Your landscape should work as hard as you do. Professional landscaping increases your home’s value by 15-20% while creating the outdoor retreat you’ve been dreaming about.
Picture stepping outside to a space that actually enhances your daily life. No more looking at that problem area you’ve been avoiding. No more wondering if your investment was worth it.
When you work with experienced landscape contractors, you get outdoor spaces designed for your lifestyle. Whether that’s entertaining friends, creating a peaceful morning coffee spot, or simply enjoying a yard that makes you proud every time you pull into the driveway.
Since 1975, we’ve been the landscape contractor San Leandro homeowners trust for quality work and reliable service. We’ve completed over 5,000 projects throughout the Bay Area because we understand something most contractors miss: your time and peace of mind matter.
San Leandro’s unique climate and soil conditions require contractors who know the area. We’ve worked in every neighborhood from Marina Faire to Estudillo Estates, handling everything from drought-tolerant xeriscaping to lush outdoor living spaces.
Family-owned means you’re not just another job number. When we give you guaranteed start and completion dates, we mean it. When we promise daily updates, you get them. That’s how we’ve built relationships that last decades in this community.
Your project starts with an in-person consultation where we listen to your goals and assess your property. No generic solutions here – we evaluate your soil, drainage, sun exposure, and existing landscape to create a plan that works specifically for your space.
Next comes the design phase using cutting-edge 3D technology. You’ll see exactly what your completed project looks like before we break ground. We refine the design until it’s perfect, then provide detailed installation plans and material specifications.
During construction, our licensed contractors handle every detail while our project manager provides daily updates. You’ll know what’s happening, when it’s happening, and what to expect next. We guarantee completion dates because we’ve refined this process over 50 years of Bay Area landscape construction.
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Our landscape contractor projects include comprehensive design, construction, and project management services tailored to San Leandro’s Mediterranean climate. We specialize in drought-tolerant plantings that thrive in our area while meeting the city’s water conservation requirements.
San Leandro homeowners face unique challenges: seasonal droughts, specific soil conditions, and municipal landscape regulations. Our solutions address these directly with native plant selections, efficient irrigation systems, and designs that comply with local requirements while enhancing your property value.
Every project includes 3D renderings, detailed installation plans, licensed contractor installation, and complete project management. We handle permits, coordinate with city requirements, and ensure your investment delivers both immediate beauty and long-term sustainability in San Leandro’s climate.
Most residential landscape projects in San Leandro take 1-3 weeks depending on scope and complexity. Simple design installations might complete in 5-8 days, while comprehensive landscape construction with hardscaping, irrigation, and extensive plantings typically requires 2-3 weeks.
We provide guaranteed start and completion dates upfront – something rare in our industry. Weather can occasionally impact outdoor work, but we build realistic timelines based on 50 years of Bay Area experience.
The key is proper planning and project management. When you have detailed designs, materials ordered in advance, and experienced crews, projects stay on schedule. That’s why we invest heavily in the planning phase before any construction begins.
Licensed landscape contractors in California must carry proper state licensing, insurance, and bonding. But working specifically in San Leandro requires understanding local climate conditions, soil types, and municipal requirements that many contractors overlook.
San Leandro has specific landscape regulations including water conservation requirements, irrigation audit standards, and native plant recommendations. Contractors need experience with these local codes plus knowledge of what actually thrives in our Mediterranean climate with seasonal drought conditions.
Look for contractors with local project portfolios, proper licensing, and detailed knowledge of Bay Area growing conditions. Generic landscapers often create beautiful designs that fail within two years because they don’t understand San Leandro’s unique environmental factors.
Start with contractors who provide detailed written estimates, not vague ballpark figures. Quality landscape contractors will assess your property, discuss your goals, and provide specific recommendations based on your space and budget.
Ask about their design process, project management approach, and how they handle communication during construction. Reliable contractors offer guaranteed timelines, daily updates, and clear change order procedures. They should also provide references from recent San Leandro projects.
Most importantly, verify licensing, insurance, and local experience. A contractor might do beautiful work in other areas but struggle with San Leandro’s specific soil conditions or municipal requirements. Choose someone with proven local expertise and a portfolio of successful projects in your area.
