Under The Sun Ecological Landscaping

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Peterborough ON K9J 2V4
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Michael Young from Etobicoke
Michael Young from Etobicoke
3 reviews Etobicoke, ON
10/10

Landscaping

Under the Sun did a large project for us- front, sides, and back yard. The overall experience was very good. Sal took some of our basic ideas and nicely refined them. He then patiently worked with us throughout our lengthy research into materials, incorporating our ideas and thoughts as we went along. Even after the work commenced we requested some small chages and additions and Sal incorporated them without hesitation.
We now have a very attractive landscape with lots of natural feel to it. We get many compliments on the look and the work.
Sal’s crew was very nice to work with, and pleasant guys to have around. They quickly and eagerly incorporated any comments or concerns during the course of the work, even when we altered the course of aspects of the project. Sal worked hard to get the job done on schedule, working around our vacation plans and kept it within the budget (other than extras we requested during the execution of the work). We would certainly recommend Sal’s work to anybody.

Approximate cost of services:
$30,000.00
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Michael and S,

Thank you for this great review! I really appreciate your good words and positive recommendation.

I agree that your landscaping project worked out beautifully, and you owe it in large part to yourselves for putting in a lot of time and thought into the layout, stone selections, colour schemes, etc. It makes the work especially enjoyable and relaxed when you know there is a thorough and carefully thought out design to lean on.

I am so happy that you guys made the call to switch the drive way stone last minute to the misu paver, it was EXACTLY the stone for you and blended so perfectly with your house and the overall project. You see how S's undying search for the perfect option paid off in the end! She was never quite convinced with the brussels block driveway option, then still not satisfied with the europaver refinement. It was almost as if she knew the perfect option was just beyond reach waiting to be discovered. And it was your willingness to take time and meet at the stone yard that allowed you to have the "ah ha! that's the stone we've been looking for" moment when you glanced at the misu paver display.

It was truly a pleasure to work with you, every step of the way you were kind, flexible, clear and accommodating.

Again I really did enjoy working with you both and I do so appreciate this awesome review. Let me know if anything ever needs touching up, or if you have any questions.

Thanks and take care.

Sal

John from Old Toronto
John from Old Toronto
1 review Old Toronto, ON
10/10

Frontyard and Backyard complete Landscaping Makeover (Armour stone terraces, solid stone steps, cobble paths, retaining walls, cedar deck, cedar fences, cedar awning, low maintenance gardens, irrigation & more)

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Under the Sun Ecological Landscaping did 2 projects for me. Front yard first, then back yard.

The experience was very good. During the design phase, Sal took my basic ideas and took them further. It was like working with a friend. The end design was totally respectful of my ideas but took them to a professional result.

During the work itself, Sal’s crew was wonderful. Quick, efficient, well done work. And very pleasant guys to have around.

Finally, the job was done on schedule and within the budget.
Overall a great experience and I would recommend Sal’s work to anybody.

...a star rating of 11!
But 10 will have to do.

Approximate cost of services:
$30,000.00
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John,

Thank you for submitting this great review, with pictures to boot.

I really enjoyed working with you on this project, we both have the same taste and preference for natural materials and a creative flowing landscape. I also really appreciated your ability to shift and change the design as necessary on the fly.

I too think it turned out wonderfully, front and back, and will be showing the job off to new future clients looking for a similar concept.

The wrought iron handrail was a great addition to the solid stones steps, too bad we couldn't get a picture of it after it was installed.

Thanks again for everything,
I'll see you around Riverdale, neighbour!

- Sal.

Geoff
Geoff
2 reviews Old Toronto, ON
10/10

Dream outdoor living space

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My goal for our backyard in the Beach was to achieve an outdoor living room rivaling our indoor living space! I developed a plan which included no straight lines and no squares as is typical in most back yards! My plan included rounded decks, curved walkways, stone flower beds of different heights, textures, shapes and colours, and a strategically placed pond and waterfall visible from inside our home! The plan was so complex that 2 of the five landscapers passed on the project, 2 were outlandish in terms of their quotes and then there was Sal from Under the Sun Ecological Landscaping. Within ten minutes of meeting Sal and showing him my drawing I knew that this was the best person that would come close to executing my “masterpiece”. My gut was right in that not only did Sal deliver on his promise, he exceeded my every expectation as can be witnessed in the before and after pictures of our dream outdoor living space!
What the pictures don’t convey are Sal’s dedication, his timeliness, his creativity in problem solving, and mostly his attention to even the minutest detail.
I would whole heartedly recommend Sal and Under the Sun Ecological Landscaping for any outdoor project that needs to stand above the ordinary.
Please feel free to email me at geoffsilva@rogers.com if you have any questions or would like to drop by and see Sal’s work of art!

