Del Mar Landscapes | Trusted Landscaping in San Diego, CA
6153 Portobelo Court, San Diego, CA 92124
About the Local Business
Del Mar Landscapes is a licensed, owner-operated landscape design and construction company with over 18 years of experience serving San Diego. Founded by Doug Kepner, a UC Berkeley graduate with a background in architecture and a natural aptitude for spatial design, the company brings a unique, personal approach to every project. Doug is on-site daily, ensuring your vision is realized with precision and care. With a focus on value, transparent line-item contracts, and a 90-day work guarantee, Del Mar Landscapes combines deep local expertise with a commitment to building lasting outdoor spaces, from driveways and patios to comprehensive landscape designs.
Question Answers
How does Del Mar Landscapes handle common San Diego issues like soil compaction and broken sprinklers?
We address these local challenges directly. For soil compaction, common in our area, we use specialized equipment to aerate and amend the soil, creating a healthy foundation for new landscaping. For irrigation, our design and construction services include assessing and replacing faulty sprinkler heads with durable systems, and we often recommend and install efficient drip irrigation to conserve water and prevent future breaks, ensuring your landscape thrives in our climate.
What is your process for designing and building a custom patio or retaining wall?
It starts with a personal consultation. Drawing on over 25 years of experience and a strong design aptitude, owner Doug Kepner approaches each project as if it were his own home. We discuss your vision, then provide a clear, line-item bid for the patio or retaining wall construction. Once approved, our crew, using professional-grade equipment, executes the build with Doug on-site daily for quality oversight, ensuring the finished structure is both beautiful and built to last.
Do you offer design services separately from construction?
Yes, we offer flexible design services at $40 per hour. This allows you to work with Doug's architectural and spatial design expertise to create a detailed plan for your driveway, walkway, landscape, or entire outdoor living space. You can then use that plan with us for construction—where we guarantee our work for 90 days—or with another contractor, giving you complete control and clarity over your project.
Provided Services
- Greenscape design
- Irrigation construction
- Exterior wall construction
- Construction or installation
- Walkway construction or installation
- Design services
























