Business Details
25 Years
experience
Custom Landscaping Services in San Jose | CAL Landscaping
CAL Landscaping has been designing and installing custom outdoor living spaces in Silicon Valley and the greater San Jose area for over two decades. Our approach begins by understanding how clients intend to use their outdoor spaces, ensuring every design aligns with their lifestyle and budget. We specialize in integrating hardscapes like walkways, patios, and driveways with softscapes such as drought-tolerant plants, irrigation systems, and lawns. Our team prioritizes sustainability through water-efficient landscaping while maintaining aesthetic appeal.With a focus on client collaboration, we guide projects from initial evaluation to final installation in six structured steps. Our expertise extends to renovating both front and backyard spaces simultaneously, offering cost and time efficiencies. We stand behind our work with a one-year irrigation warranty and a 90-day plant guarantee, ensuring long-term client satisfaction.
Services
Landscape Design
Drought-Tolerant Landscaping
Hardscape Installation
Softscape Services
Retaining Walls
Outdoor Kitchens
Irrigation Systems
Water Features
Garden Renovation
Paver Installation
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer free landscape design with installation purchases.
- Our team has 20+ years of local landscaping experience.
- We specialize in drought-tolerant, water-efficient yards.
- We provide a 1-year irrigation warranty and 90-day plant guarantee.
- Our process prioritizes client input at every design stage.
What people say
Professional and friendly crew
Transformed outdoor living areas
Expert drought-tolerant solutions
Attentive to client needs
High-quality workmanship
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates tailored outdoor spaces by integrating client preferences with budget considerations. We draft detailed plans for hardscapes and softscapes, ensuring functional and aesthetic harmony. The process includes property evaluation, feature selection, and budget alignment, culminating in a finalized design ready for installation.
Drought-Tolerant Landscaping
We specialize in drought-tolerant landscaping using California-native plants and sustainable practices. This service reduces water consumption while maintaining vibrant, green outdoor spaces. Options include succulents, xeriscapes, and pet-friendly solutions, all designed to lower water bills and environmental impact.
Hardscape Installation
Our hardscape services include walkways, patios, driveways, and retaining walls using durable materials like pavers and concrete. We offer customizable patterns and colors to match property aesthetics. Projects combine functionality with visual appeal, enhancing usability and property value through expert installation.
Softscape Services
Softscape services focus on living elements like plants, trees, and irrigation systems. We select drought-resistant vegetation suited to local climates and client preferences. Installation includes sod, shrubs, and irrigation systems designed for low maintenance and long-term vitality.
Outdoor Kitchens
We design and install outdoor kitchens tailored to client lifestyles. Features include durable countertops, grilling stations, and weather-resistant storage. These spaces integrate seamlessly with patios or backyards, enhancing outdoor entertaining while maintaining aesthetic cohesion with surrounding landscapes.
People
Norm Ugai
CEO & Lead Designer
Norm Ugai founded CAL Landscaping in 2001 after a career in mechanical engineering. He combines technical precision with creative design to craft functional outdoor spaces. His leadership emphasizes client collaboration and sustainable practices, ensuring projects meet both aesthetic and environmental goals.
Questions
What services does CAL Landscaping offer?
We provide full-service landscaping including design, hardscapes, softscapes, drought-tolerant solutions, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens.
Do you offer free landscape design?
Yes, we include complimentary design services with any installation purchase, valued at $4,485 nationally.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Silicon Valley and the greater San Jose area, including Santa Clara County.
What warranties do you provide?
We guarantee irrigation systems for one year and plants for 90 days post-installation.
How long does installation take?
Timelines vary by project scope but typically range from 4 to 6 weeks for full yard renovations.
How do you tailor designs to client needs?
We begin by understanding your lifestyle and outdoor usage goals, then customize designs to match your preferences and budget.
