Service area · Virginia Beach, VA
Landscaping in Virginia Beach, VA
Landscape design, drainage solutions, patios, sod, and lighting for properties from the Oceanfront to Pungo.
- Owner-operated since 1991
- Steve Nassan oversees every project
- Free on-site estimates
Or call 757-201-8300 · Monday–Friday 7 AM–5 PM, Saturday 7 AM–1 PM
A-1 project · Herringbone paver walkway
What makes Virginia Beach yards different
01
Flat, low-lying terrain & heavy rain
With little natural slope and a high water table, rainwater may linger. Standing water and soggy lawns are the most common issues homeowners call us about.
Summer thunderstorms and hurricane season test grading, drainage, and hardscapes, so proper installation matters.
Related serviceYard drainage & French drains
02
Sandy soil, salt spray & wind
Common near the Oceanfront and the bay, sandy soil dries out quickly, so beds benefit from organic matter, mulch, and suitable plants.
Near the ocean, the bay, the Lynnhaven River, and local inlets, plants and materials must tolerate salt spray and wind.
Related serviceLandscape design & planting
03
Waterfront lots
Waterfront properties often involve bulkheads and shoreline rules, including Chesapeake Bay Preservation Areas.
Related serviceBulkheads
HOA neighborhoods
Many neighborhoods require approval before patios, fences, or major landscape changes. We can provide the plans and details your HOA typically requests.
1991
The year A-1 began serving Virginia Beach. We remain locally based and owner-operated.
Find the right services
What kind of Virginia Beach property do you have?
Choose the one closest to yours to see the services that usually matter most there. It is a starting point: every property is different, so we look at yours in person during the free on-site estimate.
Near the ocean or bay
Sandy soil dries out quickly, while salt spray and wind can be hard on plants and outdoor materials.
Services that often fit
On a canal, river or inlet
Waterfront projects may require bulkhead work and must follow local shoreline and Bay Preservation Area rules.
Services that often fit
Flat, low inland lot
On flat lots with a high water table, drainage is often the first priority before new sod, beds, or patios.
Services that often fit
HOA neighborhood
Many communities require approval before work begins. We can provide the plans and details your HOA needs.
Services that often fit
Our services in Virginia Beach
Twelve services from one experienced local crew. We specialize in landscaping, not routine lawn mowing or maintenance.
Most called-about in Virginia Beach
Yard drainage & French drains
French drains, yard drains, and regrading for lawns that hold water after rainfall.
Patios, walkways & retaining walls
Paver patios, walkways, and driveways built on a solid, well-drained base.
Landscape design & planting
Coastal planting designs with salt- and heat-tolerant plants, mulch, and river rock.
All 12 servicesSod, grading, irrigation, lighting, trees, bulkheads and more
- Yard drainage & French drains
- Landscape design & planting
- Patios, walkways & retaining walls
- Outdoor livingFire pits, outdoor kitchens, and pergolas, with lighting.
- Water features & pondsPonds and waterfalls designed to fit your landscape.
- Sod & seedingNew sod after drainage work, construction, or a struggling lawn.
- Grading & land clearingLot clearing, grading, and leveling to direct water away from your home.
- Irrigation systems & wellsSprinkler systems and irrigation wells, installed and repaired.
- Landscape lightingLighting for walkways, patios, beds, and trees.
- Tree removal & trimmingTree removal and trimming for renovations and lot clearing.
- BulkheadsBulkhead repair and replacement for waterfront properties.
- Commercial & HOA landscapingLandscaping, drainage, and hardscaping for businesses and HOA common areas.
Recent projects
Featured transformation · A-1 project
Backyard courtyard: from bare ground to a finished lawn
The bare ground was prepared and covered with new sod, right up to the paver path and the beds.
From first call to finished yard
How your project gets started
No showroom and no quotes over the phone: every estimate is done at your property, where we can see the yard, the grade and the conditions.
Step 1
Call or request
We call you back to talk about your project and set a time for the visit.
Step 2
On-site visit
We look at the property and talk through the options with you.
Step 3
Written estimate
You get a clear price for the work we recommend, free of charge.
Step 4
The project
The work is done by our own crew, and Steve supervises every project, so the finished yard matches what was promised.
Neighborhoods we serve
We serve homeowners and businesses throughout Virginia Beach. Every estimate is free and completed at your property, so we can evaluate the yard, grading, and site conditions firsthand.
- Kempsville
- Great Neck
- Lynnhaven
- Bayside
- Thalia
- Kings Grant
- Salem
- Red Mill
- Princess Anne
- Courthouse
- Sandbridge
- Pungo
Not on the list?
We serve properties throughout the city, from the Oceanfront to Pungo.
Also serving Chesapeake and Norfolk · All service areas
Common questions
Do you serve all of Virginia Beach?
Yes. We are based in Virginia Beach and serve properties throughout the city, from the Oceanfront, Great Neck, and Bayside to Kempsville, Princess Anne, Sandbridge, and Pungo.
Why does my Virginia Beach yard hold water?
Standing water may result from flat, low-lying terrain, a high water table, or compacted fill soil. Downspouts and grading that slopes toward the house can add to the problem. Learn more about our yard drainage solutions.
Do I need HOA approval for a patio or landscaping project?
In many Virginia Beach neighborhoods, yes, particularly for patios, fences, structures, and major front-yard changes. We recommend reviewing your HOA guidelines before work begins; we can provide the plans and details your HOA typically requests.
Do you serve areas outside Virginia Beach?
Yes. We also serve Chesapeake and Norfolk. View all of our service areas.
Do you offer lawn mowing or maintenance?
No. We do not offer weekly mowing or routine lawn maintenance. We specialize in landscape installations and improvements, including drainage, patios, retaining walls, sod, grading, irrigation, lighting, tree work, and bulkheads.
How do I request a free estimate?
Call 757-201-8300 or request one below. Owner Steve Nassan will visit your property, discuss your goals, and provide a clear, written estimate. Our hours are Monday–Friday, 7 AM–5 PM, and Saturday, 7 AM–1 PM.
Free on-site estimate
Request your free on-site estimate in Virginia Beach
Tell us about your project, and we’ll schedule a visit to your property. Open Monday–Friday, 7 AM–5 PM, and Saturday, 7 AM–1 PM.
- Free, written estimate
- Done at your property
- Owner-supervised work
After you send it, we call you back to talk about your project and set a time for the visit.