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CRUGER CONTRACTING LLC
PATIOS • dECKS • WALKWAYS • LAWN CARE • FENCING • GARDENS
Custom Landscape Design & Installation
Professional landscape design and installation tailored to your vision and property. Complete design services with climate-appropriate plant selection, hardscape coordination, irrigation planning, and expert installation for beautiful, functional outdoor spaces.
Why Choose Cruger Contracting for Custom Landscape Design & Installation
Custom landscape design and installation from Cruger Contracting LLC transforms properties into beautiful outdoor living spaces tailored to your lifestyle. Our process begins with an in-depth consultation where we discuss your vision, budget, and how you use your outdoor space. We analyze your property's sun exposure, soil conditions, drainage patterns, and existing features to create designs that thrive in your specific conditions. Our landscape architects develop detailed plans showing plant placement, hardscape features, irrigation zones, and lighting layouts. Plant selections include native species for low maintenance, perennials for multi-season color, ornamental trees for shade and privacy, evergreen shrubs for year-round structure, and flowering plants that attract pollinators. We coordinate landscape installations with patio construction, walkway design, retaining wall placement, and outdoor lighting for cohesive results. Installation includes professional soil amendment with compost and nutrients, proper plant depth and spacing for mature growth, mulch application for moisture retention, edge installation for clean bed lines, and irrigation system setup when needed. Our crew handles complete property makeovers, phased installations for budget flexibility, front yard curb appeal projects, backyard entertainment landscapes, privacy screening solutions, and foundation plantings. Every plant receives proper establishment care instructions, and we offer maintenance programs to protect your investment.
Designs That Work in Real Life
We don’t create generic blueprints. Every design is built around how you live and how your property actually functions. The result—landscapes that look great, drain properly, and thrive naturally year after year.
Built Right from the Ground Up
Our installations start with solid prep—real base work, proper grading, and high-quality plants. It’s the difference between landscapes that fall apart and ones that last decades.
Professional Crews, Clean Results
We take pride in how we work. Our crews are respectful, efficient, and detail-driven from start to finish. You’ll see it in the craftsmanship—and in the clean site when we’re done.
About
Cruger Contracting llc
Cruger Contracting LLC is a full-service landscaping and hardscaping company based in Poughkeepsie, New York, proudly serving Dutchess County and surrounding areas. Led by owner James Cruger, the company specializes in transforming outdoor spaces through precision excavation, expert drainage solutions, custom hardscaping, and fine stonework.
With over 18 years of experience and hundreds of successful projects completed, Cruger Contracting LLC has built a reputation for craftsmanship, reliability, and lasting results. Every project—from patio installations and retaining walls to grading, drainage correction, and site preparation—is completed with meticulous attention to detail and quality materials built to last through New York’s demanding climate.
Our mission is simple: to help homeowners create beautiful, functional outdoor environments that enhance property value and stand the test of time. Whether you’re regrading your yard for better drainage, designing a custom stone patio, or building a full outdoor living space, Cruger Contracting LLC delivers professional service and exceptional results from start to finish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Cruger Contracting LLC is fully licensed and carries comprehensive liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage. This protects both you and our team during all projects. We're happy to provide proof of insurance upon request and ensure all work meets local building codes and regulations.
Client satisfaction is our top priority. If you're ever unhappy with any aspect of our work, please let us know immediately. We'll work with you to address concerns and make things right. Our goal is to exceed your expectations on every project, and we stand behind the quality of our craftsmanship.
Cruger Contracting LLC is a full service landscaping contractor that excels in transforming outdoor spaces. We specialize in mulch and stone installation, garden bed design and maintenance, hardscaping with Cambridge pavers, concrete work, lawn repairs and installations, and complete landscape design. We take pride in our work and ensure client satisfaction every step of the way
We proudly serve Poughkeepsie and the greater Hudson Valley region, including Dutchess County, Ulster County, and surrounding areas in New York. If you're unsure whether we service your location, give us a call—we're often able to accommodate projects within a reasonable distance from our Poughkeepsie base.
Yes! We provide complimentary consultations and detailed estimates for all landscaping services. During our initial visit, we'll assess your property, discuss your goals and budget, and provide expert recommendations. There's no obligation, and we'll give you a clear, written estimate before any work begins.
No — many clients are away during the work. Whether it's installing your driveway, building garden beds, or complete landscape renovation, your property will be secured daily. We keep clients updated with progress photos and notes so you're never out of the loop
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What Clients Say..
James and his crew are excellent! They cleaned up my yard, installed mulch and flowers and made everything look beautiful! James is easy to communicate with and takes pride in his work. He is very professional, on-time, friendly and reliable. You will be VERY PLEASED with Cruger Contracting.
Barbara G.
Cruger Construction provided high quality service at a fair cost. James the owner was very knowledgeable, communicated very timely and was a pleasure to do business with. His crew was just as friendly and we are very pleased with the work he provided. Will use again on future landscaping projects.
Elaine S.
Beautiful job. Very personable and reliable.
Lauretta C.
We would absolutely hire Cruger Contracting again. James was quick to return our call and came right away. That afternoon he had come back with a very fair quote. Regraded our front lawn with 40 yards of screened soil, also laid a drainage pipe from a basement sump pump approximately 100ft underground. They finished the job with seeding and covered with straw mulch. Fantastic job—thank you, would highly recommend.
Craig P.
I would highly recommend Cruger Contracting for all your hardscape needs. James and his staff are real professionals with many years of experience in the construction industry and landscaping. He is super prompt and responsive to your needs and with minimal explanation he made exactly what I was looking for. If you are looking for someone who is professional, courteous and neat, and does it all at a reasonable price—look no further.
Rob R.
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