Contra Costa County
Hardscape Contractor in Walnut Creek
5.0 on Google · 6 reviewsWalnut Creek yards range from flat mid-century lots near downtown to steeper properties up toward Northgate and the Rossmoor side. The common thread is aging concrete: a lot of the original driveways and walkways are well past their service life. Many projects become full backyard makeovers: replacing failing concrete, terracing a slope with retaining walls and building a paver patio, with the grade corrected at the same time.
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Alfonso, ownerDoes every Walnut Creek estimate himself · Licensed CA #1118886

Our work in Walnut Creek
What started as a fence and retaining wall repair turned into a full backyard rebuild: a 14' x 17' paver patio with a gazebo, a pressure-treated wood retaining wall with a built-in bench seat, replanted hillside and steps that make the steep slope safe to walk.
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What we see on local properties
- Expansive clay soil is common, so base depth and compaction matter more than the surface material.
- Mature oaks and street trees mean layouts often need to work around root zones rather than through them.
- Older driveways frequently slope back toward the garage, which we correct during replacement.
- Hillside properties near the ridge usually need a wall and drainage plan together, not separately.
Services that fit this area

Paver Driveways
A driveway that handles daily vehicle weight and still looks sharp in ten years.

Concrete Driveways & Flatwork
Clean, correctly jointed concrete poured on a base that was prepared properly.

Patios & Walkways
Outdoor space you actually use, laid flat, drained and finished with clean edges.

Retaining Walls
Hold back a slope, gain usable yard, and keep water moving where it should.

Drainage & Grading
Move water away from the house before it turns into a bigger problem.
Coverage
We serve Walnut Creek 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.
Reputation
Customer feedback
5.0 on Google · 6 reviews“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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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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Walnut Creek questions
- Are you a landscaping company or a concrete contractor?
- Both. We are a licensed landscape construction contractor in Walnut Creek: paver and concrete driveways, patios, retaining walls, drainage, irrigation and planting, handled by one owner-led crew.
- Do you work in Walnut Creek regularly?
- Yes. Walnut Creek is inside our primary Contra Costa County service area and a short drive from our Bay Point base.
- Do Walnut Creek projects need a permit?
- Some do, particularly work in the right-of-way or taller retaining walls. We flag it during the estimate.
- Can you replace a cracked concrete driveway with pavers?
- Yes. We remove the old slab, re-cut the subgrade and build a driveway-rated base before any pavers are laid.
- How do you handle HOA requirements?
- We can provide material details and layout information for HOA submittals before work begins.
- Do you handle the whole backyard remodel or just the pavers?
- The whole scope: demolition and haul-off, grading, French drains, retaining walls, paver patio, turf or sod and planting, with one owner-led crew.
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.
