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Elements of Front Yard Remodeling in San Diego

We do more than just putting out a few potted plants to transform your front yard and give it the attention it deserves.

From landscaping to hardscaping and creating a standout focal point, here are our San Diego front yard remodeling services.

1 Water Features

From rocky ponds to miniature fountains, we can find water-based features that fit your home’s style. We also consider installing solar-powered water features that make your home look like an oasis without electricity.

2 Driveways and Walkways

Using concrete, pavers, gravel, natural stone, and asphalt, we can create driveways and walkways as part of your front yard upgrade, as they provide a functional and aesthetic element to your property. You can choose from unique colors, shapes, patterns, and textures and experiment with different designs to match your landscape.

3 Outdoor Lighting

From the path, accent, flood, and security lighting to the deck and patio lighting, our front yard lighting options are meant to illuminate walkways and steps, blend with the landscape, and create an inviting atmosphere in outdoor living spaces.

4 Yard Gardens, Flower Beds, and Raised Planters

Combining yard gardens, flower beds, and raised planters creates a beautiful and functional garden, providing a space for water management and displaying plants for a beautiful and sustainable front yard upgrade.

5 Fencing, Hedges, and Screens

Our privacy elements for San Diego front yard upgrades can include using tall plants, fencing, and screens to create a sense of seclusion and to block views of the street or neighboring properties. A combination of these elements can offer a cohesive and attractive design.

6 Retaining Walls

Part of San Diego’s front yard remodeling also includes retaining walls used to create terraced levels, define spaces, and add visual interest to landscapes. We often use them to create a more functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor space by dividing a sloping yard into multiple levels, creating different areas for gardening, lounging, or entertaining.

7 Courtyards and Porches

We design and add courtyards to complement your house’s style and the front yard’s overall design. They create a sense of enclosure and intimacy to separate different areas of the yard or a backdrop for a garden bed.

8 Drought-Tolerant Plants and Landscaping

We have helped San Diego homes create beautiful front yard spaces thanks to our deep understanding of the local climate, soil types, and plant species appropriate for your area.

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Trust us to design and create a stunning front yard you will love, thanks to our personalized and tailored approach. Call us today to schedule a home visit and receive a great offer on your next San Diego front yard remodeling project.

Benefits of Front Yard Remodeling in San Diego

To create your perfect landscape, we start with an excellent idea and plan, translating into a great front yard upgrade.

Thinking of your remodeling your front yard in San Diego? Here are some of the benefits:

  • Improves Curb Appeal and Property Value – Our well-designed front yard landscapes can greatly enhance the appearance of your property and increase its curb appeal and overall property value.
  • Privacy and Security – We also design your front yard landscape for privacy and security by using hedges, screens, and other elements to block views and create a sense of seclusion.
  • Upgrading Your Outdoor Living Space – We can build outdoor living spaces such as patios, decks, and seating areas, providing a comfortable and functional space for your family.
  • Increases Energy Efficiency – A front yard remodel in San Diego provides enough shade, reduces wind, and blocks the sun’s rays, which helps reduce the energy needed to cool your home for lower energy costs.
  • Reduces Storm Water Runoff and Erosion – Front yard rain gardens, retention ponds, and permeable pavers help reduce storm water runoff and erosion, protecting your property and the surrounding area.
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    Things to Consider for San Diego Fireplace and Fire Pit Installation

    Here are some of the primary factors we consider when installing outdoor fire features in San Diego:

    • Location – We survey the available space and assess your preferred fireplace or fire pit location, per San Diego regulations. Often, we choose a location away from flammable materials and accessible.
    • Size – Considering the size of your outdoor space, your preferred fireplace or fire pit should be proportionate and fits the area scale.
    • Design – The style and design of the fireplace or fire pit should complement your property and personal preferences.
    • Material – We ensure that only the best materials are used, and you can choose natural stone, brick, or concrete outdoor fireplace or fire pit.
    • Fuel source – Your preferred fuel sources, such as gas, propane, or wood, play a key role in deciding the type and design of a fireplace or fire pit.
    • Local Building and Safety Guidelines – We ensure we have all the necessary permits and abide by San Diego outdoor fire features building and safety guidelines, including proper ventilation and adequate clearance from flammable materials.

    San Diego Outdoor Fireplaces and Fire Pit Regulations and Permits

    Away from designing and building customized fireplaces and fire pits, we also pull all the necessary permits and ensure your outdoor fire features are designed and installed as per the local building guidelines.

    1 When Is A Permit Required?

    In San Diego, a building or combination permit is necessary to construct any masonry fireplace or wood-burning prefabricated fireplace.

