At Great Lakes Gardening LLC, we believe in great design, dependable implementation, and delivering excellent service to our clients. Our team understands that landscapes should be unique and customizable because everyone is different. Since opening in 2015, we've been on a journey to make gardens and landscapes better as a whole. And we will never stop improving. Our gardens are designed to be long-lasting and evolve with time, which is why we've developed tools to help track individual progress, big or small.
"Leveled existing 150 foot driveway, installed new gravel, compacted and leveled. Outstanding customer service, including proactive timing updates. Went out of their way to fix a problem at our mailbox. I highly recommend Great Lakes Gardening."
Patrick G on March 2025
At Great Lakes Gardening LLC, we believe in great design, dependable implementation, and delivering excellent service to our clients. Our team understands that landscapes should be unique and customizable because everyone is different. Since opening in 2015, we've been on a journey to make gardens and landscapes better as a whole. And we will never stop improving. Our gardens are designed to be long-lasting and evolve with time, which is why we've developed tools to help track individual progress, big or small.
"Leveled existing 150 foot driveway, installed new gravel, compacted and leveled. Outstanding customer service, including proactive timing updates. Went out of their way to fix a problem at our mailbox. I highly recommend Great Lakes Gardening."
Patrick G on March 2025
We are a family owned and operated business. We have recently reduced in size due to the economy from 15 employees to six. Black Diamond Sprinklers works directly with homeowners and businesses in contracting rolls as well as sub contracting through various landscaping companys. Our company accepts cash, check and various charge cards. We also offer financing options with John Deere Landscapes.
"They did a great job"
Jaia A on December 2023
We are a family owned and operated business. We have recently reduced in size due to the economy from 15 employees to six. Black Diamond Sprinklers works directly with homeowners and businesses in contracting rolls as well as sub contracting through various landscaping companys. Our company accepts cash, check and various charge cards. We also offer financing options with John Deere Landscapes.
"They did a great job"
Jaia A on December 2023
Super Service Award 2021 - 2016!! Landscape designs using ornamental trees, shrubs, perennials, and herbs to create artistic, unique combinations to beautify the home and outdoor living spaces. Specializing in year round color, container planting, seasonal accents, and event staging. Award winning design. Featured in The Style of The Detroit News, and Detroit Home. Member of The Herb Society of America, Southern Michigan Unit, Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary, MNLA
"Jackie is very talented in designing wonderful landscaping that offers year-round color and beauty; promotes honey bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with a perfect blend of perennials and annuals; and works closely with us to make sure we are included in all of the design planning. We have worked with her for many years and couldn't be happier with our landscaping! She is top notch!"
Lisa B on October 2023
Super Service Award 2021 - 2016!! Landscape designs using ornamental trees, shrubs, perennials, and herbs to create artistic, unique combinations to beautify the home and outdoor living spaces. Specializing in year round color, container planting, seasonal accents, and event staging. Award winning design. Featured in The Style of The Detroit News, and Detroit Home. Member of The Herb Society of America, Southern Michigan Unit, Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary, MNLA
"Jackie is very talented in designing wonderful landscaping that offers year-round color and beauty; promotes honey bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with a perfect blend of perennials and annuals; and works closely with us to make sure we are included in all of the design planning. We have worked with her for many years and couldn't be happier with our landscaping! She is top notch!"
Lisa B on October 2023
We are a pre-construction land clearing/forestry mulching team that will not only clear your property of brush, trees and stumps. We also do grading work,gravel,stone,crushed asphalt driveways.
"He kind of went the extra mile, once the work was done first it was very clean and then the next thing that stood out was he cared about my dogs not getting out of the fence and he fixed a little sense so they could not get out until the other work was complete. Also, he was very thorough and careful."
Rose J on April 2025
We are a pre-construction land clearing/forestry mulching team that will not only clear your property of brush, trees and stumps. We also do grading work,gravel,stone,crushed asphalt driveways.
"He kind of went the extra mile, once the work was done first it was very clean and then the next thing that stood out was he cared about my dogs not getting out of the fence and he fixed a little sense so they could not get out until the other work was complete. Also, he was very thorough and careful."
Rose J on April 2025
Knights Grading & Excavating - Your trusted excavating experts in Detroit. With a family-owned and operated business, we bring a personal touch to every project. Contact us today for all your excavation needs.
"Could not be happier. We had an issue with a septic system backup the day after Christmas. Bob Knight himself answered our emergency call in a few hours after we contacted his company. He spent all afternoon troubleshooting the issue and solved it."
Bruce A on December 2019
Knights Grading & Excavating - Your trusted excavating experts in Detroit. With a family-owned and operated business, we bring a personal touch to every project. Contact us today for all your excavation needs.
"Could not be happier. We had an issue with a septic system backup the day after Christmas. Bob Knight himself answered our emergency call in a few hours after we contacted his company. He spent all afternoon troubleshooting the issue and solved it."
Bruce A on December 2019
We are a full service commercial and residential excavation company with over 10 years of experience offering the following; Basement Excavation. Underground utility excavation; sewer and water lines Pond digging and maintenance. Site grading. Gravel driveway installation. Residential and commercial concrete installation and demolition. Residential and commercial asphalt installation and demolition. Full home and pool demolition. Septic system installation and replacement. Boulder retaining walls. Land clearing.
