Wave Outdoors Landscape + Design

I definitely chose the right company for my project. Jenny, Lupe, Dan and staff just put in a rather large garden for me, including a beautiful fountain. I love it! Jenny went above and beyond and stayed late on several days to ensure everything was done to specification. She helped place the plants and move them when it was needed. She did a fantastic job of planning the garden. It's already so pretty.
Lupe managed his staff to build a beautiful fountain. I'm so proud of it now. The one I had before was just to "make do".
Aside from all that, everyone worked so well together and were happy. It appears the staff is treated well and with respect and it shows. I appreciate that.

Last summer (2023) Wave built for us 2 new porches, 2 walkways, a patio, pergola, and arbor, landscaped both our front and back yards, added lighting, and replaced our scraggly lawns with new sod. Everything turned out great. Mary worked with us to design every element: the color schemes and materials for the porches, the walkways, and the patio and landscaping. She listened to what we wanted and came up with porches, patio and walkways that look contemporary, with colors that look good with the house.
The front porch is concrete with beautiful coordinated stone facades and steps, and a paver walkway that goes to the public sidewalk. Mary put a lot of thought into finding shades of color that look great together and with our house. They also built a roof for the porch; its nice to be able to open an umbrella BEFORE we get wet.
The back porch is composite and is much easier to maintain than the old wood porch it replaced. They also suggested putting a door on the side of the stairs so now we have protected storage underneath. (We never thought of that!) The decks on both porches are much larger than what we had before, when only one person could stand there to open the door.
The paver patio and back walkway are wonderful. The walkway covers the area where our dogs had churned it to mud, and now we dont have to wipe their feet every time they come in. The patio is just awesome. We didnt have one before, and sitting outside is so relaxing. Especially since we now have lovely bushes and flowers to look at! We wanted landscaping that would attract pollinators, use as many native plants as possible, and create space and food for birds and small animals; Mary worked hard to create a design that integrated a lot of color for spring, summer, and fall, and in winter snow on the bushes and dried seed heads adds interest. She also designed a small garden for pollinators on the side of our house, and was even able to get milkweed for monarch butterflies.
Everyone was great to work with; there were several teams: landscaping, hardscaping, electrical, and plumbing, and they all worked hard to get each project done. Brian came to check on progress frequently and often came up with suggestions and small changes that smoothed out issues that we had not thought of. He also spent a lot of time working with village inspectors and the permit office.
I would recommend Wave to anyone who wants beautiful, quality work and attention to detail. The photographs Im including speak for themselves.

We love the work we've had done by Wave Outdoors! Last summer we had new stairs installed to replace an old deck, as well as several other projects. We enjoyed working with Wave so much that we did another project this summer where they installed an area for a fire pit - it turned out great and the work was done so quickly! I'm sure we'll end up using Wave Outdoor again for our never-ending yard projects. We worked with Jenny and she was absolutely wonderful! She's extremely knowledgeable and responds to messages quickly. If there were any questions that need clarifying, she was always willing to hop on a quick call. You really couldn't ask to work with anyone better!!

We recently hired Wave Outdoors Landscape + Design for some work on our yard, and Im really happy with how everything turned out. The team was easy to work with, showed up on time, and kept things pretty smooth from start to finish. They had some great ideas that made the space look way better than we originally planned.

Pricing felt fair for the quality of work, and they didnt try to upsell anything unnecessary. Overall, solid experience and Id definitely recommend them if youre looking to improve your outdoor space.

I would highly recommend the folks at Wave Outdoors for your yard needs! We enjoyed working with Mary, Matt, Brian, Lupe and Sergio and everyone else who helped transform our overgrown backyard into a lovely spot with plenty of shade, seating and lovely plants! We had our front and side yards done as well and are pleased that it was all completed this season- the Team is very kind, professional, receptive to our needs/ wants and changes and really care that you are satisfied with the end results. We are excited to host friends and family and have received so many compliments- many of our neighbors have asked who we used so they may call them for their projects as well. Thanks everyone!

I've had the privilege to work with Mary, Brian and the team at Wave Outdoors Landscape + Design for 3+ years. Their attention to details and great communication about anything you may have questions on or concerns about are always addressed and resolved. They are very easy to work with and would highly recommend them to any homeowner or business in the area. Their experience with hard work effort make it an easy choice to work with them exclusively.

