Constraction reviews in Peoria, Arizona

I am NOT easy to work with. The term “Micromanager” doesn’t even cover me. I know exactly what I want and it is usually not where it was just placed. Whatever it is will definitely need to be moved 2” to the left or turned upside down. And whatever curved border line is in the plan is wrong, so will most definitely need to be adjusted. ALL of the forty boulders which have been residing on my property for 40 years told me they wanted to be unearthed and moved to enjoy new views, so that should be a fun day. Oh wait, and that crushed granite I chose that was just dumped in the cul-de-sac? Nope. It leans towards black and grays and I’m going for browns, so please take it back. I don’t want a blue pool. I want a brown pool… with a beach entry and boulders framing the edges. My chickens need their own water line. I want to run everything (lights, water feature, irrigation) from an app. My outside copper bathtub needs to be framed in boulders, but don’t hit the tub or I’ll end you. One more thing. The pool’s waterline tile that was just set? It isn’t right. Please tear it all out and do it again. Yes, I know it’s 9:30pm, but the pebble sheen crew is coming at 7am, sooooooo. Y’all need to work till 11pm. I’m tired, so I am going to bed. Now that my character is crystal clear, HEAR that through all three months of my backyard remodel and all the various crews, EVERYONE was patient, respectful and friendly. Luis (owner) was direct, communicative, and reassuring. Juan (PM) was available, positive, and excellent at translating my awkward wants. From the Venezuelan baseball crew who did the demo work to the whip smart and efficient electrician to paver artist, Flores (I know I butchered that spelling. Why, WHY did I take French in High School?!), and the many organic cuts I had him perform on the geometric pavers, along with his crew (I enjoyed my conversations with the Prescott native about parenting), to the irrigation (Irving, I’m certain he thinks I’m a nutter) and planting crew who suffered multiple boulder moving days (the 40+ dudes were JACKED UP! I need to move more boulders) to the random dude who just wandered in to fix my pulsing fountain… ALL were more than friendly and tolerated my hovering with respect and patience. On top of their cordiality, the final product was RIDICULOUSLY GORGEOUS. And the icing on the cake? The final invoice (easily accessed by a link and paid by a credit card, YAY reward points!) showed the project’s financial damage came in UNDER the quoted amount. Of my many, MANY home renovation projects, that has never happened. NEVER. Bottom line… If Botanist of the Valley were able to tolerate my helicoptering AND put together a phenomenal renovation, all under their quote, then ya… you should totally go with ‘em.

UPDATE: November 2024
B of V continues to rescue me. From replacing burned out mini landscape bulbs that are so alien even the internet is confused, to problem solving the electrical issue in my chicken coop... effing roof rats chewed the wire (I hope it shocked the bazinga out of them) to today's issue in which I was CERTAIN (and still am) that my Hydrawise irrigation system was intentionally drowning my cacti, so had clearly lost it's mind. It hadn't. Today, Emo came out and, strangely enough, didn't make me feel like a complete nutter, even though I would have sworn on my second born's life (the first one would be too offended if I used her that way) that the system had gone and lost it's cotton pickin' mind. Or at least that a solenoid was bad, please? It wasn't. Maybe the new app was wonky? No. Let me prove it's bonkers... I couldn't. They left having solved the problem (that wasn't actually a problem). The point is, two years after the remodel, I needed them ASAP today and Luis (owner) responded to my frantic text within the hour, then sent two guys out to (not) fix my "problem" within that day and I TOTALLY APPRECIATED THIS! So, don't feel like B of V will abandon you once they have your dough. They won't. They'll have your back for years.

The design that Marty created in his brilliant mind made my backyard an outdoor paradise. The details that he put into the project are something that only a true professional would create. Colors, location, plant style, etc. our backyard is the most complimented part of our home and we are grateful that we hired the right person!

We used Botanist to design and install our new front yard. This included boulder wall, lighting and plant selection. They did a great job and delivered exactly what we asked for. Unique design and quick response to any concerns. Luis was great to work with, his knowledge will make your project run smoothly.

BOTV is great! We were introduced to them through our design with Yardzen. Luis and his team have been so easy to work with from the beginning, including using a text thread to communicate with everyone involved in the project. Our backyard needed a complete makeover, and they turned it into an oasis we can enjoy for years. The team pays attention to detail (including cutting turf by hand with scissors). The pool, the composite wood deck, turf, desert plants, the tile coping, and the fire pit are perfect. The dogs love the new dog run, and we feel better knowing they are safe from escaping and critters. Seeing the video updates on social media is also pretty cool. Luis and his team ensure the customer is 100% satisfied and loves everything. We have plans to make future improvements, and we will use BOTV for those projects. We recommend them to anyone looking to transform their back and front yards.

