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Landscaping Company in Waukee, IA

Turn your builder grade lot into a finished landscape with design and installation from a team based right here in Waukee.

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From Dirt and Sod to a Yard That Finally Looks Done

You moved into your brand new home, but the yard tells a different story: bare dirt, fresh sod, and a blank slate you have no idea how to tackle. Every weekend it sits unfinished, and every new house on the street that gets landscaped first makes yours feel further behind. Brilliant Borders Landscaping starts with a design process that turns your ideas into a clear, tangible plan built around what you actually want, from concrete edging and planting beds to mulch and foundation plantings that make a new build look complete. The crew installing it holds contractor certifications and trains year round through Greenius and Brilliant Borders University, so the work is done right the first time and backed by real warranties: one year on concrete, five years on walls and patios, 60 days on plants, and 12 months on trees. And because this is a long term relationship, the same team that builds your landscape can maintain it and keep it looking the way it did on day one.

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Local to Waukee, Serving Des Moines and Beyond

Brilliant Borders is headquartered in Waukee, not another crew driving in from across the metro. You get a team that knows your neighborhood, your soil, and your builder grade starting point, with organized scheduling and skilled installers serving Waukee and the greater Des Moines area.

Residential Landscaping

From detailed design plans to certified installation and reliable maintenance, your Johnston landscape gets concrete borders, updated plantings, and fine garden care built to last, backed by written warranties.

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Commercial Landscaping

Consistent grounds care all year – durable hardscapes, dependable mowing, and reliable snow removal keep your property presentable, safe, and disruption-free for every tenant, resident, and visitor who arrives.

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Professional, Careful, and Excellent Work

Notified us in advance to prepare for job. Any concerns during installation was answered quickly. Workers did excellent job with landscaping and keeping existing yard clean and undamaged. Extremely Happy with results.

— Barbara M.

Professional, Flexible, and Reliable Team

I contracted with Brilliant Borders for a new backyard patio. It wasn’t a huge project, but the whole team, Christian, Armando, Alex, and Alvaro, were great to work with. They were very responsive to questions and check-ins, and were easy to work with on adjusting the design and the scope and worked quickly, even with unexpected rain delays. I was very happy with the final result and would definitely recommend them.

— Elizabeth H.

A Smooth and Professional Experience

Jason and his team were fantastic to work with. Courteous, professional, and timely on the job completed. I was pleasantly surprised how smoothly the job went from start to finish.

— Matt B.

Brilliant Borders: One Expert Team For Design, Build & Maintenance

Your property deserves a landscaping partner who builds carefully, maintains faithfully, and stands behind every detail.

Landscapes are what we build; people are why we build.

Designed, Built, Maintained

Your investment should not fade after installation. When your outdoor space is built, the same team that created it can maintain it, keeping every planting bed, patio, and feature at the standard it met on day one, season after season.

A Design Process Built Around You

Your ideas become clear, tangible goals before any work begins. Every space is planned with your wishes as the focal point, from outdoor kitchens and pools to pergolas and fine garden details, so the finished design reflects exactly what you asked for.

A Certified Crew On Your Property

Your project is handled by skilled professionals who never stop learning. Every team member completes contractor certifications, Greenius training, and winter coursework through Brilliant Borders University, bringing better results to your property each year.

Quality Work. Warranty-Backed.

Your work is done right the first time and backed in writing. Concrete carries a 1 year warranty, walls and patios are covered for 5 years, plants for 60 days, and trees for 12 months, so you always know exactly where you stand.

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Serving Des Moines & Surrounding Communities

From complete outdoor living builds with kitchens, pools, pool houses, and pergolas to year round site maintenance, Brilliant Borders Landscaping serves homeowners across the Des Moines metro, including:

  • Johnston
  • Waukee
  • Cumming
  • West Des Moines
  • Ankeny
  • Altoona
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How Your Outdoor Project Comes Together

From the first phone call to the final walkthrough, your project follows a clear, organized process. You always know what happens next, who is handling it, and when your property will be ready to enjoy.

Connect

Reach out by phone or online and share your vision, whether that is a complete outdoor living space, a custom design build, or year-round maintenance. You will hear back promptly with next steps.

Consultation

A member of our team walks your property with you, listens to your goals, and evaluates the site. Your ideas guide the conversation, so we understand how you want to make the most of your outdoors.

Plan & Design

Your dream becomes a clear, visualized plan. You’ll review a custom design shaped around how you want to live outside, with materials, layout, and budget clearly explained before your plan is finalized.

Scheduling

Once you approve the plan, your project is placed on a firm schedule. You receive a realistic timeline, dependable communication, and a crew that shows up when promised.

Ready to Finish What Your Builder Started?

Your new home deserves a yard that matches it. Schedule a design consultation with a trusted local team and get a clear plan, a firm timeline, and a landscape you can enjoy this season instead of staring at dirt for another year.

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