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Dear Rob,
The kids are back in school and I finally have a moment to write and thank you for our the work Nature’s Creations performed at our new home. We moved into the Ardrey neighborhood in October of 2008 and could not wait for spring so that we could address our yard. Having used you before for our drainage problems in Ballantyne Country Club, you were the first and only person I called. We were looking to completely replace the landscaping in our front yard, as well as correct the drainage problems on the sides of our house since the downspouts emptied directly onto the grass and mulch areas, making the little yard we have unusable.
You addressed all of our issues and surpassed our expectations especially on the patios and pavers. The yard is now draining and staying dry. The black sludge on the sides of the house is now gone. I love the new paver pad to the front steps. You did an expert job on the curve from the columns to the existing brick stairs, it really has added to the appeal and value of our home. We continue to receive compliments from neighbors walking (or even driving) by.
The Celtik curbing is great! We no longer have the mulch running out into the yard after a heavy rain, thanks to the curbing and mulch you suggested. The design and the plants that you selected are thriving and fit the look we were hoping to achieve. Even our transplants look happier in the better soil and mulch.
The Flagstone pavers that are spaced exactly to my gait are perfect to access our new barbecue pad, and yes I love the Creeping Jenny. And last but not least the Zoysia sod that you used had the fewest weeds we have ever seen. We are so happy with the improved curb-appeal and the view from our front porch.
Rob, we will definitely use Nature’s Creations again for any future projects and whole-heartedly would recommend you to our friends and neighbors.
Sincerely yours,
Hope and Trey
Dear Robert,
We wanted to thank you again for the terrific job you and your crew did for us addressing drainage and landscaping issues for us. The results far exceeded our expectations. We are delighted to have found and worked with someone of such strong character--high integrity, strong work ethic, very conscientious, considerably knowledgable, informative and professional.
It has been more than thirty (30) years since we have had a contractor take such pride in his work. Your experience and background enabled you to properly evaluate our drainage problems. Your team then had the ability to execute the plan of action to perfection--your/their hard-working, conscientious, courteous manner was much appreciated also. Every minute detail was considered and attended to. The work was performed and completed in a very professional manner. The worksite was kept exceptionally neat during the project. In every case you went beyond the call of duty to assure the job met your exacting standards and to please us as homeowners.
The final result was a project so well executed that even our self-described "perfectionist" neighbor declared it admirably carried out. We have received many compliments from neighbors and guests. We have also recommended you to friends and neighbors, and will continue to do so. Please feel free to use us as a reference. It would be our pleasure to recommend your excellent work.
Again, our heartfelt thanks. May the future bring you great success and happiness.
As an aside, thanks so much for your service with the US Marine Corp. Your dedication is appreciated.
Robert & Carolyn Wiseman
Hi Rob,
Just wanted to let you know how marvelous my backyard looks!! I was looking at the pictures of the scraggly, rocky mess that was my backyard when I bought the house last April. What a difference today! You changed my backyard from a barren moonscape to a lush, flowering, private paradise!!!!!
Since putting in the landscaping last October, I have watched the garden grow and produce the most beautiful array of colors, shapes and sizes! I love that my garden will have flowers all season long!!!
AND I LOVE my beautiful Belgard-paver patio!!! The size and shape you designed made for a perfect patio off my back porch. Now I'm entertaining all the time, my friends LOVE the patio and we all admire my gorgeous landscape!
I have to say, you are an awesome One-Stop-Shop for landscaping and hardscape! You even recommended a great irrigation guy! Plus the fact that you and your Head Foreman, Aaron, take such personal interest and pride in your work, make you a joy to work with! You were always on time, pleasant, hard-working and conscientious. I was always amazed to find either you or Aaron periodically checking up on the plants, even after the job had been finished for months! Your passion for a job-well-done really shines through!
I recommend you to everyone I know, and I would be happy to talk to any of your prospective customers requesting references.
Again, thanks for everything! You turned out to be the Best Choice I could have made!
Nancy
We asked Nature’s Creation to help us create and implement a landscaping concept for our front and back, involving the planting of seven major trees and over eighty plants and bushes. The work also included some foundational rework in order to redirect water flow on our property. They provided consulting, offered several options, went with us to select the best possible plants and trees, and planted the entire property. After the severe drought of 2007, we were concerned about losing the plantings, but less then ten percent were lost. Nature’s Creation replaced all of these and provided several additional plantings. They were always professional, always did more than the minimum, and took pride in their work and the resulting landscape. They never overlooked anything that we had discussed and agreed to, and usually did extra. We could not be more pleased with the result, and would highly recommend Nature’s Creation.
Michael
Rob VanAllstyne and Nature’s Creations did an amazing job at our house. During an extensive remodeling/addition project, he helped us determine the causes of our standing water problem and provided solutions that fit both our budget and our aesthetic goals. He also installed two beautiful patios with meticulous attention to detail. When small problems arose due to the construction going on around him, he was able to think creatively to find solutions without breaking our budget or our schedule. His work ethic is unsurpassed and he stands behind his work without question. We highly recommend Rob and Nature’s Creations!
Jenni and Ed Soccorso
Hi Rob,
I've been running around like a maniac, but did want to send you a quick email to tell you that I did see the Bean paving. All looked exceptional. My favorite parts are the dark slate colored band in the concrete pavers and the work on the old slate steps...very dramatic difference!
Edward Davis, ASLA
www.edwardavis.com
landgraphics studio: 704-491-1010
Hi Rob,
Nature’s Creations just completed a basement drainage project and installation of a patio and walkway at my home. The basement drainage project will eliminate any future problems with foundation cracking and settlement.
