Curved paver walkway with river rock borders through a new lawn to a backyard patio

Landscaping & drainage in Virginia Beach

Owner-operated since 1991, providing expert drainage, patios, sod, grading, and irrigation throughout Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk. Free on-site estimates.

A-1 project

Curved paver walkway, river rock borders and a new lawn

Since 1991Owner-operated

Steve NassanOversees every project

Licensed & insuredHomes, businesses & HOAs

Angi Super Service Award2011–2023

See the difference

One front yard before and after the work: the old tree and cut branches cleared, new foundation beds and shrubs planted, and a full lawn across the front.

After: the brick house with new foundation beds, shrubs and a lawn across the front
Before: the same front yard with a large tree, cut branches and a worn lawn

Drag the handle to compare the same front yard before and after.

What we build and repair

From drainage solutions to custom patios, our experienced local crew handles your project from start to finish. We specialize in landscaping, not lawn maintenance.

Drainage is our specialty. We know how water behaves on flat, low-lying Virginia Beach lots, and we fix where it goes, not only where it shows.

Drain pipe laid in a trench along the side of a house

Yard drainage & grading

French drains, yard drains, swales and regrading for standing water, soggy lawns and water against the foundation.

Large backyard paver patio with outdoor seating, edged by a new lawn

Patios, walkways & walls

Paver patios, walkways, driveway borders and retaining walls, laid on a compacted gravel base so they stay flat.

Front foundation bed with shrubs, boulders and path lights

Landscape design & lighting

New beds, shrubs, trees, mulch and river rock planned around your house, with lighting for paths, beds and trees.

A-1 crew laying new sod in a fenced backyard

Sod, seeding & irrigation

An instant lawn on prepared soil, or seeding when time allows, then sprinkler systems and irrigation wells to water it.

Backyard during clearing, before grading

Clearing, trees & bulkheads

Lot clearing and tree work for renovations, bulkheads for waterfront lots, and landscaping for businesses and HOAs.

All 12 services

Water features, outdoor living, commercial landscaping and more.

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The A-1 Lawn & Landscaping Service sign above new foundation plantings at the office

Steve on every job

Since 1991, A-1 Lawn & Landscaping Service, Inc. has proudly served Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk with quality landscaping, drainage, and outdoor improvement services. Owner Steve Nassan personally oversees every project, ensuring attention to detail from start to finish. We take the time to understand your property, discuss your needs, and provide a free, written estimate.

Recent projects

Trencher cutting a drain line beside a driveway

Yard drainage

Trencher cutting a drain line beside a driveway

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Paver patio with a stone fire pit

Patios & walkways

Paver patio with a stone fire pit

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Front bed with rounded shrubs and river rock

Planting & beds

Front bed with rounded shrubs and river rock

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Courtyard with a new lawn, paver path and beds

Sod & lawns

Courtyard with a new lawn, paver path and beds

See 30 sod & lawns photos

Areas we serve

We proudly serve Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk, providing professional landscaping and drainage solutions tailored to the unique challenges of Hampton Roads’ low-lying properties and coastal conditions.

Monday to Friday 7 AM–5 PM, Saturday 7 AM–1 PM

Common questions

How much does landscaping cost in Virginia Beach?

It depends on the size of the area, the materials and how much site preparation is needed. A drainage fix, a new patio and a full yard renovation are very different projects, so we do not quote over the phone. We visit your property and give you a free written estimate.

Do you offer lawn mowing or maintenance?

No. We focus on landscaping projects: drainage, design and installation, patios and retaining walls, sod, grading, irrigation, lighting, tree work and bulkheads. We do not offer weekly mowing or lawn maintenance.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. A-1 Lawn & Landscaping Service, Inc. is licensed and insured, and owner Steve Nassan supervises every project.

Do you work outside Virginia Beach?

Yes. We work throughout Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Norfolk, for homeowners, businesses and HOAs.

How do I get an estimate?

Call 757-201-8300 or request an estimate below. We will set up a time to look at your property, usually during business hours: Monday to Friday 7 AM–5 PM and Saturday 7 AM–1 PM.

What does your yard need?

Add your details and send them. We will call back to set up a free on-site estimate.

Or call 757-201-8300

Monday to Friday 7 AM–5 PM, Saturday 7 AM–1 PM