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Hardscaping in St. Louis Built on a Base That Won't Sink or Lean

Founded in 2018, Excel Landscaping serves homeowners throughout the St. Louis area with paver patios, retaining walls, drainage solutions, and complete landscape installations. Joe and our local crew bring more than 25 years of combined hands-on landscaping and hardscaping experience, backed by 5-star customer reviews, completed local projects, and professional contractor credentials.

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Landscaping & Outdoor Living Services

Hardscape Services: Start With the Problem in Your Yard

Choose what you’d like to improve, and we’ll help you take it from there. Start with the service that best fits your project.

Tiered retaining walls and steps on a hillside in Chesterfield, MO

Retaining Walls & Grade Changes

Retaining wall solutions that help stabilize slopes, manage elevation changes, improve drainage conditions, and create more usable space throughout the property.

New paver patio + Drainage issue fixed in St. Louis

Paver Patios & Walkways

Custom paver patios, permeable patios, walkways, steps, and transitions built with proper base preparation, grading, and drainage in mind.

Decorative rock bed over buried PVC downspout drainage beside driveway

Drainage & Grading Solutions

Drainage systems planned around where water starts, how it moves through the yard, and where it can be safely directed.

Finished Chesterfield, MO front yard with black mulch, decorative rock, shrubs and seasonal flowers

Landscape Design & Installation

Complete landscape improvements combining planting, beds, edging, grading, hardscape elements, and site conditions into one coordinated plan.

L-shaped outdoor kitchen on a backyard patio

Outdoor Kitchens

Outdoor kitchen spaces designed to work with the patio, seating areas, circulation, and the overall layout of your backyard.

Sunken fire pit area in a backyard

Fireplaces & Fire Pits

Built-in fire features designed as part of the patio or landscape so seating, circulation, and surrounding hardscape feel connected.

Pool deck with artificial turf and pavers

Fiberglass & Panel Pool Installation

Pool installation coordinated with the property layout, surrounding patio areas, drainage, grading, and the way the finished backyard will be used.

multi-level paver patio in a tiered backyard. The patio features distinct paving stones, a dark slate rock border, integrated path lighting, and a large, weathered steel fire bowl on a decorative base
Custom Paver Patio + Fire Pit (St. Louis, MO)
Paver patio with a lighted steel fire pit at night
Custom Paver Patio + Fire Pit (St. Louis, MO)
25+ Years of Combined Experience on St. Louis Properties

St. Louis Hardscape Contractor Who Shows Up and Answers Your Calls

Excel Landscaping was founded around a simple standard, show up, communicate clearly, and get the work right from the start. Joe and our local team bring more than 25 years of combined hands-on experience across hardscaping, retaining walls, drainage, grading, landscape installation, and other outdoor projects throughout the St. Louis area.

TRUSTED BY HOMEOWNERS NEAR YOU

See How We’ve Helped Homeowners Across the St. Louis Area

Every project tells a different story. See how Excel Landscaping has solved drainage challenges, built retaining walls, installed patios, and created outdoor living spaces for homeowners throughout St. Louis.

3 Day Build
Valley Park, MO

Retaining Wall + Paver Installation

A row of loose boulders was holding the hillside beside this Valley Park, MO patio, and the concrete pad was
3 Day Build
Ballwin, MO

Paver Patio Installation

The existing patio in this Ballwin backyard had settled unevenly over time, leaving homeowners with a worn surface that no
2 Day Build
Oakville, MO

Retaining Wall + Front Yard Landscaping

The front yard retaining wall at this Oakville, MO home was failing, and the beds around it looked dated. We
3 Day Build
Kirkwood, MO

Permeable Paver Patio Installation

There was plenty of lawn behind this Kirkwood home, but no dedicated patio outside the sunroom for sitting, dining, or
2 Day Build
Kirkwood, MO

Retaining Wall + Landscaping

Weeds and junk growth had taken over the slope above this Kirkwood, MO home’s old curved wall, and the homeowners
2 Day Build
Town & Country, MO

Retaining Wall & Wood Deck

These Town & Country homeowners wanted a backyard they’d actually enjoy, but a rotting railroad-tie retaining wall held up the
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Hear From Our Customers

Homeowners throughout St. Louis and surrounding West County communities trust Excel Landscaping for patios, retaining walls, drainage solutions, and custom outdoor living spaces

