Hennepin County
Landscaping in Excelsior, MN
Excelsior's walkable lake-town charm calls for patios, walkways, and gardens with real character — we design outdoor spaces that fit the village's historic feel.
We work throughout Excelsior, including neighborhoods like The Commons, Excelsior Bay, Christmas Lake.
Design & build services in Excelsior
- Excelsior paver patios
- Excelsior retaining walls
- Excelsior decks & gazebos
- Excelsior water features
- Excelsior fire pits
- Excelsior fencing
- Excelsior drainage
- Excelsior irrigation
- Excelsior planting
Seasonal services in Excelsior
Why Excelsior homeowners choose Great Goats
With 25+ years in the Twin Cities, owner Mike Olson designs every project personally and builds it to last Minnesota winters. You get local experience, a real plan, and an itemized estimate — not a vague ballpark.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cost guides for Excelsior homeowners
Real Twin Cities numbers, not vague ballparks — so you know what to budget before we ever walk your property.
Patios
How Much Does a Paver Patio Cost in the Twin Cities? (2026)
In the Twin Cities, a professionally installed paver patio typically costs $38 to $62 per square foot. A standard 300-square-foot patio runs roughly $11,000–$18,000. The biggest cost drivers are excavation and base depth, drainage, paver choice, and design complexity.
Retaining Walls
How Much Does a Retaining Wall Cost in Minnesota? (2026)
In Minnesota, retaining walls typically cost $50–$75 per square foot of wall face installed, with most projects running $4,000–$10,000. Walls taller than 4 feet usually require engineering and a permit. Drainage, not the block, is what determines whether a wall lasts.
Pricing
How Much Does Landscaping Cost in the Twin Cities? (2026 Guide)
In the Twin Cities, front-yard landscaping runs $1,650–$5,500, smaller projects $2,500–$5,000, and full installations $3,000–$15,000+. Labor is the biggest line item, often 40–65% of the total. Late winter is the cheapest time to book.