Services Offered
- Tree pruning or trimming
- Land grading
- Landscape design
- Patio, porch, or terrace construction or installation
- Irrigation construction
- Greenscape construction
Question Answers
What's the best approach for repairing damaged landscape edging and managing overgrown shrubs common in Cleveland yards?
Cleveland's freeze-thaw cycles and dense clay soil are tough on landscape edging. We start by assessing the damage and the underlying soil condition. For repairs, we often recommend and install more durable materials suited to our climate and may address drainage issues to prevent recurrence. For overgrown shrubs, our approach is careful rejuvenation pruning or selective removal and replanting with native, lower-maintenance varieties that thrive here, improving your yard's health and curb appeal.
Can you handle both the design and the heavy excavation work for a project like a new patio?
Absolutely. That's the advantage of our full-service approach. Richard and our team can design your ideal outdoor living space, then seamlessly handle all the necessary excavation, regrading, trenching for utilities or irrigation, soil compaction, and construction. We manage the entire process, from the initial concept and site preparation to the final installation, ensuring the structural integrity and beauty of your new patio, porch, or terrace.
You mention sustainable gardens. How do you incorporate that into a landscape design?
Our sustainable garden designs focus on creating a productive and ecologically friendly outdoor space. For Cleveland homeowners, this means selecting native and edible plants that are resilient to our local weather, designing efficient irrigation systems to conserve water, and building healthy soil through proper preparation and organic methods. We can integrate features like pollinator-friendly planting beds and compost areas to help you grow your own food and support local wildlife right in your backyard.
Business Profile
For nearly four decades, Richards Your Outdoor Connection has been a trusted, family-owned fixture in Cleveland's landscaping and excavation scene. Founded and based in Old Brooklyn by Richard himself, the business is built on a foundation of hard work, honesty, and a deep connection to the community. Richard's philosophy is simple: let the quality of the work and the strength of his reputation do the talking. He takes immense pride in transforming Cleveland properties, whether through complex large tree removals, sustainable garden designs that allow families to grow their own food, or installing serene water features that create a backyard retreat. From essential tree care and shrub maintenance to major excavation for patios and site preparation, the team approaches every job—big or small—with the dedication of someone working on their own home. They aren't just contractors; they are neighbors who understand the specific challenges of Northeast Ohio soil and seasons, committed to getting outdoor projects done right.
