"Elite Excavation and Demo did a great job. Trey kept in constant communication and completed the work before the original estimated start date. Thanks, Trey, for your good work."
Willard Z on November 2024
We are a full service commercial and residential excavation company with over 10 years of experience offering the following; Basement Excavation. Underground utility excavation; sewer and water lines Pond digging and maintenance. Site grading. Gravel driveway installation. Residential and commercial concrete installation and demolition. Residential and commercial asphalt installation and demolition. Full home and pool demolition. Septic system installation and replacement. Boulder retaining walls. Land clearing.
"Elite Excavation and Demo did a great job. Trey kept in constant communication and completed the work before the original estimated start date. Thanks, Trey, for your good work."
Willard Z on November 2024
Family owned business, approx 25 employees, offer subcontracting, billing net 30, accepts all major credit cards
Family owned business, approx 25 employees, offer subcontracting, billing net 30, accepts all major credit cards
Retired Construction Builder now completing service jobs for homes and commercial buildings. Services around the house, parking lot, yard, any issue. We can solve and complete the project prompt and clean., With over 40 years of experience in the trades.Please contact me at 5650 Carpenter Road Pitt field Twp MI 38197 Phone (734) 961-2493
Retired Construction Builder now completing service jobs for homes and commercial buildings. Services around the house, parking lot, yard, any issue. We can solve and complete the project prompt and clean., With over 40 years of experience in the trades.Please contact me at 5650 Carpenter Road Pitt field Twp MI 38197 Phone (734) 961-2493
I offer a complete service for the person who needs spring start ups,system trouble shooting,valve repair,heads moved, clocks reprogrammed, leaks repaired, zones added or removed. I am a full service and reliable company.fair and competative pricing. Quality service with. 18 years of experience.
"Vernon talked a great game but his workmanship was poor. Partway through the project I discovered that the sprinkler lines were not properly buried. Most of them were just under peeled back grass and some spots were still visible on the surface. I had been very clear that the lines needed to be buried below the depth of penetration for a lawn aerator. When I complained he gave a variety of defenses including that the lines would sink into the ground with snowfall, that an aerator could not penetrate the plastic pipe, and that my lawn would not need aerating. Also more than half of the sprinkler heads were sticking up more than 3 inches out of the turf and at risk of being destroyed by a lawn mower. I had to reinstall most of what he did. If you hire him I would advise having everything specified in writing and monitoring his workmanship very closely."
JAMES M on August 2019
I offer a complete service for the person who needs spring start ups,system trouble shooting,valve repair,heads moved, clocks reprogrammed, leaks repaired, zones added or removed. I am a full service and reliable company.fair and competative pricing. Quality service with. 18 years of experience.
"Vernon talked a great game but his workmanship was poor. Partway through the project I discovered that the sprinkler lines were not properly buried. Most of them were just under peeled back grass and some spots were still visible on the surface. I had been very clear that the lines needed to be buried below the depth of penetration for a lawn aerator. When I complained he gave a variety of defenses including that the lines would sink into the ground with snowfall, that an aerator could not penetrate the plastic pipe, and that my lawn would not need aerating. Also more than half of the sprinkler heads were sticking up more than 3 inches out of the turf and at risk of being destroyed by a lawn mower. I had to reinstall most of what he did. If you hire him I would advise having everything specified in writing and monitoring his workmanship very closely."
JAMES M on August 2019
Absolutely. If you're passionate about golf and want to practice anytime without leaving home, installing a backyard putting green is worth it. While it's an investment, consider the cost of joining a golf club—elite clubs charge up to $500,000.
Plus, annual membership fees average $6,000, and that's before additional costs like per-round fees, caddies, carts, and other extras that can add $1,000 or more per year. Over time, having your own putting green could save you money and provide endless convenience.
A good size for a backyard putting green is around 500 square feet—it provides ample space for practice without overwhelming your yard. If space is limited, even a 100-square-foot green can be fun and functional. If you have room to spare, a larger green up to 2,000 square feet lets you add areas for long putts or mini-golf features. Ultimately, the best size is one that fits your space and meets your practice needs.
Artificial turf supports chipping because its longer, durable fibers are engineered to deliver precise chip and pitch shots. This surface allows dedicated chipping mats to effectively simulate a natural putting green, making your practice sessions both efficient and reliable. The design replicates true green conditions, boosting shot accuracy and confidence, and ensuring your backyard practice area performs as intended.
Putting greens are made from either natural grass or synthetic materials like nylon and polypropylene. Natural greens use specialized bentgrass for a smooth surface, while synthetic greens feature durable fibers designed to mimic real grass. Installation costs are about $18 to $25 per square foot for synthetic turf and $1 to $2 per square foot for natural sod.
It takes between one day and one week to install a backyard putting green. Professional teams complete a compact and straightforward installation in one day, whereas larger projects featuring design elements like hills and slopes require up to a week. The installation duration depends on the project’s overall complexity and scale, ensuring every area is expertly prepared and implemented for high-quality performance.
An outdoor putting green lasts 5 to 15 years when it is maintained with discipline and care. Regular cleaning, mowing, and proactive upkeep extend its durability, and professional maintenance further ensures that the green remains in peak condition. This longevity enhances your outdoor recreational space, providing a reliable setting that elevates your game over many seasons.