Dartmouth is older than most of what we work in, and it shows in the yards. A lot of these properties went up between the 1960s and the 1980s, so the original retaining walls, steps and driveways are reaching the end of their life all at once. Add the slope on lots running down toward Banook, MicMac and the harbour and water becomes the thing that decides whether the rest of the yard holds up. We dig, grade and build across Dartmouth with our own crew. No subs, no handoffs, and Jack is on pretty much every site.
Most of what we get called for in Dartmouth falls into four jobs. Replacing a wall or a set of steps that has given out on an older property. Fixing water that has nowhere to go on a sloped lot. Putting in a patio or driveway that will not sink in three years. And taking over the maintenance on a property that has got away from its owner. Sod, garden beds, planting and grading come along with all of them.
✓ Sod installation. Fresh Nova Scotia-grown sod from $2.50/sq ft installed.
✓ Paver patios. Custom layouts in herringbone or running bond from $30/sq ft.
✓ Retaining walls. Segmental block and natural armour stone from $75/sq ft.
✓ Garden bed design and installation. Mulching, edging, planting.
✓ Yard grading and drainage correction.
✓ Concrete and paver walkways and driveways.
✓ Full-season property maintenance contracts from $1,000/season.
The ground under a Dartmouth yard is rarely uniform. These neighbourhoods were filled and regraded as they were built, so you can hit clay, fill and shale inside one lot. That is why every job starts with what is underneath. Grading that moves water away from the house before anything decorative goes in. Pavers on six to ten inches of compacted crushed stone. Polymeric joint sand that stays where you put it. Walls with drainage behind them so frost has somewhere to push. Freeze thaw is what pulls landscapes apart here, and the base is the part that survives it.
Price depends on size, access and what is already on the site. Access matters more in Dartmouth than most places, because older streets and tight side yards decide whether a machine can get in or the work has to be done by hand. We walk the property, then send one flat written quote within 24 hours. No ballparks over the phone.
✓ Sod installation: from $2.50/sq ft installed
✓ Paver patios: from $30/sq ft installed
✓ Retaining walls: from $75/sq ft installed
✓ Yard drainage: from $150/hour for excavator and operator
✓ Full-season property maintenance: from $1,000/season
✓ Excavation and grading: $150/hour machine, $75/hour labour
How much does landscaping cost in Dartmouth?
Most Dartmouth residential landscape projects range from $3,000 for smaller installs (sod, beds, edging) to $30,000+ for full backyard transformations with hardscape, walls, and drainage. We send flat written quotes within 24 hours of the site visit.
When is the best time to landscape in Dartmouth?
May through October is the active landscape season in Dartmouth. Spring (May to mid-June) and fall (September to early October) are the best windows for sod, garden beds, and most installs. Hardscape can run later into the fall if the ground has not frozen.
Do you handle drainage problems?
Yes. Drainage correction, regrading, French drains, and surface water management are part of our excavation services. Most Dartmouth landscape failures are actually drainage failures underneath.
Do you offer landscape design?
Yes. We design and build under one roof. Bring us a vision or a list of needs and we will sketch a plan, then build it.
Are you insured?
Yes. Doucet is fully licensed and insured with WCB coverage. Proof of insurance available on request before any project starts.
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What you get working with Doucet
Transparent Pricing
We believe in transparent pricing and will provide you with a detailed estimate upfront, so you know exactly what to expect. There are no hidden fees or surprises - just honest, straightforward pricing that fits your budget.
Attention to Detail
We take pride in our attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of your landscape is meticulously planned and executed. From selecting the right plants to ensuring proper drainage and irrigation, we leave no stone unturned in creating a beautiful and functional outdoor space.
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Your satisfaction is our top priority. We stand behind our work and offer a satisfaction guarantee, so you can have peace of mind knowing that your landscape is in good hands.
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Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville, Tantallon, Chester, Hubbards, and surrounding HRM communities
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