Backyard Improvements & Landscaping
Backyard Improvements & Landscaping in North Dallas — Sod, Stone, Drainage & Outdoor Living
A-Legacy turns tired North Dallas yards into backyards families actually use — for kids, dogs, cookouts and quiet evenings. From full front-yard makeovers to backyard drainage corrections, low-water bed redesigns and stone-bordered outdoor living zones, every project is built for Texas heat, clay soils and summer watering restrictions.
See the difference
Before & after
North Texas landscaping fails for three reasons: wrong plants for zone 8a heat, drainage that dumps water at the foundation, and irrigation that either drowns or dries out. We fix all three at once so your yard actually looks the way it did the week we finished — a year later.
- Fresh Bermuda, Zoysia or St. Augustine sod installed on properly amended, leveled soil
- Drought-tolerant, Texas-friendly plant selections (Texas Superstar® program picks)
- Steel edging, natural stone or Belgard® hardscape borders
- Positive drainage grading, French drains and downspout extensions
- New or repaired irrigation zones with smart controllers
- Hardwood mulch or decomposed granite ground cover
After
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How A-Legacy handles backyard improvements & landscaping
A-Legacy turns tired North Dallas yards into backyards families actually use — for kids, dogs, cookouts and quiet evenings. From full front-yard makeovers to backyard drainage corrections, low-water bed redesigns and stone-bordered outdoor living zones, every project is built for Texas heat, clay soils and summer watering restrictions.
We're a hands-on crew serving Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper and the surrounding communities — not a subcontracted design studio. Angel walks every yard personally, prices honestly, and sends the same team that quoted your project to complete it.
Our process
Step-by-step, no surprises
Every backyard improvements & landscaping project follows the same disciplined sequence — so you always know what's happening next.
1. Walk-through & vision session
Angel walks the yard with you, notes sun exposure, drainage problems, and how you actually want to use the space (kids, dogs, entertaining, low-maintenance).
2. Design & itemized proposal
You get a simple plan with plant choices, materials and a line-item quote — no confusing design fees on top.
3. Cleanup, demo & grading
Old sod, dead plants and failing edging come out. We regrade for positive drainage away from your foundation before anything new goes in.
4. Soil prep & amendments
Compost, expanded shale and lawn starter fertilizer are tilled in — the single biggest reason new North Texas landscapes take root.
5. Installation
Beds, borders, plants, sod, mulch and irrigation adjustments are installed in the correct sequence so nothing gets trampled or set incorrectly.
6. Watering schedule & handoff
We leave you with a written 30-day watering schedule and check back to confirm sod is taking root and plants are thriving.
What's included in every backyard improvements & landscaping project
- Design consultation and itemized written estimate
- Full demo and haul-off of existing plants, sod and mulch
- Soil amendment and grading
- Plant, sod, mulch and hardscape installation
- Irrigation adjustments and drainage improvements
- Written care instructions and 30-day check-in
Materials & manufacturers we trust
- Bermuda, Zoysia or St. Augustine sod from local Texas farms
- Texas Superstar® perennials and Texas-native shrubs
- Hardwood mulch, cedar mulch or decomposed granite
- Steel edging, Oklahoma flagstone or Belgard® pavers
- Rainbird® irrigation heads and smart controllers
Typical timeline
Front-yard refreshes are typically 2–4 days. Full front-and-back transformations with drainage and irrigation work run 1–2 weeks depending on scope. We schedule around Texas weather so sod goes down in the right conditions to take root.
Honest pricing guidance
Landscaping projects in Frisco, Plano and McKinney typically start around $2,500 for a bed refresh, $6,000–$12,000 for a front-yard transformation, and $15,000+ for full-property redesigns including drainage and irrigation. Every quote is itemized.
Service area
Backyard Improvements & Landscaping across North Dallas
A-Legacy Construction & Property Services proudly serves families and property owners across the following North Dallas communities:
- Frisco, TX
- Plano, TX
- McKinney, TX
- Allen, TX
- Prosper, TX
- Little Elm, TX
- The Colony, TX
- Celina, TX
- Carrollton, TX
- Richardson, TX
Frequently asked
Backyard Improvements & Landscaping questions from North Dallas homeowners
When is the best time to lay sod in North Dallas?+
Spring (March–May) and early fall (September–October) are ideal. We install sod year-round — but summer installs require aggressive watering, which we build into the schedule and quote.
Can you fix water pooling near my foundation?+
Yes — foundation drainage is one of our most-requested landscaping fixes. We regrade, install French drains and extend downspouts so water leaves your foundation, not sits on it.
Do you handle irrigation repairs too?+
We adjust, add and re-route irrigation as part of landscaping projects. For full irrigation-only system installs or backflow testing, we partner with a licensed Texas irrigator.
Are your plants under warranty?+
Yes — we warranty plant material for 30 days when the homeowner follows the written watering schedule we leave behind.
Ready to get started?
Get a free, itemized backyard improvements & landscaping quote
Angel will personally walk your property, understand your goals, and put a clear, written estimate in your hands — no pressure, no gimmicks.