Patios and hardscapes form the backbone of functional outdoor living. From seating areas and walkways to defined gathering spaces, these elements must be properly designed, graded, and installed to ensure long-term performance. Our patios and hardscapes are built to handle Florida soil conditions, drainage demands, and daily use while maintaining a clean, intentional appearance.
Patios and hardscapes create usable areas that anchor the rest of your outdoor environment. We design these surfaces to feel balanced, comfortable, and connected to surrounding features without overwhelming the space.
Improper drainage is one of the most common causes of hardscape failure. We account for slope, runoff, and base construction to prevent shifting, pooling, and long-term surface issues.
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Hardscape installation demands precision below the surface as much as above it. With over three decades of combined experience, our team understands soil behavior, compaction requirements, and drainage planning specific to Florida properties. We’ve seen firsthand how improper base preparation leads to shifting, pooling, and surface failure — and we build specifically to avoid those issues. That experience allows us to construct patios and hardscapes that maintain alignment, drainage, and appearance long after installation is complete.
Patios and hardscapes define how outdoor spaces are used and navigated. When properly built, they create stable surfaces that resist movement, manage water flow, and reduce erosion around the home. Strategic layout improves traffic flow and usability, while correct base construction minimizes future repairs. These surfaces are designed not only to look finished, but to perform reliably under constant exposure and use.
Patios and hardscapes often serve as the foundation for additional outdoor features. We regularly integrate them with retaining walls for elevation control, decks for multi-level access, and fire features that create gathering spaces. By coordinating these services, we ensure proper grading, drainage continuity, and a cohesive final layout across the entire property.
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Posted on Chrissy FrisbeeDecember 16, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was elated at the job that Mr. Josh did on my yard!!! Not only did my yard look amazing but Josh was so sweet and friendly. It was overall a great experience and I look forward to receiving future services.Posted on Rick EvansDecember 11, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ryan and the guys at Dickerson do a great job keeping our property in tip top shape. We've used them for a few years now with no regrets.Posted on Sue SmithDecember 11, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am so pleased with everything The work along with the employees Joshua Chambers is always a pleasure with a smilePosted on Jim TDecember 10, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've used Dickerson's for all our landscaping needs over the past few years and couldn't be happier. From the designs by Will, the ongoing yard maintenance from Tracy and his team, to irrigation improvements by Josh and weekly trimming/care by Ryan along with others on the team it's such a high level of service and responsiveness. Prior to Dickerson's we used a number of other companies for about 10 years and the work was okay, but definitely not up to the level of service we get from Dickerson's. Thank you Will for having such a great team around you!Posted on DeWayne CarverDecember 10, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Josh has done a great job keeping our yard looking good. Our lot is difficult to service and requires a lot of work to be done by hand; we had trouble getting someone to do it, but Dickerson took it on, and Josh has done whatever it takes to keep it neat and attractive.Posted on Kamren NielsenOctober 6, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would highly recommend this company. If you are looking for people who care and people who know what they are talking about, Dickerson is it! The level of professionalism and experience is worth it!Posted on Cassandra SmithSeptember 22, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been meeting with William and the Dickerson Landscaping & Lawn Care team regularly over the past few months. They are true professionals, punctual, know their craft, and really care about their customers. Not only do they handle basic lawn care services like mowing and weed control, they also specialize in designing and installing drainage solutions, grading, retaining walls, irrigation, lighting, decks, fireplaces, water features, fencing and screens. So you only have to go to one place for everything! They have over 3 decades of design, install, and landscape service in the Tallahassee area, so you're going to get a knowledgeable team on your side.Posted on Kathryn CowderyMarch 18, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. William took our basic walkway idea and made a very lovely and practical design. The hardscaping crew did an excellent job. 4 instead of 5 stars because the company was not always good about returning calls.
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