Working with the crew at Black Diamond Landscape and Lighting was fantastic. They were highly professional and hardworking. The hard landscape in our front and back yards looks absolutely amazing. Even after the job was completed, they promptly addressed our needs and went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. Steve's expertise and willingness to educate us on proper maintenance was invaluable, and Jake's suggestions and commitment to staying within budget were truly impressive. I wholeheartedly recommend them to my friends and family.

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Submitted by Mike Keng on Tuesday, Jun 25, 2024

5 Star Testimonial by Mike Keng

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We loved working with these guys. Jake, Julio and the rest of the crew worked their tails off to build a beautiful backyard for us. Any issues that came up were handled super quick and professionally. We can't recommend them enough, and everyone who comes over always asks for their info.

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Submitted by Sharon Bendoski on Monday, Jun 10, 2024

5 Star Testimonial by Sharon Bendoski

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I love my new yard! We did a major landscaping job replacing much of our lawn with nice looking rocks, chet, a cement pad, a second set of deck stairs leading to the hot tub, a hot tub and a small flagstone lower deck next to cement one where hot tub is.

I initiated the project with Steve at Black Diamond and worked very closely with him and Jake through entire project. Steve and Jake are the owners and take great pride in doing things right. I appreciated that they knew I was in charge not my husband!

Jeff Hansen who works with Glover Nursery and Black Diamond created the final design. I had no idea what I wanted and let him do his thing and I am thrilled with the result.

Julio lead the work crew and he has many years of experience in landscaping, is meticulous, gave us great ideas and followed through to the end.

My spouse and I were very impressed at how well the work crew worked together as well as their excellent work ethic. They were all pleasant to work with as well, always a pleasant "Good Morning." A nice touch.

I will suggest that if you get landscaping done in March or April while weather is still too cool for new grass seed to germinate properly plan on needing to have them come back and seed.

Heavy equipment and replacement of sprinkler system will tear up the grass in places. They seeded twice and we either didn't water enough or it got too hot too fast as much didn't come up. A tiny problem considering how pleased we are with job as a whole.

I highly recommend this company.

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Submitted by Marcy White on Friday, May 10, 2024

5 Star Testimonial by Marcy White

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Black Diamond was absolutely incredible and I'm recommending them to all my friends and family! Before and after photos show their amazing work but they're so much more than what you see.

I had met with two other landscape companies before someone recommended Black Diamond to me. The first company asked what my budget was before anything regarding the project. When I gave him a broad range he wanted me to tell him exactly how much I was willing to pay. When I wouldn't be specific, he disengaged mentally and acted completely uninterested while I talked about the project. (I'm a woman and am certain misogyny was the issue.) The second company was certainly better but I didn't leave our meeting excited about the project or ready to jump in. I was wary to meet yet another landscaper but since they were recommended, I did. Steve came out to my house and it was a completely different experience from the others. He listened intently to my ideas, saw my vision, and had great suggestions when I asked for advice. He answered all my questions and explained the process clearly. It was amazing to finally have someone that seemed just as excited about my project as me. I was thrilled to sign a contract with Black Diamond and get started.

My second meeting was with Jake, who would manage my project from start to finish. I had the same great experience with him as we talked through specifics and nailed down the details. Then the fun began. Jake and his team are absolutely amazing! They worked non-stop, day in and day out, and were so incredibly respectful and nice. I couldn't believe how they cleaned everything up, sweeping and tidying, every single night before they left. I was also blown away while they were laying the rock in the back yard, I noticed them placing each outline rock meticulously, then walking away a distance to look at it, then go back and move it an inch or two. I actually teared up knowing they were paying as much attention to detail as I would. Throughout the build, I was indecisive on a few things and changed my mind on several things. Jake was as an absolute saint and so patient while helping me make decisions and gracefully making changes I requested to work they had done exactly according to plan.

Beyond planting trees/bushes and laying rock, my project included replacement of the entire previously useless irrigation system all the way from the city pipes, creating a patio with wrap around steps, and moving and extending a fence. Black Diamond's technical skill with construction was invaluable.

I could go on forever with so mny incredible details I know wouldn't have happened with any other company. I absolutely cannot say enough about Black Diamond, Jake, and their entire team. I have them on speed dial to build my patio cover/pergola next, then light up my place. I recommend them 100%.

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Submitted by Erik Peter Wermel on Wednesday, Oct 18, 2023

5 Star Testimonial by Erik Peter Wermel

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Black Diamond Landscapes and Lighting, led by Jake Taylor and Steve George, is a true gem in the landscaping industry. Despite unexpected setbacks, like a fence supply company sending the wrong fence and a hardscape supplier delivering the wrong block, they went above and beyond to ensure we received a stunning fence and a beautiful retaining wall.

