Landscaping in Sherwood Park
Final grading, sod, retaining walls and patios for Sherwood Park homes, built to Strathcona County grade standards.
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Final Grading in Sherwood Park
Sherwood Park falls under Strathcona County, and the grading requirements here are specific. Getting the sequence wrong is expensive, because sod or pavers have to come out to fix problems underneath.
Lot Grading Certificate
For new single dwelling, semi-detached and townhouse lots, the County requires a Lot Grading Certificate confirming the lot meets the approved surface drainage plan.
The one-year deadline
Rough grade is the builder's job; final grade is the homeowner's. It must be initiated within one year of rough grade approval. Miss that window and fines start at $300 per day.
What the County inspects
Elevations within 5 cm of design grades and swales with at least 150 mm of unobstructed width along the common property line. For best drainage, we grade the property line to a 2% slope with no section below 1.5%.
Grading, then sod
We handle final grading from site shaping and topsoil to slope checks and certificate coordination. Once approved, sod follows right away.
Patios, Retaining Walls and Fences in Sherwood Park
Pavers and walls only hold if the base is built properly. We excavate to depth, compact in lifts, and lock joints so freeze-thaw does not shift the surface.
Paving stones
Paving stone patios and walkways, excavated to depth and compacted in lifts so they stay level through winter.
Retaining walls
Retaining walls built on the same base standard, so they hold a grade change without leaning or shifting.
Fences, decks and turf
Fences and decks and artificial turf round out the yard for homeowners who want a finished, lower-maintenance outdoor space.
Landscape design
Landscape design ties the phases together, so each step sets up the next one cleanly.
Neighbourhoods and Booking
We work across Sherwood Park and the surrounding area. The conditions change from lot to lot, the standards don't.
Neighbourhoods
Heritage Hills, Lakeland Ridge, Summerwood, Woodbridge and the rest of Sherwood Park.
County deadline coming up?
Contact us as early as possible. Inspection timelines add lead time that catches homeowners off guard when left too late.
When to book
Spring and early summer fill quickly for grading and sod. Patio and fence work runs spring through fall, and smaller jobs can often start within one to two weeks.
Site visit and written quote
Site visits are usually booked within a few days of your request, and written quotes follow within 24 hours. No charge for the visit or the estimate.
11+ Years of Excellence
Local experience across new builds, upgrades, and complete yard transformations.
3-Year Hardscape + 1-Year Landscape Warranty
Workmanship coverage on both hardscape and landscape installs for added confidence.
Licensed & Insured
Fully insured and managed by one accountable team from quote to completion.
Reply Within 24 Hours
Send the form and we call within 24 hours to book your free site visit.
Commercial Landscaping & Property Maintenance
Commercial Landscaping & Maintenance
Year-round programs for commercial properties: landscaping, lawn care, seasonal cleanups, and snow removal. One provider, one bill.
Commercial Maintenance
Ongoing commercial property maintenance programs built around your site. Consistent crews, clear scope, and seasonal scheduling.
Commercial Snow Removal
Reliable commercial snow clearing for parking lots, access lanes, and walkways. Seasonal contracts and responsive service during storms.
Comprehensive landscaping in Edmonton and surrounding areas
Residential & commercial
At Serene Landscaping, we proudly offer a full range of landscaping services for both residential and commercial properties across Edmonton and surrounding areas.
Surrounding communities
We serve Edmonton, St. Albert, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove, Beaumont, Leduc, and Ardrossan. We also take on larger projects across Alberta. Ask us about yours.
What Our Clients Are Saying
Dakota Joslin
Couldn't be happier with the work Steve and his crew did on my little yard! Price was very reasonable and they were able to get the work done quite quickly. Steve explained exactly what would be done for resodding my lawn and gave clear instructions on how to care for it afterward. Highly recommend working with Serene Landscaping!
Paul Bromley
Steve and his crew were timely, hospitable, knowledgable and easy to work with. They responded quickly to all questions and were happy to help me out in every way. I've never made a google review before, but I have no problem recommending this business.
Venia Tomsa
Thank you for the great job! Great service for a good price. We had our lot topsoiled with landscaping with no delay. The team helped with Grade Certificate and Approval. We will definitely recommend them.
Ahmed
I know there are many landscaping companies out there, but Steve and his team truly stands out. They did an excellent job on our new build landscaping as well as constructing our new fence.
Don McDonnell
The team walked me through the process and explained where the costs were coming from. They were extremely professional and worked hard to get my lawn in pristine condition.
L Zook
Steve from Serene Landscaping was great to deal with: professional, reliable and attentive to our requests. Our landscaping project was finished in a timely manner and we are very pleased with the final outcome.
Luis Corrales
My wife and I contacted Steve for a landscaping project in our house. We are extremely happy with the results, we definitely recommend Steve. Steve and his entire team are very hardworking people. They are attentive to details and provided great suggestions to improve our initial idea.
Christina Jean
Very friendly, easy to work with and professional. Would recommend them for sure.
Sc C
The job was well done and the budget was fair. Steve was easy to talk to and he makes you feel confident in the process. He was prompt and his team works hard. We are happy with the results.
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Questions About Sherwood Park Landscaping?
Quick answers to common questions we hear from Sherwood Park homeowners.
Get a QuoteStart with whatever is causing the most damage: drainage that's pooling, a lawn that's past saving, or a patio that's shifting and uneven. On an unfinished lot, grading and sod come before anything else; hardscape or fencing installed over unfinished grade almost always needs to be redone. We walk the site first and give you an honest assessment of what needs to happen and in what order before recommending anything.
Yes, and that's how most Sherwood Park projects are structured. We plan around existing features (mature trees, fences, planted beds) and focus work where it matters most. We protect what's staying, finish the upgraded areas cleanly, and make sure the transition looks deliberate rather than patched.
Grading and drainage first, then sod or lawn base, then hardscape. Starting with a patio before drainage is corrected is the most common sequencing mistake we see; water pooling against a finished surface is expensive to fix after the fact. We map the right order during the quote so each phase sets up the next one without rework.
Yes. We offer lawn maintenance and seasonal cleanups for Sherwood Park properties. For clients who prefer to manage their own lawn after installation, we provide clear aftercare instructions so the work holds properly through its first season.
Yes. A Lot Grading Certificate is required confirming the lot meets the approved surface drainage plan. Final grade must be initiated within one year of rough grade approval; miss that deadline and fines start at $300 per day. We handle the full process from site shaping through certificate coordination so you meet the deadline without the last-minute scramble.
Yes. Sherwood Park is a primary service area, and we serve Edmonton and St. Albert with the same standards.