Luis and his team did a great job with our backyard project. We've got a pretty small space that we needed to make clean, low-maintenance, and aesthetically pleasing. We love how it turned out. Luis provided a clear estimate and competitive bid. They also completed the job very quickly with no delays or hiccups between each of the contract partners. When the work was complete, Luis came on site for a final walk-through to make sure everything was done as requested. Overall, we are very satisfied with our experience.

BOTV was simply excellent. I reached out for a quote in October. They immediately contacted me and Louis came out and measured everything out and gave me a quote that was very reasonable. I made 25% payment. They started in mid-March. Pool was the first one that got done. Although no work was done for a few months due to supply chain shortages for marterials, after shotcrete, plumbing etc were placed, the backyard got done within weeks. I got the backyard of dreams in 4 months which is simply unbelievable given the delays. They were extremely communicative and professional. I even got a complimentary cleaning service of the pool for 4 weeks. I highly recommend them for all your backyard work. Can’t believe my eyes when I look at my backyard.
Check out the after photos!

Botanists of the Valley and the owner Luis went the extra mile to do an incredible job on the installation of the artificial turf for the safety surfacing for our playground. This required multiple cuts and seams which are invisible. The turf sits flat with no bubbles or ripples and looks so inviting for the children to play on. They also put quarter minus around the outside which they pounded into a smooth path to help keep mud from being tracked into the playground area. The Botanists and Luis are certainly dedicated to doing a professional and exceptional job! They were also the best price around! We are so glad someone had recommended them to us and we had decided to use their services!

My one word sum up: Exceptional.

We just moved into a home with a blank canvas as a backyard, so were looking for someone who could help us design something for the family to enjoy for years to come. We solicited several quotes and got back some good designs and ideas. BOTV set themselves apart by the knowledge of everything that would go into the yard. Marty took the time to come out and see our yard. He asked us questions on what we wanted. Listened and gave us a design that was gorgeous. Of course, we went through several changes until it was perfect. We even had the crew change things on the fly as they were laying the travertine, building the kitchen area, and laying the plants. Luis took over as project manager and the level of attentiveness got even better. He was always responsive even to my texts late in the evening with a crazy idea or question.

The level of professionalism and craftmanship extended to each of the crews. Nado, Heriberto, Luis, Angel, Mario, Jesus, Emo, Brian and Shawn all were top shelf. They were respectful of the home, extremely attentive to detail, and were able to make small changes on the fly when the wife and I asked.

I would highly recommend Botanist of the Valley for any needs from turf, travertine, pool coping, pavers, outdoor kitchens, and pergolas. Simply the best.

The team at Botanist of the Valley helped design, consult, and construct the yard of our dreams. We had a full demo redesign of property front and back. They helped design, with our ideas a layout that fits perfectly with our community and 1964 ranch style home. We could not have been more pleased with the outcome of our oasis. Thank you Luis and company.

First and foremost, I want to thank Botanist of the Valley, Luis, Marty, Joseph, George, and the whole staff for transforming our outdoor space into the most beautiful oasis that we had always dreamed of! My husband and I are excited and thrilled to share our experience. They are truly a top-notch company that goes above and beyond. I can say their service is exceptional and exceeded our expectations! They are experts at what they do, and the workmanship and craftsmanship is so exquisite. They transformed our front yard, our courtyard and brought our fabulous fountain back to life! Not only was the front yard amazing but wait until you see the side yard and backyard. We added beautiful travertine, a built-in barbecue, and the most stunning pergola you have ever seen!
From start to finish they arrived promptly and worked diligently to bring our dream oasis to life. We are just so impressed we keep pinching ourselves to make sure it’s real. We can’t stop looking at our new yards! Or for that matter walking through them each and everyday as many times as we can. It’s so fabulous! I could scream! Woo hoo!
We cannot emphasize enough how happy and grateful we are with the exceptional service provided by Botanist of the Valley. They truly are professional who genuinely care about their customers!
Thank you all so very much and making our dream oasis come true!

Hi. Botanist of the valley did an amazing job on our Backyard renovation. We wanted to extend our backyard so we could add a swingset for our kids. Our backyard is by a lake and was large but very sloped. They built a retaining wall and fill in certain in the area level. They redid the sprinklers, Electrical, and lighting. They added planters and plants. They put real turf in part of the yard and artificial turf under the swings. They did a great job of putting drains under the swings and slides so that rainwater would not gather in those areas. They gave us many extra hose bibs and electrical outlets throughout the yard which is so helpful. They were good at making design suggestions which enhance the project. For example, we were just going to have simple stairs go from the upper to lower level but they suggested adding a grand staircase with lighting and a dock on the lower level. It turned out really Beautiful. They did a good job communicating. We got a text every morning that the crew is coming to our house. Highly recommend.

