Walkabout Landscape

Landscaping, Pavers and Hardscaping, Lawn and Yard Work,

About us

6 employees. Uses Licensed subs for irrigation, lighting, brick work and carpentry. You plant around your design, not design around your plants. Confusing? Upon meeting with a new client, most people will typically tell me of their favorite plant(s). Putting plants in the lead position of the design process will guarantee you a landscape that resembles your neighbors and every other house on the street and across the community. It’s like determining the colors you will use in your new house and you haven’t yet designed the house! Like colours, plants are a medium. You must provide context in order to give meaning. This is the hardscape or ‘bones’ referred to in garden literature. Be it a simple graveled path, a grouping of boulders, or obedient deference to existing topography, this is what will provide year-round interest. It is also the framework that will suggest and therefore help you choose which plants and their placement. The end result is an aesthetic and harmonious integration of hardscape and softscape elements. The Walkabout Way acknowledges the on-site environmental realities (ecozone, drainage, sun, shade etc..) and integrating these along with the clients desired outside intentions (active/passive use) as the basis for formulating a design theme. The end result is a naturalistic approach that is environmentally and ecologically sensitive, yet aesthetically pleasing regardless of the season.

Business highlights

32 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Landscape Design & Construction - Native Hardy Plant Material, Stone work, Patios, Gazebos & Natural Landscapes

Services we don't offer

Sodding, lawn care, tree care, dirt leveling


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Reviews

4.627 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
74%
4
15%
3
4%
2
0%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
3.9
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.3
punctuality
4.5

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Philip R.
06/2017
5.0
landscaping, mulch, hardscaping, outdoor lighting
  + 2 more
It exceeded our expectations.
Description of Work: We did a major project in our backyard that included a dry creek bed, a stone wall for a raised bed, a flagstone walkway, and lots of new plants.

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

Jesse S.
01/2017
1.0
landscaping, hardscaping
  + 0 more
I contacted this company in July of 2016. He came out and talked through a little bit about how he would build the stone borders around the landscaping but didn't say anything at all about what kind of plants he'd put in. He was very arrogant and talked down to me constantly. At one point he referred to himself as like a brain surgeon. I told him very clearly what we wanted and asked for two pricing options. After waiting more than a month for him to get back to me, he finally sent a price quote. His price quote was like something a kid would make. It was one 1/4 page long and didn't break out the prices of the different elements. It also didn't list the type of plants he would use. For example it says "45 perennials". After hearing so much about how he's a brain surgeon, I was expecting a much more detailed quote and design. He also only gave us one option and didn't give the other options that we discussed. I contacted him with some questions and asked for the quote for the other options. It was TWO FULL MONTHS before he responded (now October), and only after repeated calls to remind him that I'm waiting for the quote. His updated quote still didn't have the other options we discussed and was a slight revision of the original quote to take out something that shouldn't have been there. I asked again for the quote for the other options we discussed and for a sketch that I needed to submit to my HOA for approval. I did not get a response until end of November, and again only after calling him once or twice a week, every week, until he responded. He gave the sketch but STILL didn't give the other options that we discussed. Finally in December (6 months later), he finally responded with the quote for the other option that we discussed. Now the price tripled. I called to ask him why the price is tripled just from adding a few pieces to it. He could not explain his pricing and said maybe his price is wrong and said something like he didn't really know how much it would cost. Then he started trying to talk me out of having him do it and told me to hire a local concrete company since they might be cheaper. I asked him to come back with correct pricing first. I should mention that every time I talked to him, he started by asking how soon I want to do this, and my answer was always the same, "right away," but then he'd take months just to give me a 1/4 page price quote. Then he would forget everything we discussed and every time I talked to him, I had to start over from scratch as if I'd never talked to him before. After constant reminders, in January (7 months later), he emailed me and said that he wants to withdraw his bid because he's too busy and too far away. Funny that there was never any mention of being too far away the first time we talked in July. From Grapevine to my house is 45 minutes, and it takes me longer than that to get to work every day. He also decided to give me some advice and said that I'm making the project too complicated. I have some advice for anyone thinking about getting landscaping done. DO NOT CALL THIS COMPANY. If this is what I had to go through just to try to get a price quote, imagine if I'd actually hired him to do the work.
Description of Work: Residential landscaping

