Basic Landscapes, Inc

- 247 E Goebel Dr, Lombard, IL 60148

For homeowners across DuPage County and the western suburbs of Chicago, transforming an ordinary yard into an extraordinary, functional outdoor living space requires more than just gardening—it requires the expertise of a specialized landscape and hardscape general contractor. Basic Landscapes, Inc., located right in Lombard, Illinois, is a premier local business dedicated to designing, building, and maintaining beautiful, durable, and functional outdoor environments. While the term 'general contractor' often applies to full-scale home construction, Basic Landscapes excels as a specialized general contractor, seamlessly managing all facets of complex outdoor projects, from initial design and intricate hardscaping to plant health and final installation. This integrated design-build approach ensures a cohesive, professional result that adds significant beauty and value to your Illinois property.

The firm's philosophy, "Simply Beautiful!," reflects their commitment to blending aesthetic excellence with practical solutions. They are known for addressing complex issues, such as yard drainage and erosion, while simultaneously creating stunning features like custom patios, elegant walkways, and sophisticated outdoor kitchens. The combination of design creativity with certified hardscape construction and arborist knowledge makes them a unique and reliable partner for any significant residential landscape renovation or new installation project in the Illinois region.

Basic Landscapes, Inc. is conveniently situated in the heart of DuPage County, Illinois, serving the local community from their address at 247 E Goebel Dr, Lombard, IL 60148, USA. This Lombard location provides excellent accessibility for managing projects across the western Chicago suburbs, including major service areas like Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Elmhurst, Downers Grove, and Naperville. The central location in Lombard allows their dedicated team and equipment to be dispatched efficiently, ensuring prompt service and project oversight across the region.

The business is dedicated to customer convenience, offering both online appointments and online estimates, making it simple for busy Illinois residents to start their project planning. For those visiting their location or consulting on-site, the premises offer a wheelchair accessible parking lot, demonstrating a commitment to serving all members of the community.

As a full-service landscape designer, arborist, and hardscape contractor operating as a specialized general contractor for outdoor spaces, Basic Landscapes, Inc. provides a vast array of services, covering the entire lifecycle of an outdoor area—from conception to long-term maintenance. Their expertise covers both the 'softscape' (plants, lawn) and 'hardscape' (stone, masonry, structures) elements.

• Custom Landscape Design and Planning: This includes full-service design construction, 3D designs and CAD Design & 3D Rendering, site planning, and landscape architecture services to develop comprehensive landscape plans.
• Hardscape Design and Construction: Specializing in durable and beautiful outdoor structures, their hardscape features include patio design and installation, stone masonry, construction of retaining walls and stone walkways, driveway and walkway paving (Brick, Block and Natural Stone), outdoor step construction, fire features, and permeable pavers.
• Outdoor Living Space Creation: Design and construction of complete outdoor living projects, including Outdoor Kitchens, design of Outdoor Water Features (Fountains And Water Features, Water / Fire Features), and installation of structures like trellises and pergolas.
• Drainage and Stormwater Management: Expert solutions for water issues, including Drainage solutions, Yard drainage, Grading & resloping, Rainwater Harvesting, Stormwater Management, and installation of Subsurface drainage systems and Drain Tile.
• Landscape Installation: Comprehensive landscape installations, including foundation plantings, flower plantings, grass seeding, Sod installation, and pond maintenance.
• Tree and Plant Health Care (Arborist Service): Services provided by a Plant Healthcare Specialist, including Arbor Care, Tree Preservation and Pre construction Planning, Root Flare Remediation, and overall Plant Health consulting.
• Lawn and Garden Maintenance: Regular services such as weekly mowing and blow, Lawn mowing & maintenance, Bed Maintenance (including Bed Weed Control), Turf management, Lawn care, Core Aeration (Aeration And Seed), Mulching, Spring Clean-up, Fertilization, Weed Control, and Lawn pest control.

Choosing the right partner for your major outdoor renovation in Illinois is crucial. Basic Landscapes, Inc. stands out in the competitive Chicagoland area for several key reasons, highlighted by their professional certifications and commitment to quality.

• Integrated Design-Build Model: Unlike firms that only offer maintenance or design, Basic Landscapes provides a seamless, in-house process from initial yard designs and consulting through full landscape construction and long-term management. This continuity minimizes communication gaps and ensures the design vision is executed precisely.
• Certified Hardscape Expertise: The team is an ICPI/NCMA Certified Hardscape Installer, a crucial credential that assures homeowners in Illinois that their patios, walkways, and retaining walls are built to the highest industry standards for longevity and structural integrity.
• Specialization in Drainage and Water Features: Holding the title of an Aquascape Certified RainXchange Professional, the company is highly skilled in both mitigating water issues (drainage solutions) and creating beautiful water-centric features (fountains, ponds, and rainwater harvesting systems).
• Board Certified Master Arborist on Staff: With an International Society Of Arboriculture Member and Board Certified Master Arborist (#IL1729B) on their team, clients benefit from expert care in Tree Preservation and Plant Health, ensuring the longevity and vitality of the living elements of their landscape.
• Positive Local Reputation: Testimonials from satisfied customers like Ron and Judy speak to the high level of professionalism, care, and attention to detail provided by the team, addressing everything from complex water issues to routine bi-weekly bed maintenance.
• Comprehensive Scope: From complex large-scale projects like Custom landscape design and Hardscape Construction to routine Lawn Services and Bed Weed Control, they offer a complete solution for both Residential And Commercial Landscape Services.

For residents in Lombard and the greater western Chicagoland area ready to start their next outdoor project, reaching Basic Landscapes, Inc. is simple and convenient.

• Address: 247 E Goebel Dr, Lombard, IL 60148, USA
• Phone: (630) 220-1344
• Mobile Phone: +1 630-220-1344
• Service Options: Online appointments, Online estimates, and Onsite services are available to accommodate your needs.

Choosing Basic Landscapes, Inc. is a decision to partner with an experienced, certified, and local Illinois contractor who truly understands the unique challenges and opportunities of the region's climate and topography. For many homeowners, the greatest value lies in their ability to manage complex "landscape construction" projects—which involve engineering, drainage, and permanent structures—with the horticultural sensitivity and aesthetic eye of a true Landscape Designer and Arborist.

The firm’s specialization in solutions like grading, subsurface drainage systems, and certified retaining wall construction directly addresses common issues in Illinois properties, often related to seasonal changes and storm water runoff. As one client noted, the team expertly resolved existing "water issues" while creating a "beautiful" patio and retaining wall that serves as a perfect sitting height. This dual capacity—fixing problems while simultaneously building beauty—is what sets them apart. They don't just install a patio; they design an entire Outdoor Living Design Construction that integrates seamlessly with your home's architecture and the natural landscape, ensuring it is built to last through the rigorous Illinois weather cycles. By selecting Basic Landscapes, Inc., you are investing in a comprehensive, end-to-end service that promises a durable, functional, and "simply beautiful" enhancement to your Lombard-area home.

Basic Landscapes, Inc

247 E Goebel Dr, Lombard, IL 60148, USA