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    K B.

    Carlos and his crew put in a nice new fresh lawn in our front yard. He was friendly, professional, and reasonably priced. So happy we found Second Generation Landscape, will call this business again in the future!

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    I am glad i went for Second Generation Landscape. Carlos and crew went above and beyond taking care of the project. My front yard looks great! Carlos was responsive to all my questions. The project was done as scheduled. I would hire SGL again! Sharing before and after pics.

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    Manny M.

    I am a lawyer and real estate broker that does home improvement as a side venture. Carlos and his team were great from start to finish! It was a very competitive quote to start things off, and I took all of Carlos' suggestions - which not only reduced the overall cost but also improved the look and function of the property. As you can see, the quality of the work is top notch and it literally transformed the curb appeal + function for my family in the backyard. I will be hiring Second Generation to do Phase II of my outdoor plans! [EDIT] I forgot to mention that most impressive was that Carlos himself was here every day...he did the plans and did the work with his team. Most Excellent!

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    Carlos and his team were responsive, thorough, hardworking, quick, and reliable. He worked with us to stay in budget and think of creative landscaping ideas. We are thrilled with the results!

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    Jess S.

    Last year we bought a house in Pittsburg and needed help getting the front and back landscapping done. I called a few people around and did not get any response. I found second generation landscaping through yelp and from the moment I contacted them, Carlos was on top of everything. He texted back promptly, discussed what we wanted and gave us exactly what we were looking for. The men he works with were all very nice and professional, used to be at work at 8:30 am sharp and they finished all the work in 3 days! Even after wards, I contacted Carlos with some questions. And he always responded right back with suggestions! Highly recommend this business!

    2 she sheds that were built by 2nd generation.  Couldnt be happier.  This is my backyard bliss.
    Michele Y.

    Carlos and his crew are hard workers who help you realize your garden dreams. He took my weed filled backyard and transformed it into a garden, entertainment area, and 2 she sheds, new fences as well as irrigation for all my beautiful new plants. We worked together on design as well as plant selection and they got to work. Wow! It turned out amazing and anyone who comes over or sees the pics I post on my social media are impressed. Carlos is great at working with your budget. Always friendly and greets you with a warm smile. He and his crew are trustworthy and efficient. 2 thumbs up.

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    They did an amazing job on turf installation. Professional, great communication, and honest work. Highly recommend!

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    Great service and best value! They cleaned up my front yard real well before my sale. Great people

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    Carlos was very prompt with our quote and was very helpful with suggestions for our project.

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    Avon Masonry & Construction

    Avon Masonry & Construction

    4.8
    (22 reviews)

    I can't share enough positive things about Steve and the crew at Avon…read more Our home is relatively old for the area and has a specific look and feel. After seeing some stone work at a friends in Lamorinda we were referred to Steve and Avon and the work didn't disappoint. They were 100% on target with the style, their bid (when was the last time you didn't have to do a change order?!) and their layout and leveling recommendations. Also, and very importantly, the crew was always on time, patient with parking challenges, gracious and open to engage. The lead onsite took detailed notes, and the team was methodical and diligent. We have them coming back for two more projects and would refer them first for stone and masonry work. Project: front retaining wall customer cut around coast live oak roots. Back path with steps and landing in pavers, pergola patio leveled and filled with cross hatch brick, back patio in pavers with customer cut edging for grass, brick retaining wall and leveling for new sod, hothbub pad and walls customer cut to fit tub, planter box in pavers. They nailed the whole thing. So good.

    We chose Avon Construction to replace our failing retaining walls. Steve came out to the house and…read morethoroughly explained how his crew would securely replace the walls. Throughout the job, Steve and his crew were friendly, very knowledgeable, hard-working, efficient. They kept us informed of each step and what to expect. They were very dependable: consistently on time, there when they said they would be there and completed the work in the time frame they estimated with excellent results. The walls looked great and there were no unexpected delays and they kept it all within budget. We highly recommend Avon Construction. Working with the entire company was a joy. From the office staff to the owner Steve to Oso and the other workers, they clearly know what they are doing and have a desire to do it right. Fantastic experience!

