Business Details
30 Years
experience
Custom Landscape Design Services in Kansas City
At Lareau Landscape & Design, we have dedicated over 25 years to transforming outdoor spaces into functional, beautiful extensions of our clients' homes. Founded in 1996 by Bob Lareau, a horticulture graduate from Kansas State University, our family-owned business combines generational expertise with industry certifications to deliver lasting solutions. Our team, led by Bob's sons Taylor and Hunter, brings 55+ combined years of experience to every project, from concept to installation. We prioritize detail-oriented design, using NCMA and ICPI-certified techniques to ensure structural integrity.Our warranties - 5 years for hardscaping, 2 years for drainage, and 1 year for plant replacements - reflect our confidence in quality craftsmanship. With a focus on accessibility and client communication, we guide homeowners through visualization processes to realize their outdoor visions. Serving the KC Metro area, we've built a reputation for solving complex drainage issues, installing low-maintenance irrigation systems, and creating landscapes that enhance property value while requiring minimal long-term upkeep.
Services
Landscaping Design
Patios Installation
Retaining Walls
Sprinkler Systems
Landscape Lighting
Drainage Solutions
Outdoor Kitchens
Fire Pits
Planting Services
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 5-year warranties on all hardscape installations
- Our team includes NCMA and ICPI-certified professionals
- Family-owned business with 25+ years of local experience
- Specialize in solving complex drainage and water management issues
- Backed by 55+ combined years of landscaping expertise
Associations and certifications
- NCMA
- ICPI
What people say
Superior job
Expert advice
Perfect drainage solution
No basement water
Highly recommend
Services
Landscaping Design
Our comprehensive landscaping service creates functional outdoor spaces that enhance property value. We combine evergreens, flowering shrubs, and perennials while considering sun exposure, growth rates, and seasonal color changes. Clients receive detailed visualizations to pre-approve designs before implementation. With 25+ years of experience, we ensure landscapes remain vibrant with minimal maintenance across Kansas City's climate.
Patios Installation
We construct durable patios using certified installation techniques that meet ICPI and NCMA standards. Every project includes a 5-year structural warranty covering any settling or material defects. Our designs integrate seamlessly with existing architecture while providing low-maintenance outdoor living spaces that withstand Midwestern weather patterns year-round.
Drainage Solutions
Our specialized drainage systems prevent water intrusion into basements and foundation damage. Certified professionals engineer solutions that redirect runoff while maintaining landscape aesthetics. This service comes with a 2-year performance warranty, ensuring long-term protection against Kansas City's seasonal precipitation challenges.
Sprinkler Systems
We install efficient irrigation systems customized to landscape requirements. Systems integrate with hardscape and softscape elements during new installations or retrofit existing properties. Our designs balance water conservation with plant health needs, featuring durable components that function reliably through temperature extremes.
Landscape Lighting
Our low-voltage lighting designs enhance safety while creating inviting nighttime ambiance. Fixtures carry warranties from 5 years to lifetime, with energy-efficient LED options available. We strategically position lights to highlight architectural features and landscape focal points while ensuring minimal maintenance requirements.
People
Bob Lareau
Founder
Founder with 40+ years in horticulture, graduated K-State 1978, worked nursery industry 19 years before establishing Lareau Landscape in 1996. Provides strategic oversight while maintaining hands-on project involvement.
Taylor Lareau
Project Manager
Full-time since 2009, certified in NCMA and ICPI standards. Manages client consultations and project execution, combining 15+ years field experience with design expertise to deliver client visions.
Hunter Lareau
Operations Manager
Joined full-time in 2012 after 10+ years part-time experience. Oversees installation crews and quality control, ensuring all projects meet the company's premium standards for structural integrity and aesthetic quality.
Questions
What landscaping services do you offer?
We provide complete landscaping services including design, installation, drainage solutions, patios, retaining walls, irrigation systems, and outdoor lighting tailored to Midwest climate conditions.
Do you offer warranties on installations?
Yes, we provide 5-year structural warranties on hardscaping, 2-year warranties on drainage systems, and 1-year full-replacement warranties on all plant material.
How do you handle design consultations?
We offer no-cost consultations where we visualize your ideas using multiple formats to help you clearly understand the proposed landscape transformation before work begins.
Are your installers certified professionals?
All projects include NCMA and ICPI-certified installers with 25+ years of combined experience in durable, code-compliant landscape construction techniques.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the entire Kansas City Metro area including Prairie Village, Overland Park, Shawnee, Lenexa, and surrounding communities within a 30-mile radius.
