San Mateo County · Design–Build
Landscape & paver design-build in Belmont.
One accountable, licensed team designs and builds estate-grade driveways, patios, pool decks and full outdoor spaces across Belmont, backed in writing by our on-time completion guarantee.
CA Lic #1099847
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$2M GL · $5M umbrella
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On-time guarantee
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BBB A+
Belmont snapshot
Service area
All of San Mateo County
Completed projects near Belmont
12
What neighbors invested
$28K to $147K
Verified reviews
5.0 · 44 reviews
What neighbors invested
Real projects in and around Belmont.
Every pin is a completed Sequoia build, shown as a rounded range near the neighborhood. Click one to see its scope and where the money went. Anonymized to town level.
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Driveways
Patios & walkways
Pool decks
Turf
Kitchens & fire
Belmont · Transitional
Kitchen, Pavers & Walls
$125K–145KAll-in range
Where the investment went
Averaged across 44 verified reviews on Google, Houzz and HomeAdvisor. Read every one, unedited.
What we build in Belmont
Design-build, one accountable team.
Paver Driveways
Remove and replace, engineered for real vehicle loads.
Patios & Walkways
Living space with grade and drainage resolved.
Pool Decks
Slip-aware surfaces and coping around the water.
Retaining Walls
Engineered walls, steps and grade changes.
Artificial Turf
Clean, low-water lawns and putting greens.
Landscape Design & Build
Full front and back yard transformations.
Outdoor Living
Kitchens, fire, pergolas and lighting.
Fire & Water Features
Fire pits, fireplaces and water features.
Landscape design in Belmont
Landscape Design in Belmont, CA
The city of Belmont is nestled in the Bay Area halfway between San Francisco and San Jose. Belmont, which means “beautiful mountain” in French, is a unique city mainly on the hills overlooking San Francisco Bay. Most residents own their homes, and the city is known for its stretches of open space, wooded hills, vast canyons, and views of San Francisco.
Belmont has a mild climate, with warm summers averaging in the mid-70s and cooler winters averaging about 55 degrees. Belmont gets approximately 27 inches of rain annually, slightly higher than California’s average of 23.5 inches.
The generally mild Mediterranean climate offers a variety of landscaping options. Install a pergola to enjoy a shady spot to enjoy views of the Bay Area or an outdoor fireplace to cozy up next to friends and family in the evenings.
What Locations Does Sequoia Outdoor Serve?
With over 35 years of experience, Sequoia Outdoor provides reliable landscaping design services to neighborhoods throughout Belmont, including Central Belmont, McDougal, Western Hills / Belmont Heights, and Cipriani. Sequoia Outdoor also serves surrounding cities in San Mateo County, including San Carlos, Redwood City, Burlingame, Atherton, and Menlo Park.
Building Your Dream Landscape in Belmont
When envisioning your ideal Belmont landscape, homeowners should consider lifestyle, existing architecture, and budget.
Think about what elements will best serve your lifestyle. You may have young kids or pets that need outdoor space to run and play. Or you regularly host guests and want an outdoor kitchen or firepit to entertain.
You’ll also want to consider how your softscape and hardscape design will tie in with your existing architecture. Expert landscape design can help you create a cohesive vision for your home.
When determining your budget, it’s essential to factor in initial design, materials, installation costs, and ongoing maintenance.
What Services Does Sequoia Outdoor Provide?
Sequoia Outdoor provides several services, including:
- Landscape design
- Paver installation, sealing, and cleaning
- Artificial grass installation
- Retaining walls
- Lighting
- Fire features: fire pits, fireplaces, and BBQ islands
- Pergolas
What Landscape Design Styles Are Common in Belmont?
Belmont has warm, sunny weather, so most residents opt for less grass and more rock features, installing artificial turf, and drought and flood-tolerant plants. Residents might opt for paved walkways or a water feature.
Why Should I Hire a Belmont-based Landscape Designer?
Hiring a local Belmont-based landscaping company provides you with expert knowledge of your local rules and regulations. Local designers can also leverage their network of local materials suppliers, contractors, plant nurseries, and contracting specialists.
Local knowledge
A Belmont-based landscape designer will know any local requirements and be familiar with the climate and hilly terrain.
