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of the

landscapes we live in.

quality and value

Improving the

The Grade Outdoors logo

is a unique New Jersey-based landscape consultancy that acts as a

partner, advisor, educator, and provider

to help property owners boost the value of their properties and save money.

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The Grade Outdoors is the only NJ company that offers

comprehensive, objective landscape and grounds inspections.

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Our process starts with a complete, unbiased evaluation of your landscape and grounds. Much like a home inspection, we educate clients and develop recommendations for improvement while factoring in the site's natural ecology, landscape best practices, and careful design considerations. The advice and services we provide result in landscapes that thrive, return more value and satisfaction, and provide cleaner air and water for your family and community.​

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What do you get from a commercial or home landscape inspection from

The Grade Outdoors?  Find out here!

Landscape Solutions
Landscape Inspections
Professional Landscaping

Are you anticipating any of the following types of projects?

  • Grading & Drainage

  • Plant Installation

  • Native Landscapes

  • Landscape Renovation

  • Patio Installation

  • Retaining Wall Installation

  • Walkway / Stair Installation​

  • Turf Renovation

  • Seed / Sod

  • Fence Installation

  • Hardscaping

  • Rain Garden

  • Specialty Garden

  • Outdoor Structures & Features

The Grade Outdoors provides site analysis, soil surveys and health assessments, drainage evaluation, landscape design and recommendations, project suggestions, plant recommendations and more to inform your decisions and bring better results.

Getting ready for a home inspection or trying to find the right home inspector?

Our comprehensive landscape & grounds inspections are the perfect complement for home buyers who want to investigate the total property and learn all about their real estate purchase - inside and out!

Installing and maintaining modern landscapes is complicated!

It's not always easy to find the right help either.

Do you ever find yourself saying...

Broken Trunk

 We keep spending tons of money on the lawn. 

 My landscaper can't seem to help. 

 I planted 3 times and it keeps dying... 

 The drainage situation is getting worse! 

 This tree looks dead. 

 Why do the patio stones keep popping up? 

 My boxwoods never look good. What's wrong? 

 Is this retaining wall safe? 

 Clay. My whole yard is clay. 

 Why is the lawn turning brown? 

 Our new plants are dying! 

 This tree is too close to the house.   Should we cut it down? 

 That spruce tree doesn't look so good... 

 What are these little bugs? 

 How come our pavers are sinking? 

 My hydrangeas never flower! 

 Can't you just spray a chemical to get rid of the problem? 

 Wait - ALL that is poison ivy? 

 The backyard never dries out! 

 We have 3 different opinions from 
3 different landscapers! 
What do we do?? 

The Grade Outdoors
has answers and solutions!

Want some free advice?
Tell me about your goals or landscape issues and I will send some tips and information on how I can help!

Thank you! I'll be in touch soon.

Submittal of your personal information requested in any contact form on our website, sending an email to our email address, or calling or texting our phone number will be construed as opting in to receiving messages from The Grade Outdoors LLC. We will use your name, email, phone number, and / or address to contact you for the purpose of discussing services, making appointments, and answering questions. We do not conduct SMS marketing campaingns. We do not share personal information with third parties for any purpose. If at any point you wish to stop communications with us you may submit your request to stop in writing via email to thegradeoutdoors@gmail.com or text STOP to 973.922.3705. For more information on our privacy policy please email to thegradeoutdoors@gmail.com.

Before you call the landscaper, discover The Grade Outdoors!

Anticipating a landscape project or want a healthier yard, plants, and trees? Start with a consultation from The Grade Outdoors to learn about your property and get set on the path to a successful landscape.

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Educate yourself with a wealth of knowledge before dealing with a service provider so you know how the job should be done right - the first time.

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Build healthier landscapes through environmentally responsible best maintenance practices proven to  result in landscapes that thrive.

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Find out more here about the clients we serve.

Phone:  973.922.3705

Is your landscape...

Black Soil
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Designed Backyard
Kids in the Garden

Healthy?

Safe?

Functional?

Rewarding?

Soil health, erosion, plant health, nutrient availability, turf, storm water, irrigation and drainage can all affect landscape outcomes.

Retaining wall stability, hazardous tree ID, tripping and slipping hazards, playset safety and other outdoor structures, poisonous and invasive plants, low voltage wiring, plumbing, electric and other safety issues should be investigated and addressed.

How well does the current or planned design accomplish its intended goals or serve occupants in regard to aesthetics, usage, traffic and flow, use of space, ecological value, fruit or flower production, screening, light & shade, etc.

Carefully planned and well-tended landscapes offer rewards and value in myriad ways, such as increased property value, long term savings, natural beauty, social benefits, emotional well-being, personal satisfaction, harvests, habitats, and more!

There's a lot to think about when it comes to your grounds. Expert help is right here!

 

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The Grade Outdoors LLC
Steven Johnson
Landscape Consultant


Helping NJ property owners
understand and improve their landscapes.

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thegradeoutdoors@gmail.com
973.922.3705
Madison, NJ

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