Landscaping and Hardscaping in Matthews, NC

Paver Patios

Expand a seating area without losing the lawn or mature planting you want to keep. Our paver patios can connect to a porch or existing slab, with contrasting borders defining the new work. We check the joining levels so the finished surface does not create a lip at the doorway.

CMHA guidance starts at a 4-inch compacted aggregate base for pedestrian paving under ideal conditions. Weak or wet ground needs more preparation; we assess the site before selecting the depth.

Retaining Walls

Our retaining walls turn sloping ground into usable space with blockwork, planted terraces and connected steps. Drainage stone and an outlet behind the structure relieve water pressure. Our design accounts for height, loading and the water route together.

Walkways, Steps and Pool Decks

A permanent route from the driveway to the back gate keeps everyday foot traffic off wet grass. We plan walkway width for the way it will be used, and steps where the ground changes level. Pool decks need suitable wet-foot traction and a clear route around furniture.

Concrete and Gravel

Concrete installation gives paths and pads a solid, continuous surface. Gravel suits informal routes and utility areas; defined edging keeps loose material out of adjoining beds and grass.

Outdoor Living

Build a cooking and gathering area with an outdoor kitchen, pergola or fireplace. Design the counter space and seating together, then add lighting along steps and paths for use after sunset.

Landscape Design and Mulch

Refresh your existing landscape or start a new garden design. We match planting to sunlight, mature size and the space beside windows and paths. Mulch finishes the landscape beds and helps hold soil moisture.

Sod and Artificial Turf

When grass repeatedly thins, establish whether shade, wear or poor ground preparation is the cause before replacing it. Sod provides living grass with watering and establishment needs. Artificial turf is an alternative for selected high-use spaces; our Backyard Renewal photos show it paired with a defined timber edge.

Yard Grading and French Drains

Yard grading changes how surface water moves; a French drain collects subsurface water. Those are different jobs. For a Matthews drainage concern, we assess the source and outlet first, including whether the route involves a public system or private easement.

Land Clearing

Open overgrown parts of your property for a new landscape or equipment access. Identify the trees and established beds you want to retain; we plan the clearing and landscape work around them.

Mowing and Hedge Trimming

Keep your lawn tidy with recurring mowing, shaped hedges and seasonal leaf removal. Tall fescue benefits from a higher summer cut: NC State recommends 3½ inches during June through August.

Aeration, Overseeding and Weed Control

Core aeration opens compacted soil so air and water reach roots. For thin tall-fescue lawns in the Piedmont, September 1–October 1 is NC State’s overseeding window. We coordinate weed control with new seed rather than treating both as unrelated jobs.