Business Details
18 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Premium Landscaping Solutions
Founded in 2008, Creekside Outdoor Living has established itself as a premier landscaping company serving residential and commercial clients across Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland. Our mission centers on transforming outdoor visions into reality by delivering premium landscape enhancements, seasonal maintenance, and specialized services like snow removal and pool installation. With over 15 years of experience, we prioritize client collaboration, utilizing 3D rendering technology to ensure precise design execution while maintaining a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.Our team's expertise extends to turf care programs that serve major local sports facilities, including the Gary Railcats stadium, demonstrating our capability to handle projects of all scales. As an ICPI-certified and Unilock-authorized contractor, we combine industry-leading standards with personalized service to create functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces that enhance property value and client lifestyles.
Services
Landscaping
Lawn Fertilization
Snow & Ice Control
Swimming Pools
3D Rendering
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of specialized landscaping expertise in Chicagoland's climate challenges
- Our 24/7 snow removal service guarantees property clearance before business hours
- Financing options available for large-scale outdoor living projects
- 3D rendering technology visualizes your completed project before construction begins
- Official fertilizer provider for Northwest Indiana's professional baseball fields
Associations and certifications
- Unilock Contractor
- ICPI Certified
Services
Landscaping
Our comprehensive landscaping services transform outdoor spaces through customized hardscaping, plant installations, and functional design solutions. Serving residential and commercial clients in Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland, we create durable, seasonally appropriate environments that enhance property aesthetics and usability. Each project combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver spaces that align with client lifestyles and property architecture.
Lawn Fertilization
Customized lawn fertilization programs strengthen turf health through scientifically formulated treatments. We service residential properties, commercial complexes, and municipal sports facilities including the Gary Railcats stadium. Our approach combines soil analysis with seasonal adjustments to produce dense, weed-resistant lawns that maintain vibrant appearance year-round while meeting environmental sustainability standards.
Snow & Ice Control
24/7 snow removal and ice management services protect commercial properties and HOAs during winter months. Our equipped fleet ensures timely clearance of parking lots and walkways, operating proactively before storm events. Specialized de-icing techniques prevent re-accumulation while minimizing surface damage, maintaining safe access for businesses and residents throughout the winter season.
Swimming Pools
Custom pool design and installation services create backyard entertainment centers tailored to client preferences. We integrate pools with surrounding landscapes using complementary materials and functional layouts. Our process includes site assessment, design visualization through 3D modeling, and construction oversight to ensure seamless integration with existing outdoor features and client usage patterns.
3D Rendering
Advanced 3D rendering technology transforms conceptual ideas into photorealistic digital models. This service allows clients to explore design elements, material choices, and spatial relationships before construction begins. The visualization process facilitates precise adjustments, ensuring final installations perfectly match client expectations while streamlining project planning and decision-making.
People
Mike Arnold
President
Mike Arnold founded Creekside Outdoor Living in 2008 and oversees all construction operations. With a passion for creating lasting client relationships, he combines landscaping expertise with community leadership as a NASCAR touring series chaplain, dedicated to delivering exceptional outdoor living solutions while maintaining strong ethical standards.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in landscaping projects throughout Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland regions.
Do you offer financing options?
Yes, we provide flexible financing solutions for major outdoor living projects.
How does your design process work?
We use 3D rendering technology to visualize your project before construction begins.
Are you available for emergency snow removal?
Our snow removal team operates 24/7 during winter months for commercial clients.
What sets you apart from other landscapers?
We combine ICPI-certified expertise with Unilock product authorization and 15+ years of local experience.
Reviews (3)
Tyler Carter
Nov 30, 2017
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Creekside has done a great job for me personally and at my business. This past summer they did a huge patio project for me and it turned out awesome!.
Jessica Andryske
May 25, 2017
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We had Creekside extend our patio, add retaining wall, fire pit and landscaped section in our backyard. They are great and quality work. Definitely.
Sara Quanstrom
Nov 14, 2016
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We absolutely love our patio & fire pit that Creekside Landscaping installed for us. Mike really helped our vision come alive by creating a virtual.
