Here at The Bedford Mom we love sharing about and celebrating local businesses! This month we are so excited to feature Country View Landscapes LLC, which is owned by Mark and Andrea Nicklin. You may have met Mark if you attend community events at Joppa Hill Educational Farm as he is a devoted board member there. Country View Landscapes LLC is a top-tier landscaping and excavation contractor offering comprehensive services, including landscape design, installation, and full site development. They also provide specialized solutions like forestry mowing and pet-friendly artificial turf to enhance both aesthetics and functionality of outdoor spaces. Learn more about Country View Landscapes LLC below!
Tell us about yourself!
We proudly call Southern New Hampshire our home, and this year, we are celebrating 35 wonderful years of marriage. Mark brings over 35 years of experience in the fields of excavation and landscaping, where he skillfully transforms outdoor spaces. Meanwhile, Andrea has dedicated 36 years to the insurance industry, expertly guiding clients through their needs with compassion and professionalism. Together, we cherish the journey of building our business, which feels like a heartfelt labor of love. As winter descends, we escape to the sun-kissed shores of Florida’s West Coast.
Tell us about your business!
We are a premier landscaping and excavation contractor dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful landscapes. Our services encompass a wide range of options, from meticulous maintenance packages that ensure your property always looks its best, to innovative landscaping design and professional installation that bring your vision to life.
We also excel in full site development packages, preparing your land for whatever you envision. Additionally, we offer specialized services, including forestry mowing (brush hogging) to clear overgrown brush and enhance your property’s appeal, as well as the installation of pet-friendly artificial turf that provides a safe and beautiful space for your furry friends to play.
What Does a Day in the Life Look Like for You?
During our season, our days are long usually beginning at 5:30 AM and working something until sunset. We work mainly in the Bedford/Goffstown/Manchester area but have traveled up to the lakes region for projects. On any given day, we could be installing a patio, digging a foundation for a new home or addition, installing turf or weekly lawn maintenance.
What is the most rewarding part of your job?
The most rewarding part of what we do is taking a client’s vision and bringing it to life through our expertise. Creating that outdoor space that our customer has been dreaming of.
What types of projects do you most enjoy?
We thoroughly enjoy complete backyard transformations that incorporate hardscaping and create outdoor living spaces for everyone to enjoy.
What are some of the most popular landscaping trends?
The latest popular trends are outdoor kitchens, pergolas, gas fire pits instead of wood, and pet-friendly turf installation.
Are there any landscaping projects that you think are worth investing in for the long term?
Outdoor entertainment areas with plenty of seating for the entire family to gather and enjoy the outdoors.
Can you share some tips for busy moms on how to maintain a beautiful yard with minimal effort or time commitment?
To maintain your outdoor spaces with minimal effort it is important to choose low maintenance plantings, have a good fertilization program in place and irrigation is a must.
How can people connect with you and follow your business?
We are on Instagram, Facebook and you can visit our website at www.countryviewlandscapesnh.com.