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Jake Huber
2 days ago
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Joe and his team were excellent! They built a retaining wall in my front yard and handled everything from tear-out to final installation. The quality was top-notch, they worked quickly, and Joe answered all my questions promptly. You cannot go wrong with Excel Landscaping. Their work is fantastic and their customer service is top-tier. Highly recommend Excel!
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Deborah Miller
4 days ago
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We had water coming into our basement from a number of entry points in our front concrete planter boxes and porch. After multiple bids from other companies suggesting we tear everything out and rebuild, Joe came in with creative and practical solutions that didn’t require a total demolition that also wouldn’t cost us $20K and up. He had a crew of hard workers who did a great job with all the repairs. We recently had a hard rain and had no water! 🙌🏻 Joe checked in with me a couple of times after the job was completed to see if all was good which I also appreciate. I would highly recommend this company!
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Joshua Middleton
44 days ago
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Joe and his crew at Excel Landscaping did a PHENOMENAL job when I came to replacing my retaining wall. Joe was great at communicating and did everything he said they would do. They were timely, reasonably priced, and did an excellent job. I would recommend Excel Landscaping for any Landscaping project you may have. Especially retaining walls.
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Karen Hedger
54 days ago
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They did a wonderful job on our landscaping, crew worked incredibly hard to complete it in one day. Joe was great to help us with a plan. Would highly recommend!
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Christian
64 days ago
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We couldn't be more thrilled with our new fire pit! Joe and his crew took an unused corner of our Frontenac, MO backyard and turned it into a cozy place to unwind and spend time with family and friends. Their careful craftsmanship is obvious in every detail. If you're thinking about adding a fire pit or taking on any landscaping project, I highly recommend them.
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mark landram
70 days ago
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I wanted to give a shout out to Joe from Excel Landscaping for the excellent hardscape job his company did for us. Joe is very personable and want to make sure that you are pleased with the final product before ever asking for any payment. His crew was professional, extremely hard working and very easy to work with as the project progressed.
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Chad Heidtman
92 days ago
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I had a drainage issue around the back side of my house along with an above ground drainage pipe that was needing to be buried under existing concrete. Joe came to check out the situation and provided thorough recommendations. His customer first and charismatic attitude, coupled with his deep knowledge of landscaping is what led me to selecting him for the job. He and his team did an outstanding job completing the work, succeeding my expectations. I will continue to rely on Joe for future landscaping jobs and would highly recommend him to others. Thanks!
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Tina B.
95 days ago
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After contacting several landscape companies, we chose Joe at Excel Landscaping, and we are so glad we did. Joe was incredibly responsive, providing an affordable bid and a start date in no time. He even helped us select the perfect stone for our new front retaining wall, and the final look completely blew us away. The Excel crew is unmatched in their work ethic. They arrived at sunrise and worked straight through until sundown every day--even in the rain. In just two days, they built the beautiful retaining wall, neatly edged both sides of our long driveway, installed gorgeous stone edging, and planted around 50 plants (including ornamental grasses, dwarf crepe myrtles, trees, shrubs, and perennials).The entire process exceeded our expectations. The workmanship is top-notch, the customer service is exceptional, and the results are absolutely stunning. If you want affordable, high-quality landscaping, call Joe at Excel Landscaping!
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Mika Patel
106 days ago
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Worked with Joe and his team - start to finish excellent work! Joe listened to all my concerns, followed through with everything and his team was amazing! Every aspect, small or big, was addressed and Joe checked in at all times! Exceeded all our expectations and the yard looks amazing!!
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Michael Simon
107 days ago
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Built a beautiful stone retaining wall at my home in Glendale. Very professional and would highly recommend!
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Mike Welch
135 days ago
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Excel did a great job. Crew was fast, courteous, and the end result looks great
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Sherry Lea
151 days ago
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My recent experience with Excel Landscaping was a tremendously positive encounter. Joe was so easy to work with, he listened and understood my concerns after having past dealings with a dishonest contractor. The communication was on point and he was quick to respond to text or calls. He clearly explained what steps were to be taken, he offered suggestions, and quoted very fair reasonable prices. His crew, we're extremely quick and efficient, and did an exceptional job cleaning up after the work was completed. I highly recommend Excel Landscaping and will be using them for any future projects I my have and will be referring them to friends and family. Thank you Joe for your quality work and professionalism.
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Jessie Hough
156 days ago
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We’re very happy with how our project turned out. The crew removed some old garden beds and installed a small retaining wall. The work was done well and Joe was friendly and easy to work with!
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Joe M.
310 days ago
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Excel Landscaping did a fantastic job! On time, professional, and the results look amazing. Everything was cleaned up perfectly and the quality of work really shows. Highly recommend!
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Nicolas B.
1024 days ago
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Excel landscaping is fantastic! They transformed my yard into a beautiful oasis. Highly recommend their professional and creative service!

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