Nichols and Smyth Landscape: Experienced Landscapers Serving Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Company Background
Nichols and Smyth Landscape Company has been enhancing outdoor living in Arroyo Grande since 1983. As a family-owned landscape contractor, we specialize in transforming yards with comprehensive design, expert installation, and reliable maintenance. Our services include building custom irrigation systems, creating functional drainage solutions, and constructing durable hardscapes like patios and retaining walls. We are a licensed member of the California Landscape Contractors Association and the Pesticide Applicators Professional Association, ensuring our work meets high standards for quality and environmental responsibility. Our goal is to build lasting relationships by creating beautiful, sustainable garden settings that improve our clients' daily lives.
Core Services
- Irrigation construction
- Irrigation repair or maintenance
- Irrigation design services
- Landscape design
- Landscape maintenance
- Landscape construction or installation
Common Questions
How do you address common lawn drainage and heat stress issues in Arroyo Grande?
Many Arroyo Grande homes deal with poor lawn grading leading to water pooling, and plant stress from our warm, dry spells. Our approach starts with a site evaluation to identify grading issues. We design and install corrective drainage solutions, like French drains or regrading, to move water away from foundations. For heat stress, we design irrigation zones specific to plant needs and sun exposure, and can recommend drought-tolerant native plants that thrive in our local climate, reducing water use and maintenance.
What is included in your full-service landscape design and installation process?
Our process is a collaborative partnership. It begins with a consultation to understand your vision, budget, and how you use your space. Our design team then creates a detailed plan that can include layout, plant selection, hardscaping (like patios or walkways), and an efficient irrigation system. Once approved, our experienced construction crew handles the complete installation—from earthwork and planting to building retaining walls and setting up irrigation—ensuring a seamless transition from plan to finished landscape.
Do you handle both the installation and ongoing maintenance of irrigation systems?
Yes, we provide start-to-finish irrigation services. Our team designs efficient, water-saving systems tailored to your property's specific layout and plant zones. We then handle the professional construction and installation. To protect your investment, we also offer repair and maintenance services, including seasonal start-ups/winterizations, head adjustments, leak detection, and controller programming updates to ensure your system operates effectively year-round and conserves water.