We used Wave Outdoors Landscape for a total makeover of our front and back yards. It was a big big project. The resultant makeover was magnificent--even magical. And Wave Outdoors was a pleasure to work with the planning, through construction to the final details. Communications was great throughout. I can't recommend them highly enough.

I reached out to Wave because my backyard desperately needed a redo and I wanted to put privacy plantings in. I worked with Mary to completely scrub the existing yard and remake it, including removing a large failing tree and then adding new sod, all new flowers and shrubs, a couple trees and privacy trees along the fence lines. Mary took into account my wishes for different focal areas of the yard- seating, bird feeding, bird bath, cut flower garden, and had the sweet idea to add an arbor to the previous dead space behind my garage. I love the variety of plants she selected. She also went above and beyond in the design phase, showing me some more advanced designs so that I had options. The different crews for the tree removal and install were both so friendly, fast, and skilled. Mary's communication was SO GOOD. She always let me know what was going on and when to expect the next step. I'm looking forward to seeing my garden mature and hopefully another project- the front yard!

I had two opportunities to work with Wave. The first involved developing a landscape design for a berm area in our development. Brian was very responsive and carefully listened to what we wanted for the area and our desire to use plants requiring limited care. We also wanted color in the spring, summer and fall. We were presented a beautiful plan and the installation was seamless. The residents are very pleased and the area is a great enhancement to our entrance.
I recently approached Wave to help with a design for the front of our Florida home. Mary was so excited for the opportunity and once again collaborated and developed a design that is second to none. The colors, plants used and planned placement are outstanding. We are moving ahead with installation and the plan provided makes needed approval very easy.
Overall, I can not say enough about the professionalism and competence of everyone on the Wave staff. Plus, they all are so nice. A great experience!

Mary did a great job with our landscape project. She made good suggestions on the type of plants that would or would not grow in areas where I had a hard time growing plants in previous years. She developed a design and used my input to make sure the design was what I wanted. I can't wait until Spring to enjoy all the new plants.

We worked with Mary from Wave Outdoors for our landscaping project. She was thorough and thoughtful in her plan and consistent in communication. Mary earned trust by showing options that would have longevity- native plants, placing plants in shade vs non-shade, and watering solutions. Ultimately, were so happy with the warmth the design has brought our home, and we look forward to seeing it continue to grow.

Very professional landscape design and installation for my backyard. Needed some privacy and Mary delivered. Shes actually completed the design and installation of our entire backyard over the past 10 years. Wouldnt hesitate to use Mary again.

I recently worked with Wave Outdoors on a project which included a new hardscape patio, sidewalk, front and back stoop, and drainage work. They were also able to handle some sprinkler head rerouting that we needed.

Wave provided us with 2D/3D designs and Brian gave us a lot of different options and suggestions on our design. Despite being on the more expensive side, the quality and satisfaction were well worth it and the end result exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend them.

Brian at Wave Outdoors was great to work with. He designed and installed a patio, walkway, pergola and created a landscape design for us to DYI after their work was completed. Professional, attentive, and skilled. We could be happier with the end result. Services:Landscape design construction, Patio design, Garden design, Custom landscape design, Mulching, Landscape design, Masonry repair & maintenance, Hardscaping, Brick & block work

We had a fabulous experience with Wave. I highly recommend Wave for any landscape project. Mary was outstanding! She put together a beautiful and creative plan for our rock garden area, tastefully rearranging existing items to accommodate annual planting areas and an outdoor grill.

Mary was extremely responsive and worked on every detail during the entire process. She was always ready to answer questions and come up with suggestions.

I am amazed at how the area looks with the new lighting and slabs. I could mot be more pleased!

Pam Keating

Our back yard garden bed (partly in sun, partly in shade), along the rear property line, was in need of some landscaping. Over the nearly 40 years we have lived here, we had randomly planted several lilac bushes, a few hosta plants, several patches of narcissus, some pachysandra, and a small number of ferns, but there was no unifying design. Everything we had planted competed with weeds and unwanted brush that had sprouted up around them.

We had always wanted to look out our kitchen window and see a beautifully planned display of perennials, shrubs, and trees and finally decided to do something about it. We found Wave Outdoors and started working with designer Mary DiCarlo last fall, after we cleared much of the bed of unwanted foliage and installed a backyard fence to allow our newly adopted rescue dog to run free.

