Custom Outdoor Living in Williamsburg, VA

Our outdoor living designers and hardscaping contractors are ready to help you create a custom outdoor oasis.

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18:50 21 Apr 25

4/21/25 Update - Another 10! Stripped our side yard, (Invasion of neighbor’s unkept yard). Installed a custom 14” deep, custom ordered border to 1” above dirt level. And sodded. These folks care about every job they have done for us and their reputation. You get what you pay for.

Our third time out with GSU in a little over a years. This time replanting the front yard after clearing an overgrown flower bed in November 2021. Ivan and the GSU crew were their usual fantastic selves. On time and very detailed.

The GSU process, through their web site, takes all the guesswork out of the process. Scheduling an appointment was easy. Our design consultant was helpful in suggesting the plants to select.

We give them a solid "10".

Update, January 2024. Mulching was perfect. Dominic and crew exceeded our expectations. Another 10! Thank you.

11/26/24 another perfect experience! Thank you GSU Team.

Kate Bennett

00:16 02 Apr 25

The team takes great care. Even blew mown grass out of the gardens without stomping on the plants, and cleaned under doormats. Much appreciated.

Abby Crockett

03:01 20 Mar 25

GSU did a phenomenal job removing an existing concrete sidewalk for us. They graded our walkway, put down clay pavers instead of concrete, and added some built-in lighting. We love the finished work. They were professional and easy to work with. The people who did the work on site were courteous, very hard working, and they were very respectful of our neighbors (which was important since our project was right up to our property line). They also went the extra mile to leave our yard as they found it. We’d highly recommend GSU for all your hardscaping needs!

Tom Walsh

00:22 19 Mar 25

Travis and his crew did a great job once again!

Jonathan Ciccone

14:23 08 Nov 24

We found Green Side Up Landscaping through a Google search and were impressed by their reviews on Google and Yelp. After scheduling an initial estimate, Bill came to our home and walked us through a thoughtful design that prioritized a large play area for our kids. He provided a detailed plan for maintaining the landscape and suggested valuable additions, like proper drainage and erosion mitigation around our foundation.

Bill's estimate was cost-effective compared to other companies we consulted, and work began just a week after we put down our deposit. His team promptly and safely removed five large trees from our property and ground the stumps and roots for complete removal. They also installed irrigation for our half-acre lot and seeded the area to ensure grass growth, even in the semi-shaded spots.

The entire project was incredibly fast, budget-friendly, and exactly what we envisioned. Communication from Green Side Up was consistent, keeping us informed throughout the process. They even accommodated a couple of additional side projects I requested on the spot and provided estimates for that extra work without hesitation.

Overall, I was extremely impressed with the Green Side Up team and highly recommend them to anyone in the Richmond area looking for landscaping services!

Kyle Clements

21:12 25 Oct 24

GSU was quick to respond when requested a bid and quick to schedule work. The crew was amazing! They were polite, kept us informed, and did a great job installing the cobblestone edging on driveway. Thanks, Craig.

Laura Sutherland

13:30 30 Apr 24

GSU did amazing work on my driveway. The team worked well into the evening to complete the project. I was very impressed by their communication and attention to detail. We will definitely use GSU again for future projects.

JeremyandAlicia Wendel

12:08 11 Apr 23

When we moved into our house, the yard had not been maintained for quite some time. In the front of our house, there were nandina that had spread like wildfire. There was a tree stump that had been to about 3-4 feet from the ground and branches had started growing from it. There was another tree that look like it came from a sapling and let grow as it pleased. I took out some holly bushes, but it still needed a lot of work. We hired GSU, they came out, removed everything, planted some plants, and laid sod. It looked amazing!!

When they were grinding the stumps, they accidentally hit the cover to our water meter. However, this was not their fault because whoever marked the utilities did not mark the water meter. They even called the utility company, or whoever gives the ok to grind stumps/dig/etc, and they said everything had been marked and they could proceed. The city came out to replace the water meter cover and I guess they had to dig up whatever was around the water meter and install a new one. When doing this, they did not care what it looked like before or after. They dug up our new sod, placed the new water meter cover, then threw dirt around it. I sent GSU a message with pictures and they came out the next day to fix it. They didn't charge me anything additional. Because of their customer service and quality of work, they have a lifelong customer. I highly recommend using GSU for all your landscape needs.

