Licensed Landscape Contractor

Design-Build Landscape Contractor in Sonoma County

Complete front and back yard designs, backyard renovations, retaining walls, patios and outdoor kitchens, planned and built by one licensed team from concept to completion.

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25+ years combined experience

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Canepa Landscaping

Complete Outdoor Environments, Designed and Built by One Team


Canepa Landscaping is a Windsor-based design-build landscape contractor serving Sonoma County and the North Bay. We design and build complete outdoor environments: full front and back yard landscapes, backyard renovations, retaining walls, patios, outdoor kitchens, turf and full irrigation.



One licensed team manages planning, permits, grading and construction from concept to completion, so the people who design your project are accountable for how it is built. Chad and Shawn Canepa founded the company in 2014 and are longtime North Bay residents.

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One Licensed Team, From First Sketch to Final Walkthrough

Your outdoor space deserves the same planning as the interior. Canepa Landscaping produces buildable plans, coordinates permits and builds the project itself, so scope, budget and schedule stay with one accountable team.

We take on large projects: full front and back yard designs, complete backyard renovations, retaining walls, patios, outdoor kitchens and full irrigation. Structural planning, grading and drainage are handled to spec inside the project, so the work is built correctly the first time.

a large house with drought tolerate landscape

Landscape Design

Residential and Commercial

Whether you have barely fleshed-out ideas or a clear vision for your residential or commercial property, Canepa Landscaping supports you with knowledgeable professionals who can help you come up with a plan. From hardscape recommendations to expertise when it comes to availability, we help to take the guesswork out of turning your ideas into a real set of buildable plans based on your must-haves and best practices as well as compliance with local regulations.

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Landscape Construction

Residential and Commercial

Now that you have a plan, it’s important to find a landscape contractor that makes those plans a reality. At Canepa Landscaping, we are your single source for defining the vision with a plan and erecting those plans in accordance with applicable codes and local regulations. Not only do we make your outdoor spaces everything you want them to be, we work with you to develop a scope, budget and schedule that meets your requirements.



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HARDSCAPE SERVICES

Hardscape Construction in Sonoma County


Hardscape is the permanent structure of your landscape. We design and build each element as part of a complete plan so grades, materials and utilities work together.

Patios & Pavers

Paver and concrete patios designed around how you use the yard, with proper base preparation, edging and surface grade so they stay level for years. 

Walkways and Steps

Front walkways, garden paths and steps in pavers, natural stone, concrete or decomposed granite, laid out for width, grade and safe footing.

Landscape Lighting

Let there be light. Create moods, vibes and all-day functionality with a customized approach to lighting design that enhances the appearance of your property’s outdoor spaces.

Retaining Walls

Structural, permitted retaining walls that terrace sloped yards into usable space. We plan grading and drainage behind the wall so it is built to hold. 

Outdoor Kitchens

Built-in grills, counters, bars and seating, with gas, electrical and permit requirements planned from the start. Pergolas and shade structures can be built into the layout. 

Fire Features

Fire pits, fireplaces and fire tables built into your patio and seating design, with clearances and materials planned for safe, year-round use. 

SOFTSCAPE SERVICES

Softscape Design and Installation in Sonoma County


Softscape is the living layer: plants, lawn areas and the irrigation that supports them. We design it with the hardscape so the finished landscape works as one plan.

Ornamental Planting Design

Planting plans with structure, seasonal color and layered texture, selected for Sonoma County soil, sun and water conditions

Trees, Shrubs and Groundcover

Layered plantings of trees, shrubs and groundcover placed for scale, privacy and year-round structure installed as part of a complete landscape.

Drought-Tolerant Planting

Water-efficient plant palettes, mulch and drip irrigation that cut water use while keeping the yard full and finished. 

Sod and Natural Lawn Installation

New natural lawn areas installed over properly graded, prepared and irrigated soil, sized to the yard and designed into the overall plan.

Artificial Turf

Year-round green lawn areas installed over a graded, compacted and drained base, for yards where natural lawn struggles. 

Full Irrigation Installation

Complete drip and spray systems designed with the planting plan, zoned by water need and installed with the landscape instead of added afterward.

Landscaping Insights From Our Blog


Curved stone walkway leading to a rustic house with wooden porch, surrounded by desert landscaping and shrubs
By Canepa Landscaping • October 13, 2026
Plan a front walkway that fits your home. Learn ideal widths, the right materials for Sonoma County soil, and what to ask before you build.
Stone retaining wall beside a wet leaf-covered path in a wooded park on a cloudy day
By Canepa Landscaping • October 8, 2026
Leaning, bulging, or cracked retaining wall? Learn which signs need monitoring, an inspection, or replacement before Sonoma County's rainy season.
Construction workers build a curved stone pathway beside a house under construction at sunset.
By Canepa Landscaping • September 29, 2026
Vetting a landscape subcontractor for new construction? Confirm license, insurance, and grading expertise before hiring Canepa Landscaping.
Two construction workers in safety vests review plans at a table on a dirt job site with a house frame behind them
By Canepa Landscaping • September 14, 2026
Early general contractor involvement in new construction landscaping catches drainage and grading conflicts before they cost time or money. See how Canepa helps.
Terraced garden patio with stone seating, lush shrubs, and a curved path at sunset
By Canepa Landscaping • August 28, 2026
See what landscape ROI data really shows for Sonoma County homes, and why structural hardscape work protects value better than cosmetics.
Backyard landscape with rolled sod, stone edging, and a partially installed lawn irrigation trench
By Canepa Landscaping • August 10, 2026
Artificial turf costs $12 to $32 per sq ft in Sonoma County. See ROI timelines, HOA rules, and why drainage prep matters most.

01

Free Consultation and Site Visit

We walk the property, discuss your goals and review slope, access, soil and existing structures.

02

Design and Scope

We develop plans and renderings, then define scope, budget and schedule together.

03

Permits and Contract

We coordinate permits when the work requires them, then finalize the contract.

04

Construction

One team builds your project from site preparation through finish work.

05

Final Walkthrough

We review the finished work with you before the project closes.

OUR PROCESS

How The Canepa Design-Build Project Works

Every project follows the same five steps under one licensed team.


SERVICE AREA

Landscape Design and Construction in Santa Rosa, Windsor, Petaluma, Napa and the North Bay


Canepa Landscaping is a Windsor-based design-build landscape contractor serving homeowners across Sonoma County and Napa. We design and build complete outdoor environments, including full front and back yard landscapes, backyard renovations, retaining walls, patios, outdoor kitchens and full irrigation. For larger projects, we also travel to Marin, Lake and Mendocino counties.

Chad and Shawn Canepa have lived and worked in the North Bay for most of their careers, so they know the local terrain, climate and building requirements. One licensed team handles design, permits, grading and construction under a single contract, whether you are landscaping a new home, a rebuilt property or a sloped lot that needs terracing.


Your Dream Landscape Made Manageable With Financing Options


Canepa Landscaping has teamed up with Regoins to offer flexible financing solutions. With approved credit, enjoy low interest rates for up to 5 years, convenient monthly payments, and no hidden fees. This means you can transform your outdoor space without breaking the bank, while keeping your existing financial resources intact for future projects. Canepa Landscaping can bring your landscape dreams to life with quality work and financing support you can rely on.