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$20,000

Anthony M.
12/2015
1.0
landscaping, hardscaping
  + 0 more
We hired mike (owner) mainly to address minor drainage issue as well as privacy screening along border to neighbors yard near our pool. Mike sold us on additional work including hardscaping, clearing out old landscaping and replanting, and a new patio. Hardscaping and patio looks good. Landscaping mostly consists of small perennials and very average looking. Irrigation was installed functions as planned. The privacy screening consists of 3 trees to cover an area of over 40'. This doesn't seem like enough but mike said wait till next year as trees grow - I doubt it will cover the privacy needs. But the problems are much worse that worrying about privacy. Mike left several holes all over my yard causing mud and dangerous areas to walk. This was left this way when mike tried to fix irrigation leaks found after installation. But the worst problem is the fact that our drainage issue went from minor to 10x worse. Water gets trapped behind the walls mike built without anywhere to drain except flowing over the top and through the walls right into my pool. Other drainage issues caused by mike is from creating mounds or flowerbeds trapping additional water flowing into my pool almost coming into my home. This happens from minor rainfalls and the middy water is damaging my pool and turning it brown. I had to go to Home Depot and get a 2 pumps to take water away from my house and pool every time it rains. I am now afraid the walls will be damaged as there is a lot of water behind the walls causing it to leak through the cemented joints - so wall damage is inevitable. We called mike and he sent his irrigation guy to my property who said this job needs major corrections to address drainage issues caused by new walls and new flower beds - the work is approximately $10K due to fact that it now has to be done AFTER the original work Mike performed versus during the time he was building the walls and landscaping (when it would have been much cheaper). When contacting mike to work out how we wanted to address this, he did not return my call and sent someone else to come here for a few minutes to build up some soil above the walls attempting to divert some water. Of course this did nothing to address drainage issue as Im still getting water into my pool over the walls every time it rains. Mike isn't listening to his own irrigation guy and clearly doesn't want to address what he caused as he hasn't returned over 6 calls, text messages, and emails. I am currently in direct contact with his irrigation guy who I want to fix the problems but Mike won't acknowledge this need with him so we are still stuck without resolution. Although mike seems like a good guy and did create visually appealing walls and patio, he is not taking responsibility of creating a major drainage issue in my yard. He is also not addressing all the holes and mud left in yard. I therefore cannot recommend mike and walkabout landscaping due to accountability and trust.
Description of Work: Fix minor drainage issue on one side of my yard - drain water to from into street versus accumulation in grass area of yard Add privacy screening (trees) on one side of yard. Clear out old landscaping Add small patio and a few hardscape/walls Add tiers/planing areas to a hill near pool Landscape accordingly in various areas of yard.

