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30 Years
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Transform Your Outdoor Space with Expert Landscaping in Columbus
Shearer Landscaping began as a landscape maintenance firm in 1996 and has expanded to offer custom outdoor living spaces, hardscaping, and pool installation. With over 75 years of combined experience, our team specializes in transforming properties into easily maintained spaces through personalized design plans. We serve residential and commercial clients in Columbus, Ohio, providing tailored solutions for patios, landscaping, seasonal maintenance, and pool projects.Our approach prioritizes client needs, budget, and property architecture to deliver durable, aesthetically pleasing results. We hold industry certifications, including ICPI certification, and maintain affiliations with organizations like the Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association. Our commitment to quality labor, honest communication, and fair pricing has established us as a trusted local contractor.
Services
Landscape Design
Pool Installation
Hardscaping
Seasonal Maintenance
Outdoor Lighting
Patio Construction
Lawn Fertilization
Snow Removal
Mulch Installation
Custom Decking
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of local landscaping expertise with 75+ years of combined team experience.
- Our ICPI-certified professionals deliver durable, code-compliant hardscaping and paver installations.
- We provide fully customized outdoor design solutions tailored to property architecture and client budgets.
- Our seasonal services ensure year-round property maintenance with snow removal and cleanups.
- We serve diverse industries including senior living facilities, sports complexes, and places of worship.
Associations and certifications
- ICPI-Certified Residential & Commercial Concrete Paver Installer
- Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association
What people say
Quality workmanship
Responsive service
Design expertise
Reliable execution
Seasonal maintenance
Services
Landscape Design
Our professional landscape design service creates customized outdoor environments combining aesthetics and functionality. We assess property architecture, client lifestyle, and budget to develop plans featuring plant selection, drainage solutions, and hardscaping elements. With 75+ years of combined team experience, we implement designs that enhance property value while ensuring low-maintenance, seasonally appropriate landscapes for residential and commercial clients.
Pool Installation
We specialize in fiberglass and vinyl in-ground pool installation with custom design options. Our process includes site consultation, material selection (including energy-efficient options), and complete installation within 30 days. Certified technicians ensure proper structural integrity while incorporating features like waterfalls, lighting, and pool houses. We serve Columbus homeowners seeking durable, aesthetically pleasing aquatic spaces with maintenance-friendly designs.
Hardscaping
Our hardscaping services include UNILOCK Authorized paver installations for patios, walkways, and driveways. Certified ICPI technicians use concrete, stone, and brick materials to create durable outdoor living spaces. We offer stamped concrete alternatives and specialize in permeable paver systems for effective water drainage. Projects integrate with existing landscapes to create functional, value-adding exterior features for residential and commercial properties.
Seasonal Maintenance
We provide comprehensive seasonal maintenance including spring/fall cleanups, snow removal, and leaf management. Services feature lawn aeration, mulch application, and winter salt spreading using commercial-grade equipment. Our team handles both residential and commercial properties, offering emergency snow removal services with 24/7 availability during winter months. Maintenance plans ensure year-round property aesthetics and functionality across Central Ohio's climate variations.
Outdoor Lighting
Our low-voltage outdoor lighting solutions enhance security and aesthetics for residential and commercial properties. Certified installers design systems that highlight architectural features, pathways, and landscaping elements. We use energy-efficient fixtures for patios, gardens, and pool areas while ensuring proper placement for safety and visual appeal. Lighting plans integrate with overall landscape designs to create functional nighttime environments that extend outdoor usability after dark.
People
Craig Shearer
Owner
Founder of Shearer Landscaping since 1996, Craig holds Ohio Certified Landscape Technician credentials and ICPI certification. With agronomy studies from The Ohio State University and 27 years of company leadership, he oversees strategic direction while maintaining industry expertise through continuous professional development.
Dave Caroselli
Vice President and Project Manager
With 6 years at Shearer and 30+ years in Central Ohio landscaping, Dave holds multiple industry certifications and a Bachelor's Degree from Otterbein University. He manages project execution while balancing client relations and operational oversight, bringing extensive commercial landscaping experience to residential projects.
Amanda Dixon
Landscape Designer/Sales
A certified landscape designer with 4 years at Shearer, Amanda combines formal education from Clark State College with plant expertise. She specializes in client consultations, creating plant selection plans that balance aesthetic appeal with environmental suitability while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction.
Frank Noble
Pool/Hardscape Senior Foreman
With 13 years of service and 15 years of paver installation experience, Frank leads hardscaping crews as an ICPI-certified professional. His woodworking expertise contributes to custom pool house construction, combining technical skill with creative problem-solving for complex outdoor structures.
Christine Moore
Office Manager
Christine manages client communications and scheduling with 4 years of service. As the primary point of contact, she ensures operational efficiency while maintaining personalized service standards, coordinating between field teams and client requirements across the company's service areas.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Bexley, Blacklick, Columbus, Delaware, Dublin, Gahanna, Galena, Grove City, Hilliard, Lewis Center, Marysville, New Albany, Pickerington, Powell, Upper Arlington, Westerville, and Worthington.
Do you offer emergency snow removal?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency snow removal services for both residential and commercial properties during winter months.
What pool types do you install?
We specialize in fiberglass and vinyl in-ground pools with customization options including waterfalls, lighting, and pool houses.
Are you certified professionals?
Our team includes ICPI-certified paver installers and Ohio Certified Landscape Technicians with 75+ years combined industry experience.
How long does pool installation take?
Most pool installations complete within 30 days from design approval through final construction phases.
Do you handle commercial projects?
Yes, we provide landscaping, hardscaping, and seasonal services for commercial clients including sports facilities and senior living centers.
