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Waterloo Outdoor Design Build

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,859 reviewed · 240 listed · Scored from 37 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(37) 79 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
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Waterloo Outdoor Design Build
Services
Lawn Care & Maintenance, Landscape Lighting, Hardscaping & Patios
Reviews
37

What recent reviews say

Waterloo delivers polished yard transformations backed by strong communication and meticulous design work. Marian leads design sessions that build owner buy-in early, while Frank manages build phases with crews that arrive on time, keep sites clean, and work independently. Most owners report zero project friction and lasting satisfaction with native plantings, hardscaping, and outdoor living spaces.

The one consistent caveat: owners must stay present during construction to catch details and hold subcontractors accountable. An early calculation error and a mid-project delay underscore that Waterloo responds best when you're actively engaged, not merely trusting the process alone.

Praised for
  • responsive communication
  • attention to detail and craftsmanship
  • collaborative design process
  • on-time delivery
  • professional and reliable crew
  • transformed yards and curb appeal
Watch-outs
  • requires client oversight during construction
  • subcontractor accountability gaps
  • calculation errors causing delays
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Best for: Homeowners wanting a full yard overhaul with design leadership and who can stay engaged during the build phase.
Think twice if: Be on site frequently during construction to catch errors early. Waterloo relies on subcontractors and won't always step in if details slip.

Strengths

  • Design-first approach with Marian leading collaborative sessions
  • Frank's crew executes on schedule with minimal site management needed
  • Long-standing relationships (clients return for multi-phase projects)
  • Native plant expertise and post-installation plant swaps offered

Worth knowing

  • Marian Mayer (designer) and Frank (build lead) named and praised across multiple reviews
  • Multi-phase projects completed, with clients returning for phases 2-4
  • Custom steel planters and edging, limestone step rebuilds, cedar fencing, and outdoor kitchens praised
  • Post-installation care: team checks on plant health and swaps underperformers
  • Collaborated with commercial client (KVUE ABC Television newsroom courtyard redesign)

What reviews say by service

Landscape Design & Installation
Collaborative design sessions with visuals; transformations praised across small and large scope projects
Hardscaping & Patios
Custom steel edging, limestone steps, poured concrete steps, and patios consistently complimented
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Native plant selection and low-maintenance landscape design praised; post-install plant swaps offered
Landscape Lighting
Low-voltage lighting integrated into designs mentioned positively but not detailed
Tree Services
Intentional care for existing plants and seedlings noted; preservation praised

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.71 average across the 200 landscape design & installation businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 70% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 88
Review volume 69
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 69
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Contact

Last verified 2026-07-05

Opening hours

Monday
08:00-17:00
Tuesday
08:00-17:00
Wednesday
08:00-17:00
Thursday
08:00-17:00
Friday
08:00-17:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

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Services listed
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Common questions

Do you work on small projects?
Yes. A reviewer with a small scope project reported Waterloo was willing to Zoom and discuss options when other companies wouldn't engage.
Will you check on my plants after installation?
Yes. The team checks in to see how plants are doing and swaps underperformers to match your conditions.
Can you work with an existing budget?
Yes. Marian value-engineers designs per client request to keep final budgets reasonable.

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Last updated 2026-07-05