We had an excellent experience with Botanist of the Valley. The design is the most important of a new yard. Making sure money goes where it is supposed to go is critical. Luis worked with us to create our own private getaway. The project started ahead of schedule and finished early and was on budget. We did hardscape, landscape, electrical, turf and even painted the house. We highly recommend Botanist of the Valley.

I hired Botanist of the Valley to do a complete renovation of my front and backyard.

First I need to say that if you are looking for a quick turnaround, don’t think like that. They are very quality oriented and pay attention to detail, so a project can and will most likely take time…but at the end it is 100% worth it.

Luis and his entire team is great to work with and I can say the price is more than fair and on point.

A year later Luis reached out to me directly to ask if any plants needed to be replaced while under warranty. Fortunately we only had one Ocotillo and one Artichoke cactus that needed to be replaced. Everything else is healthy and thriving.

I would 100% recommend this company to anyone of my friends and will continue to use them as needed, although they have done everything perfect to this point….so maybe on the next home location???

Use them, understand that these projects take time and you will be happy with the end result.

Thank you BOTV!!!!

Botanist was fantastic to work with! Excellent communication & attention to details. We received daily communication when they were in route to our house & drone videos of the progress. They cleaned up every evening and left no debris. They worked within our budget and desired style. The team went above and beyond. If you’re looking for a great landscape & pool company, Botanist is top notch!

BOTV is the absolute best! Luis and his team have been so easy to work with from the beginning. Our backyard needed a complete makeover and they turned it into an oasis for all our family and friends to enjoy! The team pays attention to detail and are great at communicating every step of the way. Luis and his team make sure the customer is 100% satisfied and in love with the job! I would recommend them to all my family and friends! Thank you so much BOTV for all your hard work and giving us the backyard of our dreams! We cannot thank you enough!

Botanist of The Valley has been a dream to work with from start to finish. Even though our yard was more of a beginner-level project (no pool), they treated it with the same care and professionalism you'd expect on something much bigger.

From the initial design and budgeting to the final walk-through, the entire team was professional, communicative, and kind. The on-site crew — Luis, Junior, and Javier — was respectful, friendly, and a pleasure to have around. By the end, it genuinely felt like we’d gotten to know them as friends.

Carlos, who designed our yard, went above and beyond — taking on a tough install of a pre-purchased structure and making it work perfectly with the best attitude.

Every member of their team played a valuable role in bringing our new-build dirt yard to life, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out.

Marty and Luis were exceptional with the design and build process. Their workers were very polite and accommodating as the project was ongoing. My grandmother loved the final product. Highly recommend.

Botanist of the Valley changed our boring backyard into a beautiful entertaining space in a week. All the workers were friendly and on time every day. They answered questions and worked with us on everything from design, picking out plants, to teaching us how to use the new irrigation system. We were impressed how quickly they contacted our HOA and sent them detailed plans of the project for approval. Once the project started it was done much quicker than expected. BOTV is a top notch quality company . We will definitely use them again when we want to spruce up the rest of our property.

We love are yards SO much! BEAUTIFUL! Botanist was excellent, and we would recommend them to others. We were in the middle of a remodel both inside and out, so staying on budget was important. Botanist’s pricing felt fair, not the cheapest, but also not the most expensive. What really stood out was their communication. They kept in touch through a group message and phone calls, which made us feel confident and informed every step of the way.

Going into the project, we were nervous because we’ve heard so many horror stories about landscape remodels. That made it even more important to find a team that was reliable and took pride in their work and that’s exactly what we got with Botanist. Marty nailed the design and really understood the assignment. Then Luis, George, Luis E, Emo, and the rest of the crew brought it to life (I’d list every name if I knew them all!). Their team was hardworking, consistent, and clearly cared about the quality of what they were building. We understand that construction isn’t always perfect and that issues can come up. What mattered most to us was how those issues were handled and Botanist truly impressed us. They were responsive, took ownership, and worked quickly to find solutions whenever something came up.

It was a fairly large project, and while I wish it had moved a bit faster, there was always steady progress, and it was exciting to watch both the front and backyard transform. We’re very happy with the knowledge and expertise Botanist brought to the project, and we’d absolutely work with them again.

Love working with Botanist Of The Valley! I’ve worked with Marty and Luis on multiple projects and their team has been exceptional. As an investor and builder, it’s crucial to have a reliable team and they’ve over delivered every time! Great work, amazing design. Always amazed by Marty’s renderings and recommendations. Highly highly recommend. Thank you Botanist team.

Working with Botanist of the Valley has been a great experience. As a first-time customer, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but Marty made the entire process smooth from start to finish. He was responsive, easy to work with, and clearly knows his craft.

What really stood out were his renderings and design recommendations — they helped me visualize the project and gave me confidence in the direction we were going. The final result came out clean, thoughtful, and well put together.

Very happy I chose them. I’d definitely work with Marty and the Botanist team again and would recommend them to anyone looking for quality work.