Best landscape design & installation companies in Barrie
These are the Barrie contractors who treat landscape design and installation as their main trade, not a side offering, ranked by our methodology using rating, review volume, recency, and sentiment.
Looking for the single best all-around pick across every category? See the best landscaper in Barrie overall. The order here is specific to design and installation work: stonework, grading, and full backyard builds.
Picks are ranked by score and relevance to landscape design & installation, so a lower overall score can rank higher here.
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hardrock Landscaping | 87 | 4.9 (64) | — | Fast, on-budget full builds |
| 2 | Landscaping Barrie, TOUGH OAKS Ralph J Young | 86 | 5 (40) | — | Stonework and hands-on owner service |
| 3 | CCS Pool and Landscape | 79 | 4.7 (43) | — | Pool-integrated backyard projects |
| 4 | MR Lawn Care and Landscaping | 81 | 4.8 (40) | — | Hardscaping with fast turnaround |
| 5 | ZS Contracting | 55 | 5 (4) | — | Small, detail-focused projects |
| 6 | AHS Pools & Landscaping Barrie | 30 | — | — | Combined pool and landscape packages |
1. Hardrock Landscaping
4.9 (64 reviews)score 87/100
Hardrock's jobs routinely wrap a day or two ahead of schedule, and reviewers point to owner Ian Morton personally checking pricing mid-project to refund any overage. With a 4.9 rating across 64 reviews and a crew led by Tom that leaves sites spotless, this is a solid pick for anyone who wants a project done on time without surprises.
- Finishes projects one to two days faster than quoted
- Owner audits pricing mid-job and refunds overpayment
- Site cleaned up daily without being asked
- Skilled crew works efficiently under experienced leadership
Services: hardscaping interlocking, landscape design installation, tree services, lawn care maintenance
2. Landscaping Barrie, TOUGH OAKS Ralph J Young
5 (40 reviews)score 86/100
Ralph and Cynthia handle every job themselves, no subcontracting, and reviewers single out the base preparation and slope work behind their stonework as the reason projects hold up over time. A perfect 5.0 across 40 reviews and repeat mentions of return visits to check on settlement back up a reputation built on 35 years in business.
- Owners do all the work in-house, no subcontractors
- Careful base prep and slope/drainage detailing
- Follow-up visits to check on finished projects
- Clear, upfront contracts with no hidden terms
Services: lawn care maintenance, hardscaping interlocking, landscape design installation, tree services
3. CCS Pool and Landscape
4.7 (43 reviews)score 79/100
Justin and Jodi's team pairs landscape design with pool installation and seasonal service, which is why customers keep coming back year after year for both. Reviewers describe fast diagnosis on repair calls and a crew that works weekends to keep projects moving, backed by a 4.7 rating across 43 reviews.
- Owners Justin and Jodi are directly involved with customers
- Quick response and diagnosis on service calls
- Long-term seasonal relationships, not one-off jobs
- Crew works weekends and cleans up daily
Watch out: A minority of reviewers mention missed appointments and longer timelines on more complex builds.
Services: landscape design installation, lawn care maintenance, irrigation lighting
4. MR Lawn Care and Landscaping
4.8 (40 reviews)score 81/100
John's crew gets singled out for accurate quotes with no surprise add-ons and detailed stone cutting and pattern work, all delivered on a quick timeline. At 4.8 stars across 40 reviews, reviewers also note the owner stays responsive and listens closely to what customers actually want built.
- Honest quotes that match the final bill
- Detailed stone cutting and pattern design
- Quick turnaround from start to finish
- Responsive owner who incorporates customer ideas
Services: lawn care maintenance, landscape design installation, tree services, licensed insured
5. ZS Contracting
5 (4 reviews)score 55/100
Sam's team gets consistent praise for tidy job sites and quick responses on lawn, landscaping, and irrigation work, with a perfect 5.0 rating. That said, this is based on just four reviews spread over five years, so it's a thinner track record than the others on this list and worth confirming directly.
- Detail-oriented design and execution
- Keeps work sites clean and organized
Watch out: Only four reviews online, so there's limited independent evidence to judge consistency.
Services: lawn care maintenance, landscape design installation, irrigation lighting
6. AHS Pools & Landscaping Barrie
score 30/100
AHS advertises pool installation alongside landscape work across Barrie and Ontario, with pool pricing stated to run from $60,000 to $300,000 depending on type. There are no Google reviews yet, so treat this as a business to vet carefully before signing a contract rather than a proven performer.
- Installs multiple pool types alongside landscape work
- Serves Barrie and the broader Ontario area
- Shares upfront pricing ranges for pool installs
Watch out: No Google reviews yet, so there's no independent feedback to confirm work quality.
Services: lawn care maintenance, landscape design installation, snow removal