Contra Costa County
Hardscape Contractor in San Ramon
San Ramon is mostly newer construction on compact, builder-graded lots. The yards are workable but rarely finished: bare side yards, a slab where a patio should be, and grading that pushes water to one corner. Most projects here turn an unfinished builder yard into usable outdoor space in one pass.
What we see on local properties
- Builder grading commonly sends runoff to a single low corner that needs a defined drain path.
- Compact yards benefit from planning hardscape, planting and irrigation together rather than in stages.
- Side yards are natural candidates for combined walkway and drainage work.
- Newer developments often have architectural guidelines for materials and fencing.
- Hot summers make correct irrigation zoning worth the attention.
Services that fit this area
Patios & Walkways
Outdoor space you actually use, laid flat, drained and finished with clean edges.
Full Yard Renovations
One crew, one plan — hardscape, planting, lighting and irrigation rebuilt together.
Drainage & Grading
Move water away from the house before it turns into a bigger problem.
Irrigation Systems
Water the plants, not the sidewalk — with zones that match how your yard is planted.
Coverage
We serve San Ramon 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, Pleasanton.
Reputation
Customer feedback
“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 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.”
“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.”
“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.”
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San Ramon questions
- Do you serve San Ramon?
- Yes, San Ramon is inside our primary Contra Costa County service area.
- Can you finish a bare builder backyard?
- Yes. Grading, hardscape, drainage, irrigation and planting can be done in one sequence with one crew.
- Can you fix a yard that holds water?
- Usually. We look at where the water starts, correct the grade and route it to a legal outlet.
- Do you provide information for HOA approval?
- Yes, including layout details and material samples for architectural review.
Ready to Improve Your Outdoor Space?
Whether you’re planning a new driveway, patio, walkway, retaining wall, drainage system or complete outdoor renovation, Golden Hills can help you understand the right next step.