    However, some gas-burning decorative fireplaces, fire pits, kilns, or barbecues may not require a building or combination permit but may require a plumbing or electrical permit.

    2 Zoning Regulations

    Here are San Diego Municipal Code regulations for outdoor fireplaces and pits:

    • The fireplace enclosure must not encroach more than 2 feet 6 inches or 50 per cent of the width of the required yard, whichever is less. The fireplace must also be at least 2 feet 6 inches from the property line.
    • The fireplace and chimney are not subject to the 45-degree sloped building envelope requirement and may extend to the maximum structure height at the required setback.
    • The fireplace enclosure must not exceed a width of 10 feet measured from grade to the roof eave or the sill plate of the second floor, whichever is lower, and a maximum width of 5 feet beyond that.
    • A maximum of two projecting fireplaces per building elevation is allowed.

    Financing Your Home Remodeling Project

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    We Provide The Best San Diego Home Remodeling Experience

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    Free Consultation

    We’ll arrive at your home to get a better understanding of your vision and to discuss your ideas, budget and needs.

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    Design & Planning

    After discussing all of the details of your remodel, our experts will begin designing your project. Planning is essential at this stage as we move toward a successful project. We will communicate with you throughout the process, keeping you up to date on the overall plan as it’s developed.

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    Construction Documents & Building Permits

    We’ll make sure to get and prepare all documentation and permits required to proceed with your home renovation project.

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    Construction Phase

    Once the plan has been agreed on and finalized we’ll begin the construction phase. We will work relentlessly to make your vision a beautiful, efficient, and long-lasting reality. All our San Diego home renovation projects are built to the highest standards.

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    Final Walkthrough

    Before we hand you back your keys we’ll do a final walkthrough to ensure that every detail is of the highest quality, and that you have received every item on the project plan and is to your satisfaction.

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    My wife and I hired Better Place Remodeling on May 7, 2020, and our project was completed on August 31, 2020. Evi was the first person with whom we made in-person contact, and let me tell you, he exuded nothing but professionalism, courtesy, and respect to both my wife and me! Having hired F.A.T. Construction prior under the general foreman Tony Chavez and having a VERY POOR experience with that contractor, my wife and I were very skeptical, to say the least. Evi quickly earned our trust and our business through his constant contact and updates. He always kept my wife in the loop with all major decisions during the project. Had I not continuously kept adding more to the project, Evi and his crew would have finished a lot sooner than expected. Evi even went so far as to bring us his favorite type of coffee direct from Israel as we had a good working relationship. The one time I got frustrated at the job was nothing to do with Better Place Remodeling, but rather the City of Escondido with their slow permit approval process due to COVID-19. Even though this wasn't Evi's fault, he even brought me Starbucks coffee one night and further explained the backlog of permits. I also would like to send a shout-out to Barr and to Evi's top Landscaper Herman. Barr stepped in and helped Evi with our project when Evi's plate was full. Barr also exuded the same professionalism, courtesy, and respect to both my wife and me! Herman? What can I say? The guy has landscaping skills! Let him make suggestions to you and be open-minded about them-you will not be disappointed! Thanks, Evi, Barr, and Herman for such tremendous work on our home!

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      FAQs

      Given that this may be a new experience, we provide you with the insights, information and resources to understand your front yard remodeling process.

      1 What Should I Add to My Front Yard?

      The best additions for your front yard will depend on your specific needs, preferences, and the overall design of your property. Once we assess your property and understand your preferences, we will recommend the right ideas for your front yard upgrade.

      However, here are a few ideas that you could consider:

      1. Native plants
      2. Garden pathway
      3. Raised beds
      4. Porch or patio
      5. Water features such as a fountain or pond,
      6. Lighting
      7. Artistic elements such as sculptures, statues, or other art pieces
      8. Privacy elements such as fencing, screens, and hedges

      2 How Can I Make My Front Yard Low Maintenance?

      To make your San Diego front yard easy to maintain, we recommend adding drought-tolerant plants, automated irrigation, and using pavers and concrete for pathways.

      3 What is the Best Wattage for Front Yard Lighting?

      The best wattage depends heavily on your outdoor space because some areas need to be brightly lit. Most outdoor lighting ranges from 40 to 80 watts.

      4 How Does Your Front Yard Landscaping Process Work?

      The first step is to get in touch by either filling out an estimate request form at the bottom of this page or calling us. The next step will be site analysis, where a specialist will assess your property, give you the best landscape design, and start the front yard remodel on your approval.

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      From the initial consultation to the final walk-through, we take the time to answer your questions and actualize your home upgrade dream as your trusted San Diego remodeling contractor. If you have any questions, fill out the form below or call us at

      (858) 217-4429