Landscape Design Services
in Irwin and Westmoreland County
From a Simple Bed Refresh to a Full Yard Transformation — We Design It, Install It, and Make It Last
A well-designed landscape does not happen by accident. It starts with someone who looks at your property carefully, thinks about what belongs there, and has the vision to bring it to life. Grato Property Care provides professional landscape design services for homeowners and businesses across Westmoreland and Allegheny County — combining a hands-on design process, real plant knowledge, and the installation expertise to deliver results you will actually be proud of.
- Licensed and Insured
- Family-Owned
- Based in Irwin, PA
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Exterior Cleaning Certified
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Best of Westmoreland Award Winner
A Design Process Built Around Your Property — Not a Template
Most landscaping companies show up with a truck full of mulch and start digging. Grato starts differently. Before a single plant goes in the ground, Josh takes the time to understand your property, your vision, and what will actually thrive in your specific conditions.
Here is how the process works:
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We Study Your Property Before We Arrive Before the site visit, Josh reviews your property online — looking at the layout, sun exposure, existing features, and surrounding landscape. By the time we arrive, we already have a feel for what the space can become.Step 1
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We Walk the Property With You We walk every corner of your yard together — looking at what is working, what is not, and what your vision is for the space. We ask questions most landscaping companies skip. What do you want to feel when you pull into your driveway? What parts of the yard bother you most? What do you want to stop doing maintenance on?Step 2
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We Show You What It Could Look Like This is where Grato does something most local landscaping companies do not. We use AI-generated visuals to show you a realistic image of what your yard could look like after the design is complete — before any work begins. You see the finished result, make adjustments, and approve the direction before we ever break ground. No surprises. No second-guessing. Just a clear picture of where we are headed.Step 3
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We Recommend the Right Plants and Materials Not every plant thrives in Western PA. Not every material fits every property. We recommend plants suited to your soil, shade, and seasonal conditions — and help you choose between mulch and decorative rock based on the look you want, the maintenance you are willing to do, and what will hold up year after year in Westmoreland County's climate.Step 4
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We Install It and Back It with the Grato Guarantee Once the plan is approved, we handle the full installation — beds, plantings, edging, hardscape borders, and everything in between. The job is not done until the finished result matches the vision we built together. That is the Grato Guarantee.Step 5
Landscape Design Services We Offer
Mulch Bed Design and Installation
Clean, defined mulch beds are the foundation of a well-designed landscape. We design bed shapes that complement your property’s architecture, install clean borders that hold their definition, and apply fresh mulch that protects your plants, suppresses weeds, and gives your yard a finished, intentional look. We help you choose between mulch types and colors based on your home’s exterior and your personal preference.
Seasonal Color Plantings
Nothing transforms a property faster than the right seasonal plantings in the right places. We select annuals and perennials suited to Western PA’s growing conditions and your specific light and soil situation — planting for color, texture, and visual impact that changes beautifully with the seasons. Whether you want a burst of spring color along your front walkway or a rich fall display in your beds, we design and install it.
Shrub and Tree Installation
The right shrubs and trees in the right locations define a landscape for years. We help you select species that thrive in Westmoreland County’s climate, complement your property’s scale, and provide the structure, privacy, or visual interest you are looking for. We handle delivery, placement, and installation — and advise on long-term care so your investment grows rather than struggles.
Hardscape Borders and Edging
Stone borders, decorative edging, and hardscape elements give a landscape structure and permanence that plants alone cannot provide. We install clean, durable borders using materials that fit your property’s style — from natural stone to structured edging — defining beds, separating lawn from landscape, and giving your yard the organized, professional look that holds up season after season.
Full Yard Redesigns
Sometimes a property needs more than a refresh. Maybe the landscape has never been properly designed. Maybe the previous owners left behind something that never worked. Maybe you are starting from scratch on a new property and want to get it right the first time. Grato handles full yard redesigns from the initial walkthrough and AI-generated concept visuals all the way through complete installation — giving your entire outdoor space a cohesive, intentional design that reflects your style and works with your property.