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

$35,000

Response from Walkabout Landscape
Wow! I'm surprised that he had anything positive to say at all (he did mention that the patio and hardscaping look good). First of all, we have been with Angies List for many years.Nowhere is there another complaint such as this one. If there was, then one would expect there to be numerous reviews echoing similar complaints made by Mr.[Member Name Removed]'s and thereby establishing a track record of poor performance by my company-not the case. There are always two sides (and sometimes more) to any story, and that is how I would characterize this as it is full of unsubstantiated allegations, Mr.[Member Name Removed]'s faulty memory recall (which I can support with written documentation), misrepresentation of the facts and misleading description of the work performed (remember, even he gave a positive review of the hardscape elements of the completed work). When I first met with Mr.[Member Name Removed], we did an extensive tour of his backyard (proposed work area) and the first thing we both agreed upon was that he had a drainage problem which was exacerbated by sustained periods of rainfall. There were several reasons for this: One, Mr.[Member Name Removed]'s property is located near the bottom of a steep slope that is the natural drain line to a tributary creek that feeds into Bear Creek. Because his property is near the end run of this slope, the runoff he receives (due to the natural drain line) is compounded by the other properties located above. Moreover, Mr. [Member Name Removed]'s property is located within the Cross Timbers eco-region characterised by rolling terrain with a thin topsoil and rocky ironite base substrata (thus making it very difficult to grow things-least of all grass, thereby making it imperative to focus on native plants that grow within this ecoregion). So when we are inundated with large amounts of rainfall over a sustained period of time (as was the case during the project, in fact, record amounts of rain), Mr.[Member Name Removed]'s property must bear the brunt of multiple properties draining onto his as well as the inabilty of the existing ground to absorb much of that drainage (as explained above). Two, as Mr.[Member Name Removed] mentioned, it was the North-East side of his property where the drainage problem occurred. There was insufficient fall for the surface drainage to move out quickly enough and therefore it would pond. In fact, Mr. [Member Name Removed] informed me that it could take several hours or days for the water to slowly drain off, but there had been times when the water had reached his backdoor. I am sure the property was correctly graded at the time of its construction, but over the years, increased surface runoff and sedimentation due to continued development had mitigated the effectiveness of the initial drainage grade work. Three, my drainage/Irrigation consultant also walked the property with me and based upon the abovementioned conditions, the only way to effectively and permanently resolve the drainage issue would be to install a SUMP PUMP drainage system. Mr. [Member Name Removed] also agreed and had in fact mentioned to me upon our first visit that this is what he believed to be the only proper solution. A bid for installing a sump pump drainage system was submitted but Mr.[Member Name Removed] declined to move forward with it as he did not want to make the investment as that would affect his ability in implementing other aspects of the proposed project. After further consultation, we agreed that it might be possible to address the existing drainage issue by working with the existing slope and natural drain lines by constructing a series of diversionary earthen berms (10-18"H). Additionally, The NE side was hand graded further to try and increase the fall gradient and avoid the pooling of surface drainage in that area. Unfortunately, we were inundated with record amounts of rainfall over several months during and after the project. The scope of the drainage work agreed upon was done in mind with a 'normal' amount of rainfall and not the deluge that we received. With or without the drainage work we undertook, only a SUMP PUMP system could have effectively dealt with the problem as a result of record rainfall and sustained period of rainfall and the collective surface runoff from the other properties. CONCERNING OTHER COMPLAINTS Whenever Walkabout Landscaping meets with a new client, we ALWAYS propose a COMPREHENSIVE vision that addresses not only the proposed areas for work, but how that fits into an overall, long-term phased approach (much like a jigsaw puzzle). The last thing you want is a botanical hodge podge as a result of 5 different companies with 5 different ideas. We always detail out an option if it makes aesthetic and economic sense to break a project into phases. This was no different with Mr.[Member Name Removed]. He was in fact presented with multiple options that addressed his ENTIRE back property per HIS REQUEST. Walkabout Landscape Co. did not 'sell' additional work. A Phase I plan was submitted within the context of the overall development plan with an exact estimate. All aspects of the work was detailed and carefully explained to Mr.[Member Name Removed]. Near the completion of Phase I, Mr. [Member Name Removed] and his wife were very satisfied with the work completed ( if not, why would he authorise us to proceed to Phase II?). Again, we DID NOT sell Mr. [Member Name Removed] on doing additional work. He also requested a bid separate from the landscape bid for installing a flagstone patio. It is misleading and untrue that Mr.