Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Premier Landscaping Partner in Murrieta, CA
At McCabe's Nursery & Landscape, we blend artistry with expertise to transform outdoor spaces across Southern California. Since 2002, our family-owned business has been a beacon of innovation and reliability in landscape design, construction, and maintenance. Our team of skilled designers, builders, and maintenance specialists brings passion and precision to every project, creating sustainable landscapes that reflect each homeowner's individuality. As a licensed and insured contractor (#864648) and member of the California Landscape Contractors Association, we prioritize transparency, trust, and personalized service.With over two decades of experience, we've perfected a holistic approach that includes detailed 3D design visualization, dedicated construction crews, and comprehensive maintenance programs. Our commitment to quality is evident in our award-winning work, which spans modern elegance to rustic charm, all while maintaining a deep understanding of Southern California's climate and soil conditions. We take pride in being more than landscapers - we're partners in crafting personal outdoor sanctuaries that evolve with our clients' needs.
Services
Landscape Design
Construction
Maintenance
Poolscapes
Hardscaping
Irrigation
Plant Care
Artificial Turf
Retaining Walls
Outdoor Living
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- 20+ years serving Southern California communities with local expertise
- Licensed and insured contractor with professional liability coverage
- Award-winning team with personalized 3D design visualization
- Full-service provider from concept to maintenance completion
- Transparent pricing and detailed project documentation
What people say
Accommodating and friendly staff
Quality workmanship
Timely project completion
Warranty on plants
Personalized designs
Services
Landscape Design
Our award-winning design team creates customized 3D landscape plans tailored to your property and lifestyle. Using advanced visualization technology, we help you preview your outdoor space before construction begins. Our process includes site analysis, style inventory, and material selection to ensure functional, aesthetically pleasing results that maximize your property's potential.
Landscape Construction
From concept to completion, our experienced crews deliver high-quality landscape installations. We specialize in hardscaping, softscaping, and outdoor living features like patios, retaining walls, and water elements. Our dedicated teams work exclusively on one project at a time to ensure attention to detail and timely completion.
Poolscapes
We create custom pool and spa combinations that integrate seamlessly with your landscape. Our designs include complete outdoor living spaces with patios, shade structures, and surrounding gardens. We handle all aspects from excavation to final finishes, ensuring a cohesive, functional backyard oasis that enhances your lifestyle.
Maintenance
Our maintenance division provides ongoing care to preserve your landscape investment. Services include lawn mowing, irrigation management, plant care, and seasonal cleanups. We offer customized plans with optional add-ons like aeration and weed control to keep your property looking pristine year-round.
Outdoor Living
We design and build complete outdoor living spaces featuring patios, pergolas, fire features, and outdoor kitchens. Our hardscaping experts use premium materials like natural stone, pavers, and Alumawood to create durable, beautiful spaces for entertainment and relaxation that complement your home's architecture.
People
Melissa McCabe Navaroli
President & Chief Design Officer
Melissa leads our design team with over 20 years in landscape architecture. She holds advanced degrees in management and law, combining legal precision with creative vision to ensure every project meets both aesthetic and regulatory standards.
John McCabe
Director of Sales & Business Development
Founder of McCabe's Nursery in 2002, John transitioned to landscape contracting after 20 years in pharmaceutical sales. His business acumen and TEDx speaking experience drive our strategic growth and client relationships.
Helene McCabe
Director of Finance and Compliance
Co-founder with John, Helene brings decades of project management experience. Her financial expertise ensures transparent billing and compliance while maintaining the company's operational stability since its inception.
Jason Navaroli
Director of Strategic Planning
With multiple advanced degrees in business and finance, Jason oversees project planning and cost estimation. His Krav Maga expertise translates to effective team leadership and problem-solving in complex projects.
Miguel Salazar
Construction Superintendent
Bilingual in English and Spanish, Miguel has over 15 years managing construction crews. His hands-on approach ensures quality control across all projects while mentoring our skilled installation teams.
Questions
What landscaping services do you offer in Southern California?
We provide full-service landscaping including design, construction, and maintenance. Specialties include poolscapes, hardscaping, irrigation systems, and outdoor living spaces tailored to Southern California's climate.
How does your 3D design process work?
Our 3D design process creates interactive visualizations of your landscape before construction. Using geo-located models, you can see daylight effects and material choices to make informed decisions about your project.
Do you offer financing options for landscaping projects?
Yes, we offer financing options to help make your dream landscape more accessible. Our team can explain available plans during your initial consultation.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Temecula Valley, Murrieta, Hemet, Menifee, Wildomar, Winchester, French Valley, De Luz, La Cresta, and surrounding Wine Country regions of Southern California.
How do you handle project timelines and scheduling?
