This category covers the full process of planning and building outdoor spaces: grading and drainage work, planting beds, sod and seed lawns, trees and shrubs, retaining walls, patios and walkways, garden lighting, and often the design drawings that tie it all together before a shovel goes in the ground. Some Barrie companies handle everything from concept sketch to final planting, while others focus on installation and work from a plan you've already had drawn up. We're tracking 30 businesses in this category across the city and surrounding areas like Innisfil and Oro-Medonte.
Before hiring, ask to see photos of finished projects that are at least a year or two old, not just fresh installs, since that shows how the plants matured and whether the hardscaping held up through a Barrie winter. Get a written scope with plant sizes and species named (not just "shrubs"), grading and drainage details, and a clear line on who's responsible for warranty on dead plants or settling pavers. Confirm they pull permits when needed for retaining walls over a certain height or work near property lines.
Our scoring weighs factors like project history, communication, and how consistently a company delivers on scope and timeline, so you can compare candidates on more than star ratings alone. See how we build these rankings on our methodology page, and check the full ranked list of Barrie landscape design and installation companies to start narrowing down your options.
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We found 30 businesses offering landscape design & installation in Barrie; 9 met the criteria for the scored directory. The order weighs each business's overall score by how much of its reviewed work is landscape design & installation, so a lower-scored specialist can rank above a higher-scored generalist.
Most jobs finish in one or two days, on time and under budget. Reviewers consistently praise Ian Morton's listening and fair quotes, Tom's crew leadership, and meticulous cleanup after work.
Reviewers consistently highlight exceptional stonework and design paired with hands-on service from Ralph and Cynthia themselves. They arrive on time, explain their work clearly, source materials cost-effectively, and return to check on finished projects. Their attention to slope, drainage, and edge details is notable; multiple reviews mention Ralph's meticulous base preparation and protective measures during installation. Clients value their transparency in contracts and willingness to suggest design improvements. The five-star record across 40 reviews and their claim of 35 years in business reflect a strong reputation for durability and customer care.
Mike and his crew deliver consistent, on-time work across lawn care, snow removal, and hardscaping projects in the Barrie area. Reviewers repeatedly praise their professionalism, reliability during heavy winters, fair pricing, and the quality finishes on walkways, retaining walls, and lawn maintenance over multiple seasons.
John and his team consistently deliver high-quality hardscaping and outdoor projects on time and on budget. Reviewers praise meticulous stonework, fair quotes with no surprises, and a professional crew that listens closely to customer ideas and keeps them informed throughout.
Justin and his team earn consistent praise for answering calls, explaining work in plain terms, and fixing pool issues faster than competitors. Backyard projects and seasonal openings and closings keep customers returning year after year, though a minority report missed appointments and extended timelines on complex builds. Most recent jobs show the crew working through weekends and cleaning up daily. Owners Justin and Jodi are named across reviews as knowledgeable and approachable. Service spans pool repair, equipment replacement, landscape design, and outdoor living spaces in the Barrie area.
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Long-established operator with loyal repeat customers citing prompt, professional work. Recent concerns centre on crew attitude and cleanup standards, particularly grass cutting jobs where debris ends up scattered or left behind.
Josh and his team transform neglected yards into showcases through careful sod work and lawn maintenance. Reviewers consistently praise punctual arrival, fair pricing, and the crew's pride in detail. All five reviews are five-star with limited review volume.
Four five-star reviews across five years describe Sam and his team as detail-oriented contractors who organize work sites well, respond quickly, and deliver landscape and irrigation work that neighbors notice. Limited review evidence available online.
Review evidence is limited. The business states it installs multiple pool types and offers landscape services in Barrie and across Ontario. Pricing for pools ranges from $60,000 to $300,000 depending on type.
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Last updated 2026-08-16