Hardscaping in Birmingham, AL

The term “hardscaping” refers to any non-living element or structure that is added to your lawn to either improve the visual aesthetic or to serve a purpose such as soil erosion, seating, or entertainment.  If you’re planning improvements or additions to your residential landscape or outdoor commercial space, call J & M Landscapes for the most beautiful and functional hardscape ideas Birmingham has seen.

One of the most dramatic ways to enhance the look of your property is with the installation of hardscape features among plants. Hardscaping provides a good base for your planted landscape. We work in the following types of residential hardscape and commercial hardscape installations:

  • Outdoor fireplaces
  • Pergolas
  • Paver and stone patios
  • Pool decks
  • Pathways
  • Sidewalks
  • Fencing
  • Stone retaining walls
  • French drains
  • Swales
  • Rock, sand, or gravel installation

Birmingham Hardscaping Services

Hardscape features help spruce up less-attractive areas of your yard, bring visual interest to full-shade hard to grow areas, and help add privacy to an area.  When constructing hardscapes it is important to think of your property as a whole. We take any existing issues your property may have into consideration, such as poor or inadequate drainage. The installation of a retaining wall or French drain is a great way to correct a drainage problem, and properly divert water flow. Other hardscape structures, such as fencing, not only enhance the look of your home, but add value as well. Some types of fence, such as picket fencing, are great for adding a decorative touch, while shadow box style fences help bring privacy to your backyard retreat in addition to keeping pets and children safe. Call us for more information on the different style and material options available in constructing a new fence for your property.


​Pergolas are an attractive landscape feature used to form a shaded walkway or sitting area. They are constructed of pillars that support cross-beams, and may be enclosed with lattice to grow climbing plants. A pergola may be added as an extension of a building, used to join patios, or extend from a building’s door to an open garden feature such as an isolated terrace or pool. Freestanding pergolas create an open sitting area that allows breeze and light while offering protection from the harsh glare of direct sunlight. Generally constructed of a weather-resistant wood such as red cedar, a pergola is an affordable and increasingly popular addition to many landscape designs.

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​If you’re interested in a nice seating area or entertainment space in your yard, a patio or an outdoor fireplace are wonderful options that will also increase the value of your property.  We are skilled patio builders in Birmingham AL that can transform your yard into a beautiful retreat for family and friends.  We work with a variety of materials to build the perfect element to suit your style and functional needs.  An outdoor fire pit or fireplace is a great gathering place to make wonderful memories with your neighbors and loved ones. We will help you design the perfect structure to blend with your property and make your yard the talk of the neighborhood.

Not Just Your Average Patio Contractor in Birmingham

We will consult with you in developing an attractive design that will complement your home, not compete with it. Selecting a brick or stone similar to your home’s siding along with properly proportioned accents are things we help you decide when choosing materials. These elements can include walkways, walls, fences, arbors, gazebos, garden statues, fountains, bird baths, and lighting. We will help you decide which will work with your yard according to your taste and the available space around your property to create an overall cohesive look for your landscape.

If a new hardscape looks too harsh or stark, plant moss, lichen, or creeping plants may be added to stone walls and between stepping stones to soften their appearance. Painting concrete, terra cotta, or wood may also help create an aged, more established look and feel to a new hardscape installation.
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Call or email J & M Landscapes today to schedule a design consultation and receive more information about the services we offer. References are available upon request, and your satisfaction is guaranteed.