Landscaper in Citrus Heights, CA
Established Neighborhoods, Yards That Deserve an UpdateCitrus Heights is a mature city with homes built mostly between the 1960s and 1990s. A lot of those yards have never been updated. We renovate established landscapes and build new ones that work for how people actually live today.
Based in Orangevale, about 6 miles from Citrus Heights. Same crew, every project.
Serving Citrus Heights Yards Near Familiar Places
We build landscapes for homes and businesses across Citrus Heights, including properties near:
- Sunrise Mall area and Greenback Lane corridor
- Rusch Community Park and Sylvan Oaks Library
- San Juan Unified School District campus areas
- Antelope Road and Auburn Boulevard neighborhoods
What Citrus Heights Yards Actually Deal With
Aging Irrigation Systems That No Longer Work
Homes built in the 1970s and 80s across Wildwood Estates and Sylvan Park have original irrigation systems that are cracked, improperly zoned, or completely dead. We replace them with modern, water-efficient systems that actually cover the yard.
Overgrown Mature Landscapes
Decades of growth means many Citrus Heights yards have trees that shade out the lawn, shrubs that have overtaken walkways, and root systems that have cracked driveways and patios. We renovate the full landscape so it is functional again.
Cracked Concrete and Failing Hardscape
Sacramento County clay soil expands and contracts with the seasons. Driveways crack, patio slabs shift, and walkways heave. We remove failing hardscape and rebuild it with proper base preparation so it does not crack again.
Drainage Problems in Flat Front and Back Yards
Citrus Heights lots are mostly flat, which means water has nowhere to go after heavy rain. Pooling water damages foundations and kills plants. We install surface drains, French drains, and proper grading to move water off the property cleanly.
Landscape Services We Bring to Citrus Heights
One crew. Start to finish. From first sketch to final walkthrough.
Landscape Design+
Citrus Heights homes in Wildwood Estates and Sylvan Park were built between the 60s and 90s and most yards have never been updated. We draw plans that renovate the full landscape instead of patching pieces.
Landscape Installation+
We install full Citrus Heights renovations, taking out old irrigation, dead lawn, and cracked concrete first. The new yard goes in as one project so the property jumps forward decades in one pass.
Sod Installation+
New sod on Citrus Heights lots needs old irrigation replaced first and soil amended. We prep the base, set new sprinkler zones, then lay sod that can actually root in soil that has been compacted for 40 years.
Retaining Wall Installation+
Older Citrus Heights walls built with timber or dry-stack block are usually failing. We remove them and rebuild with engineered block or stone walls that have proper footings and drainage.
Landscape Lighting+
Path lighting, uplights on mature trees, and downlights on updated patios make Wildwood Estates and Sylvan Park homes feel current at night. We wire low-voltage runs on smart timers.
Irrigation & Sprinkler Systems+
Original 70s and 80s irrigation across Citrus Heights leaks, over-waters, and skips zones. We replace full systems with properly mapped zones, drip for beds, and smart controllers that adjust to weather.
Hardscaping+
Cracked driveways and failing patio slabs are common on Citrus Heights lots. We remove and rebuild with proper base prep so the new hardscape does not crack the second year on Sacramento County clay.
Drainage Solutions+
Flat front and back yards across Citrus Heights pool water after every storm. We install surface drains, French drains, and proper grading so water leaves the property instead of pooling against the foundation.
Commercial Landscaping+
Citrus Heights commercial sites along Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane need renovations more than new builds. We rebuild landscapes for HOAs, offices, and retail properties in one project.
Outdoor Living+
Fire pits, seating areas, and updated patios that bring older Citrus Heights backyards into the current decade. We plan gas and power during install so nothing gets cut through later.
Citrus Heights Neighborhoods We Work In
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Questions About Landscaping in Citrus Heights, CA
Does McGuire Earth Works serve Citrus Heights?+
Yes, we serve Citrus Heights and it is one of our closest service areas, just about 6 miles from our Orangevale base. We work throughout the city's established neighborhoods on landscape renovation, irrigation replacement, hardscape repair and installation, drainage solutions, and retaining walls. Citrus Heights has a lot of homes built between the 1960s and 1990s with landscaping that has not been updated in decades, and renovation work like that is something we do well.
Do you handle both residential and commercial landscaping in Citrus Heights?+
Yes, we work with homeowners and commercial clients in Citrus Heights. Residential work often involves full landscape renovation on older homes, replacing failed irrigation, removing overgrown plantings, repairing or replacing cracked hardscape, and installing updated landscapes that work for how people live today. Commercial work includes landscape design and installation for office properties, retail sites, and HOA common areas. One crew handles everything from start to finish.
How does your process work from first call to finished project?+
We start with a free on-site estimate where we walk the property, talk through your goals, and assess the site conditions. From there we develop a design and scope, get your approval, and schedule the build. One crew handles every phase, design, grading, drainage, hardscape, irrigation, and planting. We do not hand work off to subcontractors. Most projects are completed without interruption so your yard is not left torn up between visits.
Many Citrus Heights homes have original 1970s and 80s irrigation. Do you replace those systems?+
Yes, irrigation replacement is one of the most common projects we handle in Citrus Heights. Original systems from the 1970s and 80s are typically cracked PVC pipe, misaligned heads that water the wrong areas, and controllers that no longer function correctly. We remove the old system completely and install a modern, properly zoned drip and spray system with a smart controller, so the yard gets the right amount of water in the right places without the waste of an outdated setup.
Citrus Heights has a lot of flat lots with drainage problems. Can you fix that?+
Yes, flat lot drainage is something we address on a regular basis in Citrus Heights. When a lot has no natural slope, water from rain and irrigation has nowhere to go, it pools against foundations, kills plants, and creates soggy areas that stay wet for days. We design and install surface grading, French drains, and catch basin systems that give water a clear path off the property. Getting the drainage right first is what allows everything else in the landscape to perform correctly.
Ready to Plan Your Citrus Heights Landscape?
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