Front and Backyard Makeovers for East Bay Homes
The jobs homeowners tell us they are happiest with are the ones where everything is rebuilt together: the patio, the walls, the steps, the planting, the lighting and the irrigation. Doing it as one plan costs less than piecing it together over years, and the details — sleeves, drains, edges — are handled the right way the first time.
Licensed #1118886 · Bonded and insured · English and Spanish
Projects we take on
- Complete backyard makeovers with patio, walls and planting
- Front yard conversions from lawn to hardscape and beds
- Hillside yards turned into usable terraces
- Outdated yards rebuilt: demolition, grade correction and new construction
- Phased projects, planned up front and built in stages
Materials and finishes
- • Pavers, concrete and natural stone surfaces
- • Block, timber and stone segmental retaining walls
- • Drought-tolerant planting, sod and decorative rock
- • Low-voltage lighting and drip or spray irrigation
How the work goes
- 01Walk the propertyAlonso visits, listens to how you want to use the yard, and notes grade, drainage, access and what stays.
- 02Design the whole spaceWe lay out hardscape, planting, lighting and irrigation as one plan, with material options and patterns to look at.
- 03Written estimateYou get the full scope in writing, priced per phase, so you can build everything or stage it.
- 04Build in the right orderDemolition, underground work and drainage come first, then hardscape, then planting and lighting.
- 05Final walkthroughWe walk the finished yard with you, test every zone and light, and go over care.
Preparation, drainage and durability
A full renovation only lasts if the layers under it are right. Every phase we build starts with the base, the grade and the drainage, which is why we sequence demolition and underground work before anything visible goes in.
Why hire Golden Hills
- More than 20 years of hands-on experience
- Licensed California contractor #1118886
- Bonded and insured, owner-led crews
- Clear written estimates before work starts
- Organized job sites and full cleanup
- English and Spanish communication
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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Full Yard Renovations questions we get
- Can we do the project in phases?
- Yes. We plan the whole space up front and price it by phase, so you can build what you can now and add the rest later without redoing work.
- Do you do the planting and lighting too?
- Yes. Planting, irrigation and low-voltage lighting are part of our makeovers, so the whole yard is finished by one licensed crew.
- How long does a full makeover take?
- It depends on the size, the amount of demolition and the access. We give you the schedule in writing with the estimate and keep you updated as each phase moves.
- Can you work around plants or features we want to keep?
- Yes. We plan the layout around what you want to keep and protect it during construction.
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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.