Transform your outdoor spaces with professional hardscaping and landscape design. From stunning paver patios and walkways to complete front entrance redesigns, backyard living areas, and driveway improvements, our verified local contractors create beautiful, functional outdoor spaces that enhance your home's value and curb appeal. Get matched with trusted hardscape professionals, compare quotes, and invest in quality outdoor living.
Service areas in Pickering:
Understanding Pickering's unique climate and hardscaping requirements
Pickering's proximity to Lake Ontario creates unique landscaping challenges. The lake generates constant moisture, salt-laden air, intense wind patterns, and variable humidity that affect plant selection, soil conditions, and landscape maintenance needs.
Waterfront Homes
Bay Ridges, Amberlea, West Shore
Inland Areas
Liverpool, Glenanna, Pickering Village
Pickering experiences brutal freeze-thaw cycles. Temperatures fluctuate rapidly, causing stress on perennials and shrubs.
Impact: Plants need winter hardiness. Root damage from frost heave. Protect sensitive plants from salt spray.
Rapid snowmelt and increased rainfall test drainage. This is planting season for trees, shrubs, and perennials.
Impact: Plants establish well. Wet conditions require proper grading and drainage. Prune winter-damaged growth.
UV rays intensify, heat stress affects plants. High humidity creates fungal issues if watering is improper.
Impact: Regular watering critical. Monitor for pests and disease. Deadhead flowers for continued blooms.
Leaf cleanup important for lawn health. Preparation for harsh winter ahead with mulching and pruning.
Impact: Fall is second best planting season. Plant spring bulbs. Mulch perennial beds for winter protection.
Over the last 3 years, Pickering homeowners are investing in native plants and quality hardscaping. The trend is clear: climate-adapted landscapes thrive and require less maintenance.
Most Popular Choice
Examples: Serviceberry, dogwood, junipers, coneflowers, black-eyed Susans
Popular Choice
💡 Pro Tip:
Choose materials that handle Pickering's freeze-thaw cycles. Stone and permeable pavers are popular.
Investment: $5,000-15,000+ | Lifespan: 20+ years
Not Recommended
Better to invest in proven plants that thrive.
We don't just accept any contractor. Every pro on our platform goes through rigorous vetting to ensure you're working with the best.
All contractors verified for proper licensing, insurance, and clean background checks. No exceptions.
We contact past customers directly to verify quality of work and satisfaction. If complaints arise, contractors are removed immediately.
We review completed projects, photo documentation, and work quality. Only contractors with proven track records qualify.
We visit active job sites to assess professionalism, workmanship, and attention to detail. Cleanliness and safety matter.
Contractors are continuously monitored. New complaints or poor reviews result in immediate removal from our platform.
Every review is from real customers who completed real projects. No fake reviews. No manipulation.
How We're Different From Other Platforms:
❌ Other Platforms
✓ Contractor-Finder
💡 Why This Matters: When you get matched with a contractor through Contractor-Finder, you're getting someone we've personally vetted and stand behind. That's why our customers rate us 4.9/5 stars and feel confident with their choice.
Professional outdoor spaces that last
Create stunning curb appeal with paver walkways, stone steps, and planting beds that welcome guests.
Professional paver driveways, driveway edging, and upgraded entrance features that increase home value.
Custom paver installations for outdoor living spaces, from intimate seating areas to large entertainment patios.
Structural and decorative retaining walls, stone steps, and terracing for sloped yards.
Native plantings, perennial gardens, and shrub installations that complement your hardscaping.
Landscape lighting, water features, and built-in seating to enhance your outdoor living areas.
Simple 4-step process to find your perfect contractor
Real answers about landscaping in Pickering
Permeable pavers: Excellent for drainage in Pickering's wet spring/fall. Allow water to filter through, reducing flooding issues.
Interlocking pavers: Most popular choice. Durable, freeze-thaw resistant, available in many colors and patterns.
Natural stone: Premium option. Granite and limestone handle Pickering's climate well but require proper installation and sealing.
Small walkway (10-20 sq ft): $2,000-3,500
Patio (200-400 sq ft): $4,000-8,000
Driveway (800-1200 sq ft): $8,000-15,000
Front entrance redesign: $3,000-7,000 depending on scope
Prices vary based on material quality, complexity, and site conditions.
Spring (April-June): Best season. Ground thaws, weather is stable, contractor availability is good.
Fall (Sept-Oct): Second best. Cooler temps prevent material shifting. Must finish before freeze.
Summer: Possible but hot weather can affect paving materials. Book early as contractors are busy.
Winter: Not recommended. Frozen ground prevents proper base installation.
Usually no: Standard paver patios and walkways don't require permits.
May need permit: Driveway work, retaining walls over 1 meter, drainage modifications, or work near property lines may need approval.
Contractors can advise on specific project requirements and handle permit applications.
Annual maintenance: Sweep regularly, remove weeds between pavers, inspect for damage.
Sealing: Most pavers benefit from sealing every 2-3 years to protect from weather and stains.
Weed prevention: Use proper sand/joint filler between pavers. Power wash every 2-3 years if desired.
Winter care: Avoid salt near pavers. Use sand-based ice melt instead.
Real stories from neighbors who found contractors here
"Our backyard looked dull until these contractors transformed it. They designed a landscape that's beautiful and needs less maintenance than we expected. Highly recommend!"
"We got 3 quotes and the landscaper we chose explained everything clearly. The hardscape work looks professional and has held up perfectly through winter."
"They understand Pickering's climate and recommended plants that actually survive here. Our garden is thriving and the team is very professional."
Go back to the main Pickering page to see all services and request free quotes
Get matched with verified landscaping contractors in minutes. Free quotes, no obligation.