Business Details
47 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Custom Landscaping Solutions in Vermont
Shumways Landscaping has been a family-owned and operated business since 1979, dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces across northern Vermont and the Lake Champlain region. Our team combines decades of experience with a commitment to quality craftsmanship, offering tailored solutions for residential and commercial clients. Specializing in excavation, hardscapes, landscape design, and water management, we prioritize customer satisfaction through personalized service and attention to detail. Utilizing high-quality materials like Adirondack stone, native Vermont stone, and granite, we create functional and aesthetically pleasing environments that reflect the natural beauty of the region. With over 40 years of expertise, we handle projects ranging from small residential gardens to large-scale commercial developments.Our rubber-tracked equipment ensures minimal property damage during excavation, even in tight spaces. We pride ourselves on timely project completion, transparent communication, and building lasting relationships with our clients. Serving communities including Swanton, St. Albans, Burlington, and the Champlain Islands, we remain a trusted local partner for all landscaping needs. Our nursery in Swanton provides DIY customers with perennials, trees, shrubs, and landscaping materials. From initial design to final installation, we strive to exceed expectations while maintaining affordability and reliability.
Services
Excavation Services
Hardscapes
Landscape Design
Water Management
Nursery Products
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1979 with deep local expertise in Vermont's landscapes
- Specialize in residential and commercial projects of all scales
- Use premium materials like native Vermont stone and granite
- Committed to timely completions and transparent communication
- Serve northern Vermont and Lake Champlain Island communities
What people say
Great Local Family Business
Nothing But Professional
True professionals!
Another Fantastic Job
They Are Artists
Services
Excavation Services
Shumways Landscaping provides precision excavation services for residential and commercial projects across northern Vermont. Our rubber-tracked equipment minimizes property damage while handling tight spaces, driveways, sea walls, and large-scale commercial sites. We specialize in grading, drainage, and land clearance to prepare foundations for landscaping or construction.
Hardscapes
We design and install durable hardscapes using premium materials like Adirondack stone, blue stone, and native Vermont granite. Our services include patios, retaining walls, garden pathways, and custom veneers that enhance property aesthetics while providing functional outdoor living spaces tailored to Vermont's climate.
Landscape Design
Our team creates bespoke landscape designs that blend natural beauty with practical functionality. From planting beds and lawns to stone edging and mulch installations, we transform properties into inviting spaces that increase value and reflect the unique character of Vermont's environment.
Water Management
We address water control challenges through sustainable systems like rain gardens, permeable pavers, and stormwater management. Our expertise includes installing ponds, waterfalls, and drainage networks to prevent erosion while enhancing landscapes with aesthetic water features.
Nursery Products
Our Swanton nursery offers high-quality materials for DIY landscaping projects, including perennials, trees, shrubs, and stone products. Customers access premium bark mulch, patio stones, and construction materials to complete their outdoor projects with professional-grade resources.
Questions
What services does Shumways Landscaping offer?
We provide excavation, hardscapes, landscape design, water management, and nursery products for residential and commercial clients in northern Vermont.
Do you serve areas outside Swanton?
Yes, we serve Swanton, St. Albans, Burlington, the Lake Champlain Islands, and surrounding areas in Vermont and New York.
How long has Shumways Landscaping been in business?
We've been family-owned and operated since 1979, serving Vermont communities for over 40 years.
Are emergency landscaping services available?
Yes, we offer emergency services for urgent landscaping or property damage issues.
What makes Shumways different from other landscapers?
Our family legacy, use of premium local materials, and commitment to personalized service set us apart in Vermont's landscaping industry.
