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Val’s Landscaping
This pro is currently not available for Outdoor Landscaping and Design
This pro is currently not available for Outdoor Landscaping and Design
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About
We’re a small, dedicated team with 5 years of experience helping homeowners keep their yards looking their best. From full-service lawn care and mowing to landscaping, mulching, weeding, and gardening, my focus is always on quality, not cutting corners.
I take the time to understand what you want and make sure every detail is done right, whether it’s installing sod or artificial turf, trimming shrubs, planting trees, cleaning gutters, pressure washing, or even snow plowing when winter hits.
You’ll work with a team that shows up, works carefully, and doesn’t leave until you’re 100% happy with the results.
If you’re ready to improve your outdoor space and keep it looking great, let’s talk about your project.
Overview
Hired 97 times
Background checked
3 employees
5 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, and Venmo.
Top Pro status
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2025
Services offered
Softscaping
Lay grass or sod
Lay artificial turf
Plant trees or shrubs
Trim trees/shrubs
Work needed
Smaller landscape changes
Larger landscape changes
Complete renovation
Hardscaping
Retaining wall
Artificial turf
Driveway
Boulders or stones
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Gregory L.
May 31, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
Valera and his crew did a tremendous job! A great value for someone very knowledgeable on the matter. Made an issue we have had with our garden involving weed growth and overall presentation a non-issue. Great value as well for also providing so much material to the job itself. I highly recommend his business to anyone needing work done to their yard or garden.
Details: Residential • Maintain an existing garden • Extra small (less than 1,000 sq ft) • Yes, I will provide plants • I don't need a sprinkler or drip system installed • No, this is a one-time project • Mulching
Gardening
Shaun G.
Apr 16, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
Val came and cleared all our weeds out of our flower beds, laid new mulch, and planted a few things for us. Quick and kept in communication the whole time. Recommend his services for anyone looking for landscaping work!
Details: Complete renovation like replacing soil or hardscape services • Plant trees or shrubs • Remove trees or shrubs • Plant flower beds • Apply mulch • Front yard • Side yard • No, one-time project • Home
Outdoor Landscaping and Design
Eric M.
Mar 26, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
Amazing job with both my yards. Very knowledgeable with landscaping and communicative. I Trust him with any future jobs.
Details: Complete renovation like replacing soil or hardscape services • I'm flexible • Patio - pavers or stone • Walkway - pavers or stone • Back yard • No, one-time project • Home
Outdoor Landscaping and Design
Shih W.
May 1, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
Val is the best deal. I have three vacant properties locate in different cities: Portsmouth, Norkfolk, and Virginia Beach. The person cut my grass last year became less responsive. Therefore, I contracted Val two weeks ago. Val is so honest about his quotes. I highly recommend Val.
Details: Home • Every 2 weeks • 5,000 - 10,000 sq ft (0.11-0.23 acres) • Tall (up to 12 in) • Mulch • No, I don't need to be there
Lawn Mowing and Trimming
Alina W.
Nov 15, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
He came out on a Saturday morning and got my yard cleaned up in just 40 mins. Great communication and fair pricing. Will definitely hire again for future projects!
Details: One time only • Residential • Less than 1,000 sq ft (<0.02 acres) • Leaf clean-up • Weeding and prevention • Standard grass (under 6 inches) • Yes, I must be present
Full Service Lawn Care
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Valera Swearngin