Landscaping San Rafael CA | Call Gardens & Gables

21 Joseph Ct, San Rafael, CA 94903

(415) 499-0331

http://www.gardensandgables.com

Company Background

Gardens & Gables is a licensed landscape contractor and architectural firm in San Rafael, specializing in custom residential landscape design, construction, and maintenance for Marin County. With over 20 years of experience, we uniquely blend architecture, horticulture, and sustainable construction practices. Led by Kathleen, a licensed architect and landscape contractor, we focus on creating seamless connections between your home and garden, tailored to the specific microclimates of our local hillsides. Our integrated approach ensures every project, from earthmoving and irrigation to patios and tree care, is built with the health of your family and the environment in mind. We adapt our services to fit projects of any scale, backed by full licensing, insurance, and a deep respect for the natural beauty of the North Bay.

Provided Services

  • Construction or installation
  • Exterior wall construction
  • Landscape design
  • Interior wall construction
  • Retaining walls
  • Lawn care

Questions and Answers

How does your design-build approach benefit a San Rafael hillside project?

Our integrated design-build model is particularly effective for San Rafael's varied terrain. As both licensed architects and landscape contractors, we manage the entire process—from initial grading and retaining wall design to planting selections that thrive in your specific microclimate. This seamless coordination prevents costly miscommunications, ensures structural integrity on slopes, and results in a cohesive outdoor living space that harmonizes with your home's architecture and the local environment.

What does your landscape maintenance service include for Marin County gardens?

Our maintenance goes beyond basic lawn care. We provide comprehensive care tailored to Marin's seasons, including organic shrub and disease management, seasonal planting, irrigation system checks, and pruning. We focus on sustaining the health and design intent of your landscape. This includes proactive monitoring for common local issues like mulch erosion on slopes and adjusting irrigation schedules to conserve water while keeping your garden vibrant.

My sprinkler heads are frequently broken, and mulch washes away. Can you help?

Absolutely. These are common issues in San Rafael due to soil movement and system wear. We diagnose the root cause—often improper grading or outdated irrigation—and provide lasting solutions. This can include regrading for better drainage, installing robust, low-profile sprinkler heads in high-traffic areas, and using erosion-control matting under mulch on slopes. Our irrigation repair and design services ensure your system is efficient and durable, saving water and preventing future problems.



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