Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Charleston Landscaping Partner
Coastal Landscape Design was founded in 2006 by Pete Tufts, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in the landscaping industry. Our company specializes in comprehensive landscape solutions, including design, installation, and maintenance services for residential and commercial properties across the Charleston, South Carolina area. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality work that combines functionality with aesthetic appeal, utilizing sustainable practices and locally sourced materials. Our team is committed to understanding each client's unique needs, ensuring personalized service that exceeds expectations.With a focus on customer satisfaction, we offer tailored solutions for outdoor living spaces, hardscaping, irrigation systems, and pool installations. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our licensed and insured status, as well as the numerous positive testimonials from satisfied clients throughout the Lowcountry region. We strive to maintain our reputation as a trusted partner in creating beautiful, enduring landscapes that enhance property value and quality of life.
Services
Residential Landscaping
Commercial Landscaping
Landscape Design
Pool Installation
Sustainability Solutions
Native Plant Services
Outdoor Living Areas
Outdoor Kitchens
Paver Patios
Retaining Walls
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of landscaping expertise with a hands-on owner
- Comprehensive services from design to installation and maintenance
- Sustainable practices using native plants and permeable materials
- Licensed, insured, and consistently top-rated by clients
- Specialized in solving complex drainage and outdoor living challenges
What people say
Professional and responsive team
High-quality work exceeded expectations
Creative drainage solutions
Excellent communication throughout projects
Significantly increased property value
Services
Residential Landscaping
We create customized residential landscapes combining aesthetic appeal with functional design. Our services include plant installation, irrigation systems, and hardscaping solutions tailored to Charleston's climate. Each project receives a one-year warranty for trees and shrubs, with expert guidance on post-installation care. Our team ensures long-lasting results that enhance property value and outdoor living experiences.
Landscape Design
Our professional design team develops site-specific plans incorporating client preferences and environmental considerations. We offer scaled drawings for projects ranging from small gardens to large-scale developments. The process includes on-site consultations, material selection guidance, and comprehensive installation estimates. Our designs prioritize sustainability while maximizing usability and visual appeal for both residential and commercial properties.
Pool Installation
We specialize in custom pool installations featuring shotcrete, fiberglass, and alternative finishes. Our full-service approach includes engineering, permitting, and layout design with CAD precision. We handle all aspects from excavation to final detailing, ensuring compliance with local regulations. Our expertise extends to pool/spa combinations and energy-efficient designs that integrate seamlessly with outdoor living spaces.
Outdoor Kitchens
We design and build premium outdoor kitchens with weather-resistant materials and high-end appliances. Our layouts optimize workflow with designated cooking, dining, and entertainment zones. Services include countertop installation, custom cabinetry, and integrated lighting solutions. Each project combines durability with sophisticated design to create lasting value and enhance outdoor entertaining capabilities.
Sustainability Solutions
Our sustainable practices include xeriscaping, permeable paving systems, and native plant selection to reduce water consumption. We implement stormwater management solutions like rain gardens and vegetative swales to minimize environmental impact. Our team educates clients on energy-efficient landscaping techniques that lower utility costs while maintaining aesthetic appeal and ecological balance in Charleston's unique ecosystem.
People
Pete Tufts
Owner
With over 20 years in landscaping, Pete Tufts founded Coastal Landscape Design in 2006 after managing large-scale projects in Northern Virginia. He oversees all operations, applying extensive experience in design, installation, and sustainable practices. Pete maintains hands-on involvement in every project, ensuring quality execution and client satisfaction. His expertise spans residential and commercial landscapes, with a focus on solving complex drainage and outdoor living challenges.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide landscaping services throughout Charleston County including Charleston, Mount Pleasant, James Island, West Ashley, Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, and Johns Island.
What landscaping services do you offer?
We offer full-service landscaping including design, installation, and maintenance for residential and commercial properties. Specialties include hardscaping, pool installation, outdoor kitchens, and sustainable landscaping solutions.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, Coastal Landscape Design is fully licensed and insured to provide landscaping services in South Carolina, covering all aspects of our operations including hardscaping and pool construction.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we serve both residential homeowners and commercial clients including builders, developers, and HOAs throughout the Charleston area with customized landscaping solutions.
What makes your landscaping approach sustainable?
We implement sustainable practices through native plant selection, permeable paving systems, xeriscaping techniques, and stormwater management solutions that reduce environmental impact while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
How do you handle complex landscaping challenges?
Our team specializes in solving complex issues like drainage problems and difficult terrain through customized design solutions and expert installation techniques developed over 18 years of local experience.
Reviews (4)
Tim Brennan
Jun 16, 2021
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It's been about six months since the crew completed a major job. What started out as a retaining wall replacement, turned into a full yard redesign and fixes to serious builder mistakes. Pete managed all the changes, interruptions, and client (us) "second thoughts, " with patience and professionalism. In these six months we have enjoyed the results thoroughly and would recommend he and his crew again.
Logan Livers
May 10, 2021
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Pete Tufts and his crew built a specialized Cabana from beautiful Western Red Wood Cedar with meticulous detail to quality. Plus, Pete took my ideas and added greater depth and dimension to the project that really accentuated the size and beauty of the Cabana. We will be working with Pete on future projects. Logan Livers
Pete Schoenbrodt
May 08, 2021
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I have been trying for over 2 months to have about 6 sprinkler heads replaced. They came out looked at the sprinklers. They hold me that i needed 6 heads replaced, that was shortly after i talked with then the first time. Have called left messages, talked to a lady a number of times, she told me that she will give PETE the message and put them on his chair or desk, I know it has been about 3 times.
One time i talked to PETE, he told me that all he was waiting for was a appointment date to be set up. The next time i told the lady that anytime will be good. She told me that i don't have to be there and that they will send me a bill in the mail. I guess that i am to small of a job for them to take care of or something. I like to support my local business before the state we are in and should support them even more now of days. I am a partner in a local business in Columbia, if we treated our customers like this we would not be in business very long. Good Lock to you that are thing of useing Coastal Landscape Design PETE
One time i talked to PETE, he told me that all he was waiting for was a appointment date to be set up. The next time i told the lady that anytime will be good. She told me that i don't have to be there and that they will send me a bill in the mail. I guess that i am to small of a job for them to take care of or something. I like to support my local business before the state we are in and should support them even more now of days. I am a partner in a local business in Columbia, if we treated our customers like this we would not be in business very long. Good Lock to you that are thing of useing Coastal Landscape Design PETE
Paul Bench
Feb 22, 2021
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We hired Pete/CLD to redo our awful yard that a prominent spec builder goofed up. Pete was always courteous and communicative, and his team was extremely detail oriented in ensuring the job was done right. Pete took my rough idea and turned it into a great completed product! They installed a 50ft retaining wall and about 700 SQ ft of a rock salt finished patio. They were priced extremely competitively, and I feel like we got an excellent value. Seeing that they are a popular choice in Charleston, we had to wait a little to get the project started, but it was well worth it in the end.
I would highly reccomend them to anyone needing a patio or yard designed. We got quotes from 4 local contractors, but none of them seemed to truly enjoy their work like Pete, he is obviously passionate about what he does, as is his team.
I would highly reccomend them to anyone needing a patio or yard designed. We got quotes from 4 local contractors, but none of them seemed to truly enjoy their work like Pete, he is obviously passionate about what he does, as is his team.