Each project gets dedicated crews working Monday-Friday. We provide detailed timelines during planning and maintain open communication to keep you informed of progress and any schedule changes.
What maintenance services are available after installation?
Our maintenance division offers lawn care, irrigation management, plant care, and seasonal cleanups. We create customized plans to preserve your landscape investment year-round.
Reviews (6)
HvyMtlKng Edc
Apr 05, 2022
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John is very thorough with what he does, as the customer we often over simplify things in our heads but if it was that simple we wouldn't need to hire professionals. John has been doing this for so long that sitting down with him was a huge benefit to my home and our landscaping just on its own. We all want what we want but sometimes what we want isn't what is best. John was able to educate me on what I wanted vs the time I have to manage it all AND suggest alternative options I had not considered. Top notch customer service, attention to detail, and quality of work! I can't recommend McCabes Landscaping enough to those who want a professionally designed and installed yard both back and front.
Mike Wahl
Mar 06, 2022
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BEWARE! I would stay away from this company. If you expect quality and a lasting product, McCabe's is not the company to use for any Landscape improvements in my opinion. The pictures attached are what happened less than a year and half of owning/using my outdoor gas firepit. When I reached out to them, I was told they only warrant for a year, and they would charge me to repair "their work". I had issues from the beginning and had to watch every detail of their work.
The cracks in the concrete are less than two years old. Their workers even left trash, cigarette butts in my yard as they worked. My experience was the owner came out, fancy brochure, make you feel they do top quality work, but from my experience, did not get any of that. I even paid more with them than other quotes I received. I am so disappointed as we spent our hard earned money on what we hoped was going to be beautiful addition to our family backyard for years to come. BEWARE! Please take a look at the photos.
The cracks in the concrete are less than two years old. Their workers even left trash, cigarette butts in my yard as they worked. My experience was the owner came out, fancy brochure, make you feel they do top quality work, but from my experience, did not get any of that. I even paid more with them than other quotes I received. I am so disappointed as we spent our hard earned money on what we hoped was going to be beautiful addition to our family backyard for years to come. BEWARE! Please take a look at the photos.
M. Shiv
Jan 23, 2022
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Initial consultation was great and we loved the overall design. Price was higher than other quotes but we felt it was worth it for the knowledge and service. Start date was pushed back over a month with no communication from the business but when they finally started, the crew did a great job and kept the site clean. We noticed after the final 1/3rd payment that the stones they used were incorrect.
After sending an email, we were told, without our approval, that they were unable to source the stone we wanted and picked out something very different. Initial response from the company took no fault so I stopped payment on the check. The next few weeks were filled with inconsistent payment numbers and threats of a lien on the home. This company takes zero pride in customer concerns and will use the contract as a cudgel. If you decide to go with them, sign the contract only with attorney approval, avoid the horrid lighting package and be aware of incompetent project managers.
After sending an email, we were told, without our approval, that they were unable to source the stone we wanted and picked out something very different. Initial response from the company took no fault so I stopped payment on the check. The next few weeks were filled with inconsistent payment numbers and threats of a lien on the home. This company takes zero pride in customer concerns and will use the contract as a cudgel. If you decide to go with them, sign the contract only with attorney approval, avoid the horrid lighting package and be aware of incompetent project managers.
Tami Eiden
Dec 15, 2021
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Update: We have been waiting since September to have dead plants replaced. They keep telling us "next week" then never show up. It has almost been four months that we've had dead plants in our yard that they guaranteed to replace. They expect us to keep the dead plants there, otherwise they wont replace them. This is terrible customer service. I feel as though now that we've already paid they no longer care about honoring their plant replacement commitment.
I know they have the ability to replace these plants considering they were just at our neighbors house doing their yard. Don't trust their plant guarantee! Their yard maintenance crew isn't thorough and they are unable to troubleshoot issues with smart irrigation clocks. I decided I was better off doing the yard myself.
I know they have the ability to replace these plants considering they were just at our neighbors house doing their yard. Don't trust their plant guarantee! Their yard maintenance crew isn't thorough and they are unable to troubleshoot issues with smart irrigation clocks. I decided I was better off doing the yard myself.
David McStay
May 30, 2021
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Just had our backyard designed and landscaped by McCabe Landscape Construction. Very happy with their work. They were professional, creative, and polite. They did exactly what they said they would do, and on time and on budget. Loved that they are a local family owned business. I highly recommend this company for all of your landscaping needs!
Connie Speck
Feb 09, 2021
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We hired McCabe's to design and install our landscaping. They listened carefully to our needs and wants and designed a beautiful space for us. The yard is full of color, and I've never seen so many hummingbirds in our yard. The transformation was completed on time, and the crew was friendly and helpful. I recommend them highly.
