Experienced Landscapers in San Jose, CA 95116 - Above the Cut Gardening and Landscaping
San Jose, CA 95116
About the Company
With deep roots in San Jose's gardening community, Claudia Martinez leads Above the Cut Gardening and Landscaping, a business she founded in 2003. Drawing on over 17 years of hands-on experience and a genuine passion for the trade, Claudia personally oversees project estimates and execution. The company is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured resource for both private homeowners and commercial clients, offering a comprehensive range of services from basic lawn maintenance and seasonal clean-ups to complex installations like hardscaping, irrigation systems, and artificial turf. Their approach is built on reliable, detail-oriented work aimed at creating and sustaining beautiful, functional outdoor spaces for the local area.
Provided Services
- Gardening
- Greenscape construction
- Landscape construction or installation
- Landscape maintenance
Q&A
What's included in your landscape maintenance service for San Jose homes?
Our maintenance service is designed for the specific needs of local yards. It includes regular mowing, pruning, and trimming to keep plants healthy, along with seasonal clean-ups to handle leaf litter and debris. We also monitor and adjust irrigation systems for efficiency, especially important in our climate, and address common issues like bare patches or uneven growth to maintain a consistently green and vibrant lawn throughout the year.
Can you help with landscape slope erosion or unstable areas in my yard?
Absolutely. Slope erosion is a common challenge for many San Jose properties. We address this through strategic landscape construction, such as building retaining walls to stabilize the soil and prevent further loss. We can also regrade the area and install appropriate drainage solutions or erosion-control plants. For a permanent, low-maintenance solution, we often recommend and install artificial grass on slopes, which eliminates watering runoff and provides excellent soil hold.
Do you handle full landscape installations from design to completion?
Yes, we manage complete landscape construction projects. As your one-stop shop, we handle everything from the initial planning and hardscape installation—like patios, walkways, and lighting—to the softscape elements such as planting, sodding, and irrigation system setup. Claudia Martinez oversees the entire process, ensuring cohesive project management and quality craftsmanship from start to finish, so you have a single, reliable point of contact.
























