Outdoor Creations is proud to offer computerized landscape design!
At Outdoor Creations, we use the latest computer technology to show you our plans for your landscaping project. Our landscaping professionals work closely with you to create a design that is both beautiful and functional. Using color pictures of your house and the surrounding property, we can then show you exactly what your landscaping will look like once it is completed. We can make additions or changes before we pick up a shovel, ensuring that you will be 100 percent satisfied with your new landscaping.
The landscaping professionals at Outdoor Creations use the latest digital imaging technology. With digital imaging software, we are able to incorporate a picture of your property, with pictures of trees, shrubs and other landscape items to create a comprehensive, educational and informative approach to each project. The design should reflect the mature size of the planting material so that the plantings will not overpower one another when full grown. From the initial consultation, site review, concept drawing and final design to the completion of your project, our objective is quite simply your total satisfaction and approval of the landscaping.
At Outdoor Creations, we utilize the most advanced design technology on each and every one of our projects. This process lets you see the finished look of your landscape before it is ever started. Using computerized landscape design software allows us to create more accurate designs and gives us the flexibility to revise and modify at the customer's request.
At Outdoor Creations, our commitment is serving your landscaping needs with professional advice and quality products. Call us today to schedule your landscape consultation.
Retaining walls, brick patios, courtyards, walkways and fire pits
Hardscaping features can add character and personality to any outdoor area. What is most important is how that hardscape defines your outdoor living space. At Outdoor Creations we design and install most of our hardscape projects using the wide variety of products available through King's material. These products include but are not limited to walkways, patios, pillars, courtyards, and retaining walls. By having our installers certified through the Interlocking Concrete Paving Institute you can rest assured that the installation process will meet or exceed the industry standards
Let our designers help you create an outdoor living space that will suit your particular needs and lifestyle.
Low Voltage Lighting
Landscape lighting provides beauty, safety and security to your home or business. Outdoor Creations incorporates the architectural features of the structure with the beauty of the landscape to come up with a nighttime work of art that will make your home or office as beautiful in the evening as it is during the day.
Low voltage lighting is cost effective, safe, and flexible. Low voltage lighting uses half the energy of traditional 120V lights while producing the same amount of candle power. Because low voltage lighting is only 12 volts, it is extremely safe. Wire connections can be made underground and around water without the fear of electrocution. Low voltage lighting is also extremely flexible because there is no need for electrical conduit and junction boxes that will limit movement of the lights
Finish grading, seeding and sodding
When installing a new lawn the hardest question you will have to answer will be---Should I use seed or sod? Below you will find some general information on the advantages and disadvantages of both. Advantages
*Seeding
One of the biggest appeals to this way of turf establishment is the cost. It's much less expensive than sodding. But seeding also offers you many more options when it comes to turf types and varieties, which can be critical to the overall success of the turf - especially if you need to cover shaded areas or have sites with other special requirements. Another advantage to seeding turf is that grass then develops in the environment where it must ultimately survive.
*Sodding
Obviously, going from a dirt yard to a nice green turf area is a huge advantage of sodding. Turf establishes rapidly and it's relatively weed-free in the beginning. It can be installed anytime during the growing season, and is great for slopes or areas prone to erosion. Plus, there are no dust or mud problems with this method of establishment, and it can be safely traveled on sooner than a seeded area.
Disadvantages
*Seeding
The time it takes to get seed established with this method is its biggest drawback. Initial establishment takes much longer than with sod. And the planting times are more limited: It's best to seed in late summer and fall when competition from weeds is less intense. After planting, it's critical that you maintain the proper moisture level.
*Sodding
You have less selection of turf varieties - especially shade-tolerant ones because sod is not produced in shaded environments. There are sometimes incompatibilities between sod-farm soils and the ones on which you are planting, which can cause sod to perform poorly. Sod will shrink some after installation, which may allow weeds to invade in-between pieces.
Call today to schedule a consultation with one of our landscape professionals.
Tile and drainage systems
In Iowa, melting snow and heavy rains are a fact of life. Standing water in yards and wet basements can be frustrating and costly if not corrected. If you have an area in your backyard that could be considered an inadvertent water feature, we can help. At Outdoor Creations we understand that with proper grading and the use of drain tile, most wet areas in a yard can be improved or eliminated. We will advise you on the most cost-effective and practical solutions by creating a reasonable budget, time-line, and attractive alternatives to resolve your drainage issues. Call Outdoor Creations today for your free estimate: (319) 558-8118
Landscape Intallation
Outdoor Creations can make your dreams come true when it comes to your landscape installation needs, whether you are looking for new construction or renovation of an existing landscape. Our goal is to design and construct an outdoor living space that enhances your lifestyle. With our combination of the highest quality standards, the best materials, and years of experience you are sure to enjoy the latest investment in your property.
 Let Outdoor Creations provide you with a healthy, lush, weed free lawn!
Outdoor Creations provides high quality lawn treatments, at reasonable rates to keep your property looking great. We offer a variety of lawn care packages to fit the specific needs of your lawn. We use only the highest quality products that are applied with the best equipment at the right time of the year. Our application specialists are fully trained and state licensed in all aspects of lawn care. Our main goal is to establish long term relationships with our customers by providing quality and dependable service with exceptional results.
Call today to schedule your complete lawn analysis!
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