Microclimate understanding
Every climate comes with unique challenges, and a local expert will understand the weather patterns and dry air. They’ll be able to suggest the most durable materials to withstand potential issues like drought.
Local terrain experience
Local experts are accustomed to Belmont’s hilly terrain and understand the region’s best materials and landscape construction techniques.
Access to local resources
Belmont landscape designers have established relationships with local services and materials providers and can source materials and services as needed.
Does Sequoia Outdoor Landscape with Plants, Succulents, or Gravel?
Sequoia Outdoor uses plants, succulents, and gravel, depending on your preferences and property needs.
Does Sequoia Outdoor Design for Earthquakes, Wildfires, or Mudslides?
With over 35 years of experience, Sequoia Outdoor understands the importance of considering natural disasters when landscaping.
What Does the Process of Hiring Sequoia Outdoor Entail?
When you hire Sequoia Outdoor, our team will gather information about your landscaping project, then provide an estimate. Next, we’ll book an on-site assessment and consider your property’s terrain and existing features. Then we’ll create a 3D rendering of your landscaping project and finalize the design.
We take pride in our transparency and will review the budget and timeline as well as answer any questions you may have. Our experts will remain available throughout the project, so you can always ask questions and stay updated throughout the construction process.
Belmont questions
Straight answers, before you call.
Do you serve Belmont?
Yes. Belmont is in our San Mateo County service area. We design and build across the Peninsula and South Bay, from South San Francisco down to Morgan Hill and Scotts Valley.
What does a paver or landscape project cost in Belmont?
Installed work generally runs about $30 to $52 per square foot depending on scope, with driveways at the value end and detailed patios and pool decks higher. The map above shows real, rounded ranges neighbors invested. Our project minimum is $25,000.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. California License #1099847, and we carry itemized coverage: $2M general liability, $5M umbrella, $1M auto, workers’ compensation, and professional / E&O.
How does the on-time completion guarantee work?
We set your completion date in writing at the pre-construction walkthrough. If we miss it for reasons within our control, you receive schedule credits under our published terms.
Can I see Belmont area references?
Yes. We share completed projects and verified reviews averaging 5.0 across Google, Houzz and HomeAdvisor. The live count and average are on our reviews page rather than written into this one.
How much does it cost to consult a landscape designer?
Landscape Designers in the San Francisco Bay Area charge between $48 and $80 an hour for consultations. Some consultants offer a flat rate for consultations. At Sequoia Outdoor, we offer a complimentary consultation to kick off your landscaping design project.
What is the difference between a landscape designer and a landscape designer?
A landscape designer might work on commercial projects and public spaces, though they can also work on home landscaping remodels. Landscape designers typically specialize in custom designs and do not have a license to work on large commercial projects.
How much do landscapers charge per hour in Belmont?
Maintenance crews in Belmont generally bill $25 to $50 per person per hour for mowing, pruning and cleanups. That is a different service from what we do. Sequoia Outdoor is a licensed design-build contractor and we price complete projects, not hours: a fixed scope, a fixed contract price agreed before work starts, and no hourly billing. Our project minimum is $25,000.
How much should I budget for a landscape project?
Sequoia Outdoor is a design-build contractor, not a maintenance company, and our project minimum is $25,000. Most whole-yard projects in Belmont run from that minimum up to about $100,000. Elite programs that add an outdoor kitchen, a fire feature and full planting typically run $100,000 to $300,000, and estate-scale master plans $300,000 to $500,000 or more. A separately contracted master plan runs $4,000 to $10,000 and is credited toward construction when you build with us. The project map above shows the real, rounded ranges Belmont neighbors actually invested.
What should I expect when hiring a landscape designer?
Even if you have a solid idea of what you want in your outdoor living space, a landscaping designer can help refine plans and ensure you meet all local rules and regulations. They’ll provide insights on what might best fit your budget and lifestyle and how to best design for your climate.
What questions should I ask a Sequoia Outdoor landscape designer?
Our Sequoia Outdoor experts are happy to answer any questions you may have! You may want to ask if our expert has experience with a project similar to yours. You could also ask to see pictures of their past work.
Nearby areas we serve
Ready to plan your Belmont project?
Tell us the space and the scope. We will walk your property, set a real date in writing, and show you exactly how it gets built.