LOCAL ROOTS LANDSCAPING

What LOCAL ROOTS LANDSCAPING does

Local Roots Landscaping is a full-service residential and commercial landscaping company founded in 2014 by Pittsburgh natives Kenneth Deemer and Patrick Murray and headquartered at 6101 Penn Ave #201, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company operates with approximately 16 employees across the Greater Pittsburgh and Southwestern Pennsylvania market, including affluent suburbs such as Fox Chapel, Sewickley, Mt. Lebanon, Upper St. Clair, and Wexford. Its service portfolio spans landscape design, landscape architecture, installation, maintenance, lawn care, sod installation, aeration and overseeding, landscape lighting, outdoor living (patios, outdoor kitchens, fire features, decks, pergolas), commercial services, de-icing, and snow removal.

The business operates a design-build-maintain model. Revenue is generated through one-time design packages billed at $150 per hour, project-based installation contracts (with financing up to $500,000 available via a partner, HFS Financial), and recurring maintenance and lawn-care subscriptions. Differentiation is built on industry certifications (ICPI Level 1 and 2, NCMA, NALP, PLNA), a Phipps Conservatory Sustainable Landcare Accreditation, preferred-partner status with Soake Pools for precast plunge pools, and certified installation of Husqvarna Automower autonomous mowing systems. GTM is sales-led with a five-step consultation-to-completion process, supported by a project cost estimator on the website, online booking, and a multi-channel presence on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and a content/blog hub. The company reports a 4.7/5.0 average Google rating and self-describes as the highest-rated and most-reviewed landscaping company in Southwestern Pennsylvania; it also commits $1,000 per month to local nonprofits through its Charity Promise and Freedom Project.

Name

LOCAL ROOTS LANDSCAPING

Legal name

Local Roots Landscaping

Website

https://localrootslandscaping.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Local Roots Landscaping is a bootstrapped, founder-owned Pittsburgh-based landscaping company that designs, installs, and maintains high-end residential and commercial landscapes across Southwestern Pennsylvania, with 16 employees and premium-tier service positioning.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Landscaping Services

NAICS

Landscaping Services (56173), Landscape Architectural Services (54132)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance (IMAIAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Garden Bed Installation & Planting (Annuals, Perennials, Shrubs) (HSAIAFAB), Landscape Renovation & Re-Design (Yard Makeovers) (HSAIABAC), Seasonal Color & Flower Rotation (Spring/Fall Plantings) (HSAIAFAE)

Keywords

• Residential landscaping services
• Commercial landscaping services
• Landscape design installation
• Outdoor living construction
• Lawn care maintenance

Headquarters

HQ city

Pittsburgh

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Landscape Design Services: Custom landscape design with in-house designers and architects. Design packages are $150 per hour. Process includes consultation, questionnaire, site visit, and design presentation for client feedback and approval.
2. Landscape Installation: One-time project-based installation services for patios, pools, decks, walkways, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, water features, landscape lighting, large-scale plantings, and tree installation. Includes specialized skills in masonry and woodworking.
3. Landscape Maintenance Services: Ongoing maintenance services including eco-friendly lawn care, lawn aeration, edging, garden maintenance, seasonal clean-up, weed control, and mowing. Customized maintenance plans for residential and commercial properties.
4. Lawn Care Services: Lawn fertilization, weed control, and aeration & seeding services. Includes lawn aeration to rejuvenate and strengthen lawns, improve water and nutrient absorption, and fill bare spots.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Local Roots Landscaping is a Pittsburgh-based full-service landscaping company that designs, builds, and maintains high-end residential and commercial landscapes. The company offers turn-key solutions spanning landscape design, installation, and ongoing maintenance, with specialized offerings in outdoor living spaces (patios, pools, outdoor kitchens, fire pits), masonry, woodworking, eco-friendly lawn care, and seasonal services like snow removal.