From day one, Jake and Steve showcased exceptional professionalism. Their team was punctual, courteous, and excellent communicators. Julio’s expertise in excavation and hardscape install was evident immediately, leaving no doubt about his commitment to his craft and their customers.

Black Diamond's standout quality is their attention to detail. They don't just complete the job; they do it to perfection. Every stone, fence post, and wood piece were meticulously placed, resulting in a yard that exceeded our expectations.

What truly sets them apart is their integrity. When issues arose with materials, they immediately informed us, provided solutions, and worked diligently to resolve them without compromising their quality.

Throughout the project, Jake, Steve, Julio, and their team showed their dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction. They addressed our concerns, answered questions, and incorporated our preferences into the plan creatively. From the first day to the last, their crew arrived at the crack of dawn and worked a full day until we were left with a gorgeous fence and a perfectly aligned retaining wall, which is a testament to Black Diamond's dedication and expertise.

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Submitted by Maureen Reading on Thursday, Sep 21, 2023

5 Star Testimonial by Maureen Reading

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Our entire experience with Black Diamond was fantastic! Jake first hooked us up with a landscape designer to create a comprehensive plan of our project. This really helped us, because we are in no way experts on trees, plants, and their needs. With the plan in hand, we worked closely with Jake to tweak the layout to fit our budget and goals for the new yard.

Black Diamond was able to start our project quite quickly. Job foreman, Julio, impressively coordinated each day’s activities, and worked right alongside his guys. The entire team was delightful.They arrived early every day, and boy did they work hard. Always pleasant, they worked well as a team, and never hesitated to answer questions and make adjustments. They took their jobs very seriously.

Black Diamond showed up every morning, and turned our tired yard into the beautiful oasis we are enjoying today. (See our before and after photos.)

My husband and I highly recommend Black Diamond to anyone looking for quality, honesty, and beautiful work. We give them an A+++++.

Thank you Black Diamond!

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Submitted by Barry Martak on Tuesday, Jun 27, 2023

5 Star Testimonial by Barry Martak

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Not knowing any local landscapers, I did a lot of research before finding Black Diamond Landscaping. I saw their finished projects photos and realized how skilled and detail oriented they were. I started out with a basic budget, but soon after I kept changing adding features that we wanted. So expect to have your budget increase as you make major add-ons. Well worth it! Stephen and Jake are highly talented in creating just exactly what you want. Their skills and landscaping knowledge are amazing! Their whole crew were just as dedicated to make you happy and do the job right. I never heard their crew complaining or yelling. Often they were actually singing. They all treated us like their own family. Now this crew is working for You! Make sure to treat them with respect and treat them right. Offer them drinks and the use of your restroom. They are transforming your yard into your Paradise! On a Friday, I bought good pizza and hot wings for everyone, including the office. Treat everyone like you want to be treated. It goes a long ways. When they clean up, you have no idea that they were there. If they by chance damage something, which is bound to happen, they make sure to fix it and make it right. I would give Black Diamond Landscaping 10 Stars if I could. Thank you Steve, Jake and crew for such an incredible yard for us to enjoy.

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Submitted by Joshua Clay on Monday, Jun 26, 2023

5 Star Testimonial by Joshua Clay

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We utilized Black Diamond Landscaping for a major backyard renovation (large material removal, grading, drainage, turf tear out, in ground trampoline, landscape rock, irrigation work, and electrical work). We interviewed 5 landscapers and Black Diamond stood out for their personable attention to detail. And they actually had a detailed all encompassing bid. They stood by their quote and didn't have any add ons or incidentals.

Steve/Jake brought up things in their consultation that we did not hear from other landscapers which made me feel more confident in contracting with them for a major investment/overhaul to our house. Both Steve and Jake have a tremendous amount of experience in landscaping and electrical and you can be assured that they will do an excellent job. They have a very experienced crew and are extremely thorough where other landscapers are just looking for the next job.

They did a tremendous job and truly revitalized my backyard. Our kids absolutely love the yard and we feel like our house got quite a bit bigger since the project was finished. The pavers they did look incredible and there is a reason for that, they took their time. A lot of work went into prep and finishing. We really feel Black Diamond gave us an incredible value for the money we invested with them.

We will absolutely go back to them in the future and have been recommending them to friends/family in the area. Great company and people, can't go wrong with them.

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