I hired Grasstains to redesign my yard, and honestly, they knocked it out of the park. From the first meeting, they were super easy to talk to and really listened to what I wanted--even when I wasn't totally sure myself and changed my mind a few times. They took my scattered ideas and turned them into a beautiful, low-maintenance space that fits my style and actually works for how I use my yard. They mixed in native plants, added some great hardscaping, and even built a rain garden that will help with some drainage issues. The whole crew was always on time, respectful, and knowledgeable. Communication was solid the whole way through, and there were no surprise costs or delays. If you're thinking about upgrading your yard, I definitely recommend Grasstains. They're creative, reliable, and just all-around awesome to work with. read more

if I could rate this business, any lower, I would.. I would give it a flat out F. Incompetence, noncommittal to start.. what was to have been a four day consecutive job turned into several months because they over committed and did not prioritize and many times didn't show up and didn't call. incompetence from those not knowing what they're doing. One would think employees would know a weed from a plant so instead my yard was decimated of /plants and their idea of weeding was hacking at them not pulling them... spreading lightweight cedar chips in a windy area doesn't work either and spreading them where they're not supposed to be spread he is also incompetence.. I'm still cleaning up from this nightmare last year. Unbelievable read more

Update [January 2025]: After posting this review, the owner reached out personally to address our concerns. They have since completed all outstanding items, even going above and beyond by adding additional mulch and adjusting sprinklers/drip lines. We appreciate their commitment to making things right. Original Review: Our experience with Grasstains was mixed. While they were capable of completing our landscaping project, the process revealed some project management challenges that we feel are important to share: Pros: -The vision they create is wonderful and their designer is able to effectively conceptualize needs during intake -Workers & laborers were professional, kind, and courteous when on site -When scope adjustments or change orders were needed, they were good partners in finding solutions -Quality of completed work is excellent - we are truly happy with how our space has transformed -When issues were raised, they ultimately made things right Cons: -Initial project planning had gaps - some basic elements (concrete removal, irrigation specs, entire back area, front street lawn) were missed in initial scope for phase 1 -Communication was sometimes inconsistent during the project -Required more oversight than expected The pricing structure and project management style seems better suited for high-budget clients who want to give creative freedom without concern for costs. For budget-conscious homeowners looking for precise quotes and careful project management, this may require more active involvement than expected. For those considering Grasstains: --The end result will be beautiful Get everything in writing, especially changes -Build in a budget buffer -While project management had some challenges, they stand behind their work and make things right -The design vision and quality of work is excellent read more

We hired Grasstains to redesign our front and back yards. Matt was easy to work with and provided realistic ideas that were within our budget. The crew was responsive, cleaned up the job site at the end of each day, was respectful of our neighbors' space, and communicative. They completed the project a little bit ahead of schedule. They also seemed pretty organized. We are very pleased with the outcome. Looking back, though, I wish I had requested a final walkthrough after the plants were put in. We aren't great with plants and could have used some education on caring for some of them. read more

We had a complete backyard redesign with Matt and his team and couldn't be happier with how it turned out. Matt listened to what we wanted but also have suggestions and options along the way. The quality of the work could not have been better. Very highly recommended! read more

We worked with Grasstains on a massive project for our backyard. They installed several steel retaining walls, over 70 steel stairs, steel fencing and gates, leveled the backyard, installed turf grass, a massive irrigation system, added lighting, a fire pit and plantings. The backyard and access to our backyard have been completely transformed to a gorgeous and useful space for family and friends. The team took on a very difficult design and executed it beautifully. The team was professional, neat, hard working, kind, responsive and patient. I will highly recommend Grasstains for any and all landscaping projects. read more

