Distinctive Landscapes
Landscaping
Serving Ames, IA
From Google Business Profile
5.0
12 Google reviews
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Google categories: Landscaper, Deck builder, Remodeler
View on Google Maps →Last checked October 3, 2026.
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Listed features
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Service options
- Onsite services
- Online estimates
Photos on Google: 161
Recent Google reviews (excerpts)
Written by Google users, not by EdgeLocal. EdgeLocal has not verified them and does not show reviewer names.
5 out of 5 stars · Jun 2026 · Owner replied
Outside of some weather-related delays, Distinctive Landscapes got our retaining wall and new rain gutters installed quickly and professionally. Even when we pointed out some things that were missed, those mistakes were corrected without…
5 out of 5 stars · Nov 2025 · Owner replied
Great experience with Distinctive Landscapes! We recently hired this team to replace an old rotted/failed railroad tie retaining wall with concrete blocks. Very good communication, competitively priced, excellent care of our property…
5 out of 5 stars · Nov 2025 · Owner replied
We did a patio w/pavers, pergola and grill area. They listened to us. We got exactly what we wanted. Very professional. All the guys new exactly what to do, very patient and precise. very professional to the very end. We are overwhelmed by…
The owner replied to 7 of the 8 most recent reviews Google showed.
From Google Business Profile, last checked October 3, 2026.
About this business
Distinctive is a premier landscaping company based in Ames, IA, specializing in custom landscape and hardscape design, custom carpentry, and remodeling.
Services
- Landscapes & Hardscapes
- Landscape Maintenance
- Custom Carpentry & Remodeling
Service area: Ames, IA, surrounding communities
- In business since
- 2013
- Licensing
- Certified, Licensed
- Insurance
- Insured
Elsewhere online: Facebook · Yelp · Instagram
Source: the business's own website and its Google Business Profile description, read automatically on October 13, 2026. Not verified by EdgeLocal.
Iowa Contractor Registration
- Reg. #
- C120849
- Expires
- October 25, 2027
Source: Iowa Division of Labor contractor registration data, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Look up this registration
About landscapers in Ames
Landscapers design and install planting beds, patios, retaining walls and outdoor living spaces. Landscaping contractors design yards, install plants, trees and sod, build paver patios, walkways and retaining walls, add landscape lighting and fix drainage problems with grading and dry creek beds.
Typical cost: $4,000–$25,000 for typical landscape installations. See the full cost guide
Typical U.S. ranges from industry sources (2024–25); not EdgeLocal data. Your quote will vary with scope, materials and location.
Questions to ask this contractor
- Review design portfolios: Look for projects similar in style and scale.
- Ask about plant warranties: Many landscapers warranty plants for one season.
- Confirm hardscape base: Patios need compacted base and edge restraint.