Professional landscape design starts with a comprehensive site consultation where we evaluate your property’s unique conditions – soil quality, drainage patterns, sun exposure, and existing vegetation. We also discuss your lifestyle needs, maintenance preferences, and budget parameters.
The design phase includes 3D renderings so you can visualize your completed project before construction begins. We refine the design based on your feedback, ensuring every element serves both aesthetic and functional purposes. You’ll receive detailed plans showing plant specifications, hardscape materials, and irrigation layouts.
Quality designers provide multiple design options and explain the reasoning behind each recommendation. We consider factors like San Leandro’s climate patterns, water conservation requirements, and long-term maintenance needs to create landscapes that remain beautiful for decades.
Professional landscaping typically increases home values by 15-20% in the Bay Area, with high-quality designs delivering returns of 20-30% of the overall house value. In San Leandro’s competitive real estate market, exceptional outdoor spaces often determine which properties sell quickly and at premium prices.
The key is investing in sustainable, well-designed landscapes that enhance your property’s natural features. Drought-tolerant designs are particularly valuable in San Leandro, where water conservation is both environmentally responsible and financially smart for long-term ownership.
Beyond monetary value, professional landscaping improves your daily quality of life and creates outdoor spaces you’ll actually use and enjoy. When you consider both financial returns and lifestyle benefits, quality landscape investment pays dividends for years to come.
Well-designed San Leandro landscapes require minimal maintenance when planned correctly. Drought-tolerant native plants need occasional pruning, seasonal cleanup, and periodic irrigation system checks, but far less ongoing care than traditional high-water landscapes.
The key is choosing appropriate plants for our Mediterranean climate and installing efficient irrigation systems. Native California plants naturally adapt to our dry summers and mild winters, reducing fertilizer needs, pest problems, and water requirements significantly.
Professional landscape contractors design maintenance-friendly systems from the start. Proper soil preparation, appropriate plant selection, and quality irrigation installation minimize ongoing care requirements while ensuring your landscape remains beautiful year-round with reasonable maintenance efforts.
Our Client's Reviews
Posted on Josh RubioTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Larry was absolutely fantastic to work with and his design was incredible. He was very detailed, thorough and graciously interactive with our vision, and produced a masterpiece for us. Total dream come true for our project.Posted on Sam PetersTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I hired Lakota Design Group to re-do my Front and Backyard landscaping. During the design process, Larry listened to all of my requirements & incorporated them. He showed me multiple options, and really worked with me to create an amazing design. We used one of his recommended contractors to install our project and Larry managed it all. They did great work, kept our property clean, and finished ahead of their estimated completion date. We are extremely happy with the final product. I strongly recommend Lakota Design Group for your landscape design and construction needs.Posted on Randy D. ThomasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently hired Lakota Design Group to redesign our front yard. We needed a complete removal and replacement of both our hardscape and plants. Larry did an excellent job on the design. He was very patient with us as we made revisions and provided guidance throughout the process to help us choose a design style that we loved. Larry also recommended a contractor who gave us a reasonable price compared to other bids we received. Larry managed the installation from start to finish, making it effortless on our part. Larry's team completed the installation in just eight days, and the final result is fantastic! I highly recommend Larry and Lakota Design Group for your landscaping needs.Posted on Laura FerranteTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had our front and back yard done by Larry and his team. Larry is very meticulous and detail oriented. He was very patient in taking my landscape ideas and then creating my dream landscape. We used one of his suggested contractors and are extremely happy with the outcome. We really enjoyed having Larry manage the project as we didn’t have to do a thing. Larry always kept us in the loop, supervised the progress, ensuring our satisfaction and meeting the agreed timeline. I would highly recommend Lakota Design Group for their landscape design and contracting services.Posted on Peter CoprivizaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am very happy with Larry’s design and creativity. His videos and graphics really helped the decision process. Jose and the team at Loya’s Landscaping are excellent craftsmen. They are hard workers who kept a clean worksite. I am very satisfied with the end product!
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