[Member Name Removed] is suggesting that he was somehow 'talked' into agreeing on implementation of Phase II. Mr.[Member Name Removed] noted that he was afraid the walls might be structurally comprised due to the accumulation of water behind the walls and the leaking of that water out through the joints of the wall. I do not fault Mr.[Member Name Removed] for not being a stone mason nor fully understanding how or why things are constructed in a particular way. Weep holes are critical in constructing raised stone planters or retaining walls. Should water accumulate behind the wall, then it will do what it was engineered to do-allow water to seep out and not buckle/crack the structure. When we receive heavy flows of surface water over long periods of time, then there is only so much the ground can absorb and the excess will move on. The only effective way to deal with this is a sump pump drainage system. Mr.[Member Name Removed] has attempted to attribute blame for the drainage issues on the completed stone planters and new flower beds. Prior to starting the project, it was pointed out that removal of the mature plantings (shrubs, ground covers) on the sloped terrain behind an existing brick wall would decrease the absorption capacity of existing surface flows-at least until the new plantings could get established. Through nobody's fault, it was not expected that we would be inundated with the amount of record rainfall. The construction of these planters did not increase his drainage problem-there was already evidence that water had flowed over the top of the preexisting brick wall due to numerous cracks and buckling of the brick wall. Removal of the preexisting vegetation is the biggest contributor to the problem. Regarding the plantings: a detailed plant list was provided before work commenced. It was noted many times to Mr. [Member Name Removed] that if he wanted an instant privacy screen where the plants were actually touching each other upon installation, then that would require more plants at a certain gallon size in order to offer the desired height and width upon installation. This would have put the landscaping over budget. Therefore, it was recommended that a quick growing shrub/small tree be utilised (Wax Myrtle 3 x 45gal.) This meant there would be some gaps in the initial planting, but would rapidly fill in within a season or two. The heavy rains were also retarding growth to some extent due to pooling of water in the NE section of the yard (location of the privacy screen). Again, the area recommended for installing a sump pump. After the completion of a project, it is standard procedure for my irrigation crew to recheck the system for breaks, leaks, etc.. Mr. [Member Name Removed] mentioned that several holes were left throughout the yard as a result of the irrigation crew. What Mr. [Member Name Removed] did not mention is that they own a large Golden Retriever that is very active and was always kept indoors while we were on site working. The few times the dog did get out, he would immediately run throughout the project site and was an active digger (as witnessed). I would suggest that the majority of these random holes described by Mr. [Member Name Removed] are the result of his own dog. As many people know, it can be very difficult if not impossible to get a return phone call or a consultation from a contractor/company during their busy season-especially for new projects. Although we try our best to return phone calls promptly, sometimes we get behind. In Mr.[Member Name Removed]'s case we had always been very prompt. I am aware that he called me several times, but we eventually did communicate by phone concerning the drainage issues. We agreed that I would send one of my crews over to extend additional bermingwork on the East side with large river rock. This was done. Again, we were still receiving abnormal amounts of rainfall. Our conversation concluded with once we returned to a normal rainfall pattern, to see if the completed drainage work would have an opportunity to work (under normal conditions). Mr. [Member Name Removed] has asserted that I am not listening to my irrigation/drainage contractor. Nonsense! I have worked with him for 15+years. We both agreed that the only solution to Mr.[Member Name Removed]'s drainage issues is what was PROPOSED AT THE OUTSET-INSTALL A SUMP PUMP SYSTEM!!!! Now that all the work is completed, Mr. [Member Name Removed] is upset that to do so will cost more. Well of course it is going to cost more, they will tear up portions of the landscape plantings, dig under walls, etc... This was pointed out to Mr. [Member Name Removed] prior to commencement of Phase I and Phase II. If necessary, I have documentation, proposed estimates (he requested numerous revised proposals), drawings, email correspondence that will prove my case-if need be. Mr. [Member Name Removed] on the other hand, is going off on what he 'recalls' (faulty/selective memory) our conversations (and there were many) to be concerning the many requested revisions for his landscape renovations/additions. Therefore, I suggest that Mr. [Member Name Removed] provide written documentation (submitted proposals,emails) signed by me supporting his allegations regarding what was proposed for addressing the drainage issues. All aspects of other portions of the proposed work were done as submitted in a written proposal! I am requesting that he immediately withdraw his complaints or provide written documentation supporting his allegations!

