrete, Landscape lighting, and more. Steven has worked in this field for over 12 years and has great experience to help accomplish our customers goals. All of our projects are designed by Steven while incorporating the ideas our customers may have. We work closely with our customers to bring in all aspects of the outdoor living area they are looking for. We understand it is an exciting project for our Homeowners and we are just as excited to create their outdoor dream for them!

"Demolition and new build on a 40' retaining wall, about 2.5' high, at my foundation. The experience could not have been better. Fast consultation and estimate, competitive price, timely project start. Knowledgable about local soil conditions. Construction was professional-- solid footing, good drainage and backfill, with very nice block work. I highly recommend Holland's Hardscapes."

Chal V on April 2025


Avatar for Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage LLC
Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage LLC
117 Stagecrest Drive
4.92(
418
)
Approved Pro
Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage LLC
117 Stagecrest Drive
4.92(
418
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**

"The job went great! They took out an old multi-tiered wooden deck, reshaped the whole area, and put in an amazing stone patio with wall benches and lighting. Our backyard was a disaster from where we'd had a large tree taken out recently that dominated the entire space, but they graded everything beautifully, laid down sod, and the yard now looks amazing. Completely transformed our entire backyard, better than we could have imagined. Nicolas and team were great to work with, very responsive to any questions, helped us choose all of the materials we wanted, and turned our loose vision into reality. Would definitely use again in the future."

Jeffrey & Amy S on May 2021

We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**

"The job went great! They took out an old multi-tiered wooden deck, reshaped the whole area, and put in an amazing stone patio with wall benches and lighting. Our backyard was a disaster from where we'd had a large tree taken out recently that dominated the entire space, but they graded everything beautifully, laid down sod, and the yard now looks amazing. Completely transformed our entire backyard, better than we could have imagined. Nicolas and team were great to work with, very responsive to any questions, helped us choose all of the materials we wanted, and turned our loose vision into reality. Would definitely use again in the future."

Jeffrey & Amy S on May 2021


Avatar for West Wall
West Wall
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
West Wall
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
44 local quotes requested

At West Wall, we are passionate about transforming your outdoor living space with our hardscape solutions. Whether you need a patio, a walkway, a retaining wall, a driveway, an outdoor kitchen, or any other hardscape project, we have the skills, the experience, and the vision to make it happen. We work with you to design and install hardscapes that suit your style, budget, and needs. We use only the best materials and the latest techniques to ensure that your outdoor space is durable, functional, and beautiful. Most Importantly we pride ourselves on our customer service, which means we listen to your feedback, communicate clearly, and deliver on our promises. When you choose West Wall, you choose quality, creativity, and satisfaction.

"I highly recommend West Wall. All around great service, Brian and his crew were very approachable and patient with us during construction. They kept the worksite clean everyday! We love the final result. We met with 4 other contractors and are extremely happy we chose West Wall! Thank you very much to Brian and his team for transforming our yard and making our vision come to life."

Sienna R on January 2024

At West Wall, we are passionate about transforming your outdoor living space with our hardscape solutions. Whether you need a patio, a walkway, a retaining wall, a driveway, an outdoor kitchen, or any other hardscape project, we have the skills, the experience, and the vision to make it happen. We work with you to design and install hardscapes that suit your style, budget, and needs. We use only the best materials and the latest techniques to ensure that your outdoor space is durable, functional, and beautiful. Most Importantly we pride ourselves on our customer service, which means we listen to your feedback, communicate clearly, and deliver on our promises. When you choose West Wall, you choose quality, creativity, and satisfaction.

"I highly recommend West Wall. All around great service, Brian and his crew were very approachable and patient with us during construction. They kept the worksite clean everyday! We love the final result. We met with 4 other contractors and are extremely happy we chose West Wall! Thank you very much to Brian and his team for transforming our yard and making our vision come to life."

Sienna R on January 2024


Avatar for Raleigh Green Acres LLC
Raleigh Green Acres LLC
9228 Dawnshire Road
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Raleigh Green Acres LLC
9228 Dawnshire Road
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
86 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

At Raleigh Green Acres, we believe in making it simple to partner with us by always delivering quality work. We are fully insured and bonded, and hold quality standards other companies simply do not have. We operate top-of-the-line equipment and have multiple trucks servicing the Raleigh-Durham area. Our team has over 25 years of experience and when you call us, you will always get a response from one of the owners or executive staff. Be prepared to work with a team that is on time, delivers quality work, and displays ourselves in a way our clients can be proud of!

