hen you think of landscaping, what comes to mind? Scenes of giant topiary? Jack Nicholson wandering through a haunted hedge maze? Well, you’re not wrong, but it doesn’t have to be that complicated. Landscaping is a service any home can benefit from, whether its a property with an inground pool or a row house with a postage stamp yard.
Landscaping is too often pushed to the back burner when it comes to home maintenance projects, but it should never be overlooked. It’s a simple way to improve the curb appeal of a home, raising the dollar value of your property and your neighborhood as a whole. But, even if you know you’ll never sell your home, landscaping has its benefits. Studies have shown that being in green spaces makes us live longer, happier lives, meaning you’ll get to spend more time in the house and community you love.
So, bring landscaping forward on your to-do list and let these six businesses help make you the yard of your dreams!
1. Local Roots Landscaping
412-977-4616 | 6101 Penn Ave #201, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 | localrootslandscaping.com
Local Roots was founded by Kenneth and Patrick, two Pittsburgh natives, in 2014. They set out with a mission of "cultivating beautiful communities in Pittsburgh from the outside in by creating a culture that fosters personal growth and community vitality while delivering World Class Landscape Services” and have found resounding success.
Both Kenneth and Patrick have 10 years of landscaping experiences under their tool belts. They are also committed to helping other Pittsburgh businesses, choosing to purchase their supplies from local small businesses all while ensuring their clients are provided with high quality materials.
When it comes to landscaping, these guys can handle:
- Landscape design and installation
- Planting
- Decorative garden beds
- Mature tree and sod installation
- Spring and Fall cleaning
- Creating outdoor living spaces like patios, pools, and kitchens
- Land management
- Mulching
- Drainage
- Excavation
- Lighting, carpentry, and irrigation
Review Spotlight
Google Reviews user Nicole Tyson commented on Local Roots, saying, “We reached out to local roots for help with landscaping, sod placement, and drainage. It was a big job and they did not disappoint. They are truly the nicest and hardest working guys we have met… Will and his crew were polite and always gave us an end of the day update. Getting this update was extremely nice because we were always clear where they were in the project… I would highly recommend this company. We will be asking for their services again in the future.”
2. Honest Renovators
412-212-6534 (call or text) | kayla@honestrenovators.com | honestrenovators.com
If you’re in the market for true Yinzers, the kind of guys who’ll quote Pittsburgh Dad, wipe their hands on a trusty Terrible Towel, and complain about the traffic on Penn Ave. in the same breath, well then look no further. They’re basically like if your Uncle Ron had the expertise of a master gardener, contractor, renovator, and handyman.
Honest Renovators is the go-to business for any and all indoor/outdoor services in the Burgh. They know how pricey landscaping services can be in this day and age, but they promise not to break your bank. They’ll leave your property looking better than you ever could have imagined for a fraction of the price you feared.
Honest Renovators will go above and beyond your landscaping expectations when it comes to:
- Lawn care
- Property design
- Leaf pickup
- Tree and shrub trimming
- Mulching
- Drainage
- Seeding
- Basically, any project or job you could ever need to fix up your house
Review Spotlight
Fling ling on Google Reviews was generous enough to write, “Excellent work with a focus on quality. That is what you get when you hire Honest Renovators. The staff is very knowledgeable, will answer all of your questions and keep you informed during the construction process.. I was thoroughly impressed with them all.”
3. Steel City Landscape
412-635-7126 | 383 Rochester Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 | Info@steelcitylandscape.com | steelcitylandscape.com
Since 1997, Steel City Landscape has been providing Southwestern PA with stellar landscaping services. They are a fully insured business with a commitment to being professional and reliable. Steel City also has a goal of using eco-friendly products on their projects, like organic weed killer, propane based lawn mowers, and organic sealing compounds. By promoting eco-friendly lawn care, Steel City is not only looking out for your yard, but our community as a whole.
You can get a free estimate for your project by filling out a form on their website. Their expertise includes:
- Lawn and bed maintenance
- Spring and Fall leaf pickup
- Mulching and edging
- Tree and shrub care
- Lawn treatment
- Retaining wall installation
- Patios, pavers, walkways, driveways
- Outdoor living spaces
- Fire pits
- French drains
- Landscape installation and planting
- Snow removal
Review Spotlight
Stephanie Kearney on Google Reviews said, “We were very impressed with the work Steel City did at our house - these guys worked so hard and took great care to make sure everything was done properly and carefully - even cleaning off our neighbor's driveway after mulching. So thoughtful and always checking to make sure we were happy with the progress. Can't recommend these guys enough.”
4. Zalars LLC, Landscaping, Pittsburgh PA
412-848-5889 | 5532 Hacienda Drive Pittsburgh, PA, 15236 | zalarsllc@gmail.com | zalarsllc.squarespace.com
Zalars LLC is owned and operated by the titular Matthew Zalar. Matthew and his team have been working to improve the yards of Pittsburgh and the surrounding area since 2005. Zalars LLC works to meet your budget while always providing high quality, masterful work.