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One of the things that I hired Grasstains to do is run irrigation into my backyard from the valve box in my front yard. They included this in the bid for the rest of the work they were doing in my backyard, however once they completed all of the work, they had installed pipes and wiring in the backyard but forgot to connect it to the front yard valves. In a hurry to get their work done, they buried my electrical 1" below ground and the water pipe is about 2" below ground. Naturally the electrical has worked it's way above ground and was spliced by the lawnmower. I have now spent a lot of time and money trying to locate all of compromised areas on that electrical wire as well as paying to have it dug up and replaced. They also messed with one of my sprinkler heads in the front yard when digging and put it back so that it sprays sideways into the ground. I had this initial work done in 2020 and there were various issues that I don't even want to relive. I just paid someone to come out and fix it all, which is why I'm writing this review, because I saw where the wire and pipes are laid. Buyer beware, they cut corners and you'll end up spending more money down the road. read more

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The Grassstains crew transformed our small plain grass backyard into a cool urban oasis.

Matt and his team did a full landscaping redesign on our front and backyard. It was a big and complex job that they handled well. We're very happy with how the work turned out and it looks excellent. read more

So far I've received a quote after being heard and receiving feedback reflecting our taste & budget. We were contacted within a day and received the quote quickly with plant lists. So far this has been a positive experience! read more

We hired Grasstains to install our backyard at a new construction house. The team was super easy to work with and they did a great job of turning the plans into a reality. We have had them back multiple times to do additional work because they listen, have talented staff and get things done on schedule. Matt is just great to work with as is everyone we have met on their team. read more

Grasstains installed new gardens in our back and front yards. It was a year of challenging weather but their crew persevered and worked hard each week. Matt was a consistent source of support and information, addressing the usual problems and being on site when things like boulders were being delivered and installed. He checked in frequently and helped us prepare our neighbors for things they might find annoying during the work. Best of all, we were very happy with the results--a beautiful garden that continues to thrive. read more

The folks at Grasstains were amazing! They were easy to communicate with, knowledgeable in their design recommendations, professional and completed our project within our timeframe. Thank you! read more

We hired Grasstains to rehab the backyard of the home we moved into about a year ago. The previous owners had mostly given up and left much of the shady space covered with bark chips, which meant it mostly felt like a soggy, unusable space. In no time at all Grasstains had built an incredible deck right as you walk out the back door, a patio space lower down that brings us out into the yard more, and a set of terraced levels around the larger more established trees. All along their project manager worked closely with us to find the right materials and were always mindful of how any decisions would affect the final budget. They worked quickly, had really skilled workers for each step of the process and left us with a backyard that we love. 5 out of 5 stars, would highly recommend. read more

Grasstains came out to give us a quote for a yard project. They were prompt in getting the quote to us and were very pleasant to talk with. Unfortunately we ended up using another contractor, but based on my experience with Grasstains I'd recommend them. read more

I first used Grasstains for my front yard redo a number of years ago and had to call them for my backyard reno. They price fairly, give great suggestions if you're undecided and get the work done quickly and beautifully. The work crew was here on time, early in the morning, and worked 11 hour days, finishing the project earlier than I had expected. It included removing all sod (weeds and moss mainly, with crappy old grass in a few spots), and putting in a smaller area with new sod, edging, weed fabric, cedar chips, and removal of debris from 3- 15+ Foot bushes and an old stone fountain. They included a little pruning of some other bushes in with it. I highly recommend Caleb and the crew from Grasstains! read more

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A full list of issues we had with Grasstains would be too long to list, but here are some highlights: - The drip irrigation system wasn't designed or installed correctly. We had both over-watered or under-watered areas that damaged plants. - Many emitters became clogged as they were installed subsurface without air relief valves. - The drip system was installed without a filter. This is industry standard for drip systems. When I asked about it, Matt wanted an additional $350 to install a filter. We had to threaten filing an LCB claim to get a filter installed. - The drip system pressure regulator was buried 2 feet in the ground, instead of being installed in a valve box as serviceable hardware should be. - The person who installed our backflow preventer was not licensed to do so. - A year after the drip system was installed, the fitting they used to tie into our water main had a massive failure. We ultimately filed and won a claim with the Oregon LCB , and hired a different company to install a completely new drip system. Matt is by far the most dishonest and incompetent contractor I've worked with. Just search the internets for "grasstains lcb claim" to read the claims against him. read more

