Landscaper in Lincoln, CA
New Homes, Bare Yards, Landscapes Worth the InvestmentLincoln is one of the fastest-growing cities in Placer County. Thousands of homes have been built, and thousands of backyards are still bare dirt. We finish what the builders left undone.
Based in Orangevale, about 30 miles from Lincoln. Same crew, every project.
Serving Lincoln Yards Near Familiar Places
We build landscapes for homes and businesses across Lincoln, including properties near:
- Sun City Lincoln Hills and the Orchard Creek Lodge
- Twelve Bridges High School and Lincoln Crossing Marketplace
- Historic Downtown Lincoln and Thunder Valley Casino Resort
- Highway 65 corridor and Coyote Pond Park
What Lincoln Yards Actually Deal With
Bare Builder Lots That Were Never Finished
Most new homes in Lincoln's master-planned communities ship with rough grading and nothing else. No irrigation, no plants, no hardscape. We install complete landscapes, design, drainage, irrigation, planting, and hardscape, in one coordinated project.
HOA Rules and Approved Plant Lists
Communities like Sun City Lincoln Hills, Twelve Bridges, and Foskett Ranch have HOA requirements for landscape design and plant selection. We know how to design within those constraints and get plans approved without the back-and-forth.
Heat and Drought-Stressed Yards
Lincoln summers push well past 100 degrees and the city runs water conservation programs that limit outdoor watering schedules. We install smart irrigation systems and drought-tolerant landscapes designed to stay healthy on less water.
Placer County Grading and Permit Requirements
Retaining walls over a certain height and significant grading work in Placer County require permits. We handle the permit coordination for qualifying projects so homeowners do not have to navigate county requirements on their own.
Landscape Services We Bring to Lincoln
One crew. Start to finish. From first sketch to final walkthrough.
Landscape Design+
Lincoln new-build yards in Twelve Bridges and Lincoln Crossing come as bare dirt. We draw a full plan for the whole lot so the finished yard actually belongs with the house instead of feeling tacked on.
Landscape Installation+
We install complete front and back yards for new Lincoln homes. Soil prep, drainage, irrigation, hardscape, and plants all go in during one project, so the yard is done in one pass instead of dragged out over years.
Sod Installation+
Lincoln new-build lots often have compacted builder-grade soil that kills sod fast. We till, amend, and grade first, install the sprinklers, then lay sod that actually roots in the Placer County heat.
Retaining Wall Installation+
Grade changes between new Lincoln lots are common along Twelve Bridges Drive. We build block and stone walls that meet Placer County height and permit rules so nothing gets flagged during a future sale.
Landscape Lighting+
Wiring low-voltage lighting during install is much easier than retrofitting later. We add path lights, uplights, and step lights during the initial build so new Lincoln backyards are usable after dark from day one.
Irrigation & Sprinkler Systems+
New Lincoln homes need irrigation designed for the finished landscape, not just the front lawn strip the builder installed. We plan zones for the full yard with smart controllers that adjust to Placer County heat.
Hardscaping+
Paver patios, walkways, and driveways for Lincoln new builds. We set proper base depth for Placer County clay so slabs near Twelve Bridges hold up through winter swelling.
Drainage Solutions+
Builder-graded lots in Lincoln often slope water toward the house or into neighboring yards. We regrade, install catch basins, and add French drains so the yard drains the right direction from the first winter on.
Commercial Landscaping+
New commercial developments along Lincoln Boulevard and the Highway 65 corridor need complete landscape builds. We handle design through install for offices, retail pads, and HOA common areas.
Outdoor Living+
Fire pits, built-in seating, and outdoor kitchens designed into the initial Lincoln yard build. Placing them during the first install saves tearing up finished sod and pavers later.
Lincoln Neighborhoods We Work In
Questions About Landscaping in Lincoln, CA
Does McGuire Earth Works serve Lincoln?+
Yes, we serve Lincoln and work regularly throughout the city's master-planned communities and older neighborhoods. Our crew is based in Orangevale, about 30 miles away, and we handle landscape design, irrigation, hardscaping, drainage, and retaining walls for homes and commercial properties in Lincoln. We work in Sun City Lincoln Hills, Twelve Bridges, Lincoln Crossing, and surrounding areas, bringing one dedicated crew to every project from start to finish.
Do you handle both residential and commercial landscaping in Lincoln?+
Yes, we serve both residential and commercial clients in Lincoln. On the residential side, we design and install full landscapes for homes in master-planned communities and older subdivisions. On the commercial side, we work with HOAs, property managers, and business owners along Lincoln's commercial corridors. One crew handles the complete project, no subcontractors, no handoffs, so the work is consistent from the first day on site to the final walkthrough.
How does your process work from first call to finished project?+
We start with a free on-site estimate where we walk the property, talk through your goals, and assess the site conditions. From there we develop a design and scope, get your approval, and schedule the build. One crew handles every phase, design, grading, drainage, hardscape, irrigation, and planting. We do not hand work off to subcontractors. Most projects are completed without interruption so your yard is not left torn up between visits.
Can you design within HOA requirements for communities like Sun City Lincoln Hills or Twelve Bridges?+
Yes, we design within HOA guidelines regularly and know how to prepare landscape plans that move through the approval process without delays. Communities in Lincoln often have specific requirements around plant species, hardscape materials, irrigation types, and design styles. We review the HOA requirements for your specific community before the design phase starts so the plan we present is one that will get approved.
Lincoln summers are hot and water is limited. How do you handle that?+
We design water-efficient landscapes that stay healthy through Lincoln's summers without overusing water. That means selecting drought-tolerant plants suited to Placer County's heat, installing properly zoned drip irrigation, and using smart controllers that adjust watering based on weather data. The result is a yard that looks good through a 105-degree August without putting you at odds with the city's water conservation programs or running up your utility bill.
Ready to Plan Your Lincoln Landscape?
Free on-site estimate. Honest timeline. Plan it right. Build it once.