Services
Stonework & Landscape Construction in Boston, Massachusetts
Bear Valley Stonework & Landscape LLC is an owner-operated stonework and landscape construction company serving residential and commercial properties across Boston, Massachusetts and surrounding towns. We specialize in durable stonework, paver patios, granite steps, fencing, excavation, irrigation, drainage, and full outdoor transformations.
Every service below is run by our own team, billed transparently, and backed by full insurance. We pride ourselves on craftsmanship, respect, and clean job sites, and we stand behind the work we deliver.
Browse the services below to see what's included and who each one is best for, then request a free estimate.
Service 01
Stonework / Masonry
We build custom stone walls, veneer, and full masonry features in Boston, Massachusetts. Every wall sits on a compacted base with drainage built into the design. Our crew hand fits each stone, which is how a wall stays tight for decades.
Who it's for: Homeowners in Boston, Massachusetts who want a stone wall, stone veneer, or full masonry feature built to last 30 plus years.
- Natural fieldstone, granite, and ledgestone walls
- Stone veneer on foundations, columns, and chimneys
- Free-standing garden and seat walls
- Mortar set or dry stack construction
- Compacted gravel base and drainage behind the wall
Service 02
Retaining Walls
We design and build engineered retaining walls in Boston, Massachusetts that hold grade and survive freeze and thaw. Every wall gets a compacted base, geogrid where needed, and a drain line behind the face. That is what stops a wall from bowing.
Who it's for: Homeowners managing a slope, eroding bank, or grade change in Boston, Massachusetts. Common reasons are sloped driveways, terraced yards, or a hillside that keeps washing out.
- Segmental block walls (Versa Lok, Allan Block)
- Boulder retaining walls
- Natural stone retaining walls
- Compacted base with crushed stone footing
- Geogrid reinforcement for taller walls
Service 03
Paver Patios
We install paver patios in Boston, Massachusetts on a 6 inch compacted base with polymeric sand joints and edge restraint. That is the difference between a patio that lasts 20 years and one that shifts in 3.
Who it's for: Homeowners ready to replace a worn deck or concrete slab with a clean paver patio, or add a new outdoor living area in Boston, Massachusetts.
- Techo Bloc, Unilock, and Cambridge pavers
- 6 inch compacted processed gravel base
- Geotextile fabric between soil and base
- Sloped 1 to 2 percent for drainage
- Polymeric sand jointing
Service 04
Walkways & Driveways
We build paver and stone walkways and driveways in Boston, Massachusetts on a compacted base sized for foot traffic or vehicle loads. Every project includes a clear pitch for drainage and tight edge restraint.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners replacing a cracked walkway or aged driveway, or upgrading the front entry to lift curb appeal.
- Paver walkways with charcoal borders
- Stone and bluestone walkways
- Brick and cobblestone driveways
- Asphalt driveway installation
- 8 to 12 inch base for driveways
Service 05
Granite Steps & Staircases
We set solid granite steps and full staircases in Boston, Massachusetts on poured concrete footings or a deep gravel base. Treads are leveled, pitched slightly forward for water, and tied into the walkway.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners replacing rotting wood steps, broken concrete stoops, or upgrading the front entry of an older home.
- Solid granite treads and risers
- Custom widths from 4 to 8 feet
- Thermal or hand split finish
- Concrete footings below frost line
- Side cheek walls in granite or stone
Service 06
Bluestone Installation
We install full color and blue blue Pennsylvania bluestone in Boston, Massachusetts for patios, treads, pool coping, and walkways. Pieces are dry fit on site for tight joints and a level walking surface.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners who want a high end natural stone patio, pool deck, or front walkway with the classic New England look.
- Thermal finish bluestone (smooth, slip resistant)
- Natural cleft bluestone (rustic surface)
- Random or pattern cut layouts
- Mortar set on concrete slab or sand set on compacted base
- Pool coping and step treads
Service 07
Veneer Stone Installation
We apply natural and manufactured veneer stone in Boston, Massachusetts on foundations, columns, chimneys, and accent walls. Each piece is set with a polymer modified mortar over a properly prepped substrate.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners updating a plain foundation, dressing up a fireplace, or adding stone accent to an entry column.
