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New Construction
Complete landscapes for new builds and bare lots.
Includes
- Full landscape installs from bare ground
- Building from your landscape architect's or designer's plans
- New irrigation and drainage systems
- Hardscape, planting and turf
Service area · North Bay
Landscaping in Marin County
We build and renovate landscapes in southern and central Marin, from Sausalito and Tiburon to Mill Valley, San Rafael and Fairfax.
Where we work
Where does Arkland work in Marin?
Arkland Landscape Construction works in 16 Marin County cities and communities in the North Bay: Tiburon, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Rafael, Sausalito, Marin City, Strawberry, San Quentin, Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, Belvedere, Corte Madera, Greenbrae, Kentfield, Ross, San Anselmo and Fairfax.
Southern Marin wraps around Richardson Bay and the slopes of Mount Tamalpais, so many lots in Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon and Belvedere are steep, wooded and shaded, with fog on summer mornings. Inland towns like San Anselmo, Ross, Kentfield and Fairfax are warmer and sunnier.
Deer are common across much of Marin, and many neighborhoods back onto open space, so plant choice, fencing and defensible space around the house get extra thought on every job here.
North Bay (Marin)
16 communities
- Tiburon
- Mill Valley
- Larkspur
- San Rafael
- Sausalito
- Marin City
- Strawberry
- San Quentin
- Tamalpais-Homestead Valley
- Belvedere
- Corte Madera
- Greenbrae
- Kentfield
- Ross
- San Anselmo
- Fairfax
Local conditions
What shapes a Marin landscape?
Slopes, shade, deer and big trees. These are the things we plan around here.
Steep, wooded lots
Hillside homes often need retaining walls, steps, terraces and drainage before there's room for a patio or a lawn.
Landscape RenovationShade and fog
Under tall trees and in the fog, sun-loving plants struggle. We plant for shade and light paths and steps so the yard works after dark.
Landscape EnhancementsDeer and wildlife
We favor plants deer usually leave alone and protect the ones they like with fencing or enclosed beds, so new planting survives its first season.
Landscape EnhancementsBig trees and fire safety
Large trees near the house can mean removals, pruning and defensible space. Our Tree Services crew handles that work alongside the landscape.
Tree Services
Recent projects
Marin projects
We don't have a Marin case study published on this site yet. Our published projects are mostly on the Peninsula, and each project page shows the photos, materials and what we built.
Our divisions
Which landscaping services do we offer in Marin?
Upgrade the yard you have, rebuild it from the ground up, or build a new landscape from bare ground.
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Landscape Renovation
Rebuild an existing yard from the ground up.
Includes
- Demolition of old patios, decks and plantings
- Drainage and retaining walls
- Patios, walkways, driveways and steps
- Fire pits, outdoor kitchens and BBQ islands
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Landscape Enhancements
Upgrade the yard you already have.
Includes
- Planting and plant selection
- Drought-tolerant and California-native plant upgrades
- Outdoor lighting
- Irrigation repairs, upgrades and new installs
Does Marin Water have a lawn replacement rebate?
Yes. Marin Water's Cash for Grass program pays rebates for replacing lawn with water-wise landscaping for its customers in southern and central Marin. Amounts and rules change, so check the current terms with Marin Water first, including whether you need approval before removing any grass. Arkland can plan the new landscape and schedule the work around the program's steps.
How do you landscape a Marin yard with deer?
Start with plants deer usually leave alone, protect the ones they like with fencing or enclosed beds, and keep the most tempting plants close to the house. No plant is fully deer-proof, so Arkland mixes tough, low-water plants with fencing where it matters, and plans for it during the design instead of after the first damage.
Do you work on steep lots in Mill Valley and Sausalito?
Yes. Steep, wooded lots are common in Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon and Belvedere, and they often need retaining walls, steps, drainage and tree work before patios and planting. Taller walls can need a permit and an engineer, and each Marin town has its own rules. Arkland reviews what your site needs during the estimate, and our Tree Services crew handles removals and pruning.
Other areas we serve
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Planning a project in Marin?
Tell us what you have in mind and where the property is. We'll take it from there.