Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Landscaping Partner in Michigan
American Modern Landscape was founded to transform the way homeowners approach landscaping. With over 15 years of experience in the concrete industry and a decade specializing in playground installations, we provide innovative solutions that save time and money while enhancing property value. Our team of licensed and insured professionals specializes in bonded rubber mulch, decorative concrete edging, and custom playground design, serving clients across Michigan, North Carolina, and Tennessee. We prioritize eco-friendly practices by repurposing materials that would otherwise end up in landfills, ensuring our products are both durable and sustainable. Our bonded rubber mulch eliminates annual replacement costs and maintenance hassles, while our concrete edging solutions reduce lawn care time by eliminating weed-whacking.For playgrounds, we offer comprehensive services from design to installation, incorporating safety surfacing that meets rigorous standards. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our meticulous installation process, which includes base preparation, fiberglass reinforcement, and expansion joints to prevent cracking. Customer satisfaction remains our top priority, as evidenced by our free consultations and one-year price guarantees. We operate with transparency, providing clear pricing and detailed project planning to ensure every client achieves their vision for a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape.
Services
Bonded Rubber Mulch
Concrete Edging
Playground Installation
Masonry Services
Landscape Design
Rubber Surfacing
Poured-In-Place Rubber
Concrete Curbing
Safety Surfacing
Custom Playground Design
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience in concrete and landscaping services
- Our bonded rubber mulch eliminates annual replacement costs
- Eco-friendly practices repurpose materials from landfills
- Decorative concrete edging reduces lawn maintenance by 70%
- Licensed and insured operations across three states
What people say
Saves time on maintenance
Durable installations
Professional service
Eco-friendly materials
Property value increase
Services
Bonded Rubber Mulch
Our bonded rubber mulch provides a permanent landscaping solution that never needs replacement. Made from 100% chemical-free recycled materials, it resists fading, mold, and weeds while allowing water permeation. Homeowners save money long-term compared to traditional mulch options.
Concrete Edging
Decorative concrete edging enhances curb appeal while reducing lawn maintenance. Our stamped options offer customization with hundreds of patterns and colors. The installation process removes grass bases and reinforces concrete with fiberglass mesh for lasting durability.
Playground Installation
We design and install playgrounds with safety-certified surfacing options including poured rubber and artificial turf. Our comprehensive services cover permitting, excavation, and equipment installation for residential and commercial clients across three states.
Masonry Services
Licensed masonry services include stamped patios, retaining walls, and chimney repairs. Our 15+ years of experience ensure proper base preparation and expansion joints to prevent cracking in all concrete installations.
Landscape Design
Custom landscape design services create cohesive outdoor spaces. We integrate rubber mulch, concrete edging, and playground elements while considering drainage, plant needs, and long-term maintenance requirements for optimal results.
People
Michael J. Kessler
Owner & Founder
With 15+ years in the concrete industry and a decade specializing in playground installations, Michael established American Modern Landscape to provide innovative, low-maintenance landscaping solutions that transform outdoor spaces.
Questions
What makes your rubber mulch different from traditional mulch?
Our bonded rubber mulch never needs replacement, won't wash away, and resists mold while allowing water permeation. Made from recycled materials with a pet-friendly binder.
Do you offer services outside Michigan?
We serve North Carolina and Tennessee in addition to Michigan, with experience completing projects across all three states.
How long does concrete edging installation take?
Most installations complete within 24 hours, with crews able to install up to 300 linear feet per day using specialized equipment.
Are your playground surfaces safe for children?
All playground surfacing meets or exceeds safety standards for fall protection, including poured-in-place rubber and certified mulch options.
What warranty do you offer?
We provide one-year price guarantees on concrete edging projects and stand behind our workmanship with proper installation techniques that maximize product longevity.
Can concrete edging crack?
While possible, our installation process minimizes cracking through base preparation, fiberglass reinforcement, and expansion joints based on 15+ years of industry experience.
Reviews (5)
Michael Thompson
Jun 01, 2020
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Positive:Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I got the concrete edging along with the rubber mulch around my house and a couple trees. couldnt be more impressed then I am now my yard looks 100 times better. Good hard working crew came an knocked it out the ballpark, thanks American modern your awesome!!!
I got the concrete edging along with the rubber mulch around my house and a couple trees. couldnt be more impressed then I am now my yard looks 100 times better. Good hard working crew came an knocked it out the ballpark, thanks American modern your awesome!!!
Matthew Hebel
May 28, 2020
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American Modern Landscape are top notch landscapers would definetly recommend to anyone looking for landscaping needs! 10/10
Dawn Adams Miller
Dec 11, 2019
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After getting concrete curbing around my beds and trees I called in American Modern Landscape to put in brown mulch. The estimate was as expected and they offered to do it Labor Day! Three guys, 5 hours, and it was done. It looks fantastic. No need to mess with this for a long time. Thanks guys.
Darla Yurgaites
Aug 16, 2018
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I can not say enough to express how much I love my new edging. The workmanship from American Modern Landscape was top notch. It's obvious they take pride in what they do. We made the right choice with American Modern Landscape.
Janet Hauler
Jul 14, 2018
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Michael and the crew were extremely professional to work with and the transformation is AMAZING . The pictures speak for themselves. I would definitely call them for any future landscaping needs.