- Natural thin veneer stone
- Manufactured cultured stone
- Cement board substrate prep
- Stainless steel ties on framed walls
- Weather resistant barrier and metal lath
Service 08
Excavation
We handle site excavation in Boston, Massachusetts for patios, foundations, drainage, and utility trenches. Our equipment fits residential yards and gates as narrow as 36 inches.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners planning a patio, retaining wall, drainage system, or any project that needs the soil moved.
- Mini excavator and skid steer work
- Patio and walkway excavation
- Foundation digs for footings
- Utility trenching
- Spoils haul off
Service 09
Demolition
We demo old patios, walls, sheds, slabs, and decks in Boston, Massachusetts with full debris haul off. We protect surrounding turf and hardscape so we leave a clean blank slate.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners getting ready for a new build and need the old hardscape gone first.
- Concrete slab and patio removal
- Old retaining wall demolition
- Shed and small structure tear down
- Brick and stone removal
- Dumpster on site
Service 010
Grading & Land Clearing
We grade lots, clear brush, and rough in build sites in Boston, Massachusetts. Proper grade pushes water away from the house and gives every later project a clean starting point.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts property owners with a poorly drained lot, an overgrown yard, or a build coming up that needs the site prepped.
- Final and rough grading
- Brush and undergrowth clearing
- Tree and stump removal coordination
- Topsoil import and spread
- Erosion control measures
Service 011
Drainage Solutions
We install French drains, dry wells, swales, and downspout tie ins in Boston, Massachusetts to move water away from foundations and out of yards. The fix is permanent because we design for actual flow, not just symptoms.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners with wet basements, soggy lawns, ice in walkways, or water running toward the house.
- French drain trenches with perforated pipe
- Dry well installation
- Surface swales and regrading
- Downspout tie ins to drainage
- Sump pump discharge lines
Service 012
Irrigation & Sprinkler Systems
We install sprinkler and drip irrigation in Boston, Massachusetts with smart controllers and rain sensors. Zones are sized for plant water needs, not just yard shape.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners with new sod, valuable plantings, or anyone tired of dragging hoses.
- Hunter and Rain Bird sprinkler heads
- Drip lines for shrub beds
- Smart Wi Fi controllers
- Rain and freeze sensors
- Backflow preventer install
Service 013
Fence Installation & Repair
We install and repair wood, vinyl, and composite fences in Boston, Massachusetts. Posts are set in concrete below the frost line so the line stays plumb through New England winters.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners adding privacy, securing pets, or replacing a leaning old fence.
- Cedar privacy and picket fence
- Vinyl privacy and semi private fence
- Composite and aluminum fence
- Gate fabrication and install
- Concrete set posts at 48 inch depth
Service 014
Chain Link Fences
We install chain link fences and gates in Boston, Massachusetts for yards, dog runs, and small commercial sites. Galvanized and black vinyl coated options.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners on a budget who want secure fencing, plus commercial sites that need durability over looks.
- Galvanized and black vinyl coated mesh
- 4 to 8 foot fence heights
- Walk and double drive gates
- Concrete set terminal posts
- Top rail and tension wire
Service 015
Tree Removal
We remove trees and large limbs in Boston, Massachusetts, including hazard trees near houses and power lines. We work with insured climbers and certified arborists when needed.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners with dead, leaning, or hazard trees, or trees in the way of a new build.
- Standard tree removal
- Hazard and storm damaged trees
- Large limb removal
- Crane assist for tight access
- Wood chipping on site
Service 016
Shrub & Bush Removal
We pull and grub out overgrown shrubs and bushes in Boston, Massachusetts, root system included. The bed is left clean and ready for replant or new hardscape.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners refreshing the front of the house, opening up sightlines, or prepping a bed for new design.
- Mature shrub removal
- Root ball excavation
- Hedge row removal
- Yew, juniper, and rhododendron
- Debris haul off
Service 017
Stump Removal
We grind and remove stumps in Boston, Massachusetts down to 6 to 12 inches below grade. The hole gets backfilled with grindings or clean soil so you can replant, sod, or pour over the spot.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners who had a tree taken down and want the stump gone before sod, patio, or a new bed goes in.
