Elbers Landscape Service | Trusted Landscaping Services in Buffalo, NY

2918 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214

(716) 834-2167

http://elberslandscape.com

Services Offered

  • Interior wall construction
  • Landscaping building design
  • Driveway construction or installation
  • Insect management - shrubs
  • Shrub pruning or trimming
  • Patio, porch, or terrace construction or installation
  • Landscaping building construction

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Elbers Landscape Service address common Buffalo yard drainage issues like standing water?

As a Buffalo-based company with over a century of experience, we understand Western New York's specific drainage challenges. Our earthmoving and regrading services can properly slope your yard to redirect water away from foundations and low spots. For persistent issues, we design and install French drains or dry wells that manage excess water effectively. Since we're familiar with local soil conditions and weather patterns, we can create solutions that work year-round for Buffalo properties.

What makes your snow removal service different for Buffalo winters?

Having served Western New York since 1919, we've developed reliable snow management strategies specifically for our region's lake-effect snow patterns. We maintain a fleet of properly equipped vehicles and use proven techniques for residential and commercial properties throughout Buffalo. Our team monitors weather forecasts closely to ensure timely service, and we're available for both seasonal contracts and individual storm events. As members of the New York State Turfgrass Association, we also apply snow management practices that protect your landscape beneath the snow.

Can you help with overgrown shrubs that are common in older Buffalo neighborhoods?

Yes, we frequently help Buffalo homeowners with overgrown foundation plantings and mature shrubs. Our shrub care services include professional pruning and trimming to restore shape and health without damaging the plants. For severely overgrown situations, we offer shrub removal and replacement with species better suited to your property's conditions. Since we operate a garden center in North Buffalo, we can provide appropriate replacement shrubs that will thrive in our local climate and require less maintenance over time.

Local Business Overview

Elbers Landscape Service is a family-owned Buffalo institution with deep roots in Western New York's horticultural history. Founded in 1919 by Henry H. Elbers, who previously served as superintendent of Martin Luther King Park and director of the Buffalo Botanical Gardens, the business has been serving the community for over a century. Currently managed by Jim and Elizabeth Hornung and their son Jim Hornung, Jr., Elbers operates from its North Buffalo location on Main Street where it has been since 1920. The company maintains strong professional affiliations with organizations like the New York State Nursery & Landscape Association and Sports Turf Managers Association, reflecting their commitment to industry standards. Beyond their full-service landscaping and snow management offerings, they operate a well-regarded garden center in North Buffalo and have expanded into athletic field services through Great Lakes Athletic Fields. This multi-generational business combines historical expertise with practical solutions for Buffalo homeowners and businesses.



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