Our team at UPL recently completed a transformative backyard landscaping project at a home located in the Whitehawk neighborhood in Omaha, NE. Around the new swimming pool area, we installed retaining walls, a fire pit, stamped concrete, landscape lighting, landscaping, and more to turn our client's backyard into a beautiful oasis. This breathtaking project began with an initial meeting where we learned about our client's vision and discussed all of the details. Then, we used the information we gathered to design the project and select the best materials. Once our client approved the design, we executed the construction phase and brought the plan to life. Our team performed each installation with precise attention to detail to ensure a phenomenal outcome. Continue reading to learn more about this top-notch backyard landscaping project!

Initial Meeting for Backyard Landscaping Project

Pool, firepit and landscaping installed for backyard in Omaha, NE.

During the initial meeting with the homeowner, we walked the property to assess the site conditions and discuss the parameters of their backyard landscaping project. We discussed the location of the swimming pool, drainage, retaining walls, gray and decorative stamped concrete, fire pit, pool bath, landscape lighting, and landscaping. While meeting with customers for the first time, we strive to gather as much information as possible in order to prepare a plan that showcases the project and meets the client's needs. Gathering information also helps us provide an accurate estimate for the client to review.

We have been serving property owners in Omaha, NE, and nearby areas since 2011.

Backyard Landscaping Project Design Process

Lighting installed in backyard in Omaha, NE.

Once the plan for the backyard landscaping project was completed, we met with the client again to discuss the layout of their project and go over any necessary changes or tweaks based on the client’s preferences. After the layout was set in stone, we began the process of honing in on the materials to be used. Generally, we have recommendations listed on the plan to show clients in our showroom. This way, families can see the products in person so they can effectively choose the products they prefer. Once the design process was completed, the construction process began. For this project, we used the following products:

  • Carriage Lights
  • Highland Stone Fire Pit
  • Highland Stone Retaining Wall
  • Stamped Concrete Colors

Construction Process for Backyard Landscaping Project

Landscaping installed for hardscape in Omaha, NE.

At the starting point of this landscaping project, we removed the sod in the backyard and excavated the retaining walls. We then installed crushed rock in the excavated wall trenches and compacted it in place using a vibratory plate compactor. We stacked the walls and built the fire pit. The fire pit had a gas hook-up. The grades were cut and filled for the pool construction and compacted in place. The pool was constructed, and concrete was poured as per the design. The pool bath was installed shortly after that. Lighting was installed on the retaining wall columns. Lastly, landscaping was installed to soften the hardscape.

Our team possesses professional certifications through the Interlocking Concrete Paver Institute and National Concrete Masonry Association.

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Do you want to take your property from good to great? If so, we're here to help. At UPL, we offer a vast selection of professional landscaping services that will take your property to the next level. From retaining wall and fire pit installation to outdoor lighting installation and landscape renovations, we have you covered. Our team provides custom landscaping services to residential and commercial properties, as well as HOAs, in Omaha, NE, and nearby cities like Elkhorn, and Gretna. If you're ready to sign up, call us today at (402) 590-2040 to get on our schedule!