"I would never use that company and I probably would not use Angie's list again. I don't know how you have Pro's with five-star ratings who provide this type of customer service. I would never recommend this individual."

Mikayla Z on July 2024

At Raleigh Green Acres, we believe in making it simple to partner with us by always delivering quality work. We are fully insured and bonded, and hold quality standards other companies simply do not have. We operate top-of-the-line equipment and have multiple trucks servicing the Raleigh-Durham area. Our team has over 25 years of experience and when you call us, you will always get a response from one of the owners or executive staff. Be prepared to work with a team that is on time, delivers quality work, and displays ourselves in a way our clients can be proud of!

"I would never use that company and I probably would not use Angie's list again. I don't know how you have Pro's with five-star ratings who provide this type of customer service. I would never recommend this individual."

Mikayla Z on July 2024


Avatar for Stone and Lawn Care
Stone and Lawn Care
145 Prestwood Ln
4.87(
45
)
Approved Pro
Stone and Lawn Care
145 Prestwood Ln
4.87(
45
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
62 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction! We are here today to create a better place to make this world better, with God's Grace. Thankfully. Javier Cruz Owner Stone and Lawn Care NC LLC. 919-427-9359

"Javier was quick to respond and give me a quote. I was very pleased with how quickly they could start. Most importantly, they did an amazing job repairing our flagstone patio that was ripped up for a foundation project. It looks good as new and we are grateful for their expertise. Great communication, completed it efficiently, and cleaned up. Highly recommend this company and would use them again for future projects."

HEATHER M on March 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction! We are here today to create a better place to make this world better, with God's Grace. Thankfully. Javier Cruz Owner Stone and Lawn Care NC LLC. 919-427-9359

"Javier was quick to respond and give me a quote. I was very pleased with how quickly they could start. Most importantly, they did an amazing job repairing our flagstone patio that was ripped up for a foundation project. It looks good as new and we are grateful for their expertise. Great communication, completed it efficiently, and cleaned up. Highly recommend this company and would use them again for future projects."

HEATHER M on March 2025


Avatar for Shades of Green Turf LLC
Shades of Green Turf LLC
2019 Hardee Lane
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Shades of Green Turf LLC
2019 Hardee Lane
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
93 local quotes requested

Shades of Green Turf is a synthetic turf company servicing the eastern part of North Carolina. We are a family-owned business and have over 10 years of experience in the turf industry. We specialize in residential and commercial projects and can transform any space into a maintenance free paradise!

"Great job and great people to work with."

Brad J on November 2023

Shades of Green Turf is a synthetic turf company servicing the eastern part of North Carolina. We are a family-owned business and have over 10 years of experience in the turf industry. We specialize in residential and commercial projects and can transform any space into a maintenance free paradise!

"Great job and great people to work with."

Brad J on November 2023


Avatar for Season to Season Landscaping
Season to Season Landscaping
105 Bess Ln
3.96(
24
)
Approved Pro
Season to Season Landscaping
105 Bess Ln
3.96(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
332 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

We are the go-to landscaping company in the Triangle area. Our team is made up of a collective of highly trained and experienced staff. We only hire people who are masters at their profession to provide you with the highest-quality service possible. We make it a point to establish and maintain an ongoing relationship with each of our clients by providing superior customer service from a knowledgeable and dependable team you can trust.

"In October of 2024 Shane came out to give me a quote for yard clean up. After several calls by me, I finally got a start date. Shane called me and said they could start a day early and I was fine with that but they showed up at 5:30pm. I was told they would start at noon. The next day (actual start date) they showed up at 7:30pm and were there for a half hour and left because getting dark. I was told they would be there the next day at 9am. At 10:30am I called Shane asking where the crew was. He actually argued with me telling me they were there. So apparently I was blind. They showed up after 11am and they finished while I was out. Only half the job was done. I emailed all photos of areas not done with pic of contract for those areas quoted. In no way did Shane reach out to see if everything was done. I had to hire another company to finish what they did not do. When I got the bill, I reached out to Shane and said we need to revisit this bill because not everything done. He offered a $150 discount (via Sara's email) which was laughable and said "if ok we will send a new invoice". I sent an email back saying $150 is not acceptable and got no response. No response for 5 months! I got an email 5 months later saying my bill was delinquent but they cut the bill in half. I never received new invoice that showed bill was cut in half till 5 months after my last contact with them. They are not trustworthy and play games. If I could give a zero, I would."

