Landscaping in Tempe, AZ
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Serving Tempe, AZ

Tempe's Trusted Outdoor Living Contractor

Outdoor living and hardscape in Tempe, AZ — shade structures, paver patios, turf, and low-water landscaping designed to make compact urban backyards genuinely usable.

  • Licensed, bonded & insured
  • 4.9★ on Google · locally owned & operated
  • Free on-site consultations & detailed estimates
  • In-house crews — no subcontractors for core work

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Our Services

Our Services in Tempe

Full-service outdoor living for Tempe-area homeowners — from ramadas and outdoor kitchens to paver patios, turf, walls, water features, and desert landscaping, plus custom pools. Every project is built for the Valley of the Sun climate.

Outdoor Living in Tempe, AZ

Outdoor Living

Complete outdoor living builds in Phoenix — ramadas and pergolas, outdoor kitchens and BBQ islands, fire pits and firepl...

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Pavers & Hardscaping in Tempe, AZ

Pavers & Hardscaping

Paver and travertine hardscaping across the Valley — patios, walkways, driveways, and pool decks installed over a proper...

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Landscape Design & Installation in Tempe, AZ

Landscape Design & Installation

Desert landscape design and installation in Phoenix — low-water planting plans, decorative rock and boulders, mature tre...

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Artificial Turf in Tempe, AZ

Artificial Turf

Artificial turf installation across Phoenix — pet-friendly and putting-green grades installed over a compacted, free-dra...

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Water Features in Tempe, AZ

Water Features

Custom water features for Arizona backyards — sheer-descent and scupper walls, rock waterfalls, bubbling urns and basalt...

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Retaining & Seat Walls in Tempe, AZ

Retaining & Seat Walls

Engineered retaining walls and built-in seat walls in Phoenix — block, stacked stone, and stucco walls that hold grade, ...

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Custom Pools in Tempe, AZ

Custom Pools

Custom swimming pool design and construction in Phoenix — designed as part of the whole backyard, with the deck, shade, ...

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Pool Remodeling in Tempe, AZ

Pool Remodeling

Pool remodeling in Phoenix — new interior finishes, waterline tile and coping, paver and travertine deck replacement, mo...

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Pool Resurfacing in Tempe, AZ

Pool Resurfacing

Pool resurfacing in Phoenix — plaster, quartz, and pebble interior finishes that restore worn, etched, and stained pool ...

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In-Ground Hot Tubs in Tempe, AZ

In-Ground Hot Tubs

Custom in-ground spas and hot tubs in Phoenix — standalone gunite spas and spillover designs built into the deck and har...

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Why Choose AZ Outdoor Concepts

Why Tempe Homeowners Choose Us

Local Expertise

We've built backyards in Tempe and across the Phoenix area for years. We know the soil conditions, the intense heat and UV, monsoon drainage, and what actually performs in the Valley of the Sun.

In-House Crews

We never subcontract our core work. Our trained, full-time crews ensure consistent quality and accountability on every project.

Built to Last

Hardy, regionally-appropriate plantings and frost-depth hardscape bases — every material and method is selected for durability and performance in the Valley of the Sun climate.

Proven Track Record

4.9-star Google rating and a long list of happy homeowners, businesses, and HOAs across the Phoenix area and the East Valley.

About Tempe

Landscaping in Tempe, AZ

Tempe yards are generally smaller and older than the rest of the Valley, and that changes the design problem entirely. In a compact backyard, every element has to do more than one job — a seat wall that also retains grade and holds a planter, a shade structure sized to cover the whole usable area rather than just a table, hardscape that makes the space feel larger instead of chopping it up.

Most of our Tempe projects involve working with what's already there: removing a cracked concrete slab and replacing it with travertine, adding a pergola or ramada over an exposed patio, converting a struggling lawn to turf or desert planting, and fixing drainage on properties where decades of settling have changed how water moves. Mature trees are an asset worth designing around — we work to preserve root zones rather than trenching straight through them.

From South Tempe and The Lakes to Warner Ranch and the older neighborhoods near downtown, AZ Outdoor Concepts makes small Tempe backyards work harder. Contact us for a free on-site consultation.

Reviews

What Our Clients Say

Real Google reviews from Phoenix-area homeowners, posted to the profiles of AZ Pool Concepts, our sister company.

