Installation Services

EarthCare offers a complete range of landscape installation services. From site preparation to planting and irrigation, our team delivers skilled, environmentally responsible work. Below is an overview of what we install.

Site Preparation

Demolition & Clean-Up

We efficiently remove unwanted landscape elements such as old shrubs, cracked concrete or asphalt, and deteriorating decks—while taking care to preserve what you want to keep, including established trees, existing plants, or lawn areas.

Grading & Excavation

By evaluating the site during the design phase and performing most grading and excavation work by hand, we reduce site disturbance and help minimize both immediate and long-term costs.

Drainage

Drainage is addressed on every project. Our team has extensive experience resolving water-related issues to help protect both your landscape and your home.

Hardscaping

Fences & Gates

We install a wide range of fence and gate styles.

Decks & Benches

Custom-built decks and benches can add comfort and character to any outdoor area.

Arbors

Arbors are a popular feature that can be added to new or existing outdoor spaces.

Fines / Crushed Granite Paths

Also known as decomposed granite, this is a highly sustainable path material we install regularly.

Concrete

Concrete is a cost-effective option for driveways, patios, and paths. We can also incorporate brick or paver bands for added detail.

Interlocking Pavers

We’ve installed nearly every type of paver over the years, including pervious options. Contact us to explore what’s possible for your project.

Flagstone in Sand or Concrete

Our crews have deep experience with both sand-set and mortared flagstone, and we aim for a natural finish without visible saw-cut lines.

Retaining Walls

We build all major types of retaining walls, including concrete, wood, CMU block, stacked pavers, fieldstone, and ledger stone.

Custom Features

BBQs & Fountains

While we’ve installed prefab BBQs, we primarily build custom outdoor kitchens. Our fountain installations range widely—see our portfolio for examples.

Raised Vegetable Beds

Growing your own produce is both practical and rewarding. Our raised beds are designed to integrate beautifully into your landscape.

Dry Creeks

We excavate generously when installing dry creek beds to ensure they sit below the surrounding landscape and achieve a natural appearance.

Planting & Irrigation

Lawns & Meadows

We encourage installing only as much lawn as necessary to reduce water use and maintenance. For those who like the look of lawn but don’t need to walk or play on it, we offer a variety of native alternatives.

Planting with Native/Drought-Tolerant Emphasis

Since 1994, we’ve focused on selecting and planting Mediterranean, drought-tolerant, and California native species to help reduce water and upkeep needs.

Irrigation (Focus on Drip & Subsurface)

We’ve specialized in efficient irrigation since our founding in 1994. Our team is well-versed in all types of drip systems and has been installing subsurface drip for lawns for over 20 years.

Lighting

Landscape Lighting

Over 15 years ago, EarthCare began installing some of the first LED landscape lights. Today, we continue to incorporate lighting as a functional and aesthetic part of the landscape.