Thank you Sal!
Geoff and Maureen Silva

Approximate cost of services:
$20,000.00
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Geoff, thanks for submitting this spectacular review, with great pictures too! I really appreciate the kind words you wrote for me and the company. This job was both challenging and extremely satisfying at the same time. I loved the design from the get go! I am amazed at how much you were able to envision for your back yard, it's all about a good dream! Upper stone seating area by the waterfall overlooking the lower curved cedar deck dining area, raised planting beds and cobblestone paths! Brilliant.
The long curving stone retaining wall has definitely gone down in my book of proud accomplishments, it was a true challenge and joy to complete.
I loved that there was not a single straight line in the entire project! From gentle curves to tight curves, everything turned out perfectly. And the artistic finishes you added with the wooden carvings and hand painted mural at the back walkout were truly the cherry on top!

I am excited to help you come up with something equally stunning for the front landscaping this spring!

Thanks again and Talk soon,
Sal.

Aaron from Toronto
Aaron from Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Stone Retaining Wall Repair

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I called Sal at Under the Sun Ecological Landscaping based on a referral from a friend. I like the work they did on their property and heard many good things about Sal and his crew. The stone wall holding up my front yard was falling apart. Sal gave me the best price estimate so we went ahead with the job. I'm glad we did because it looks great and it was done quickly, and on budget.

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$0.00
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Aaron, thank you for your review! Sorry for the belated response, I recently came back from vacations and am trying to catch up with these great reviews!
Our encounter was short and sweet, the perfect little job. I love it when we have the opportunity to recycle perfectly good stone from an old falling wall, path or patio and give it new life.
Hope it holds up for years to come!
Thanks again.
- Sal.

Shone from Toronto
Shone from Toronto
8 reviews York, ON
10/10

Cedar retaining wall & New Lawn installation

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We were thrilled to find Under the Sun Landscaping for a fairly large project in our backyard. We had Sal and his crew regrade our entire backyard. This required using 4x4 cedar posts buried to reinforce the earth. Sal was efficient, ecologically minded which was important to us and did a great job. He was a wonderful person to have on site, my two children loved having him here! 10/10!! I would highly recommend Under the Sun Ecological Landscaping for any project!! We look forward to having them come back to do our newest project this spring!
The Joos Family, Toronto

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Shone,
Thank you for this awesome review you submitted! It was a great project, I love it when it's all for the kids! Great motivation. Also they were great little supervisors to have around, making sure their master plan was being executed to perfection. haha. I hope the house reno is going well.. Whenever the snow melts we'll get together to look at the new landscaping project. Take care,
Sal.

Kim Temple from Toronto
Kim Temple from Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Cedar fence, interlock patio, new lawn

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Our Parkdale backyard was an unruly mess of concrete, overgrown weed-trees, broken glass from a previous tool shed, and uneven grassy patches so we called Sal and crew in to clear some space for our kids (2 & 5 years old) to safely play in. Under the Sun Ecological Landscaping built a gorgeous cedar fence to separate our yard from the neighbour's. Then they broke down the concrete and carried it out. Sal's knowledge of fauna & flora helped us determine which trees to keep and which were just garbage. We also designated an area for patio stones to entertain on. Within days the kids had a gorgeous sodded lawn to play soccer and tumble on. Running through the sprinkler and having friends over for BBQs became our summertime ritual. Sal's crew is professional, courteous and tidy. Sal is reliable, communicative and knowledgeable. Most importantly, he worked within our budget and understood our needs. Highly recommend.

Approximate cost of services:
$10,000.00
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Thanks for this review Kim and Sean. Working for you guys is always fun... (It's not every day you get to work for a comedian! Sean is truly hilarious!)
The patio turned out to be straight forward, despite some minor adjustments like the drain we had to put in on the fly in order to get water flowing away from the house.
The lawn turned out to be more of a challenge thanks to the persistent raccoons rolling up the sod to dig for grubs. I'm glad it worked out in the long run, I know it took a lot of persistence and patience on your part, even after we put down the complete mesh barrier over top.
Thanks again for your repeated business over the years.
p.s. I'll never forget the sight of Sean in the backyard wearing a kilt and chopping down weed trees with an axe. Hilarious!

Carey from Toronto
Carey from Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

New Deck and Patio

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We have had a number of jobs done by Under the Sun Ecological Landscaping over the past couple of years, including the construction of a large deck and a small patio. The work has always been great and it has been a pleasure to deal with Sal and his crew.

Approximate cost of services:
$15,000.00
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Thanks Carey for the review. Please excuse the belated response, just got back from Brazil.
The reviews are a great way for us to get some web attention. Word of mouth is always good, but thanks to reviews like yours, we're getting busier and busier! So thanks for the help.
I hope the pest problem under the deck has been eliminated. Let me know if there is going to be a "ding ding ding! round 3". Whatever it takes!
Also I'll be happy to fit you guys in whenever you'd like to put the path in along side the deck.
Take care, I hope the kids are well.
- Sal.

