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Higher Ground Outdoor Living

Updated 2026-08-21 · 3,455 reviewed · 186 listed · Scored from 27 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(27) 83 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Residential Landscape DesignHardscape & Patio DesignPool & Outdoor Living DesignLandscape DesignerCommercial Landscape Design
Higher Ground Outdoor Living
Services
Residential Landscape Design, Hardscape & Patio Design, Pool & Outdoor Living Design
Reviews
27

What recent reviews say

Project after project arrived on schedule and on budget, with crews finishing ahead of estimates and leaving sites pristine. Motorized pergolas, composite decks, patios, and dock restorations routinely earn five-star marks for workmanship and the owner's responsiveness to requests and concerns throughout the build.

Staff handle large jobs (room additions, lakeside boardwalks, cable railing replacements) and small repairs with equal attention. Material selection and honest pricing draw repeat customers; the team documents progress and keeps communication open from quote to final walkthrough.

Praised for
  • professional crew and communication
  • on-time, on-budget delivery
  • quality materials and craftsmanship
  • transformed outdoor spaces
  • thorough cleanup
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Best for: Homeowners seeking motorized outdoor structures and composite decks in the Lake Norman area.

Strengths

  • Licensed general contractor with 30+ years experience
  • Deckorators and Techo-Bloc certified
  • Motorized pergolas and screens
  • On-time, on-budget track record

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.66 average across the 129 residential landscape design businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 74% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 85
Review volume 63
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

How quickly can you start a project?
Quotes are provided within 24 hours of a site visit, and work typically begins within 3 days of agreement.
Do you offer motorized outdoor structures?
Yes, the team installs motorized pergolas and motorized screens as part of their outdoor living range.
What areas do you serve?
They serve Lake Norman, Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, Huntersville, Denver, Sherrills Ford, and Troutman.

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Last updated 2026-08-21