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Outdoor Living & Hardscape Installations

Wooded outdoor living area with chairs and a fireplace in Virginia

Outdoor Living Installation
Every outdoor living space we install is 100% custom. Providing exact numbers on a website is impossible, BUT we can give the factors that really drive the cost of any installation project. Those factors include material selection, material quantity, size of hardscaped area, topography and what kind of access we have to the site. We combine all these and develop a proposal for work that is entirely personalized to your project. The best way to get a solid project scope is to schedule a time to meet and our sales team will dial in a proposal for you.
- Patio/pathway installations: $5,000 and up
- Retaining walls: $2,000 and up
- Fire pits: $3000 and up
- Outdoor fireplaces: $12,000 and up
- Outdoor kitchens: $8,000 and up
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Our Landscape and Outdoor Living Design Process

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01 | Schedule

Choose a convenient time to meet and fill out a few quick details about the services you're interested in.

02 | Prepare

Watch our short pre-meeting video, think through your budget, and explore our website to make sure we’re the right fit for your project.

03 | Meet

A member of our sales team will meet with you on-site to walk through your goals and explore the best options for your space.

04 | Approve

You’ll receive a detailed proposal within 24 hours. Once you approve it, we get straight to work.

05 | Enjoy

You’ll be connected with a dedicated point of contact who will guide you every step of the way—so you can sit back and enjoy landscaping you’re proud of!

Why Choose GSU for Your Outdoor Living Space?

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Enjoy Additional Living Space

Spending time at home shouldn’t mean staying inside. If you enjoy hosting social gatherings or spending time with friends and family, an outdoor living space can increase the amount of room you have to entertain.
Connect with Nature

A custom outdoor space allows you to experience your beautiful landscaping rather than simply admiring the view. Enjoy the benefits of fresh air, sunshine, and vibrant plants without having to leave your own space for the beauty of nature.
Add Value to Your Home

An outdoor living space can increase both the aesthetic appeal and financial value of your property. Instead of allowing empty spaces in your landscaping to go unused, an outdoor living area makes the most of your property without drastically increasing the amount of maintenance you have to do.

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Residential Properties

Serving homeowners looking for luxury-level lawn care.

Churches & Faith-Based Organizations

Trusted to keep grounds consistently welcoming.

Community Spaces

Proud to keep these valuable spaces green and beautiful.

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Landscape Maintenance

Keep your property looking polished and effortlessly beautiful year-round with our consistent landscape maintenance plans.

Landscaping

Dazzle with a lush, healthy lawn and comprehensive landscaping that matches the beauty of your neighborhood in Richmond or Williamsburg. Explore local landscaping services from Green Side Up.

Hardscaping

See how we can create a stunning custom space based on your ideas and our professional experience in the Richmond and Williamsburg areas.

Lawn Care

Your lawn is a living organism that needs care like any other plant. Our lawn care services in Richmond, VA, and Williamsburg keep your grass healthy and help it complement your outdoor spaces.

Seasonal Cleanups

Seasonal cleanup services for homes, churches, and schools in Virginia. We remove leaves, prune plants, and refresh your property for a clean, healthy start.

Landscape Design

Thoughtful, artfully-planned designs rooted in horticultural science bring beauty and purpose to every inch of your property.

Landscape Installation

From soil to stone, our crews bring your vision to life with craftsmanship, precision, and respect for the land.

Landscape Lighting

Elegant lighting that highlights your landscape’s best features and adds safety after dark.

Outdoor Living

From patios to pergolas, we create refined, functional outdoor spaces that feel like a natural extension of your home.

Paver Installation

We lay every paver with care, creating timeless paths, patios, and driveways that blend beauty and durability.

Sod Installation

Get an instant, lush lawn with professionally-installed sod that’s selected for performance in Central Virginia’s climate.

Top Dressing

Top dressing adds a thin layer of sand or nutrient-rich soil and compost mix to your lawn, improving drainage, reducing thatch, and helping grass grow thicker, greener, and more resilient.