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Gold Star Landscaping

Updated 2026-07-10 · 1,968 reviewed · 255 listed · Scored from 149 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(149) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Landscape Design & Installation
Gold Star Landscaping
Service
Landscape Design & Installation
Reviews
149

What recent reviews say

Gold Star's sod installations, landscape redesigns, and hardscaping work consistently arrive on time and on budget, with crews that clean up fully and execute owner visions precisely. Yefri leads a team (Luis, Alex, and others) known for problem-solving, material quality, and willingness to address issues without defensiveness.

The business handles complex jobs in one to two weeks: xeriscaping with custom planters, French drains, patio builds, native plantings, irrigation repairs. One early complaint cited slow responses; most recent work spans Georgetown to Lockhart with equal praise for efficiency and aftercare, including sprinkler follow-up visits at no mention of extra cost.

Praised for
  • skilled team and attention to detail
  • Yefri and crew named as leaders
  • efficient project execution
  • professional communication and responsiveness
  • quality materials and workmanship
Watch-outs
  • slow initial response times
  • occasional miscommunications mid-project
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Best for: Homeowners planning complete yard redesigns or xeriscaping within one to two weeks, especially those fixing prior contractor mistakes.
Think twice if: Initial contact response can be slow; one reviewer noted long delays before work began. Clarify timeline and communication expectations upfront.

Strengths

  • Yefri-led crew with named specialists (Luis, Alex)
  • Complete project delivery in 1-7 days
  • Problem-solving on pre-existing contractor damage
  • Aftercare follow-ups (sprinkler checks post-install)

Worth knowing

  • Yefri leads team; Luis (foreman) and Alex (irrigation specialist) named as key staff
  • Removed glass shards and plastic from prior contractor's sod install; replaced with premium Bermuda Tifway 419
  • Completed 200+ native plant install, fence replacement, full sod, patio, French drain, and pathway in seven days
  • Post-install sprinkler checks performed at no stated extra charge
  • Collaborates with landscape designer Cassie Gowan (DWG) for design input

What reviews say by service

Landscape Design & Installation
Reviewers consistently praise complete yard redesigns executed on time and to specification, with team problem-solving on complex sloped or damaged sites.
Hardscaping & Masonry
Stone patios, flagstone overlays, French drains, and custom steel planters built with precision and attention to detail.
Irrigation & Sprinkler Systems
Irrigation repairs and installations handled by specialist Alex; sprinkler follow-up visits provided after install.
xeriscape-native
Xeriscaping project praised for material quality (river rock, black star gravel, custom planters) and coordination of complex design.
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Sod installation on challenging rocky slopes completed smoothly; premium Bermuda grass sourced and laid with care.
Organic & Eco-Friendly Lawn Care
200+ native plant installation and native plantings praised for ecological outcome; hummingbirds and pollinators observed post-completion.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.72 average across the 182 landscape design & installation businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 92% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 97
Review volume 94
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can Gold Star handle yard rescues if another contractor did poor work?
Yes. One review documents full removal of a prior contractor's defective sod (which contained glass and plastic), replacement with premium Bermuda, and complete grading-showing their problem-solving and material standards.
How fast can a large yard project be completed?
Reviews show 7-day timelines for major redesigns (200+ plants, sod, patio, fence, irrigation) and smaller projects in one to two days. Speed depends on scope.
Do they check irrigation systems after install?
Yes. One reviewer reported follow-up sprinkler checks performed over two days after installation to ensure proper operation.
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Last updated 2026-07-10