- Stump grinding to below grade
- Full root ball excavation
- Mulch fill or clean soil backfill
- Site cleanup
- Multiple stump pricing
Service 018
Mulch Installation
We deliver and install fresh mulch in beds and tree rings across Boston, Massachusetts. Pine bark, hardwood, and dyed black or brown options. Edged clean for a finished look.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners doing seasonal yard refresh or selling a home and want crisp curb appeal.
- Pine bark and hardwood mulch
- Dyed black, brown, or red mulch
- Bed edging and weed pull
- 2 to 3 inch even depth
- Tree ring shaping
Service 019
Landscape Bed Preparation
We build new landscape beds in Boston, Massachusetts with edging, fabric, screened loam, and mulch. Beds arrive ready for planting day.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners planning new plantings or hiring a designer who needs the beds built first.
- Bed shape layout
- Sod and turf removal
- Steel or plastic edging
- Weed fabric or pre emergent
- Screened loam fill
Service 020
Lawn Installation & Hydroseeding
We install new lawns in Boston, Massachusetts with sod or hydroseeding. Hydroseed gives even germination at lower cost. Sod gives an instant lawn. Both start with proper grade and soil prep.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners with thin, weedy, or bare lawns, or new builds that need a lawn from scratch.
- Sod from local New England farms
- Hydroseed with mulch tackifier
- Soil test and amendment
- Screened loam topsoil
- Starter fertilizer
Service 021
Outdoor Lighting
We install low voltage path, accent, and security lighting in Boston, Massachusetts. LED fixtures pull less power and last over 50,000 hours.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners who want a safer walk to the door at night or a yard that looks like a magazine after sundown.
- Brass and aluminum LED path lights
- Up lights for trees and architecture
- Step and hardscape lights
- Transformer with timer or photocell
- 12 gauge low voltage wire
Service 022
Fire Pit Installation
We build custom fire pits in Boston, Massachusetts from stone, paver block, or steel. Each pit sits on a compacted base with fire brick lining for heat protection.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners building a patio and want a gathering spot, or adding a fire pit to an existing yard.
- Stone, paver, or steel ring fire pits
- Wood burning and gas options
- Fire brick interior lining
- Compacted gravel base
- Cap stones for seat ledge
Service 023
Junk Removal
We haul yard junk, brush piles, and construction debris from Boston, Massachusetts properties. Same week scheduling on most jobs.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners with a backyard pile they never want to see again.
- Yard waste and brush
- Construction debris
- Old patio furniture
- Sheds and play sets
- Concrete and stone rubble
Service 024
House Cleaning
We handle exterior property cleaning and post construction cleanup in Boston, Massachusetts. Driveway sweep, walkway wash, debris removal, and a tidy yard before guests arrive.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners after a project, before a listing, or before a big event.
- Driveway and walkway sweep
- Post construction debris pickup
- Bed cleanup and edging
- Window well clean out
- Gutter debris removal
Service 025
Concrete Work
We pour concrete pads, footings, steps, and small slabs in Boston, Massachusetts. Mix is 3500 to 4000 PSI with fiber mesh for crack resistance.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners who need a small pour for a shed, patio, AC pad, or step footings.
- Patio and walkway slabs
- Step pads and footings
- AC unit and generator pads
- Broom or smooth finish
- Fiber mesh or wire reinforcement
Service 026
Sidewalk Installation
We install new concrete and paver sidewalks in Boston, Massachusetts with proper base, pitch, and expansion control. Replaces cracked, heaved, or tripping sidewalks.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners with a sidewalk that has heaved, cracked, or sunken and become a trip hazard.
- Concrete sidewalk pours
- Paver sidewalks
- 4 to 6 inch base prep
- Wire mesh or fiber reinforcement
- Sloped 2 percent for drainage
Service 027
Property Maintenance
We provide recurring property maintenance in Boston, Massachusetts for landscape beds, hardscape, irrigation, and seasonal cleanups. Same crew shows up so we learn your property.
Who it's for: Boston, Massachusetts homeowners who want a tidy property year round without managing it themselves.
- Spring and fall cleanups
- Bed weeding and edging
- Mulch refresh once or twice a year
- Hardscape sweep and re sand
- Irrigation start up and blowout