Hardscaping Services in Minnesota
Built for Beauty, Function, and Long-Term Value
Licensed & Insured
Since 2010, McDowell Landscapes has been providing expert hardscape construction with a focus on quality craftsmanship, proper installation, and long-term performance.
Whether you’re looking to:
• Enhance your outdoor living space
• Solve drainage or grading issues
• Replace failing concrete
• Or add structure and value to your property
We design and build beautiful, functional hardscape features that transform both residential and commercial properties.
From retaining walls and boulder walls to paver patios, walkways, and driveways, we bring your vision to life and create outdoor spaces that add real, lasting value to your home or business.
Call today at 651-428-6192 for a free consultation.
Our Hardscaping Services
We specialize in the design and installation of:
• Paver driveways
• Paver walkways
• Paver patios
• Retaining walls (boulder & block)
• Sitting walls and columns
• Steps and stair systems
• Outdoor living features
Paver Driveways
Enhance your home’s curb appeal and value with a professionally installed paver driveway.
- Strong, durable driving surface
- Custom patterns and colors
- Optional paver edge restraints for a high-end look
- Permeable paver options available for stormwater management
Paver driveways offer both beauty and performance while solving runoff and drainage concerns.
Paver Walkways
Replace cracked or failing concrete with a timeless, elegant paver walkway.
- Wide variety of styles, colors, and sizes
- More durable and attractive than concrete
- Creates a welcoming entrance and smooth flow through your landscape
- Easy to repair or modify in the future
A well-designed walkway dramatically improves both appearance and functionality.
Paver Patios
Create the perfect outdoor living space to enjoy Minnesota summers and fall evenings.
- Custom-designed layouts
- Perfect for entertaining and relaxing
- Can include:
• Fire pits
• Sitting walls
• Columns
• Low-voltage lighting
Your patio becomes the centerpiece of your backyard — built for comfort, style, and durability.
Retaining Walls & Structural Hardscaping
We build both:
• Boulder retaining walls
• Block (Versa-Lok / segmental) retaining walls
These are used to:
Control slopes
Create usable yard space
Solve erosion and drainage issues
Add structure and beauty to your landscape
All walls are built with proper base preparation and drainage systems to ensure long-term stability.
Built the Right Way
We don’t cut corners. Every hardscape project includes:
- Proper base prep
- Correct compaction
- Drainage planning
- Quality materials
- Professional installation
This ensures your investment looks great and lasts for decades.
Why Choose McDowell Landscapes?
Since 2010 experience
Licensed & insured
Residential & commercial projects
Professional equipment
Quality craftsmanship
Honest advice & clear communication
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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