    Westcoast Hardscape

    Westcoast Hardscape

    4.2
    (34 reviews)

    We loved working with West Coast Hardscape to fix our backyard disaster in San Francisco; the…read moremonkey on our back that shady contractors inflicted upon us when they ruined our property last year. I'm sooo busy lately but I'm also very design and detail oriented, so I was really afraid of leaving this project without an any supervision during one of my busiest travel schedule to date. From our first consultation, Michael felt like a genuine dude whom I could trust to get the job done, so I didn't feel like I had to manage anything or directly keep tabs on their work for the month or two it was completed AND WE STILL got the most gorgeous paver patio with curves to die for that I didn't even have to spec out myself. I feel like I just chose the pavers and Westcoast Hardscape made this beautiful new backyard happen magically. JK WE KNOW THEY PUT IN A LOT OF HARD WORK and the results speak for themselves. They were really patient and flexible with my insane schedule too, which made these cool cats even cooler. Needless to say would definitely work with them again for future projects!

    I hired Michael and his team for a large hardscape project. To his credit, he has at times gone…read moreabove and beyond -- for example, hauling away construction debris that wasn't his to keep the site clean. But in general, he has not been able to provide a crew that delivers work matching the quality you'd expect for the price. His crew frequently doesn't show up, and he often doesn't know where they are. When they are on site, they drink alcohol and smoke heavily. One day they appeared to have thrown a party, leaving food and beer bottles scattered across my yard for me to clean up. They've also taken items from the job site belonging to the homeowners and never replaced them. They've made decisions that put people's safety at risk, with no urgency to fix them. The main steps to my yard had to be redone because they were all different sizes and sloping down. Instead of making a plan to ensure a rapid repair, they tore up the stains and left the site a hazard. He then asked for payment for materials and tools to redo his mistakes. Michael doesn't seem to have real control over his crew and only shows up when an issue is escalated or when he needs payment. As homeowners, we shouldn't have to micromanage a contractor this closely just to know what his own crew is doing or when to expect them. On multiple occasions, his crew told him they were on site when they clearly were not. We have cameras. He also asked me to cover the cost of tools he should already have as a professional in this trade -- for instance, a wet stone-cutting tool to control concrete dust and protect his workers from inhaling it. Despite asking multiple times, his crew seemed resentful when I requested wet cuts, even for their safety. At this point, having already been paid roughly 90% of the total cost, it seems he doesn't have the funds left to finish the job and is now stuck. Like other reviewers here, I've been more than patient -- but this project is months overdue and still incomplete.

    Black Diamond Paver Stones & Landscape

    Black Diamond Paver Stones & Landscape

    4.6
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    We recently completed a landscaping project that included a new front lawn, a backyard fire pit and…read morefire ring, an expanded planting area, and new irrigation in both the front and back yards. Overall, we are happy with the finished project. The fire pit and planting area turned out beautifully, and the lawn looks great. There were a few dead spots in the new grass, but the team returned and repaired them. There were a couple of details that did not fully meet our expectations. We had a propane box installed to supply the fire pit, and we were disappointed with the cover, which was made from only two large standard tiles and does not look as finished as we had hoped. We were also surprised that much of the irrigation system was installed using flexible tubing rather than Schedule 40 pipe that was trenched and buried. Since much of the tubing is covered only by bark, we are concerned it could be damaged as people walk through the area. That said, Nick did a good job helping us plan the project and was very responsive whenever we had questions or concerns. Despite a few areas that could have been handled differently, we are pleased with the overall outcome.

    We worked with Vanessa Grimaldo on a renovation of our backyard in Berkeley. Vanessa and Black…read moreDiamond Paver Stones transformed our dilapidated, overgrown backyard by installing paver stones, synthetic grass, a proper drainage system, and a rebuilt staircase. The finished backyard looks excellent and the quality of the construction appears high. Vanessa specifically provided excellent, white-glove service throughout the entirety of the project and was super responsive to all of our communication. We did have a number of issues arise with the crew (mainly excessive dust seeping into our house and trash being left behind on the neighbor's property line), as well as the accounting department (an accidental attempt at overcharging us), but Vanessa always did an excellent job of troubleshooting these issues and helping to guide everybody towards a resolution. She also worked diligently on our backyard design and expertly guided us through several iterations and unexpected construction issues. I highly recommend working with Vanessa and Black Diamond Pavers.

