Business Details
23 Years
experience
Professional Landscaping & Fencing Solutions in North Carolina
Established in 2003, Sweetwater Landscapes has evolved into one of the Triangle's premier providers of comprehensive landscape solutions. With over 50 years of combined experience across our management team, we specialize in creating and maintaining commercial outdoor spaces that blend functionality with aesthetic appeal. Our approach emphasizes client collaboration, integrating advanced planning with precise execution to ensure projects meet deadlines and budget constraints while prioritizing safety and quality. In response to customer demand, we expanded our services to include a dedicated fencing division, offering tailored solutions for residential and commercial properties.Serving both the Triangle and Wilmington regions, our clientele includes property management teams, HOAs, military installations, and developers, all benefiting from our expertise in landscape installation, maintenance, and specialized services like irrigation and erosion control. Our commitment to the green industry is reflected in our team's extensive certifications and licenses, ensuring we deliver innovative, reliable solutions that enhance property value and client satisfaction.
Services
Landscape Installation
Lawn Maintenance
Fencing Services
Irrigation Systems
Erosion Control
Seasonal Plantings
Snow Removal
Drainage Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Our management team offers 50+ years combined experience in the green industry
- We provide comprehensive commercial landscaping with tailored maintenance programs
- We implement safety protocols following OSHA standards and internal guidelines
- Our team includes certified Stormwater BMP technicians and licensed professionals
- We maintain long-term client relationships through transparent communication and quality execution
Associations and certifications
- NC Registered Landscape Contractor
- NC Licensed Irrigation Contractor
- NC Pesticide Applicators License
- Storm Water BMP Inspection & Maintenance Certification
What people say
Meticulous work
Best our lawn has ever looked
Excellent difference
Job well done
So much care taken
Services
Landscape Installation
Specializing in commercial landscape design and implementation, we transform outdoor spaces with precision installation of hardscapes, plant beds, and turf systems. Our process begins with comprehensive planning and coordination with existing contractors, ensuring projects meet deadlines while maintaining site safety. Serving the Triangle and Wilmington areas, we deliver durable, visually appealing solutions that enhance property value through expert execution from concept to completion.
Fencing Division
Our dedicated fencing division installs residential and commercial fence systems using premium materials like wood, vinyl, chain link, and aluminum. Each project combines functional security needs with aesthetic considerations through customized design consultations and expert installation. We ensure lasting durability through proper material selection and professional techniques that complement property architecture while meeting security and privacy requirements.
Lawn Maintenance
Tailored maintenance programs keep commercial properties pristine through scheduled mowing, pruning, mulching, and seasonal plantings. Our skilled crews implement chemical treatments, irrigation management, and pest control tailored to property needs. With consistent service delivery across large developments and individual properties, we maintain landscape health and visual appeal through proactive, professional care protocols.
Irrigation Systems
We design, install, and maintain efficient irrigation systems that optimize water usage while sustaining landscape health. Our licensed technicians utilize smart controller technology and precipitation-based scheduling to ensure proper hydration. System maintenance services include leak detection, seasonal adjustments, and winterization to preserve system functionality and longevity across commercial properties.
Erosion Control
Our erosion control services implement best management practices for storm water compliance and slope stabilization. Through silt fencing installation, drainage consultation, and BMP maintenance, we prevent soil displacement while ensuring regulatory compliance. These solutions protect property infrastructure and landscaping investments through proven techniques for water flow management.
People
Rich Bessette
Owner/President
Graduated East Carolina University with Industrial Technology degree. Founded Sweetwater Landscapes in 2003 after establishing Triangle Maintenance Group. Manages maintenance and turf care divisions while leading company growth. 16 years industry experience.
Chris McLawhorn
Branch Manager (Raleigh Area)
16-year green industry veteran with NC State Turfgrass degree. Holds multiple certifications including Stormwater BMP Technician and Licensed Irrigation Contractor. Oversees Raleigh operations while managing client relationships across commercial properties in the Triangle region.
Questions
What commercial landscaping services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive commercial landscaping including design/installation, maintenance programs, fencing solutions, irrigation systems, and erosion control services across North Carolina's Triangle and Wilmington regions.
Do you offer residential fencing solutions?
Yes, our fencing division serves both residential and commercial clients with wood, vinyl, chain link, and aluminum fencing options tailored to security, privacy, and aesthetic needs.
What experience does your team have?
Our management team has over 50 combined years in the green industry with multiple licensed professionals holding certifications in irrigation, pesticide application, and stormwater management.
What areas do you serve?
We service commercial properties throughout North Carolina's Triangle area (Raleigh, Apex, Holly Springs) and Wilmington regions including New Hanover and Brunswick counties.
Are your crews trained and certified?
Our 120+ employees follow OSHA safety protocols with specialized training in pesticide application, irrigation systems, and stormwater best management practices across both residential and commercial projects.
How do you handle seasonal landscaping needs?
We provide annual flower installations, winterization services, and seasonal maintenance programs including snow removal, ensuring year-round landscape optimization for commercial properties in North Carolina.
