Business Details
45 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Landscaping Partner in Northford, CT
Christensen Landscape Services has been redefining outdoor living through exceptional quality and timeless design since 1981. Our comprehensive approach spans innovative landscape design, quality installations, and durable hardscape solutions including concrete, masonry, and carpentry. With decades of collective expertise, our team of designers, carpenters, and specialists creates spaces that blend beauty with functionality. We maintain industry leadership through memberships in professional organizations like the Association of Professional Landscape Designers and the National Association of Landscape Contractors. Our commitment to exceeding industry standards is demonstrated through warranties that set new benchmarks for excellence.Led by founders David and Donna Christensen, we combine advanced design credentials with hands-on craftsmanship to deliver enduring outdoor spaces. Sustainability remains central to our practice, incorporating native materials and eco-friendly techniques. Our reputation for award-winning designs and meticulous attention to detail has made us a trusted name in landscape excellence. We specialize in transforming properties with features ranging from formal gardens to modern outdoor living spaces. Every project reflects our dedication to enhancing lifestyles through thoughtful, durable, and visually stunning landscapes.
Services
Landscape Design
Hardscape Installation
Maintenance Services
Snow Removal
Outdoor Living Spaces
Water Features
Tree Care
Sod Installation
Lighting Design
Garden Renovations
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in landscape design and installation
- Our team includes certified arborists and NY Botanical Gardens-trained designers
- We provide comprehensive hardscape capabilities including concrete and masonry
- Our sustainability practices incorporate native materials and eco-friendly techniques
- We maintain active leadership roles in major industry associations
Associations and certifications
- Association of Professional Landscape Designers
- Connecticut Nursery and Landscape Association
- Connecticut Groundskeepers Association
- National Association of Landscape Contractors
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates customized outdoor environments combining aesthetic appeal with functional design. Using advanced CAD software and photo imaging technology, we develop detailed plans for residential and commercial properties. Our designers specialize in formal gardens, outdoor living spaces, and sustainable landscapes that enhance property value while meeting environmental needs.
Hardscape Installation
We provide comprehensive hardscape installation including concrete, masonry, and carpentry work. Our capabilities range from stone walls and walkways to patios and retaining structures. Each project utilizes premium materials and expert craftsmanship to create durable, visually appealing outdoor spaces that complement natural surroundings.
Maintenance Services
Our maintenance programs ensure landscapes remain vibrant throughout the seasons. Services include turf fertilization, pruning, weed control, and seasonal cleanups. We offer customized schedules for lawn care, perennial bed maintenance, and tree/shrub management using both organic and synthetic treatment options tailored to specific property needs.
Snow Removal
We provide 24/7 snow removal services for residential and commercial properties. Our comprehensive winter maintenance includes plowing, de-icing, salting, and snow hauling. Professional equipment and trained crews ensure safe, accessible properties throughout the winter season with minimal landscape impact.
Outdoor Living Spaces
We design and construct custom outdoor living areas including kitchens, fireplaces, and entertainment spaces. Our team integrates premium materials with functional design to create seamless extensions of indoor living areas. Features include custom lighting, seating arrangements, and weather-resistant structures for year-round enjoyment.
People
David Christensen
Owner, Founder
David Christensen co-founded the company in 1981 and has led its growth into a premier landscaping firm. With decades of industry experience, he oversees operations and maintains the company's commitment to quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Donna Christensen
Owner, Designer
Donna Christensen brings advanced design credentials from the New York Botanical Gardens School of Design to create award-winning landscapes. As lead designer, she specializes in outdoor living spaces and formal gardens while ensuring sustainable, client-focused solutions.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
While based in Northford, CT, we serve residential and commercial clients throughout Connecticut with specialized knowledge of local climate and soil conditions.
Do you offer seasonal maintenance programs?
Yes, we provide comprehensive seasonal maintenance including spring/fall cleanups, snow removal, and year-round lawn care with customizable service schedules.
Are your designers certified professionals?
Our design team includes certified arborists and NY Botanical Gardens-trained professionals with decades of combined experience in landscape architecture.
How do you handle sustainability?
We prioritize native plants, local materials, and eco-friendly practices while incorporating water retention systems and organic treatment options when possible.
What warranty do you offer?
All installations come with industry-leading warranties covering both materials and workmanship, exceeding standard landscaping industry requirements.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
With 40+ years of experience, we manage projects of all sizes from small gardens to extensive commercial developments with dedicated project supervision.
Reviews (1)
Colin Gordon
Sep 07, 2020
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We have been long-term customers of Christensen Landscape Services and are extremely happy. They are professional, polite, extremely responsive and have always given us great value for our money. We highly recommend and thank them for the excellent service and quality.
