Phoenix
Metropolitan Area's #1 Landscape Contractor
Transforming Phoenix landscapes with expert design, sustainable hardscapes, and water-smart solutions tailored to the desert environment.
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Comprehensive Residential Landscaping Services in the Phoenix Metro Area
We are a family-run landscape design and build company based in Gilbert, and for more than 30 years we have designed and built residential yards across the Phoenix metro and East Valley. One company handles your whole backyard under one roof, from the first design to the finished install, so nothing gets lost between a designer and a crew.
Everything starts with a free consultation and a custom 3D design, then a detailed estimate. Our landscape architect looks at how your yard drains, how the sun moves across it, and how you want to use the space. We plan desert-friendly plantings and trees, softscape, decomposed granite, and drip irrigation that fits Arizona’s dry climate.
We design low-maintenance yards on purpose. The right plants, sensible irrigation, and clean grading mean less watering and less fuss for you over the years. We are licensed, bonded, and insured, we hold an A+ rating with the BBB, and across the East Valley we show up on time and do what we say.
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Custom Softscaping Solutions for a Lush, Vibrant Yard
Good softscape is what makes a desert yard feel alive, and it is one of the parts of a Phoenix metro backyard we enjoy most. Our landscape architect designs layered plantings using drought-tolerant plants, ornamental grasses, and native flowering shrubs that hold color and texture through the seasons while keeping water use sensible in our climate.
We choose each plant for its mature size, growth habit, and how it will look next to your home and hardscape, so the yard still makes sense years from now, not just on planting day. Thoughtful placement, proper soil prep, and well-planned drip irrigation zones keep upkeep low. The result is a full, welcoming yard across the East Valley that gives you real focal points without asking for constant attention.
Durable Synthetic Turf Installation for Low-Maintenance Lawns
Natural grass has a hard time with Phoenix heat and water limits, so artificial turf is a practical way to keep a green lawn year round without the watering and mowing. We install turf built for Arizona conditions, with UV-resistant fibers and infill chosen to hold up to real desert sun and daily use.
The work that matters is under the surface. Every East Valley turf install we do starts with a properly graded and compacted base, secured edges, and clean seams, so the lawn drains well, sits flat, and stays put for the long run.
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Keeping artificial turf looking its best is simple homeowner care, an occasional brushing and clearing off leaves or debris. There is no ongoing service to buy from us, and we design the yard to stay easy that way. We back our work with a solid warranty on the materials and our installation, so your turf keeps delivering for years across the Phoenix metro.
Expert Landscape Construction to Enhance Your Home
A lot of Phoenix metro homeowners come to us picturing the kind of backyard they have seen at a Southwest resort. Our job is to take that picture and turn it into a real, buildable design for your own property, one we can design and construct start to finish under one roof.
That can mean a pool with a natural-stone water feature, an outdoor kitchen, a fire feature, or a shaded pergola or cabana for entertaining. We balance how the space works day to day with how it looks, and we pair it with desert-friendly plantings and hardscape materials that stand up to Arizona’s climate across the East Valley.
With our landscape architect guiding the plan and one crew building it, the finished yard holds together instead of feeling like separate pieces bolted on. You get a backyard that fits your home, stays reasonable to maintain, and gives you somewhere to enjoy year round.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about our residential landscaping services? Find answers to the most common inquiries below.
Do You Offer Free Initial Consultations for Landscape Design Projects?
Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations for all landscape design projects. We’ll conduct thorough on-site evaluations to assess your property’s unique characteristics, drainage patterns, soil conditions, and spatial requirements. Our licensed landscape architect will discuss your design vision, functional needs, and budget parameters during this no-obligation consultation. We’ll analyze site constraints, present preliminary concepts, and outline the project scope to ensure we’re aligned before moving forward with detailed design.
Are You Licensed, Bonded, and Insured as a Landscape Contractor?
Yes, we’re fully licensed, bonded, and insured as professional landscape contractors. Our thorough credentialing guarantees complete project protection and regulatory compliance for every installation we execute. We maintain current licensing through the appropriate state authorities, carry extensive bonding for financial security, and maintain extensive insurance coverage protecting both our crews and your property throughout the construction phases. These credentials demonstrate our commitment to delivering professionally managed landscape projects with complete accountability and risk mitigation.
How long does a typical project take?
Timelines depend on the scope and design of your project. We’ll give you a clear schedule up front and coordinate every phase, so you always know what to expect from concept to completion.
Do You Provide Workmanship Warranties on Your Landscape Construction Work?
Yes, we provide thorough workmanship warranties on all landscape construction projects. Our warranty coverage guarantees that structural integrity, proper installation techniques, and material performance standards are maintained throughout the specified warranty period. We stand behind our craftsmanship with a guarantee of quality that covers hardscape installations, irrigation systems, grading work, and plantings. This warranty protection reflects our commitment to delivering durable, professionally executed landscapes that meet rigorous construction standards and provide long-term value for your investment.
Can You Provide On-Site Estimates for Homes?
Yes, we provide extensive on-site estimates for residential properties throughout the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. Our licensed landscape architect conducts detailed property evaluations directly at your home, assessing site conditions, drainage patterns, soil composition, and spatial requirements. We analyze your project’s scope, material specifications, and design parameters to deliver accurate pricing. These thorough assessments ensure we understand your property’s unique characteristics and can provide precise cost projections for your landscape construction investment.
Wondering About Cost?
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What our customers say about our front yards
Dream Retreats designed and remodeled our yard 5 years ago. They completely redid the backyard and extensively upgraded the front yard, driveway and side yard. We were thrilled with the results when they finished their work and remain so today. We had a small issue with some ground settling a year or so after the job was finished, but came right out and fixed it. Otherwise, we have had zero issue and absolutely love our yard.
I used Dream Retreats for a big front and back yard renovation this year, and quite simply they far exceeded my expectations! More importantly, in a market that is unfortunately littered with unscrupulous actors and incompetence, Todd and his team showed the highest level of INTEGRITY, HONESTY, PROFESSIONALISM, and EXPERTISE throughout the entire experience.
From the design phase that blew us away, to his team of laborers who kept waking us up at 6:30am and then worked 12 hours a day in the hot AZ May sun, to the constant follow up on product deliveries, we were in sync and in the loop at all times. Of course issues came up during install, and Todd rolled with the punches and came up with solutions that kept the project on time and on budget.
I literally could not recommend Todd and his team more, and I would give ten stars out of five if I could!
We had the best experience with Dream Retreats. My husband and I have been involved with several construction projects before and always hate the contractors by the time the project is done. But Dream Retreats was different right from the start all the way to the end of the project. They were professional, excellent communicators and never pressured us to "upgrade" anything we didn't want too. I think that was the best part, that Todd really helped us tailor our needs and was always honest with his opinion. Along with Todd, all his subs were also fantastic and every timely and efficient with their work. The project started and ended on time and exactly on budget! Sonny is an excellent designer and he was the only one who ( out several designers we interviewed) truly listened and got our vision. There was sales pitch, just delivering exactly what the customer wants!
High Recommend them and we are planning on using them again for our front yard! You won't go wrong with Dream Retreats!
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