South Hills Landscaping & Excavating, Inc.

Reviews

• Je FeGoogleNovember 2024

  We hired Darren and his team from south hills landscaping & excavating for a very large landscaping project. To summarize what we had requested was a new Cedar fence, remove and replace our rear patio and rear retaining walls, install drainage systems that were appropriate, remove and replace our front of house retaining walls walkways and driveways. Remove a huge tree stump. Run additional conduit for outdoor electrical to be installed by an electrician at a later date. Remove all old vegetation, which was substantial. We had multiple estimates and we decided to move forward with him and his team due to our early interactions with Darren. I found him to be direct and honest. I also was happy that he told me that when his team arrived on site that this would be their only focus and he would be personally there throughout the entire project and it was completed. Prior to beginning our project my wife had a serious injury that made mobility a big challenge and we debated delaying the project, but after discussing my concerns with Darren he assured me that everything would be alright. We began our project on the agreed upon start date and the total project was completed nearly a week earlier than we had anticipated. Wow! Darren and his team were awesome to work with. They assisted us when we needed creating a pathway to get a walker or knee scooter out of our house and performed the project in a sequence that would create as little impact to entering and leaving the property. The crew was super professional and friendly to me and my family. My child loved watching the activity and interacting with these friendly folks. The thing that I really appreciated was the team’s willingness to discuss different aspects of the project. In my eyes, it was very technical and wanted to know what was going on and if I had questions, these guys were more than happy to let me know, the how and why of what they were doing. The attention to detail was also incredible. Many small things really went the distance such as how the fence sloped from the 6 ft height to the 4 ft., How the wiring for the downlighting was concealed on the fence. At the end of everyday the site was cleaned of dust and debris and well Organized. Not a single day over the course of 3.5 weeks did these guys not show up, they worked through some pretty crumby weather that I would have thought for certain they would have called it quits, and I wouldn’t have blamed them. Additionally my project required a substantial amount of permits and inspections from the local municipality, I was very happy that Darren was able to effectively work with the local authorities to not only obtain the permits in a timely manner but also was well versed in what was required for each step of the project to pass the inspections. At the time of me writing this review, which is a month after the project has been completed, I have not found anything that has disappointed me. I’d hire these guys again without a doubt. I think that each member of the crew is a true professional, and I can honestly say that I’d consider them all a friend of my family. Well done!

• Alex Van de PutteGoogleJuly 2026

  Darren and crew replaced a failing retaining wall with a brand new redi-rock wall. Darren was great to work with before, during and after the install. They did the work in record time, cleaned up thoroughly after themselves, and the wall looks fantastic! I could not be happier!

• Emily “Emily”GoogleJuly 2026

  We’ve done two projects with South Hills Landscaping and are continually impressed with how professional and friendly Darren and his team are. We’ve received compliments from other contractors on how well- done and uniform our concrete is. Our last project was very close to our neighbor’s property, but they were so impressed with how meticulous South Hills Landscaping was that they now want them to do their driveway and retaining walls!

• Michael JenningsGoogleApril 2026

  We couldn’t be happier with the work Darren and his team at South Hills Landscaping & Excavating, Inc. did on our front porch. From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and clearly committed to doing the job the right way. They handled the full demo and rebuild of our concrete porch, and the difference is night and day. Darren took the time to explain the process, made sure everything was done properly (not just quickly), and paid close attention to the details that really matter for long-term durability. The crew was punctual, respectful of our property, and kept the work area clean throughout the project. It’s obvious they take pride in their craftsmanship, and it shows in the final result. If you’re looking for a team that values quality and integrity, we highly recommend Darren and his crew. Five stars all the way!

• Vanessa KishurGoogleMay 2025

  South Hills Landscaping & Excavating just finished up a retaining wall and steps put in at the front of our house, and once again, Darren and his team did an amazing job! We’re repeat customers for a reason—a few years ago , they installed a patio and retaining wall in our backyard, and it still looks fantastic! This time around, the front wall project turned out just as great. The Redi-Rock blocks give everything a solid, clean, and really polished look. The new steps are super sturdy and make the whole entrance to the house feel upgraded. The crew was professional, on time, and respectful of the property, just like last time. It’s always a smooth experience working with Darren—he knows his stuff, communicates clearly, and delivers quality work. Highly recommend if you're looking for a reliable team that takes pride in what they do!  Thanks again!!

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