Hill's Landscape Design & General Contracting - Philadelphia's Licensed Landscaping

Philadelphia, PA 19119

(484) 860-9922

Company Background

Hill's Landscape Design & General Contracting is a Philadelphia-based, full-service contractor specializing in landscaping and structural improvements for homeowners. We blend expert landscape design with solid general contracting to create beautiful, durable outdoor spaces and home additions. We understand local challenges like shifting rock gardens and leaky sprinkler systems, which often stem from improper installation or Philadelphia's varied soil conditions. Our integrated approach means we design, install, and maintain irrigation systems correctly the first time and build retaining walls, patios, and driveways with the structural integrity to last. From a new deck in Fairmount to a complete backyard renovation in Chestnut Hill, we handle everything from permits to planting, ensuring your project enhances both your home's value and your daily life.

Main Services

  • Insect management - shrubs
  • Disease management - shrubs
  • Gardening
  • Walkway construction or installation
  • Interior wall repair

FAQs

My sprinkler system in Philly keeps springing leaks. Can you fix it for good?

Absolutely. Recurring leaks often point to underlying issues like poor initial design, winter damage from our freeze-thaw cycles, or incorrect pipe depth. We don't just patch the leak; our irrigation repair service includes a full system diagnosis. We'll identify weak points, replace compromised lines with durable materials suited for our climate, and adjust the design if needed to prevent future problems and water waste.

The retaining wall in my Roxborough yard is shifting. Is this a landscaping or masonry issue?

In Philadelphia, it's often both. Shifting walls usually fail due to inadequate drainage, poor foundation preparation, or insufficient reinforcement against our soil's lateral pressure. As both landscapers and masons, we address the root cause. We repair or rebuild the wall using proper masonry techniques, integrate crucial drainage like weep holes and gravel backfill, and often regrade the surrounding landscape to manage water runoff—solving the problem holistically.

We want an outdoor kitchen but are worried about Philly winters damaging it. What should we consider?

It's a smart concern. The key is using weather-resistant materials and proper construction. For durability, we recommend masonry bases (like brick or stone), stainless steel appliances rated for outdoors, and durable countertops like granite. Critically, we design the structure with slight slopes for water runoff and use frost-proof footings below the freeze line. We also guide you on proper winterization, like shutting off and blowing out water lines, to protect your investment for years to come.



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