This business services Baldwin, Whitehall, Brentwood, Castle Shannon, Bethel Park, Upper St. Clair, Jefferson Hills, West Mifflin, Dravosburg, Elizabeth, Pleasant Hills, Pittsburgh, Mt. Washington, Brookline and all of the South Hills.
If you live in any of these areas, they can give you a hand when it comes to:
- Grass cutting
- Poison ivy removal
- Mulching
- Tree and shrub installation
- Bed creation
- Concrete
- Pavers and retaining walls
- Outdoor living areas
- Hydroseeding
- Fall and Spring pickup
- Snow and ice management
- Bulk material sales
Review Spotlight
An Angie’s List user wrote, “Stop your search...call Zalar's. Our highest compliment is they treated our lawn as if it were their own… The ground was prepared and seeded, weeds and old shrubs removed, all beds were mulched, beautiful new shrubs were planted, and a very, very heavy lawn ornament was picked-up and installed. Beyond the very fair, highly competitive price, Adam and Eric proved to be highly skilled craftsmen… The smallest detail did not escape their attention. Zalar's has our unqualified endorsement.”
5. Gardenalia
412-871-5455 | 1032 Winterton St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 | gardenaliapgh.com
Gardenalia began in 2002 as a garden boutique, but soon expanded their services to cover the creation and maintenance of eco-friendly green spaces in Pittsburgh. Their goal is to provide service that will aid in establishing sustainable gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas using holistic approaches. Gardenalia prides itself on being respectful and professionalism, going so far as to remain an ongoing resource for their clients on how to improve their property once the job is done.
Gardenalia has a variety of services to offer, including:
- Landscape design and architecture
- Landscape construction
- Maintenance/Gardening
- Planting
- Container and edible gardening
- Irrigation
- Stormwater management
- Hardscaping
- Lighting
- Consulting
- Holiday decor
- Snow removal
Review Spotlight
Lisa Todd on Google Reviews praised Gardenalia with this note: “This is the very best full service landscaping business in Pittsburgh.we have hired them for a number of years and they never disappoint. I'm a picky Master Gardener, and these folks are the top of the crop.”
6. Ez Landscaping
412-841-2062 | 212 Soose Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15209 | ezpgh.com
Ez Landscaping is an Angie’s List certified business that promises to provide high quality landscaping services all across Pittsburgh. Since 2013 they have gained a reputation for being trustworthy, professional, and considerate and are well known for helping Pittsburghers out when it comes to all their decorative or functional landscaping needs.
Ez Landscaping provides free estimates and is ready to help you with any outdoor job you may have, such as:
- Yard maintenance
- Leaf cleanup
- Mulching
- Lawncare
- Weed control
- French drains
- Snow removal
- Gutter cleaning
- Walls and pavers
Review Spotlight
User Tamara Bostedo took the time to give Ez Landscaping a write up, saying, “Ed and his team do wonderful work. We have used them multiple times. He is dependable and professional. He works side by side with his team to ensure the work is done quickly and with the highest standards.”
7. Zingrone Landscaping
412-668-5147 | 441 Rosewood Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15236 | zingrone.com
Zingrone Landscaping has been serving residential and commercial clients across the greater Pittsburgh area for over 30 years. With decades of experience and a skilled team, they take on projects of all sizes—from routine lawn care to full-scale landscape design and construction.
Known for using high-quality materials and modern techniques, Zingrone delivers outdoor spaces that are both functional and visually appealing. Whether you're starting from scratch or improving an existing landscape, they’ll work with you to bring your vision to life.
From lawn care to custom builds, here’s what they handle:
Landscaping
- Design and installation
- Retaining walls (construction and repair)
- Patios, pavers, and hardscaping
- Concrete work
- Water features
- French drains
- Bobcat service
Tree Services
- Tree removal
- Tree trimming
Lawn Care
- Lawn mowing
- Seasonal cleanups
- Mulching
- Leaf removal
- Snow removal
Review Spotlight:
Melissa shared her experience on Angi's List:
“We have been using Zingrone for about 3 or so years now. We love Joe and his team! They do excellent work. We have had them complete landscaping, including felling some trees, as well as fixing retaining walls. We are always happy with their services.”
8. Rick Page Quality Landscaping
412-385-4863 | 6829 Tunnelview Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 | rickpagelandscaping.com
Rick Page Quality Landscaping has been serving the Pittsburgh area for over 35 years, offering reliable landscaping services at fair prices. Family-owned and fully licensed, the company is known for combining long-standing expertise with a strong commitment to quality.
Their work covers a wide range of outdoor projects—from custom stonework to full yard transformations. Whether you're looking to install a new patio, create a water feature, or clear land for planting, Rick Page and his team bring hands-on experience and attention to detail to every job.
Here’s how Rick Page Quality Landscaping can help with your yard:
- Stonework: patios, walkways, steps, and retaining walls
- Waterscapes: artificial ponds, waterfalls, water gardens, and French drains
- Planting: trees, shrubs, and ground covers
- Lawn and ground prep: seeding, sodding, and mulching
- Tree services: planting, pruning, removal, land clearing, grubbing, and hauling
Review Spotlight:
Mike shared this feedback on Yelp:
“We hired Rick Page to install 500 square feet of grass block pavers on a vehicle easement used by 4 property owners. Rick was easy to work with and a good communicator. The work was done quickly, and the pavers look great!”
