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St. Bonifacius Landscaping & Hardscapes
Exclusive Design-Build Landscaping for St. Bonifacius, MN
Welcome to Freshwater Landscaping. As a premium design-build firm, we specialize in the construction challenges unique to the expanding western edge of the metro. Whether you own a newer home in Hennepin Village requiring an architectural paver patio, or a property near Crown College needing heavy clay drainage correction and hazardous tree removal, our local crews build outdoor solutions designed for long-term stability and elevated property value.
- Fully Insured ($1M+ Liability)
- MCWD-DNR Shoreline Permitting
- Residential Snow Removal
Homeowners around Lake Minnetonka have left us 80+ five-star Google reviews.
Our Landscape Services
Architectural Hardscapes & Estate Design
As St. Bonifacius experiences steady residential expansion, homeowners demand outdoor spaces that balance modern aesthetics with uncompromising structural durability. Our hardscape installations strictly feature high-format pavers and load-bearing natural stone built to withstand severe Minnesota freeze-thaw cycles.
From intimate, plumbed fire pits in Hennepin Village to expansive entertaining spaces near the Dakota Rail Trail, we build on deep aggregate bases for absolute stability.
Structural Hardscape Solutions:
- Paver Patios & High-Traffic Driveways
- Load-Bearing Boulder & Segmental Block Retaining Walls
- Architectural Outdoor Living Rooms & Natural Gas Fire Features
- Low-Voltage LED Landscape Lighting Integration
Professional Tree Services
Whether you are expanding a backyard into an overgrown lot or managing mature trees near your foundation, Freshwater Landscaping provides safe, precision tree services designed to secure structural safety across your property.
If an aggressive tree is threatening your roofline, our technical crews utilize advanced friction-rigging to systematically dismantle the hazardous timber with zero impact to the structures below. We also provide heavy lot clearing to prepare sites for new construction and hardscaping.
Arboriculture Services:
- Friction-Rigged Hazardous Tree Extraction
- Canopy Deadwooding & Building Clearance Pruning
- Commercial Sub-Grade Stump Grinding & Lot Clearing
Heavy Excavation & Drainage Correction
In Carver County's heavy clay soils, aggressive sub-surface water management is the critical foundation of every lasting landscape. Our heavy excavation team focuses on correcting severe drainage failures and executing flawless site prep for new construction.
We use laser-guided transit grading to move runoff away from your foundation, and install high-capacity French drains where grading alone can't keep water out.
Excavation & Site Work:
- Laser-Guided Transit Grading for Dense Clay Soils
- High-Capacity French Drains & Catch Basin Installations
- Heavy Brush Removal & Multi-Acre Lot Clearing
- Foundation Sloping & Sump Pump Line Extensions
Serving St. Bonifacius & the Surrounding Area
We bring heavy landscape construction, technical arborist crews, and drainage excavation teams to properties throughout St. Bonifacius and the surrounding Lake Minnetonka area.
Serving St. Bonifacius' Finest Neighborhoods:
- Hennepin Village
- Crown College Area
- Highway 7 Corridor
- Dakota Rail Trail
- Main Street Vicinity
- Bordering Minnetrista
St. Bonifacius Landscaping FAQ
Landscaping costs in St. Bonifacius scale with soil conditions. Mid-size projects, like laser drainage correction in heavy clay or hazardous tree removal packages, usually fall between $3,500 and $8,000. Large-scale structural hardscapes, such as paver patios and heavy block retaining walls for new build properties, often start around $6,000 and scale upward.
The soil composition around St. Bonifacius heavily features dense, impermeable clay which severely restricts natural drainage. Our excavation team utilizes laser-transit grading to set the correct foundation pitch. We mitigate standing water by installing high-capacity French drains and catch basins to aggressively manage hydrostatic runoff.
Yes. St. Bonifacius is experiencing steady residential expansion. We specialize in comprehensive new-build site preparation, including laser-guided final grading, heavy lot clearing, and structural hardscape design. We transform raw construction sites into finished estates with cohesive outdoor living spaces.
Absolutely. When preparing a site for a new patio or expanding a backyard near Hennepin Village, we frequently need to extract encroaching trees. Our internal arborist division executes precise friction-rigging to safely dismantle hazardous timber before we begin heavy hardscaping.
Yes. We intimately understand the logistical demands of commuting from the western edge of the metro. Residential service runs on a 2 inch trigger, and your driveway is cleared within 10 hours after snowfall stops.
Request a Site Consultation
Call us at (612) 999-8067 or fill out the form below.
One Company, All Year
When the landscaping season ends, the same company keeps your drive and walks clear all winter.
Residential service runs on a 2 inch trigger. Once accumulation reaches it, your driveway is cleared within 10 hours after snowfall stops.
Every residential truck runs a rubber cutting edge, so a steel blade never touches your pavers or concrete. Walks and steps are included.
Snow Removal in St. Bonifacius