    Den Defenders

    Den Defenders

    4.9
    (40 reviews)

    Wonderful service!! Pedro did a great job - our door looks beautiful- what a great business and…read moreservice! Highly recommend!

    I'd like to share my great experience using Den Defenders, as I recently had a security door…read moreinstalled by them in November of 2024. When I began my search for a security door install company, it was quite difficult, because I live in Vallejo, and I didn't see many reputable options. I eventually stumbled upon Den Defenders during my search, and after doing some research on them, and seeing lots of positive reviews, I decided to call, and schedule an appointment with them. For my initial consultation appointment, I was set up with their awesome employee Mike Carson. Mike was the best to work with, as he was a very professional individual, who seemed quite knowledgeable about the products, and services that Den Defenders offered. Mike helped me find the perfect solution for my home, and family's needs, as we needed a door that would allow more airflow into Our home for the hot summers, while keeping out insects, and also being very secure, so that we can sleep without worry of any intruders entering our home. Mike recommended the Viewguard security door, as it appeared to meet all of my family's needs. After Mike educated us on the door, its quality, and its features, We were sold, so we ordered one, and set up an appointment for the install date. When it was install day, My family was very excited, because when we first seen the door, it looked like a very high-quality, and sturdy unit. The install took about a few hours, as my home needed some stucco modification for the door to fit, but the Den Defenders crew had all of the tools/ equipment to get the job done, and they even kept the area clean as they worked, which was a huge relief, and very professional on their part. I'd like to point out that I couldn't be more happier, and satisfied with my purchase, and I would highly recommend this company to anyone in the market for a high-quality security door installation. Before ending my review, I'd like to personally say a big thank you to Mike Carson for setting everything up, and ensuring a very satisfactory experience for me, and my family. I'd also like to thank the rest of the Den Defenders team for doing an exceptional job (I've included a picture in my review of the two crew members who did my install, and they were awesome, and very professional as well!). If I had to sum up my experience in a single phrase to promote the use of this company, I'd say that "The Den Defenders team delivers a quality product, and top-notch customer service." Thank you Den Defenders, on a job well done!

    BDC Landscape

    BDC Landscape

    5.0
    (21 reviews)

    BDC Landscape did an incredible job on my backyard! My house was a new build and the backyard was…read morenothing but dirt and weeds when my family moved in. BDC Landscape came out and responded to my inquiry very quickly and were able to provide an estimate within 1 day. We did not have a design in place, however, the team was able to put together a simple, yet effective design of what my wife and I had envisioned. What was once just dirt, soon became a beautiful mix of pavers, artificial grass, lighting and retaining wall.  The team worked quickly and efficiently and made sure to go over every detail to ensure it was to our liking. Andy was very knowledgeable and made sure our plan came to life. We now have a large paver area and concrete pad which fit our firepit and backyard furniture. Our kids now have a large area to grow into and play in for years to come.  BDC Landscape was able to complete my backyard in such a quick turnaround that they were able to accomodate the front of the house as well. They added artifical grass, concrete steps and a concrete path for our trash bins. I am so happy with their work and how everything turned out, I can't say enough good things about BDC Landscape. They truly completed the final step of our forever home! I will definitely be reaching out for any future projects!

    They did a fantastic job at a very competitive price. Almost 2000 sq feet of lawn for installation…read morein under 4 days including irrigation installation. They were nice enough to re-wire my existing sprinklers, move the old irrigation off to the side, add a spigot to it, and tighten up all the other irrigation lines all for no additional cost! Also, as a DIY person I appreciated them taking the time to show me how things work. Four weeks after installation the lawn looks amazing with no dead patches. I definitely recommend this crew and will be using them again for future projects.

    Second Generation Landscaping - landscaping - Updated August 2026

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