9. Pristine Green Solutions
321-263-1906 | pristinegreensolutions.com
Pristine Green Solutions provides dependable landscaping and lawn care services designed to keep your outdoor spaces looking sharp year-round. Locally owned and focused on quality, they offer routine maintenance and custom landscaping with a strong emphasis on client satisfaction.
From weekly mowing to full-service landscape design, the team at Pristine Green Solutions works with homeowners to create clean, functional yards that are easy to maintain and built to impress.
Here’s how Pristine Green Solutions transforms your lawn:
- Lawn mowing and trimming
- Seasonal cleanups
- Landscape design and installation
- Mulching and edging
- Shrub and plant maintenance
Review Spotlight
Karen shared her experience on Facebook:
“They did an awesome job in my yard with clearing out lots of weeds & some shrubs! I would highly recommend them if you are in need of getting some landscaping work done! I cannot even begin to tell you how pleased I am! Bravo to the three men who did such an amazing job & completed the work in 2 hours to perfection!”
10. Kuhndog Excavating
724-994-9124
With over 20 years of experience, Kuhndog Excavating handles residential and commercial excavation work with efficiency, reliability, and clear communication. Owned and operated by Ashton Kuhn, the company is known for fair pricing, fast turnarounds, and high-quality workmanship on every job—no matter the size.
From site prep and land clearing to septic systems and foundations, Kuhndog Excavating brings the right tools and expertise to get outdoor projects done right the first time.
Here’s what Kuhndog Excavating can handle for your project:
- Land clearing and grading
- Sewer line and septic system installation
- Drainage systems
- Excavation for foundations
- Landscaping prep and heavy-duty site work
Review Spotlight
Ethan shared this feedback on Facebook:
“Definitely recommend for any digging job big or small—you name it, he can do it.”
11. Yard Chefs
412-443-1327 | 4134 Dickey Rd Gibsonia, PA 15044 | yardchefs@gmail.com | theyardchefs.com
Yard Chefs is a Pittsburgh-based landscaping company known for detailed, high-quality work on both residential and commercial properties. From compact city yards to large outdoor spaces, their team brings skill, creativity, and care to every project.
They focus on building strong client relationships and tailoring each design to fit the homeowner’s vision and style. Whether you're looking to refresh a small lawn or overhaul a full landscape, Yard Chefs works to create outdoor spaces that are both beautiful and practical.
A breakdown of Kuhndog Excavating’s excavation services:
- Landscape design and maintenance
- Planting and garden bed installations
- Hardscaping and outdoor features
- Lawn care and seasonal cleanups
- Custom yard projects based on your style and needs
Review Spotlight
Tim shared this feedback on their website:
“The Yard Chefs can pretty much do anything. I have them booked every year for mulching in the spring and clean up services in the fall. Chef’s are goated.”
12. Lawns & Beyond Landscaping
724-614-4904 | 1441 S Broadway Ave Ellwood City, PA 16117 | lawnsbeyondlandscaping@gmail.com | lawnsandbeyondlandscaping.com
Lawns & Beyond Landscaping specializes in eye-catching landscape and hardscape design across Cranberry Township, Grove City, New Castle, and nearby areas. From patio pavers to retaining walls, they help homeowners create functional, stylish outdoor spaces that last.
Their hardscaping services aren’t just for looks—they also help reduce erosion and make your yard more usable year-round. With a wide selection of stone colors and patterns available, every design is tailored to match your home’s existing aesthetic.
Lawns & Beyond offers a full range of landscaping, hardscaping, and design services for residential properties, including:
- Landscape & Hardscape Design
- Custom landscape design
- Greenscape planning
- Patio and deck design
- Walkway and driveway installation
- Retaining walls, and fire pits
- Landscape Construction & Installation
- Irrigation systems
- Grading and regrading
- Exterior and interior wall construction
- Sod installation, and earthmoving
- Tree & Shrub Services
- Tree planting
- Transplanting, removal, cabling, bracing, and general tree care
- Shrub planting, care, and transplanting
- Lawn & Property Maintenance
- Lawn care, landscape maintenance, and ongoing upkeep
Review Spotlight
Anthony shared this feedback on their website:
“Michael and team did it all. We purchased this home last year and it had been let go. Lawns & Beyond has done everything from retaining walls and boulder walls (design and execution) to a paver walkway and fire pit. They regraded the landscape and planted sod, built a stone staircase in the front of the house and designed landscaping among other things. Very responsive, good creativity, a fair price and flexible. Highly recommend.”
So, the next time you’re in need of any landscaping, be it a mowed lawn or a full makeover, we hope you’ll give Honest Renovators or one of these great Pittsburgh companies a shot. By the end, your yard will be as lush as Phipps and as green as Heinz field.
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