Professional Landscaping, Hardscaping & Site Work in the Twin Cities
Licensed & Insured | Family Owned Since 2010
From boulder retaining walls and drainage solutions to excavation, hardscaping, hydroseeding, and land clearing, McDowell Landscapes delivers complete outdoor solutions built the right way.
We work with homeowners, builders, and property owners to create durable, functional, and great-looking landscapes that add real value to your property.
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Trusted, Experienced, Built Right
Family owned & operated
Serving the Twin Cities since 2010
Licensed & insured
Residential & commercial projects
Professional equipment & operators
Built for long-term results
One Contractor. Start to Finish.
Many projects fail because multiple contractors handle different parts of the job.
At McDowell Landscapes, we handle:
• Excavation & grading
• Drainage corrections
• Retaining walls & boulder walls
• Hardscaping & patios
• Final landscaping & seeding
This means:
Better coordination
Faster timelines
Better results
Less stress
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Our Core Services
Built to Solve Problems. Built to Last.
Boulder Retaining Walls
Natural, durable, and built to handle serious slopes. Our boulder walls are engineered with proper base prep and drainage to last for decades.
Drainage Solutions
French drains, drain tile, grading, catch basins, and dry creek beds to protect your home and foundation from water damage.
Excavating & Grading
From building pads and foundations to driveways and site prep, we provide precision excavation and grading for residential and commercial projects.
Hardscaping
Paver patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls, and outdoor living spaces built for beauty and durability.
Additional Services
• Hydroseeding & sod installation
• Brush mowing & land clearing
• Buckthorn & overgrowth removal
• Snow & ice management
• Decorative rock & planting
• Over-seeding & lawn renovation
Residential & Commercial Work
We proudly serve:
Homeowners
Builders
General contractors
Property managers
Developers
From new home construction to property upgrades and problem-solving projects, we bring the same professionalism to every job.
Why Choose McDowell Landscapes
Since 2010 experience
Licensed & insured
Full-service capabilities
No shortcuts
Built to last results
Honest advice & clear communication
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If you’re planning a landscaping, hardscaping, drainage, or site work project — we’d love to help.
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Service Area
McDowell Landscapes provides boulder retaining wall installation, grading and excavating, hydroseeding, drainage corrections, driveway installation, paver patios, boulder wall installation, mulch installation, seasonal landscapes, paver walkways, and snow plowing, hauling, removal service for:
Stillwater, Lake Elmo, Oakdale, Grant, Bayport, Woodbury, White Bear Lake, Hugo, Maplewood in Minnesota