Landscaping in St. Albert
Final grading, sod, retaining walls and patios for homes and acreages in St. Albert.
- 11+ Years of Excellence
- 5-Star Google Rating
- Reply in 24 hours
- Licensed, insured and WCB covered
Final Grading in St. Albert
St. Albert handles grading differently than Edmonton. After rough grade approval, the city does not require a final lot grade certificate or inspection. That removes a step, but it doesn't remove the obligation to keep the lot draining correctly.
Rough grade and the Lot Grading Certificate
Rough grading is reviewed through the Lot Grading Certificate process. From there, the finished grade is on the homeowner, so we set it to hold the approved drainage pattern from day one.
Surface Drainage Bylaw 14/2015
Homeowners are responsible for keeping positive drainage away from the foundation, toward an approved drainage facility, at all times. Discharge terminations sit at least 15 cm from property lines and 2 m from the back of public sidewalk.
Topsoil and slope
Final grading covers site shaping, topsoil placement at a uniform maximum depth of 6 inches, slope verification and swale protection, so property-line elevations stay where they were approved.
Sod after grading
Sod goes down once the grade is set, so the lawn establishes evenly. If sod fails early, the cause is usually uneven prep or unresolved low spots.
Patios, Retaining Walls and Fences in St. Albert
St. Albert projects are won or lost on what happens before the visible work goes in. Clay-heavy soil and freeze-thaw cycles expose base shortcuts fast, so every build starts below the surface.
Paving stones
Paving stones only perform as well as the base beneath them. We excavate, compact, and lock joints properly so the surface survives winter without shifting.
Retaining walls
Retaining walls manage grade changes and create usable outdoor levels. We build proper depth, compaction, and drainage behind the wall so it stays aligned through freeze-thaw.
Fences and decks
Cedar, vinyl, and pressure-treated fences and decks, built straight, set correctly, and finished to a standard that holds through seasonal ground movement.
Artificial turf
Artificial turf is a low-maintenance lawn alternative, built on a proper sub-base with drainage so the surface doesn't trap heat or moisture underneath.
Neighbourhoods, Acreages and Booking
We work across St. Albert, along with acreages and larger properties nearby. The conditions change from lot to lot, the standards don't.
Neighbourhoods
Erin Ridge, Jensen Lakes, Riverside, Braeside, Oakmont, Lacombe Park and the rest of St. Albert.
Acreages
Larger properties north of Edmonton when access and scope are a fit. Acreage work benefits from earlier booking to allow proper staging and access planning.
When to book
Spring and early summer fill first for grading and sod, so booking in March or April gives you the best start dates. Hardscape can often be scheduled with one to two weeks of notice, depending on the season.
Site visit and written quote
Site visits are usually booked within a few days of your request, and the written quote follows within 24 hours of the visit. 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.
Request a Quote
Questions About St. Albert Landscaping?
Quick answers to common questions we hear from St. Albert homeowners and property managers.
Get a QuoteYes. We regularly complete lots across Erin Ridge, Jensen Lakes, and Riverside, starting with grading and drainage, then moving into sod and hardscape as each phase is ready. We coordinate the full sequence so nothing has to be redone between phases.
No. Rough grading is reviewed through the Lot Grading Certificate process, but St. Albert does not require a final grade certificate or inspection after rough grade approval. That said, homeowners remain responsible for maintaining positive drainage under Surface Drainage Bylaw 14/2015; the obligation doesn't end at rough grade. We build grading that meets those standards from installation forward.
Yes. We assess what's still performing correctly (grade, drainage, existing hardscape) and focus work on what's failing or limiting the property. Keeping what works reduces cost and disruption while delivering real improvement where it matters.
Yes. We take on larger properties and acreages near St. Albert when access and scope are a fit. Larger lots require more planning around material staging, equipment access, and drainage across greater surface area; we factor all of that into the quote upfront so the project runs cleanly.
Base preparation is everything. Proper excavation depth, compacted aggregate layers, correct edge restraint, and polymeric sand joints: that combination is what keeps patios and walkways performing through freeze-thaw cycles that will expose any shortcut within two seasons. We don't skip steps that aren't visible once the project is done, because those are exactly the steps that determine how long the work lasts.
St. Albert is a primary service area. We also serve nearby acreages north of Edmonton when access and scope allow, and we provide the same landscaping standards in Edmonton and Sherwood Park.