The patio and walkway are absolutely gorgeous! Rob designed the layout and recommended the color, texture, and design of the pavers. The work began on schedule and was completed on time. Nature’s Creations had the materials, equipment, and labor on site to accomplish the installation in the time allotted . I really liked that the workers cleaned up and there was a minimum of debris left each day. At the conclusion of the project, the area was thoroughly cleaned and looks better than it ever did. I recommend Nature’s Creations for any landscaping and capital addition. They can make your yard a paradise!
Thank you for all the work you did. It really does look great!
Sharon
Hey Robert!
We have a great deal of appreciation for organizations that follow through. As owners of an older home, we have worked with many contractors during our renovations. Robert, from day one you have consistently promised and delivered superior service. Not only are you clearly able to think through a landscaping problem, but you also devise a proper solution which fits perfectly with our desired result. Our brick paver patio was a perfect example of your vision. With the size of our back yard, we were unsure how to tie in the three different back door areas. Your design, execution, and efficiency resulted in a finished product we enjoy on a daily basis. The privacy bushes have made our back yard truly "our back yard." Coupled with the plantings surrounding our patio, your landscaping design and brick paver layout complete our backyard retreat.
Aside from the magnificent landscaping abilities, your crew is efficient and very pleasant to have around. At the end of each work day, they left any remaining items in a neat and orderly fashion. We never once felt over run with equipment, although our job required many machines and supplies. The crew came at the appointed time, they were very polite, and it was obvious they knew what to do and worked efficiently.
We have no doubt that Nature's Creations initial and ongoing landscaping has enhanced our property value. We refer you any chance we have and are pleased to serve as a professional reference.
Sincerely,
Susan and Will Dixson
In our opinion, Natures Creations is simply the best landscape design and installation company in Charlotte. There is no comparison and the reason for this is the owner, Rob VanAlstyne. Each job is a reflection of his personal commitment to quality and detail. He has a huge advantage over other landscapers as he maintains a personalized level of service and has avoided the pitfalls of growing a business focused on quantity instead of quality. The customer’s complete satisfaction and his dedication to their expectations is what makes his service exemplary. His extensive knowledge of materials and resources, coupled with the ability to visualize a project from start to finish is a recipe for spectacular results.
We heard about Natures Creations and more importantly, Rob, via word of mouth from a friend. Their backyard had been transformed into a paradise and they had no complaints, only praises. After seeing the transformation of their backyard, we called Rob for a small job installing pavers for a portion of our driveway. We have been calling him back ever since – from rock wall and additional paver installation, drainage issues, landscape design and installation, to plant care. When a project is completed, we always feel like we received more than we expected. We have peace of mind as we know he will take ownership of a project until the end, alleviating any concerns that we may have. Working with Natures Creations is a smooth and enjoyable process – every project should be this way!! We only wish we could say the same of our other contractors!
In summary, Rob runs his company the way all successful businesses should be run – with ownership and dedication to a job well done.
Glenn and Cricket Butler
Hi Rob,
Through the years of knowing Rob Vanalstyne, I take extreme pride of working with Nature's Creations to provide the highest quality product and service to help his successful business grow even bigger. Rob takes much pride in his work, which is clearly exemplified in multiple patio and retaining wall displays he and his crew have installed outside our showroom. Rob's expertise, professionalism, and strong attention to detail set him above all the rest."
Fred Kemp, John Deere Landscapes
Rob,
Thank you for a job well done on my home. The quality of your work was excellent. I have work with hundreds of sub contractors over the years and can appreciate when extra pride is taken to complete a job. Your input was beneficial, as the scope of work was altered, during the course of the project. Your Forman is an asset to your organization. The respect that he showed me and my family did not go unnoticed. I was impressed on how you and your crew completed each work day by cleaning up as if the property was your own. A job site that is organized and clean, always translates into a safer site and overall better finished product. We look forward to using our new patio and back yard. Thanks again
Paul Picarazzi
President
Vision Ventures Construction Services, Inc.
Testimonial for Rob Vanalstyne:
Our job: An entire regrading of backyard with tree removal. Built one long retaining wall by driveway, one small retaining wall around large age old oak tree, and a dry streambed along the back of property to manage waterflow and erosion. In addition, planted privacy hedging and some flora for color. Note: no plants died out of about 35 plus plants.
Our experience:
Rob has a great eye for strategic direction and an unbelievable and amazing attention to detail. He was patient as I worked through my own ideas and was willing to brainstorm. All this is done, as well, without charging you a fortune. In addition, he is committed and does what is right for the job. His honesty and true passion showed through for the project.
Super bonus 1: Good human resources manager: The folks he has hired to work for him are equally excellent. Kind. They also pick up after themselves. Hard-working. They swept up/cleaned each day to make sure it was left neat in presentation even while we were a work in progress. This is hard to find now a days.
Super bonus 2: Good communicator: We had a weather delay for about a week one time and he still stay connected to make sure we knew he was plugged in.
Super bonus 3: Good vendor relations manager: Keeps you posted and manages suppliers with professionalism and aggressiveness to make sure they deliver him/you only the best, as well. He handled all the details. Was here to accept materials, etc. Returned anything that was not exactly what he expected.
Bottomline: Highly recommend. Call me if you have any questions, 704-905-3212, T. Currier.
Dear Robert:
I write you this note to say “thank you” again for the superb job your company did for us in our front yard. When we saw how you created this beautiful backyard at our neighbors house last year and what you just did in the yard of the house on the other side from us, there was no doubt in our mind, whom we would select to do what we needed to have done in our front yard. Your drive toward perfectionism is second to none and this trait of yours reflects beautifully in your work. Sincerely yours.
Wolfgang Heise
Charlotte, March 2006
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