Product overview

Local Roots Landscaping is a full-service residential and commercial landscaping company offering turn-key landscape design, installation, and maintenance solutions. The company operates as a unified service offering with distinct service lines including Outdoor Living (outdoor kitchens, pools, patios, fire features), Landscape Design and Architecture, Landscape Installation, Landscape Maintenance, and Lawn Care Services. The portfolio also includes specialized product offerings such as Husqvarna Automower installation and Soake Pool (plunge pool) installation. Commercial services encompass landscaping, maintenance, lawn mowing, lighting, and snow removal. The company differentiates through sustainable landscaping practices and technology-enabled solutions like autonomous mowing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Landscape Design Custom landscape design services delivered by in-house designers and licensed landscape architects through a collaborative consultation, questionnaire, and site visit process. Design packages are $150 per hour.
• Landscape Installation Expert landscape installation including natural stonework, landscape boulders, retaining walls, pool and pond installation, paver patios, landscape lighting, large-scale plantings, and walkways for residential and commercial properties.
• Outdoor Living Design and installation of outdoor kitchens, built-in grills, fire pits, fireplaces, paver patios, pools, pergolas, decks, and landscape lighting for residential and commercial properties.
• Landscape Maintenance Ongoing landscape maintenance services including eco-friendly lawn care, lawn aeration, edging, garden maintenance, seasonal clean-up, and weed control for residential and commercial properties.
• Lawn Care Service Professional lawn care including lawn fertilization customized for Pennsylvania soil, weed control programs, and aeration and seeding services.
• Soake Pool (Plunge Pools) Pre-cast plunge pools from Soake Pools that arrive fully finished for quick installation. Available in three sizes with customizable tile options and saltwater systems for year-round usability.
• Husqvarna Automower Autonomous lawn mowing technology by Husqvarna that operates automatically on schedule, fully electric and emissions-free, programmed by trained technicians with GPS tracking and geo-fence capabilities.
• Landscape Architecture Large-scale residential and commercial landscape design services with licensed landscape architects handling complex challenges including steep slopes, elevation problems, underground systems, and drainage dilemmas.
• Sod Installation Professional sod installation providing instant lush green lawn transformation with soil preparation and professional installation for residential, commercial, and new construction properties.
• Commercial Landscaping Services Full-service commercial landscaping including landscape design and installation, outdoor living spaces, water features, large plantings, drainage solutions, tree services, lawn mowing and treatment, weed control, garden maintenance, seasonal clean-up, and power washing.
• Residential Landscape Lighting Outdoor lighting services including path lights, wall lights, spotlights, and recessed lights to illuminate pathways, seating areas, and architectural elements for residential properties.
• Commercial Landscape Lighting Commercial outdoor lighting services providing ambient and captivating spaces with path lights, wall lights, spotlights, and recessed lights for commercial properties.
• De-Icing & Snow Removal Professional de-icing and snow removal services for homeowners, property managers, business owners, and HOAs to maintain safe and accessible properties during winter.
• Commercial Snow Removal Professional snow and ice removal services for commercial properties including parking lots and walkways, tailored to property layout, size, and specific business needs.
• Sustainable Landscaping Eco-friendly landscape design using local plants, earth-friendly materials, and eco-conscious practices for low-maintenance, low-water landscapes that preserve property for future generations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Highest-rated and most-reviewed landscaping company in Southwestern Pennsylvania
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Soake PoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal Roots Landscaping is a Soake Pool preferred partner, specializing in installation of Soake precast concrete plunge pools. Soake Pools offers customizable options including three sizes, various tile options, and materials for exposed walls, with saltwater systems and year-round usability.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• TruGreen: Largest U.S. lawn care service company offering fertilization, weed control, and aeration for residential and commercial customers. Comparable to Local Roots in recurring lawn care and subscription-based turf maintenance.
• Ruppert Landscape: Large regional landscape services company based in the Mid-Atlantic, providing commercial landscape construction, maintenance, and tree care. Comparable to Local Roots in commercial design-build services and snow operations in overlapping regional markets.
• Davey Tree Expert Company: Employee-owned national provider of tree care, landscape services, and environmental consulting for residential and commercial clients. Comparable because it competes with Local Roots in landscape maintenance, lawn care, and arboriculture services.
• BrightView Landscapes: Largest U.S. commercial landscaping services company, providing design, installation, maintenance, and snow services nationwide. Comparable because it competes with Local Roots in the commercial maintenance and snow removal segments of Southwestern Pennsylvania.
• Bartlett Tree Experts: National tree care and landscape services company with residential and commercial clients across the U.S. Comparable because it overlaps with Local Roots in pruning, planting, and tree services within landscape maintenance offerings.

Emerging players

• LawnStarter: Online marketplace for on-demand lawn care and landscaping services connecting homeowners with local pros. Comparable because it competes with Local Roots in lawn mowing, maintenance, and basic landscaping services via a tech-enabled platform model.
• Yardzen: Online landscape design marketplace connecting homeowners with vetted local contractors for virtual design and project execution. Comparable as an emerging alternative channel for landscape design services that could compete with Local Roots' $150/hour design package model.

Direct peers

• Mariani Landscape: High-end residential landscape design-build firm in the Chicago area with in-house landscape architects and full-service outdoor living offerings. Comparable to Local Roots in premium residential positioning and integrated design-build-maintain model.
• HighGrove Partners: Southeast-based commercial landscape design, installation, and maintenance firm serving Class A office and mixed-use properties. Comparable to Local Roots in commercial landscape design-build and recurring maintenance contracts.
• Level Green Landscaping: Mid-Atlantic commercial landscape design-build and maintenance firm serving the Mid-Atlantic region. Highly comparable in service mix (design, install, maintenance) and regional mid-size profile to Local Roots' commercial operations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/LocalRootsLandscaping
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/local-roots-landscaping
• Instagraminstagram.com/localrootslandscaping
• TikToktiktok.com/@localrootspgh?_t=8sIG93u7c5f&_r=1

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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