Leo in South Riverdale
Leo in South Riverdale
9 reviews ,
10/10

Front yard transformation

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Sal was referred to me as the company I originally contacted did not perform hardscape in addition to landscaping. I am so glad that I was referred to Sal. From our first meeting to our last, Sal was the consummate professional. He asked questions to get a sense of my vision, which he understood and took to another level. We collaborated; he made recommendations complete with plant descriptions and explanations. Once we were in agreement, Sal completed a mock-up of the design and I could not wait to see the real thing. He transformed a nondescript ivy-covered ground to a beautiful garden with native flora accented by a curved pathway and steps. It was curb appeal beyond what I had envisioned. He set the bar so much so neighbours followed suit by transforming their own front yards. Certainly a complement and testament to the great job he did. Sal was great to work with as well as his crew, and their hard work helped to bring it all to life. Many thanks, Sal and crew.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,600.00
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Leo, thanks for your great review! I really appreciate it.
I really enjoyed working with you on your front yard. We both agreed on the natural, flowing feel for the design. It's nice to work with somebody like minded.
It was a true before and after transformation. The deck was fun to redo, and I loved creating the circular steps down from the porch.
When I drive by I always have a peek, and it's still looking great after the years!
Thanks again Leo, ttyl

Sarah from Old Toronto
Sarah from Old Toronto
1 review Old Toronto, ON
10/10

Backyard parking pad, Low maintenance native garden, cobblestone sitting area, Raised vegetable bed

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Working with Sal at Under the Sun Ecological Landscaping was a pleasure. Sal provided us with a clear estimate, along with a nice design for our backyard that we wanted to transform from a neglected space into an urban oasis, filled with native plants, including edible varieties. The work commenced on time, proceeded without problems or delay and finished on schedule too. The workers were courteous and pleasant to have in the backyard and Sal was always responsive to our questions and knowledgeable about the different plants we could choose from. We were thrilled with the final results and now enjoy sitting in our backyard, under the shade of the tree. Working with Sal was so positive, that often we'll remark that it would be nice if Sal worked in other areas (plumbing, renovations--you name it) so we could hire his company to do more work around our home.

Approximate cost of services:
$10,000.00
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Thanks for adding this great review Sarah. Working with you was very easy and fun. I love designs with a wild feel and a strong native plant emphasis. The raised vegetable garden was also a nice feature to include in the design. I hope the sun is hitting it just right and that you're growing lots of tomatoes, salad greens and herbs! I also really appreciated your concern for water drainage into the ground, and thus your choice of the old world cobble for the parking pad, with wide joints that allows water infiltration. The plants you ended up liking were all my favourites! Let me know if you end up needing that gate or anything else for that matter.
Take care, and say hi to the girls!
- Sal.

Karen
Karen
9 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Front and Backyard Landscaping

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As repeat customers of Under the Sun landscaping, we have been very pleased with the results of their work. Sal and his team have installed a retaining wall, fence and patio in our backyard, and designed and installed a walkway in front of our house, all of which were done to a very high standard. From initial consultation to final clean-up, Under the Sun shows dedication and professionalism. We have had nothing but positive experiences working with this company and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others.

Approximate cost of services:
$8,000.00
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Hi Karen,
Thanks for this great review. And allow me to say too that it is always a pleasure working with you. You and Marc are very kind and easy going and you have a great sense of humour too! I always enjoy a good chuckle on the job! Thanks again for everything.

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More about Under The Sun Ecological Landscaping

Under the Sun Ecological Landscaping is a full service Landscape Contractor and Design company providing design, installation and maintenance to the Greater Toronto Area, Oshawa and Peterborough.
We specialize in ecological, chemical-free, organic landscaping including: organic gardens, carpentry and stone work.

CATEGORIES
Landscape Contractors & Designers and Landscape Architects
SERVICES
Full service Landscape design and installation. Stone work: flagstone patios, stone facing, retaining walls, water features. Interlock: driveways, paths, patios and more. Carpentry: decks, fences, screens, gates, gazebos, trellises, steps and more. Gardens: Vegetable gardens, edible landscaping, low maintenance gardens, native gardens, butterfly gardens, rain gardens and more. Irrigation: automatic irrigation systems, drip, spray and low flow irrigation. Organic Landscaping Toronto, Oshawa and Peterborough
SPECIALITIES
Ecological landscaping. Chemical-free gardens. Stone work, Carpentry and Organic Gardens Organic Landscaping
WEBSITE
https://www.ecologicallandscaping.ca
YEAR ESTABLISHED
2007
PAYMENT METHOD
E Transfer, Cash and Cheque.
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
2 years
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