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Hardscape Contractor in Alamo

5.0 on Google · 6 reviews

Alamo properties tend to be larger lots with long driveways, mature oaks and real grade change between the street and the house. Projects here usually combine a hardscape surface with the wall and drainage work that makes it hold up: a driveway that carries daily vehicle weight, a level patio cut into a slope, and water routed away from the pad instead of across it.

Alfonso, owner of Golden Hills Landscape

Alfonso, ownerDoes every Alamo estimate himself · Licensed CA #1118886

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What we see on local properties

  • Expansive clay soil moves with the seasons, so base depth and compaction decide how long a driveway lasts.
  • Long, sloped driveways need correct transitions at the street and the garage so vehicles do not scrape.
  • Heritage oaks mean layouts work around root zones rather than trenching through them.
  • Rear yards with grade change usually need a retaining or seat wall to create one flat, usable area.
  • Winter runoff from uphill lots is intercepted and routed to a legal outlet on the property.
  • Many homeowners pair an entertaining patio with artificial turf or a private putting green in place of a thirsty lawn.

Services that fit this area

What Alamo homeowners ask us for

Coverage

We serve Alamo as part of our Contra Costa County coverage, working from our base in Bay Point. Licensed California contractor #1118886, bonded and insured, English and Spanish.

Nearby: Danville, Blackhawk, Diablo, Walnut Creek.

Reputation

“My wife and I recently hired Golden Hills Landscaping for a fence and retaining wall repair project that ultimately evolved into a complete backyard makeover. We could not be happier with the results. Alonso, the owner, was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. He took our general ideas and turned them into a cohesive, functional outdoor design that beautifully complements our property while staying within our budget. The scope of the project included building a 14' x 17' patio area with a gazebo, installing a pressure-treated wood retaining wall, constructing a patio bench seat, landscaping our hillside, and building steps to provide safe access up our steep hill. The craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout the project were outstanding. Alonso and his team were consistently prompt and professional. Whenever unexpected issues arose, Alonso was transparent and communicated clearly about the situation, available options, and any associated costs. We greatly appreciated his honesty and commitment to delivering the highest quality work. My wife and I are thrilled with our new outdoor living space and look forward to enjoying it for years to come. Our only regret is that we didn't undertake this project 20 years ago when we first moved into our home. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with Alonso and the entire Golden Hills Landscaping team and would highly recommend them to anyone considering an outdoor improvement project.”
Saara ChungGoogle review
“We recently replaced our concrete slab backyard with a stone paver patio at our home on Tanager Drive, and Alonso and his crew were fantastic. His quote was higher than others, but he earned the job by being methodical, available, and clearly capable. From the start he was thoughtful about the approach and helped us think through both design and execution. The project moved quickly and efficiently, and his crew was polite, professional, and detail-oriented. Alonso took initiative to fix small details without being asked, which really showed his pride in the work. One of the biggest value adds was his help with planning. He came with me to shop for stone, offered recommendations, and ultimately improved our original vision. The yard went from concrete to castle. The finished patio looks amazing and is one of our favorite spaces. I strongly recommend Alonso and his crew for any landscaping, yard work, or exterior renovation. Very grateful for his work and would absolutely hire him again.”
Matt KietlinskiGoogle review
“Great work by Alfonso and his team! They did a beautiful job restoring retaining walls and walkways. I appreciated their professionalism at every step of the project: prompt response to my service request, clear plans, staying on schedule, and leaving the site clean. Thank you!”
Georgeta M.Google review
“Had a great experience with Golden Hills Landscape. They installed pavers, irrigation, rocks, and sod in my backyard and did a fantastic job. Super professional, great prep work, and everything was done in a timely manner. Pricing was very fair. The yard looks amazing--would definitely use them again and highly recommend.”
Antwinette T., Vallejo, CA · Yelp
“Viktor listened to my concerns about my cracked driveway and came up with a creative, cost-effective solution that worked perfectly. The team worked tirelessly from morning until night and never skipped a day, staying on schedule and completing the job within the proposed time period. The quality of the work was outstanding--my driveway looks beautiful now, and the entire process was seamless.”
Hana C., Milpitas, CA · Yelp

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Alamo questions

Do you install backyard putting greens or artificial turf?
Yes. We build residential putting greens and synthetic turf lawns on a compacted base with drainage underneath, usually alongside a paver patio, walls and planting.
Are you a landscaping company in Alamo?
Yes. We are a licensed landscape construction contractor (CA #1118886) building full landscaping projects in Alamo: paver and stamped concrete patios, driveways, retaining walls, drainage, irrigation, sod and planting, handled by one owner-led crew.
How much does a landscaping or patio project cost in Alamo?
It depends on the size of the area, slope and access, drainage, soil, how much old concrete or lawn comes out, and the materials you pick. We do not quote from a price list; Alfonso visits, measures and gives you a free written estimate.
Do you work in Alamo?
Yes. Alamo is inside our primary Contra Costa County service area and a straightforward drive from our Bay Point base.
Can you replace a long cracked driveway with pavers?
Yes. We remove the old surface, re-cut and compact the subgrade and build a driveway-rated base before any pavers go down.
Do Alamo projects need a permit?
Some do, particularly work in the public right-of-way or taller retaining walls. We tell you which applies at the estimate, before any work starts.
Can you build around mature oaks?
Yes. We plan the layout and any excavation around root zones and discuss the trade-offs with you on site.

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