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Ground Control of Carolinas, Inc.

Updated 2026-09-21 · 3,559 reviewed · 191 listed · Scored from 48 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(48) 82 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Ground Control of Carolinas, Inc.
Location
Charlotte
Services
Residential Landscape Design, Landscape Lighting & Irrigation Design, Hardscape & Patio Design
Reviews
48
Ranking
#18 in Residential Landscape Design
Best for
Homeowners with drainage issues or complex grading who value direct owner involvement and long-term support.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-09-21. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-07-21.

What do customers say?

Reviewers consistently describe a yard transformation handled by an experienced owner and team that listens, adapts on the fly, and follows through long after installation ends. Projects span hardscape, irrigation, drainage solutions, and full landscaping with particular praise for responsive communication and reasonable rates throughout the entire process.

The team tackles complex problems from grading and drainage to outdoor kitchens and lighting systems, often completing difficult repairs other companies left unresolved. A backup foreman manages ongoing maintenance, and owners report year-round reliability for both initial design and follow-up adjustments.

Praised for
  • owner expertise and collaboration
  • thorough follow-up and aftercare
  • skilled crews and attention to detail
  • responsive communication
  • fair pricing for quality work
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Best for: Homeowners with drainage issues or complex grading who value direct owner involvement and long-term support.

What stands out?

  • owner the team leads design and walks projects through completion
  • solves drainage and complex grading problems
  • includes follow-up service and maintenance adjustments
  • transparent pricing and efficient crews

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.68 average across the 134 residential landscape design businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

How We Rank
Star rating 84
Review volume 73
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Frequently asked questions

Do you handle drainage and grading problems?
Yes. Reviewers report the team resolves longstanding drainage issues and grading challenges that other companies could not fix, often in a single visit.
Will the owner be involved in my project?
Yes. The team personally walks through design and initial planning with clients and oversees key milestones through completion.
What happens after installation is finished?
The team conducts follow-up visits to check on work, ensure irrigation systems are set up correctly, and answer questions about the finished project.

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Last updated 2026-09-21