Darby A.
07/2015
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
He was excellent in every way, but the proposal was out of our budget. I would definitely want him to do the project if the proposal had been in our prince range. It was a beautiful and through design that would be my dream for our property.
Description of Work: He did an excellent overall landscaping plan for our whole property.

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
$30,000

Aaron B.
07/2015
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Got an estimate, love the price and follow up. Will hire.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5

Barbara and Kenneth R.
06/2014
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
They were very helpful. They are a great company. They advise people to go to a certain landscape plan because of water shortages. They also believe in using plants that are native to this area. They really do a good job. I kept their card and information to use in the future, because I like their approach. They were very good about coming out right away. They were very professional and did not try to talk me into anything. They just answered my questions and told me what I had asked them about, as far as information. They were not pushy. They let me make the decision.
Description of Work: They gave me advice about what to do with a problem in my yard.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Peggy A. W.
07/2013
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, hardscaping
  + 1 more
It went very well, each step of the work was on scheduled and completed on time and to our satisfaction. We liked it so well that we had them back to do a limited update to our front landscape. We continue to enjoy the layout and design 6 years later. We've received many compliments on the work of Walkabout Landscape. I recommended them to a member of my family who also had their front landscape done by Walkabout and it's worked out well too, so that's 3 separate jobs within my family. I recommend them.
Description of Work: We had a complete back yard landscape design and installation, stone paths, edging, and plants installed.

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
$2,400

Jeff Y.
05/2013
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
Contacted Mike via phone and discussed what I was looking to do. Knowing it was not a large job left him up to scheduled based on availability of his crew. He called me a week later to apologize as had not had a chance to come look at it and we discussed budget to do it. We mutually agreed to having his crew come out in the next two days as there was capacity. His crew not only came out as promised but they also came back the following day to finish it up. Though the scope of work was more than anticipated, he stayed within budget and masr some vast improvement. This included all new mulch, 50 or so more plants, digging another dry river bed down two sides of the lot (so the fence wold not rot from the dirt against it and also cause the water runs had shifted from the neighbors and clean-up of the existing dry river bed. The work completed made the back year look amazingly and went well beyond my expectations. He took my beautiful back yard and transformed it into an oasis of lovliness. My neighbors are even more jealous. Anyone looking to have landscape done, call this company,you will not be disappointed. Not only do they do excellent work at what I believe is a reasonable price there artistic sight and layout is utterly amazing.
Description of Work: Mike did our original landscape (rated high) approx 4 years ago. Decided it was time to do a refresh and have him look at items that may need to be taken care of as had replaced the fence, etc.

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

Lester S.
04/2013
3.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Since he was highly rated on Angie's list I thought we would get our money's worth from his visit. I felt paying him $125 for him to come over and give suggestions on what should be done, was not worth it to me. On the positive side he quoted this price before he came out.
Description of Work: he charges $125 to come out and look over the work that needs to be done. I felt we did not get $125 worth from the visit.

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

$125

Richard R.
06/2011
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, hardscaping, outdoor lighting
  + 2 more
It went very well. We think our backyard is beautiful and a year later it's even better! Mike and his crew do a great job!
Description of Work: We had a large flagstone patio and extensive landscaping done in our backyard. All of the existing grass was removed and replace with St. Augustine. Mike designed some large flower beds and planted some new trees and perrenials. We also had some lighting installed. We absolutely love how it turned out and would definitely use Walkabout again. Mike's designs are unique but functional. We really feel like we gained another large living area. Awesome job and worth the money!!