We were looking to get a design created and the landscaping installed early this spring. Over the fall and winter months, Mary worked with us via several on-site visits, email exchanges, and Zoom sessions to finalize a design. Mary was a careful listener and tried to incorporate our wishes from the start, while making several small adjustments to the design several times at our request.

Just a few days before the installation, when a particular specimen tree she had planned for us was in short supply, Mary made several weekend visits to local garden centers to find us the perfect tree. This was above and beyond the call of duty! The installation work was planned for two days in late April, but was completed by the Wave Outdoors 3-man crew, led by Rob, in a single day.

Good timing, because the next day it rained almost all day, giving the plantings a good drink. The crew worked hard all day, doing additional unplanned tasks, such as trimming overhanging branches to make room for newly-planted (but sure to grow tall eventually) spruce trees, and also repairing some lawn spots from our dog. They also cleaned up better than any crew who has ever worked on our property.

We are so happy with the finished result already, but knowing that perennials operate in a "sleep, creep, leap" fashion in the three years after planting, we expect the bed to look fantastic over the next 2-3 years as the plantings mature. The plantings were designed to be a mixture of tall, medium, and short heights, of a variety of textures and foliage color, with bloom colors expected in at different times in spring, summer, and fall.

The evergreen plantings will remain blue-green throughout the year. We highly recommend Wave Outdoors and designer Mary DiCarlo for your landscaping needs (they do hardscaping also)! The entire process was well-documented with excellent communication from start to finish. Any small issues found after installation were taken care of very quickly. Initial and final payments were easy using Zelle, but Wave Outdoors also accepts personal checks and credit cards. Looking forward to warmer weather when we can be outside on our patio enjoying our beautiful new landscape!

Wow!!! We had a wonderful experience with Wave Outdoors. Wave Outdoors is located in Mount Prospect which was appealing to me to support local businesses.

Brian worked with us from start of finish. He came and walked our property in the beginning and really listened to our ideas and also incorporated his own landscape design expertise. He walked us through his beautiful design and made recommendations for trees, shrubs, and plants that would be successful in our zone.

Our curb appeal went up 1000%. While I have been out watering many people have stopped and commented on how beautiful everything looks. Some have even asked if they could snap a picture or two.

The crews that came in and took all of the old landscaping out, were here each day on time and left the area neat and clean when they were finished for the day.

THANK YOU Wave Outdoors and Brian Dreher for helping to guide us with this project. It truly has been a pleasure working with Wave Outdoors. I would highly recommend Wave Outdoors for any landscaping design, installations, or any other outdoor needs you may have.

Sincerely,

Colleen and Michael Moreno

Mary was just wonderful. I gave her my budget and she came up with a beautiful design. I wanted something blooming at different times of the year and Marys design did just that. My home now looks complete. I can not wait till next spring when she can work on a design for my back yard.
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Highly recommend Wave for landscaping projects! Mary listened to my requests and worked within my budget to design a backyard that was in dire need of renovation. She is kind, knowledgeable, and happy to provide options and suggestions. Throughout the process, she was responsive and communicated clearly, checking in and answering any questions. Her team finished quickly and even took care of some tasks that were not specified in advance. I am over the moon with the result :)

We had our patio done years ago by another company and we wanted to change things up a little bit. We used Wave Outdoors for re-designing our patio and landscaping into a larger space with more utility. Brian was professional, responsive and was able to help us put to paper exactly what we had in mind. He was able to design a fresh/modern look, while also staying within our budget; which was very important to us.

If I could give 10 stars, I would. From start to finish, they are the best. Mary is a true landscape ARTIST! Her designs are well thought out and she always listens to your vision, while making sure to choose appropriate plants for the soil/zone/sun exposure. They source quality plants and create multiple seasons of blooming foliage for a gorgeous end result.

I've used this company for multiple projects, and I plan to use them for any future gardening needs. They show up when they're supposed to, and finish projects on time and within the budget. Their crew is hardworking, polite and very tidy. I highly recommend this company if you want a professional garden that only looks better with time and will surely increase your property value.