“I will start by saying I was not asked to leave a review and did not know of this company before hiring them for our pool remodel. We could not have had a better experience with Az Pool Concepts. Our pool looks amazing and the whole process was so easy and seamless. Shawn was in constant communication about what and when things were happening, he was here every day overseeing the work being done and was always available by text with any questions we had. He exceeded our expectations and I truly cannot recommend them enough.”
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Dana Isom

Google review · AZ Pool Concepts

“I hired Shawn and AZ Pool Concepts to demo and remove a permanent grill and fire pit to create more space, replace travertine that had been eroded by my salt pool with pearlescent limestone. Shawn and his team did an excellent job. His communication, integrity and customer service are all top notch, along with customer satisfaction in the project When I was looking to hire someone these are the attributes I was looking for. I highly recommend AZ Pool Concepts.”
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Paul Ticen

Google review · AZ Pool Concepts

“What a great experience... from the time we first contacted him to the finished product! Communication was quick and clear, the timeframe to start the job was excellent and the finished product looks amazing. We interviewed 6 companies and Shawn was the best candidate by far. We will use them again.”
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Schreiner Realty

Google review · AZ Pool Concepts

“Shawn responded to my email inquiry the next morning, and came out that day to bid on our Travertine Patio and walkway job. His pricing was very fair, and actually got the whole job done in three days!! We went on vacation the day the crew started, and came home to a perfect install, clean-up, and could not be happier!”
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eric nicholson

Google review · AZ Pool Concepts

Featured Work

Recent Projects

A sampling of ramadas, outdoor kitchens, paver patios, turf, and landscape projects completed across the Phoenix area.

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Outdoor living, paver, and landscape project near Tempe, AZ
Outdoor living, paver, and landscape project near Tempe, AZ
Outdoor living, paver, and landscape project near Tempe, AZ
Outdoor living, paver, and landscape project near Tempe, AZ
Outdoor living, paver, and landscape project near Tempe, AZ
Outdoor living, paver, and landscape project near Tempe, AZ
Outdoor living, paver, and landscape project near Tempe, AZ

Our Process

How We Work in Tempe

Step 1

Free Design Consultation

We walk your yard with you, talk through how you actually want to use the space — cooking, entertaining, shade, play, low upkeep — and get a feel for materials, layout, and budget. No pressure, no obligation.

Step 2

Custom Design & Estimate

You get a full backyard design and a clear, itemized written estimate covering layout, hardscape materials, structures, plants, and timeline — and we handle the permitting with your city.

Step 3

Build & Installation

Our own crews handle every phase — grading and drainage, compacted base, pavers, walls, structures, turf, irrigation, and planting — built to hold up to Arizona sun, monsoon runoff, and caliche soil.

Step 4

Walkthrough & Aftercare

We clean up, walk the finished space with you, and show you how to care for it. We're not perfect, but we'll always be here when you need us.

FAQ

Tempe Landscaping Questions

Do you serve Tempe, AZ?
Yes — Tempe is one of our regular service areas. We build ramadas and outdoor kitchens, paver and travertine patios, walkways and driveways, artificial turf, retaining and seat walls, water features, and desert landscaping throughout Tempe and neighboring communities — plus custom pools and remodels.
What's the typical cost of a backyard project in Tempe?
It depends on scope. A paver patio or turf install in Tempe may start in the low thousands, while a full outdoor living build with a ramada, outdoor kitchen, hardscape, and landscape runs considerably higher. We provide free on-site estimates with itemized pricing for every Tempe project.
Do you handle permits in Tempe?
Yes, we coordinate all permitting when required. We're familiar with Tempe's specific requirements and manage submissions and inspections directly as part of our service.
How soon can you start a Tempe project?
Typical lead time from contract signing to installation start is 1–3 weeks, depending on material availability and crew scheduling. We provide a firm start date during the consultation.
Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
Yes. AZ Outdoor Concepts is fully licensed and insured in Arizona, with comprehensive general liability and workers' compensation coverage on every Tempe project.
Do you offer a warranty on Tempe projects?
Hardscape materials carry the manufacturer's warranty, and our craftsmanship warranty covers installation quality. Specific warranty terms are outlined in your project agreement. See our Warranty page for the full policy.

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