Curb Appeal Refresh
If you are preparing to sell, hosting an event, or simply tired of pulling into a yard that does not reflect the care you put into everything else — a targeted curb appeal refresh delivers immediate, visible results. We assess the highest-impact areas of your property and focus the design and installation work where it will be noticed most. Front bed refresh, new plantings along the walkway, defined borders, fresh mulch — the details that make a property look like someone genuinely cares about it.
Why Homeowners Across Westmoreland County Choose Grato for Landscape Design
We Show You the Vision Before We Start
Most landscaping companies hand you a quote and ask you to imagine the result. Grato uses AI-generated visuals to show you a realistic image of your finished yard before installation begins. You see it, approve it, and know exactly what you are getting. No surprises at the end of the job.
We Know What Grows in Western PA
Plant selection is not one-size-fits-all. What thrives in one part of the country struggles or dies in Westmoreland County's climate, soil, and seasonal conditions. Josh selects plants with your specific property in mind — sun exposure, drainage, soil type, and seasonal patterns — so your landscape looks great the first year and keeps looking great for years after.
We Handle Design and Installation
You do not need a separate designer and a separate installer. Grato handles the full process from the first walkthrough to the finished installation — one point of contact, one consistent standard of care, one guarantee on the finished result.
We Do Both Mulch and Rock
Not every property calls for the same material. Some yards look better with rich dark mulch. Others suit decorative rock that requires less annual maintenance. We help you choose the right material for your property's aesthetic, your maintenance preferences, and your budget — and we install both.
Real Photos from Real Properties
We have before and after photos from real design and installation projects across Westmoreland and Allegheny County. Browse our project gallery to see exactly what Grato's landscape design work looks like on properties like yours — not stock photos, not renderings, real results from real yards in your area.
Who We Serve
Landscape design is not just for large properties or big budgets. Grato works with homeowners and businesses at every stage and every scale.
You Are Tired of How Your Yard Looks
You Are Getting Ready to Sell
You Just Moved In
You Want It Done Right the First Time
Frequently Asked Questions About Landscape Design
Do you provide a design plan before starting work?
Yes. We walk your property, discuss your vision, and use AI-generated visuals to show you a realistic image of what your yard could look like before any work begins. You see the direction, make any adjustments, and approve the plan before installation starts. This is one of the things that sets Grato apart from most local landscaping companies.
How do you choose which plants are right for my property?
We select plants based on your specific property conditions — sun exposure, soil type, drainage, and Westmoreland County’s seasonal climate. We also factor in your maintenance preferences. If you want low-maintenance plantings that hold up year after year with minimal intervention, we design for that. If you want seasonal color that changes throughout the year, we design for that too.
Should I choose mulch or decorative rock for my beds?
It depends on the property, the look you are going for, and the maintenance level you want. Mulch gives a rich, natural look, breaks down over time to feed the soil, and typically needs to be replenished annually. Decorative rock has a cleaner, more permanent appearance and requires less annual maintenance but does not add nutrients to the soil. We help you weigh the options during the design consultation and recommend what makes the most sense for your specific property.
Do you handle both the design and the installation?
Yes. Grato manages the full process from the initial property walkthrough and design visuals through complete installation. You work with one team, one point of contact, and one standard of care from start to finish. There is no handoff between a designer and a separate crew.
How much does landscape design cost in Westmoreland County?
Every property is different. Pricing depends on the scope of the project, the materials selected, and the size of the area being designed and installed. We provide free, detailed written estimates with no obligation so you know exactly what is included before you commit. Call or text 724-309-5119 or fill out the form on this page to get started.
Do you work on commercial properties as well as residential?
Yes. Grato provides landscape design and installation services for both residential homeowners and commercial properties including businesses, office buildings, and HOAs across Westmoreland and Allegheny County. Commercial curb appeal matters just as much as residential — and we apply the same design process and standard of care to every property regardless of size.
What areas do you serve for landscape design?
Grato Property Care provides landscape design services throughout Westmoreland and Allegheny County including Irwin, North Huntingdon, Murrysville, Greensburg, Jeannette, Export, Trafford, Monroeville, Penn Hills, Plum Borough, and surrounding communities. Not sure if we cover your area? Call or text us at 724-309-5119 and we will let you know right away.
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Most homeowners are surprised by what is possible once they see the AI-generated vision of their yard. The consultation is free, the estimate is written and clear, and the work is backed by the Grato Guarantee.
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