Your Local Partner for Landscaping Projects in Scarborough

The AHS team provides exceptional landscaping and hardscaping services tailored to the unique requirements of homes and commercial buildings. Over the years, we have helped homeowners install automated sprinkler systems to maintain a healthy lawn. We have also handled installation and maintenance of patios, ponds, sports courts, and custom decks.

Whether you need retaining walls for a sloped backyard in Cliffside, a permeable interlocking stone walkway for a flood-prone property, or a low-maintenance eco-lawn for a busy family home in Malvern, we’ve got you covered. Our team will help design breathtaking outdoor spaces that reflect your dream landscape.

• BBB-accredited landscaper with an A-rating
• Insured, bonded, and WSIB-certified company
• Completed more than 6,000 projects successfully
• Earned more than 2,000 five-star reviews from satisfied clients
• Expertise in Scarborough zoning laws, by-laws, and permits
• High-quality materials backed by comprehensive manufacturer warranties
• Over 100 in-house landscaper experts at your service
• 10-year workmanship warranty for your peace of mind

Step into your garden, stunning backyard, or sports court that hasn’t been built yet, or feel the glow of an amazing sunset over your patio. That’s the power of our 3D landscape rendering services. Our experienced landscapers take your vision for the landscape you desire and transform it into a 3D design using advanced technology.

Before finalizing your design, we help you visualize how different materials, grading, lighting options, drainage systems, and outdoor features will function throughout Scarborough’s changing seasons. Thus, we pay attention to how your landscaping will function in the long term, not just how it looks on installation day.

Scarborough is one of the most diverse and geographically unique regions in the Greater Toronto Area. From the steep lakeside terrain near the Scarborough Bluffs to the mature ravine-lined properties around Highland Creek and the suburban neighborhoods of Agincourt and Milliken, outdoor spaces across the region face very different challenges.

Soil conditions, drainage issues, lot layouts, and exposure to harsh lake-effect weather vary significantly from one area to another. That’s why our team takes a custom approach to every landscaping project with a localized understanding of how Scarborough properties are built, used, and affected by Ontario’s changing climate. Here are some of the top landscaping services we offer in this region.

Permeable Interlocking Stone for Flood-Prone Homes

In neighborhoods like Agincourt, Milliken, and Malvern, heavy clay soil and dense subdivision layouts often lead to pooling water, muddy lawns, and drainage problems after major GTA rainstorms. That’s why our team recommends permeable interlocking systems that allow water to drain more naturally into the ground.

For sloped properties near the Scarborough Bluffs and Cliffside, permeable pavers can also help reduce runoff and erosion pressure while creating more stable, usable outdoor living areas. Permeable interlocking is also valuable for homes affected by frequent freeze-thaw cycles and recurring drainage concerns common throughout Scarborough.

Low-Maintenance Eco-Lawns for Busy Homeowners

Most busy homeowners are replacing traditional high-maintenance turf with eco-lawns that require less mowing, watering, seasonal maintenance, and professional lawn care services. This shift is popular among busy families looking for practical outdoor spaces that complement their home’s curb appeal year-round.

Some of the common landscaping plants in Scarborough include serviceberry, switchgrass, wild Columbine, and more.

Custom Landscape Lighting

Proper lighting improves your property’s security by deterring intruders and illuminating driveways and walkways. It also highlights your home’s architectural style and hardscaping. This creates a unique visual appeal. Let the landscaping experts at AHS create a welcoming ambiance and make your yard a place you can relax with your loved ones.

At Action Home Services, we offer custom outdoor lighting services. Thus, we design the entire outdoor environment in a way that complements your existing landscaping features. Whether you prefer in-ground paver lighting for your steps, interlocking walkways, or asphalt driveways, our team is ready to use creative lighting to transform your backyard.

Install a Heated Driveway

Say goodbye to salting and shoveling your driveway every winter. The AHS team helps Scarborough homeowners install glycol (hydronic) or electrically heated driveways. These innovative systems help keep your driveway snow-free. That means you do not need to hire snow removal services every time it snows.

Work closely with our experts to choose the best heated driveway option within your budget and preferences. Schedule a free consultation and discuss your driveway and walkway heating project with an expert.

Scarborough homeowners don’t need a permit for basic lawn care or planting flowers. However, you’ll need a permit if your landscaping project significantly alters your property. For example, if part of your yard will be excavated or if necessary changes to your drainage system are required, you will require a permit.

Note that you will need a tree removal or injury permit if the mature trees to be cut are 30 cm in diameter or larger and are at least 1.4 meters above the ground. You’ll need to visit the Scarborough Tree Protection & Plan Review Office located on the 3rd Floor of the Scarborough Civic Center.

If any part of your landscaping extends beyond the normal property line, you need a Right of Way or Landscape Construction Permit. For a landscaping project that involves the construction of retaining walls over 3.2 feet high and other hardscaping structures, you need a building permit. Here’s a breakdown of the permits you may need and where to get them.

Our team will work closely with you to identify the specific permits you need and obtain them.

The cost of landscaping in Scarborough and other nearby cities ranges from approximately $5,000 for minor seasonal services to $100,000 or higher for complex landscaping projects. The final price depends on the property’s size, site access, drainage conditions, chosen materials, and the overall scope of work.

Projects that involve interlocking stone, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, lighting systems, pergolas, or full backyard redesigns can exceed $100,000. This is especially true for homes with complex yards, such as those near the Bluffs or on larger lots in Highland Creek and West Hill.

Properties with heavy clay soil, grading issues, or permit requirements may also require additional site preparation and drainage planning before construction begins. Therefore, it’s best to request a free quote. At AHS, we offer full-service landscaping solutions to help homeowners bring their vision to life.