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000

Jeff Y.
06/2011
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, mulch, hardscaping
  + 2 more
I contacted numerous landscapers for estimates and ideas. Out of the five contacted, three showed up for the appt., one never returned my call on his estimate that I liked, one was way overpriced for the work and then their was Mike. Mike listened to our problems and desires and created a design that not only brought in natives plants, removed all grass areas but also corrected a water run-off problem when rains were heavy that was perpetuated from my neighbors pool. Additionally as we worked through the job he improved my desires and suggested alternatives that were put into place and were well thought out and now show a better appeal. The work took a little over two weeks to complete due to the extensive effort. The crew was professional, work long days and everyday during this period. The boulders lining the drive river bed ranged from 200lbs up to 800+lbs. After completion of the job we discovered two months later, the run-off of the neighbors water was higher than initially thought and washed out sections of the path running along the dry river bed. Mike came back out re-designed the river bed by running an additional branch from higher on the property into the lower river bed using same materials as the lower river bed. This was done at no additional costs as Mike explained he promised no water run-off problems. At this time he not only replaced plants that had died but also supplemented additional plants at no costs. This spring I contacted Mike for maintenance of the back yard. This included re-mulching the back yard and adding plants. This was at an additional very reasonable cost that was expected. My backyard like most other Texas earth is comprised of clay soil and the hardwood mulch that is being used in slowly reconditioning the soil through decomposition. The costs was far below what I would have spent on my own to do, saved me two weekends of labor (his crew did it in 8 hours) and continued the beautification of the back yard. I highly recommend anyone who is looking for landscaping work to contact Mike for ideas and an estimate. He was very communicative during the entire process of the initial install, follow-up questions and needs. He also fully explained each plant and how to care for the entire yard in order for the plants to take hold. His willingness to listen to your needs and transform them into real experience is amazing. He goes beyond your expectation, providing value beyond what you thought. In the past I periodically only used my rear patio but now it is an evening ritual so to unwind from the day's work immensely enjoying my "new" backyard. It was well worth the cost.
Description of Work: My back yard is a sloped yard that contains two very mature live oaks. Over the years I have lived there, the St. Augustine grass discontinued to exist leaving dirt areas throughout the yard and it was a very unsightly bland yard. Mike created a design to incorporate a dry river bed at the bottom of the slope that followed the natural run of the water, lined river bed with large boulders and rocks, regraded as necessary to create the river bed, removed remaining grassy area, mulched the entire back yard, planted over 100 new native plants and shrubs, created stone steps from patio area to a path along the river bed and re-did an existing path. The paths were crushed granite and have gently curving lines. Additionally the small side yard that was previously not utilized was turned into a grilling area for the Weber and the smoker. Not only is the yard now used but it also removes these appliances out of sight line when sitting on the rear 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
$14,580

Richard R.
06/2010
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Mike was fast on his in responding to our call, gave us a detailed diagram of the proposal and also gave clear answers to any questions we had. His crew was efficent, prompt and hard working. The quality of the finished yard is superior, we could not be happier. The only thing that we would probably do different is ask for an intemized accounting of the plants and trees. the only delay during this whole process was the lighting installation and this was mostly out of the hands of Mike. Overall while the cost was expensive we recieved an extremely high quality, professional job from a very responsive and trustworthy tradesman. He not only delivered on his work he also provided useful information on how to care for the plants and yard after the job was completed. We highly recommend WalkAbout Landscaping to anyone looking for landscaping services.
Description of Work: Mike and his crew removed all existing grass, installed new St Augustine grass and installed a new 350ft flagstone patio along with 6 new beds for plants and trees. We also had a low level lighting system installed.

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
$16,000

MISTY A.
06/2010
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
They do more of a natural landscaping and it just wasn't what I wanted, I wanted something a little different. He was fine, but kind of caters to a specific type of person. It was all fine, I don't remember any problems.
Description of Work: Walkabout Landscape gave me an estimate for pulling out existing landscaping in the front and then redoing the landscaping.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$6,000

Walter A.
02/2010
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Over delivered!. Addressed areas beyond the scope of what was agreed to. Excellent communication along the way. Started on time, finished on time and the final product exceeded expectations.
Description of Work: Re-landscape large front yard and side area. Removal and relocation of many bushes, installed chopped stone edging, added landscape boulders, added extensive perennial plants supplemented by annual color. Reposition sprinkler system and addressed irrigation issues.