Donja M on March 2025

We are the go-to landscaping company in the Triangle area. Our team is made up of a collective of highly trained and experienced staff. We only hire people who are masters at their profession to provide you with the highest-quality service possible. We make it a point to establish and maintain an ongoing relationship with each of our clients by providing superior customer service from a knowledgeable and dependable team you can trust.

"In October of 2024 Shane came out to give me a quote for yard clean up. After several calls by me, I finally got a start date. Shane called me and said they could start a day early and I was fine with that but they showed up at 5:30pm. I was told they would start at noon. The next day (actual start date) they showed up at 7:30pm and were there for a half hour and left because getting dark. I was told they would be there the next day at 9am. At 10:30am I called Shane asking where the crew was. He actually argued with me telling me they were there. So apparently I was blind. They showed up after 11am and they finished while I was out. Only half the job was done. I emailed all photos of areas not done with pic of contract for those areas quoted. In no way did Shane reach out to see if everything was done. I had to hire another company to finish what they did not do. When I got the bill, I reached out to Shane and said we need to revisit this bill because not everything done. He offered a $150 discount (via Sara's email) which was laughable and said "if ok we will send a new invoice". I sent an email back saying $150 is not acceptable and got no response. No response for 5 months! I got an email 5 months later saying my bill was delinquent but they cut the bill in half. I never received new invoice that showed bill was cut in half till 5 months after my last contact with them. They are not trustworthy and play games. If I could give a zero, I would."

Donja M on March 2025


Avatar for Flori View landscaping
Flori View landscaping
2610 Riddle Rd
4.77(
31
)
Approved Pro
Flori View landscaping
2610 Riddle Rd
4.77(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
52 local quotes requested

flori view landscaping LLC Service. Lawn maintenance. garden design Grass mowing. Leaf cleaning Fertilizing. Mulching . shrb trim Flowers bed . planting plants. patios sidewalk and seeding .retaining walls Fixed decks . renew decks . fence service

"They did a great job."

Joseph C on January 2025

flori view landscaping LLC Service. Lawn maintenance. garden design Grass mowing. Leaf cleaning Fertilizing. Mulching . shrb trim Flowers bed . planting plants. patios sidewalk and seeding .retaining walls Fixed decks . renew decks . fence service

"They did a great job."

Joseph C on January 2025

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Exterior lighting services FAQs

Low-voltage landscape lighting costs about $120 per fixture to install. You may need to install a 12-volt transformer, too, to ensure the lighting system runs safely. For a six-fixture low-voltage landscape lighting setup, expect to pay around $1,000. A major reason people choose low-voltage landscape lighting is to reduce the risk of shock, making it safer to operate the outdoor lighting system.

Professional landscape lighting is typically worth the investment to improve your home’s curb appeal, safety, and security. Additionally, landscape lighting can add value to your home, creating a brightly-lit outdoor space that you can use after dark. According to the National Association of Realtors, landscaping lighting can add $2,500 to your home’s value. On average, this type of home improvement has a 50% return on investment.

There are tons of different types of landscape lighting available, including the choice between solar and wired, incandescent and LED, and a variety of colors. Specific types of lighting include:

  • Pathway lights: $50–$150 per fixture

  • String lights: $50–$150

  • Low-voltage lights: $90–$150 per fixture

  • Porch lights: $65–$250 per fixture

  • Floodlights: $75–$250 per fixture

  • Downlights: $100–$400 per fixture

  • Uplights: $100–$400 per fixture

  • Security lights: $ 350–$500 per fixture

  • Lamp posts: $400–$1,100 per lamp post

Landscape lighting costs about $4,000 on average, ranging from $2,000 to $6,000, depending on the amount of lighting, type of lights, and your location. Additional cost factors include any electrical work, excavation and trenching, and the current landscaping that the contractor has to work around. You can expect to pay an average of $100 for pathway and string lighting, and about $700 for lamp post lighting.

The five common types of landscape lighting are up-lighting, down-lighting, spotlights, built-in lighting, and pathway lighting.

  • Up-lighting casts light upwards from the ground, mostly for aesthetic purposes.

  • Down-lighting directs light onto the ground, lighting pathways, or outdoor space.

  • Spotlights cast direct, focused lighting in any direction.

  • Built-in lighting integrates lighting into an outdoor feature.

  • Pathway lighting illuminates walkways, increasing safety.

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