Grasstains completely redid my gardens, including new pathways, plantings and irrigation system. The teamwork was great and they were cooperative with my plans and changes. They kept appointments and responded to questions promptly. I would use them again. read more

Grasstains did a great job on my patio, fence, hot tub and deck! They're great communicators and delivered on expectations

Matt and his crew did great work for us. We had a somewhat complicated project and there were some bumps with the subcontractors, but throughout the process Grasstains was in communication with us and in the end we are very happy with the work they did. We especially want to thank Justin for picking up the project and making sure we got what we needed, as well as the guys who did the brickwork. We're getting nothing but compliments on the new patio and brick walkway. We would recommend them for any landscaping project you might be looking at. read more

Matt and crew did a beautiful job of building a terraced block retaining wall for me. I like it even more than I expected. This is a group of good humans, who all are friendly, capable, and dedicated to creating happy clients. read more

This review is long overdue. I contacted Grass Stains in June to landscape my rental property in Hillsboro. Matt got back to me very quickly with a detailed plan for what I was looking for as well as great recommendations for plants, given that the property is tenant occupied. He was very responsive and communicative throughout, including a prompt reschedule of his crew due to rain. After 2-3 days, his crew installed a very nice paver patio and walkway as well as a surrounding plant bed. His price was extremely reasonable and was a pleasure to deal with - especially as an out of town landlord. My tenants and I couldn't be any happier! read more

Our vision was a lawn-free back yard filled with native plants, and small hardscaped purposeful areas that were private, and surrounded by greenery. A planted burm, maybe a rain garden aspect. It was very difficult to find any landscaper in the Portland area even interested in this project. Grasstains, on the other hand, were excited about it! As soon as I said native plants, Lucas started scribbling ideas of plant species down to use. The end result was exactly what I was hoping for. They had the same vision of what my yard could be as I did. It's beautiful! read more

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Matt & his crew did a fantastic job helping us with a big fall cleanup. The pruned, installed gravel paths, stone walkways and new sod. They were very professional and easy to work with. Highly recommended. read more

We bought a new house and needed some help creating a plan for the yard and surrounding rock wall area. There was a lot of unfinished business left with remaining drainage, hardscaping, and general cleanup. Matt and grasstains came as a referral from a friend. Within a week we had a meeting with him and his foreman, and a plan to begin work before the new year. They were done in about a week, and even with the busy end of year, before the rains, madness, they pushed hard to get the work done and the new work established before the weather really changed. Matt was transparent about the scope and cost, and work was done in a timely fashion. I will recommend and definitely use for future projects. read more

Matt was super helpful during my latest home purchase. I had some questions about the sprinkler system & wanted to check for leaks. He walked us through every step and patiently answered all of our questions. I highly recommend them for all your yard needs! read more

I would like to thank and shout out to Matt of Grasstains for the wonderful job they did on my sweet cedar fence and gate in my inner SE Portland home. They listened to all my requests, and delivered. They understood my landscaping needs and met my high standards. They were the best. Thanks team! read more

I will hire Grasstains again!!! I had been trying to hire a landscaper for 3 months. Who knew it would be so difficult to hire someone, let alone get a phone call back from them. Matt contacted me within 24 hours. He showed up for our consult on time and ready! He worked with me on the design and my budget. He was patient and willing to teach me landscaping 101. Once the project was booked it was done in 2 weeks of the starting date. The quality of workmanship that was done by his team was solid and beautiful. It changed the whole look of the front of my house and gave me needed privacy fencing in the back. Polite, hard working and quality workmanship. These guys are it! read more

Called on 7-20 then again on 7-25 and no one bothered to even call back. Can't run a business if you can't even return a phone call. 26K project too. read more