Sacramento Landscape Contractors
Landscape Design & Construction — Built Right the First Time
Sacramento's Landscape Contractor
Professional Landscaping — Design, Build & Install
Stuteville Landscaping is a full-service landscape contractor serving residential and commercial properties across the Sacramento area. We handle every phase of landscape construction in Sacramento — from the initial site visit and soil prep through final cleanup and walkthrough. Whether you need a hardscape contractor for a patio, walkway, or retaining wall, pergola builder, outdoor kitchen, drainage correction, or turf and sod installation, we build it in-house with our own crew.
We are not a landscape maintenance company. We do not mow lawns, pull weeds on a schedule, or repair sprinklers. What we do is build — and we build it right the first time. Every project starts with a site visit, a written estimate with an itemized breakdown, and clear communication about scope of work, timeline, and materials. The price we quote is the price you pay unless you request a change order.
Stuteville Landscaping holds an active C-27 Landscaping Contractor license through the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) and is fully bonded and insured. Our family-owned team uses quality materials on every job — no cheap substitutions that fail early — and we take on the large-scale projects other Sacramento landscape contractors walk away from, including complete front and backyard overhauls that run $500,000 and up.
Facts About Stuteville Landscaping in Sacramento
Here is what a Sacramento homeowner can verify about Stuteville Landscaping before requesting an estimate.
- Stuteville Landscaping is a C-27 licensed landscape contractor that designs and builds with its own crews rather than handing construction to a separate company.
- Stuteville Landscaping builds hardscape, drainage and grading, landscape installation, pergolas and patio covers, outdoor kitchens, outdoor fireplaces and fire features, and complete backyard renovations.
- Cousins Mike Franklin and Eric Stuteville founded Stuteville Landscaping on April 4, 2022, and the company carries construction knowledge passed down through three generations of the family.
- Every Stuteville Landscaping project starts with a free on-site visit and is followed by a written, itemized estimate covering materials, labor, permits and timeline, and any later change is documented as a formal change order with updated pricing before the additional work begins.
- Stuteville Landscaping installs every drainage line in white PVC pipe and does not install corrugated pipe.
- Stuteville Landscaping serves Sacramento, Fair Oaks, Carmichael, Arden-Arcade, Citrus Heights, North Highlands and West Sacramento.
- Stuteville Landscaping is a design and construction company and does not offer weekly landscape maintenance, seasonal cleanup, lawn mowing or sprinkler repair.
What We Build
Landscape Design & Construction Services
Hardscape Construction
Patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls, steps, and landings. We handle the full scope of work from grading and soil prep through final paver or concrete placement — built on properly compacted bases with quality materials that hold up to Sacramento heat and clay soils.
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Drainage & Grading
French drains, channel drains, grading corrections, and complete drainage solutions. We only use white PVC pipe — never corrugated — and fix the root cause of standing water, runoff, and dry spots so the problem stays solved.
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Landscape Installation
Sod and turf installation, new installs and replacements, leveling, prep, plant selection, tree planting, shrubs, mulch, weed barrier, and complete softscape. We handle turf replacement, drought tolerant landscape designs, and water-wise landscaping with proper irrigation efficiency.
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Pergolas & Patio Covers
Custom pergola design and construction — louvered pergolas, attached and freestanding structures, and patio covers. Every build is engineered for Sacramento weather and anchored to last, with a written estimate and clear timeline before we start.
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Outdoor Kitchens
Full outdoor kitchen design and build — built-in grills, stone countertops, bars, pizza ovens, and complete cooking spaces. We manage every phase of the project from site visit through final cleanup, including gas, electrical, and plumbing coordination.
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Outdoor Fireplaces & Fire Pits
Custom stone fireplaces, fire pits, fire bowls, and gas fire features designed to extend your outdoor living season. Each fire feature is built with premium materials and integrated into your overall landscape design.
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Backyard Design & Renovation
Complete backyard renovation and front yard landscaping — from concept through construction. We combine hardscape, planting, outdoor lighting, landscape lighting, irrigation, and drainage into a single coordinated project with one crew and one timeline.
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Why Stuteville
What Sets Us Apart from Other Sacramento Landscape Contractors
Hiring a landscape contractor in Sacramento should not feel like a gamble. Too many homeowners have been burned by low-ball bids that balloon once the work starts, cheap materials that crack or shift within a few years, or contractors who disappear mid-project. We built our business to be the opposite of that.
Honest, Itemized Pricing
Every project gets a written, itemized estimate — not a vague number on the back of a business card. The estimate price is the final price. We do not under-bid and then hit you with change orders. If you request a change, we document it formally with updated pricing before any additional work begins.
Quality Materials Only
We use premium materials on every project — pavers, stone, concrete, PVC drainage pipe, sod, plants, mulch, and weed barrier. Some contractors cut costs with cheap substitutions that fail within a few seasons. We select every material for Sacramento's climate, soil conditions, and long-term workmanship.
Large-Scale Project Specialists
We take on the projects other contractors walk away from — complete front and backyard overhauls combining hardscape, drainage, landscape installation, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, and irrigation into a single coordinated build. Projects exceeding $500,000 get the same project management and cleanup standards as a single-patio install.
Full Scope
Residential & Commercial Landscaping in Sacramento
Whether you are a homeowner planning a backyard renovation, a front yard landscaping update, or a commercial property owner looking to improve curb appeal, we handle the full scope of work. Our residential landscaping projects range from single-feature installations like a paver patio or retaining wall to complete property transformations. Our commercial landscaping projects include new installs, replacements, property cleanup, and full site construction.
Every project includes grading and leveling where needed, proper soil prep, drainage evaluation, and material selection matched to Sacramento's climate. We install drought tolerant landscape designs using heat-tolerant plants, water-wise landscaping, and turf alternatives that reduce your water bill and eliminate runoff. For properties that need traditional turf and sod, we handle the full process — prep, leveling, installation, and irrigation setup.
Our Process
How Every Sacramento Landscape Project Works
Site Visit
We walk your property with you to understand what you want built, discuss the scope of work, and identify any grading, drainage, or soil prep needs before we price anything.
Written Estimate
You receive an itemized estimate that breaks down every line item — materials, labor, permits, and timeline. No vague allowances, no surprise change orders. The number we quote is the number you pay unless you request changes.
Construction
Our crew handles everything from property cleanup and demolition through final grading and installation. We manage the full project — permits, scheduling, material delivery, and daily cleanup standards — so you have one point of contact from start to finish.
Final Walkthrough
We walk the finished project with you to confirm every detail matches the scope of work. Nothing is considered complete until you sign off.
C-27 Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Stuteville Landscaping holds an active C-27 Landscaping Contractor license through the Contractors State License Board (CSLB). We carry full insurance and are bonded — meaning your property and your investment are protected from the first day of work through project completion.
Before hiring any landscape contractor in Sacramento, we encourage you to verify their CSLB license status, insurance, and bonds. A licensed contractor is required to carry workers' compensation, maintain a contractor bond, and meet California landscape contractors license requirements. If a contractor cannot provide this documentation, walk away.
Sacramento Landscape Contractor FAQ
Still have questions?
Our team is ready to help you plan your next project. Reach out for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Ready to Build Something That Lasts?
Call to talk through your project, or request your free on-site visit in writing through the contact form. Either way we walk the property with you and follow up with a written, itemized estimate covering materials, labor, permits and timeline.
Call (916) 257-0735