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

MARK V.
07/2009
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
The experience was very nice, smooth and professional. He is an artist with plants. He is a bit of a *expletive* but he is an artist with plants.
Description of Work: They did comprehensive landscaping in my front and back yard. .

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

JOHN R.
04/2009
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
The representative was very honest in telling me that I should not waste my money on sod and an irrigation system, as no type of grass is likely to thrive there. Given my budget, he suggested focusing on improvements to the front yard so as to improve curb appeal when I put it on the market next year.
Description of Work: I received an evaluation of what it would take to get a nicer lawn going in my heavily shaded back yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

SUSAN E.
03/2009
4.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
They were prompt, I liked the design they did, I have been happy with the work quality. The only problem we had is that one of the trees they put in died before the end of the season and it took almost 2 years for that to be replaced. Aside from that, I thought the service was pretty good.
Description of Work: They came out and did landscaping around the back deck, fixed a drain and put a stone walk way from the driveway to the front walk for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

Sherman W.
11/2008
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
The owner did exactly what he said he was going to do. He got the job done in the time he estimated. He returned all of my phone calls. He came out and replaced some trees and plants that had died under the warranty.
Description of Work: I hired Walkabout Landscaping to do a complete landscape project. They dealt with the grass, plants, trees, and shrubs.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,000

Tom L.
11/2008
4.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
I think it was excellent design and good installation. The end results are attractive. His follow up was marginal. Other than the follow up problems I was really happy, but because of that I don't know for sure if I would use this company again.
Description of Work: They re-landscaped a sod yard. He ripped out the existing sod, he put on pecan shell mulch and added older shrubs and small trees, and bamboo. He also added some other plants and rock features. The grade of the yard was not changed.

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

$8,000

HOLLY B.
04/2007
5.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
Mike arrived on time for our appointment and provided the estimate quickly. The estimate was over what we had said our budget was but we decided to go with Mike's plan as it was after we saw the design. They started as soon as we said we were ready. The job took about a week and a half. The workers did not leave anything laying in the yard each day, they cleaned up as they finished each day. We called Mike after the sprinkler man had been there to tell him that we thought the sprinklers still might not reach a certain area, he came back out the next day to correct the problem. They pulled up some existing shrubs that we had and relocated them to other areas of the yard where they could be used rather than just throwing them away. The yard looks very nice and the flowers are growing quickly. We will call Mike again when we are ready to do the front yard.
Description of Work: Designed landscape for backyard. Expanded existing flowerbeds and created new ones. Added stone edging for flowerbed around pool. Put in many flowers, trees and shrubs and covered all with pecan mulch. Adjusted and added to sprinkler system to make sure it covered the new landscaping. Put in new and added onto existing drains. Put down grass where there was none after the pool was put in.

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
$9,000

HOLLY B.
04/2007
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Mike arrived on time for our appointment and provided the estimate quickly. The estimate was over what we had said our budget was but we decided to go with Mike's plan as it was after we saw the design. They started as soon as we said we were ready. The job took about a week and a half. The workers did not leave anything laying in the yard each day, they cleaned up as they finished each day. We called Mike after the sprinkler man had been there to tell him that we thought the sprinklers still might not reach a certain area, he came back out the next day to correct the problem. They pulled up some existing shrubs that we had and relocated them to other areas of the yard where they could be used rather than just throwing them away. The yard looks very nice and the flowers are growing quickly. We will call Mike again when we are ready to do the front yard.
Description of Work: Designed landscape for backyard. Expanded existing flowerbeds and created new ones. Added stone edging for flowerbed around pool. Put in many flowers, trees and shrubs and covered all with pecan mulch. Adjusted and added to sprinkler system to make sure it covered the new landscaping. Put in new and added onto existing drains. Put down grass where there was none after the pool was put in.

