Business Details
32 Years
experience
Award-Winning Landscaping Services in Southwest Virginia
Founded in 1994, Green Acres has established itself as a leader in landscape architecture and construction across Southwest Virginia and Smith Mountain Lake. Our team, led by Bill Garrena Certified Landscape Architect with over 30 years of hands-on experiencespecializes in creating seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces. We prioritize client satisfaction through personalized design consultations, meticulous construction oversight, and the use of premium materials that ensure longevity. Our expertise spans landscapes, hardscapes, and waterscapes, with a focus on enhancing property value while minimizing maintenance. As a Virginia Class A Contractor, we guarantee 5-year unconditional warranties on most hardscape projects and maintain a 100% plant survival rate.Our commitment to excellence has earned us multiple awards, including Best of Show at the Greater Roanoke Home & Garden Show. We serve both residential and commercial clients, offering phased project execution to accommodate budgetary and scheduling needs. Our single-point responsibility model ensures clear communication and accountability throughout every project. With certifications in concrete paver installation, arboriculture, and historic preservation, we combine technical precision with artistic vision. Our dedication to sustainable practices and local climate-appropriate plant selection further distinguishes our work in the industry.
Services
Landscape Design
Hardscaping
Waterscapes
Patios
Retaining Walls
Outdoor Kitchens
Swimming Pools
Fireplaces
Masonry Projects
Lighting
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined experience in landscape architecture
- Our single-point responsibility model ensures clear project accountability
- We provide 5-year unconditional warranties on hardscape construction
- Our team includes ISA Certified Arborists and concrete paver specialists
- We maintain a 100% plant survival rate guarantee
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates customized outdoor spaces that blend aesthetics with functionality. We conduct detailed consultations to understand your vision, then develop scaled plans incorporating plants, hardscapes, and existing elements. With over 30 years of experience and a 100% plant survival guarantee, we ensure long-term satisfaction. Our designs maximize property value while minimizing maintenance through climate-appropriate plant selection.
Hardscaping
Specializing in patios, retaining walls, and walkways, our hardscaping combines traditional masonry with modern interlocking systems. Certified installers with 70+ combined years of experience ensure structural integrity and water management solutions. We offer 5-year unconditional warranties on most projects, using premium materials that withstand Virginia's climate while enhancing property aesthetics and functionality.
Waterscapes
From tranquil water gardens to dramatic waterfalls, our waterscapes create focal points that elevate outdoor spaces. Our team designs custom solutions integrating natural elements with technical precision. Each project includes detailed planning and professional installation, ensuring lasting beauty and proper water management. We incorporate client preferences with practical considerations for low-maintenance, year-round enjoyment.
Outdoor Kitchens
We design and build custom outdoor kitchens that extend living spaces into nature. Using durable, weather-resistant materials, our installations feature premium appliances and functional layouts tailored to your entertaining needs. Projects include integrated lighting and storage solutions, with seamless transitions to surrounding landscapes. All work includes comprehensive warranties and maintenance considerations.
Retaining Walls
Our retaining walls solve slope challenges while adding aesthetic value. Certified craftsmen use interlocking systems and traditional masonry techniques to create structures that manage water flow and prevent soil erosion. Projects incorporate decorative elements like natural stone facades, with engineering solutions ensuring long-term stability. We offer lifetime quality guarantees backed by decades of technical expertise.
People
Bill Garren
Certified Landscape Architect
Bill Garren, founder of Green Acres, is a Magna Cum Laude graduate in Horticulture with 30+ years of experience. He holds certifications as an ISA Certified Arborist, Concrete Paver Installer, and NCMA Level 1 SRW Installer. Bill oversees all projects personally, combining engineering precision with artistic vision to deliver award-winning designs that exceed client expectations.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Southwest Virginia including Blacksburg, Lynchburg, Roanoke, Smith Mountain Lake, and surrounding counties like Bedford, Franklin, and Pulaski.
What certifications do your team members have?
Our team includes ISA Certified Arborists, Certified Concrete Paver Installers, and NCMA Level 1 SRW Installers with over 70 combined years of experience.
What warranties do you offer?
We provide 5-year unconditional warranties on most hardscape construction and guarantee 100% plant survival through proper climate-appropriate selection.
How long have you been in business?
Green Acres has provided landscaping solutions since 1994, with Bill Garren's experience dating back to 1993 in landscape architecture.
Can projects be done in phases?
Yes, we offer phased project execution to accommodate budgetary constraints and scheduling needs while maintaining design integrity throughout the process.
How do you ensure project quality?
Bill Garren personally oversees every project from design through construction, ensuring technical precision, material quality, and adherence to our 5-year warranty standards.
Reviews (1)
Paul Madden
Feb 25, 2019
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Bill and his crew are second to none. My wife and I used their services in March to turn an unused part of out yard into an outdoor oasis. Bill's creativity go beyond anything we imagined. We were very comfortable to let him build the space. He and his crew were very punctual, had great communication, and finished in a timely fashion. I would highly recommend, and will be using them for any future hardscaping/landscaping needs. I truly can't say enough good things about this company. A GEM for sure!
