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44 Years
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Your Trusted Landscaping Partner in Birmingham, MI
Berns Landscaping Services has been transforming outdoor spaces in Birmingham, Michigan, and surrounding communities for over 40 years. Founded in 1982 by Jim & Peggy Berns, our company specializes in comprehensive landscaping solutions, including design, installation, and maintenance. Our team of certified experts prioritizes a drama-free experience, offering personalized service with a 24-hour response guarantee. We combine sustainable practices like organic lawn care with advanced techniques for irrigation, tree care, and outdoor living spaces.With a focus on local expertise, we serve residential and commercial clients across Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties, ensuring every project reflects our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Our three-phase plant monitoring system and optional five-year guarantees underscore our dedication to long-term client relationships.
Services
Landscape Design
Installation
Maintenance
Tree Services
Commercial Services
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of local landscaping expertise since 1982
- Comprehensive services from design to maintenance
- 24-hour response guarantee for client concerns
- Organic lawn care and sustainable practices
- In-house team handles all project phases
What people say
Stress-free process
Expertise evident
Timely service
Beautiful results
Great communication
Services
Landscape Design
Our in-house design team creates tailored outdoor spaces matching your home's style. We offer two free revisions and handle everything from garden layouts to hardscape features. Clients receive detailed presentations with 3D visualizations. Our process ensures functional beauty while considering maintenance needs and climate conditions.
Landscape Installation
Complete build-out of designed landscapes including plantings, retaining walls, and irrigation systems. Our team handles grading, lighting, and specialty features like outdoor kitchens. We guarantee clean worksites daily and final inspections with client walkthroughs. Projects include sod installation and seasonal plantings.
Landscape Maintenance
Year-round maintenance plans featuring mowing, pruning, and seasonal cleanups. Our organic approach includes eco-friendly fertilizers and pest control. We offer three post-installation checkups and ongoing monitoring for plant health. Services cover snow removal and holiday lighting in winter months.
Tree Services
Professional tree care including pruning, pest treatment, and emergency removal. Certified arborists assess tree health and structural integrity. We handle stump grinding and disease prevention. Emergency services respond within 24 hours for storm-damaged trees and hazardous situations.
Outdoor Living
Design and construction of functional outdoor spaces with patios, fire pits, and outdoor kitchens. We install durable materials like pavers and natural stone. Projects include custom lighting and irrigation integration. Our team ensures proper drainage and ADA-compliant accessibility features.
People
Jim Berns
Co-Owner
With over 40 years in landscaping, Jim Berns brings builder expertise and Healthy Lawn certification to every project. He oversees technical operations and quality control, ensuring sustainable practices meet client expectations.
Peggy Berns
Co-Owner
Peggy Berns co-founded the company with Jim in 1982. She manages client relations and team development, maintaining the company's commitment to stress-free service and community involvement.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Birmingham, Warren, and surrounding communities in Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties including Royal Oak, Troy, and Grosse Pointe.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we provide full-service landscaping for both home owners and businesses across Southeast Michigan.
What's included in your maintenance plans?
Our plans cover mowing, pruning, seasonal cleanups, pest control, and irrigation maintenance with optional organic care programs.
How quickly do you respond to emergencies?
Our 24-hour promise ensures emergency tree services respond within one business day for hazardous situations.
Can I get a custom outdoor kitchen?
Yes, our outdoor living specialists design and build complete kitchens with grills, countertops, and weatherproof storage.
Do you offer design consultations?
We provide free initial consultations and detailed design presentations with two complimentary revision rounds.