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
$9,000

ANNA A.
12/2006
5.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
He was very prompt with appointment times and estimate. He worked within my budget. He had a vision and was able to tie some difficult landscape together. He cared about the outcome. Initially, one wall section didn't look good. He sent his workers back to redo it until I was satisfied. The workers cleaned up well. He listened to my concerns.
Description of Work: Expanded retaining walls with pavestone, removed overgrown shrubs, filled with soil and removed grass from driveway island and lined with flat stones. Covered all with pecan mulch. Mike had some very good ideas for laying the basis for a garden to stroll through. He built steps and had lots of suggestions for plants, stone walkway and lighting/water features for the future.

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
$3,200

ANNA A.
12/2006
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
He was very prompt with appointment times and estimate. He worked within my budget. He had a vision and was able to tie some difficult landscape together. He cared about the outcome. Initially, one wall section didn't look good. He sent his workers back to redo it until I was satisfied. The workers cleaned up well. He listened to my concerns.
Description of Work: Expanded retaining walls with pavestone, removed overgrown shrubs, filled with soil and removed grass from driveway island and lined with flat stones. Covered all with pecan mulch. Mike had some very good ideas for laying the basis for a garden to stroll through. He built steps and had lots of suggestions for plants, stone walkway and lighting/water features for the future.

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
$3,200

LUCY M.
09/2005
5.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT PLANTS AND WITH VERY CREATIVE YET PRACTICAL LANDSCAPING SOLUTIONS AND IDEAS. WILLING TO FOLLOW UP WITH CUSTOMER AFTER JOB IS COMPLETE TO MAKE SURE CUSTOMER IS SATISFIED. VERY DETAILED AND METICULOUS.
Description of Work: INSTALLED SPRINKLER AND DRAINAGE SYSTEM. INSTALLED IRON FENCE. INSTALLED WOODEN ARBOR. TORE OUT EXISTING LANDSCAPE PREPARED AND DESIGNED NEW LANDSCAPE. ADDED NEW PLANTS, EXTENDED PATIO.

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
$11,000

LUCY M.
09/2005
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT PLANTS AND WITH VERY CREATIVE YET PRACTICAL LANDSCAPING SOLUTIONS AND IDEAS. WILLING TO FOLLOW UP WITH CUSTOMER AFTER JOB IS COMPLETE TO MAKE SURE CUSTOMER IS SATISFIED. VERY DETAILED AND METICULOUS.
Description of Work: INSTALLED SPRINKLER AND DRAINAGE SYSTEM. INSTALLED IRON FENCE. INSTALLED WOODEN ARBOR. TORE OUT EXISTING LANDSCAPE PREPARED AND DESIGNED NEW LANDSCAPE. ADDED NEW PLANTS, EXTENDED PATIO.

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
$11,000
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Contact information

PO Box 3185, Grapevine, TX 76099

http://www.walkaboutlandscape.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Insured

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Service Categories

Landscaping,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Lawn and Yard Work,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Landscaping - Lakefront,
Stone and Gravel

FAQ

Walkabout Landscape is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Saturday: Closed

Walkabout Landscape accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Walkabout Landscape does not offer free project estimates.
No, Walkabout Landscape does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Walkabout Landscape does not offer a senior discount.
No, Walkabout Landscape does not offer emergency services.
No, Walkabout Landscape does not offer warranties.
Walkabout Landscape offers the following services: Landscape Design & Construction - Native Hardy Plant Material, Stone work, Patios, Gazebos & Natural Landscapes
Sodding, lawn care, tree care, dirt leveling

Contact information

PO Box 3185, Grapevine, TX 76099

http://www.walkaboutlandscape.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Saturday:
Closed