We had work to help with drainage in our yard, and had a patio put in. Brian was great to work with. He was knowledgeable, and gave us several options for our project, and was very responsive to questions. His team was extremely hard working and courteous. Fantastic experience! Services:Brick & block work, Paving-related drainage

We needed the dead trees on our rooftop deck removed and replaced. Brian and the Wave team were all amazing to work with. They are professional, knowledgeable and super friendly. I would highly recommend Wave Outdoors for any landscaping project that you need completed.

Brian was very helpful in creating an initial design and working with us to update items as more information became known. He and his team did a great job with construction of our new backyard, including an updated deck, patio, lighting, drainage, landscaping. I would work with them again! Services:General construction, Design, Paving-related drainage

I've worked with Brian and the Wave team on several residential and commercial projects, and could not be more impressed with their level of professionalism and quality. Brian takes the time to really understand your personal style, and crafts a landscape design that's uniquely tailored based on your preferences. Couldn't be happier!

My wife and I built a new house in 2019 and worked with Brian and the Wave Landscape crew to manage our landscape design for the summer of 2020. The construction project was bigger and more complicated than we originally planned. This was because we were also putting in a pool and adjusting some grading on the property. The pool company installed the pool while Wave installed the pool deck, paver patio, retaining wall, grading and garden.

The complexity of the project became evident as we tried to manage the pool install, pool patio and other landscaping. We also had some challenges from the village with regard to permits, drainage and changes we wanted to make. Throughout the whole process Brian was accessible and communicated what was going on. He responded to phone calls quickly and we had numerous on-site meetings to review plans and discuss any issues. Brian would call or text back on the weekend and be available to answer our numerous questions. Brian also had resources for unexpected aspects of the project including plumbing and pool coping. Brian was flexible in making several last minute changes that enhanced the quality of the project.

In summary, I feel that all projects will have challenges, but if you receive good communication and trust the people you are working with, it will be a good experience. I would happily work with Brian again and highly recommend him to people looking to complete a landscape project, large or small.

We had a wonderful experience working with Brian and the Wave crew for our backyard renovation. We wanted a complete gut out of our existing yard so we could start from scratch. Brian started by providing us with a design and worked with us to make sure the yard would be functional, fit our budget and looked beautiful. The end result turned out better than we imagined and we have a completely transformed space. I would definitely recommend if you are looking for someone honest, creative, and does the job right!

We hired Wave Outdoors for a full landscape renovation. Our home had a cement back yard that we wanted replaced with sod. Additionally, our front yard had very outdated landscaping. Brian and his team at Wave did a terrific job and we absolutely love the results. Great to work with them, I highly recommend.

Wave did the landscape design for my yard and was great to work with. They worked with me to make sure all my needs were met and quickly addressed any questions which came up. They were willing to help in any way to make the installation go smoother! They met deadlines and budgets! Would definitely hire again.

We completed our landscape project with Wave this summer and we couldn't be happier. Brian is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with and he actually met with us virtually (thanks Covid) to review all the designs. The work was completed professionally, on time, and clean.

Brian and his crew did a beautiful job. We had pavers placed for a new patio and a new perennial garden. They are very professional and we appreciated Brian's landscape suggestions.

I have nothing but positive things to say about Brian and Wave. First, Brian is incredibly responsive and patient. It is clear that he values his customers. I sent over 10 texts while planning this project and Brian responded to each one. He was also responsive over email and his PandaDoc system is a great way of seeing the project online so there can be no confusion.

He is honest about pricing and outlines the many different options that the customer has. I never once felt like I was being up sold or pressured into adding more cost to the project. In fact, Brian recommended a lower cost option for me. A silly added bonus? If your dog gets out of the yard during the meeting, he'll help you wrangle her back home.

Those small things matter. Oh, yeah, the work was amazing. Lupe and his team were early, incredibly friendly, triple checked that we were all in the same page, and then did really detailed work though it was a blustery, 40° degree, cloudy day. We couldn't be happier and plan on using Wave for all of our future landscape projects. In fact, I've already asked Brian to think about fall planting/hardscaping and 2020 spring planting.

I am so happy with the work that was done, even though it was only a simple large mulch installation, the team helped make sure everything was done perfectly and even helped me with some of my spring clean up. ABOVE AND BEYOND! I am looking forward to using their services in the future and will be referring them to friends and family.