Q&A
We have a swampy, low spot in our Grand Island yard. What's the first step to fixing it?
The first step is proper land grading and drainage assessment. We start by evaluating the soil and slope to identify why water is pooling. Our services include regrading the land to direct water away from your home and foundation, and we can install French drains or other solutions as part of the site preparation. Fixing the underlying grade is crucial before any new landscaping or hardscaping, like a patio or walkway, is installed to ensure it lasts.
My irrigation system isn't working right, and my shrubs are starting to look unhealthy. Can you help?
Absolutely. These are common, related issues we see in Grand Island. We first diagnose the irrigation problem, which is often a faulty timer or a broken line, and perform the necessary repair or maintenance. Then, we assess your shrubs. Improper watering is a leading cause of stress, making plants susceptible to disease. We provide shrub care, including disease management, pruning, or even transplanting to a better location, to help them recover and thrive with your newly repaired irrigation system.
Do you handle projects that involve both excavation and landscaping, like building a new patio with a retaining wall?
Yes, that's a core strength of our full-service approach. A project like that starts with our excavation services for site preparation and trench digging for foundations. We then construct the retaining wall, ensuring proper backfilling and compaction for stability. Finally, we install the patio surface and can integrate the new structure with surrounding landscape design, shrub planting, and walkways. Managing all phases in-house allows for better coordination, efficiency, and a single point of contact for you.
Business Overview
OBrien’s Site Services is your Grand Island, NY partner for comprehensive property care, from foundational earthwork to seasonal maintenance. We specialize in transforming and maintaining outdoor spaces for both homes and businesses. Our work begins below the surface with excavation, site preparation, and proper land grading to ensure lasting results. Above ground, we handle everything from constructing durable driveways, patios, and retaining walls to detailed landscape design, installation, and ongoing care, including shrub health and lawn maintenance. We also provide essential seasonal services like snow removal. For Grand Island residents dealing with common local issues like irrigation timer failures or struggling shrubs, we offer targeted diagnostics and repairs to keep your landscape healthy and efficient. We're committed to clear communication, reliable service, and building landscapes that enhance your property's value and your enjoyment of it.
Provided Services
- Disease management - shrubs
- Parking structure construction
- Gardening
- Lawn care
- Retaining walls























