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address: "Granite City, Illinois 62040, United States"
latitude: 38.7261
longitude: -90.1106
phone: "(618) 972-9632"
website: http://www.alteredgroundslandscaping.com
rating: 5
review_count: 34
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# Altered Grounds Outdoor Services

Original Houzz profile: [Altered Grounds Outdoor Services](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/altered-grounds-outdoor-services-pfvwus-pf~344592885)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Landscape Contractors
- **Location:** Granite City, IL
- **Serves:** Granite City, Edwardsville, Collinsville, Fairview Heights, Glen Carbon, Wood River, Maryville, Pontoon Beach, Caseyville, Holiday Shores, South Roxana, Hartford, Roxana, Mitchell, Saint Louis, St Louis
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (34 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2016–2026), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 100 Ideabook Saves

Our mission is to make your home or business stand out from the rest, look beautiful and leave you feeling great about your place!  Our services include landscape design, patios, fire pits, water features, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens and more.

### Services Provided

- Landscape Construction
- Hardscaping
- Landscape Maintenance
- Patio Construction
- Deck Building
- Pergola Construction
- Paver Installation
- Retaining Wall Construction
- Custom Fire Pits
- Pool Landscaping
- Outdoor Kitchen Construction
- Custom Water Features
- Masonry
- Outdoor Lighting Installation
- Concrete Construction
- Outdoor Fireplace Construction
- Swimming Pool Construction
- Gazebo Design & Construction
- Landscape Lighting Installation
- Brick Masonry
- Sod Installation
- Mulching
- Stamped Concrete
- Decorative Concrete
- Ice Removal
- Pools
- Snow Removal Services
- Trellis & Pergola Construction

### Areas Served

- Granite City
- Edwardsville
- Collinsville
- Fairview Heights
- Glen Carbon
- Wood River
- Maryville
- Pontoon Beach
- Caseyville
- Holiday Shores
- South Roxana
- Hartford
- Roxana
- Mitchell
- Saint Louis
- St Louis

### Typical Job Cost

$5,000 - 250,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Altered Grounds Outdoor Services |
| Address | Granite City, Illinois 62040, United States |
| Phone | (618) 972-9632 |
| Website | http://www.alteredgroundslandscaping.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 59 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/alteredgroundslandscaping
- X (Twitter) — http://www.twitter.com/alteredgrounds
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/altered-grounds-outdoor-services?trk=company\_name

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Altered Grounds Outdoor Services](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/altered-grounds-outdoor-services-pfvwus-pf~344592885)
- **Website:** http://www.alteredgroundslandscaping.com
- **Phone:** (618) 972-9632

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2016–2026), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 34 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — HU-353969669, Aug. 2026**

> As a business owner myself, I understand how difficult it is to organize a project as vast and intricate as the one Altered Grounds performed for us.   I couldn’t be more impressed with the organization, communication and professionalism from AG.   I would recommend this company to anyone !

**★★★★★ — Laura Dochwat, Aug. 2026**

> Altered Grounds will be my forever go to and I would highly recommend. The service from beginning to end was executed with dilegence, skill, and thoughfulness. The job on hand was a 115 ft linear retaining wall that had previously been bowing severely. We were meet with unforeseen weather issues, discovered water lines, and other obsticles that were no issues for this company to navigate through. The owners were onsite constantly, checked in with me, and treated me fair. 10/10 for me!

**★★★★★ — HU-666771144, Aug. 2026**

> Used Altered Grounds 5 years ago for a major reimagine project of our street-view landscape. Josh and team did a wonderful job for us from design to tear-out to installation. Recently, Altered Grounds was our first call for a much smaller refresh project of our backyard patio area. Josh and team once again did a great job for us. I will always recommend Altered Grounds!

**★★★★★ — HU-986209983, May 2026**

> They did a fantastic job. Above our expectations and they also did some extra stuff to make it better. I would absolutely use them again

**★★★★★ — mhecht0523, Sept. 2025**

> Josh and his team did a remarkable job!  I bought a house with a miriad of problems and the overgrown landscaping was hideous.  Josh came out, gave me a bid and they were able to get everything ripped out and the new stuff put in very quickly and at a great price.  I LOVE the new yard and I've gotten a lot of compliments.  Altered Grounds will be my go to company for all things outdoor!  I highly recommend Josh and his team!

**★★★★★ — Marnie Prosser, June 2023**

> I called Altered Grounds to help with some landscaping and Jill came out within a few days after my call, I received the bid within a few days and was on the schedule after I approved it for 2-3 weeks out.  They called almost 2 weeks ahead of time and got me in.   They showed up and got all the landscaping done within a few hours.  Cleaned everything up too!  Would highly recommend them for landscaping, they are also taking care of my pool and have been extremely happy with the service I have received.

**★★★★★ — Jennifer Carril, Dec. 2022**

> It’s never too early to start thinking about summer! Let Josh and his Altered Grounds crew help design the backyard you’ve been dreaming of! From design, to change orders, to installation, Josh and his crew are there to guide you every step of the way to an amazing get-away in your own backyard.
>
> Altered Grounds is a company that starts what they finish in rapid order, delivers a quality project, and sees it through to the end. There was never a question that went unanswered and we always felt like we were a priority. The crew was always respectful of the property, showed up timely, and stayed until the job was done.
>
> After installation, Josh and his crew offer amazing services at reasonable costs to make sure your pool stays in tip-top shape. Our family highly recommends Altered Grounds for all of your backyard needs, especially pool installation and landscaping. Their service and finish work more than exceeded our expectations and we cannot wait for our next project with Altered Grounds.
>
> ~ Ben and Jenn

**★★★★★ — Kelly Spiller, Dec. 2021**

> We had a great experience with Altered Grounds. They put in an inground pool for us this past May 2021. They were professional, experts at their work, responsive and efficient. Their guys have been with them for years and it shows. They were thoughtful with the neighboring yard and tidy up after each day. Would use them all over again....great people to work with!
>
> \*Aug completion date was due to waiting on pieces fencing due to Covid delay...out of AG's control.

**★★★★★ — HU-306982848, Dec. 2021**

> We absolutely loved the team at Altered Grounds!! From start to finish they delivered exact what they said they would! We signed a contract with them at the start of September for an inground pool and we were swimming within 3 weeks! I was so impressed with the work ethic of their team - they showed up every day and worked incredibly hard.
>
> Several other families in our neighborhood had pools installed during the pandemic and we had the best experience BY FAR. We highly recommend Altered Grounds if you are looking to get a pool!

**★★★★★ — HU-161456525, Dec. 2021**

> Josh and his group were the best.  The quality and knowledge were amazing!!  I have recommended them to everyone!!

**★★★★★ — HU-886773884, Dec. 2021**

> Josh, Jeremy, Rob and the entire crew were consummate professionals for our project. From start to finish, they communicated clearly and concisely exactly what they were going to do at any given time. They were also quick to reply back whenever I had questions about the progress and anything service related once the project was complete.
>
> I chose Altered Grounds because I wanted a company who could handle everything from the landscaping, lighting and new patio to the complete design and install of our new in-ground pool. They did it all with complete professionalism and made this process way easier than I anticipated when I first started to get bids. You won't be disappointed if you choose them to design and build your new background oasis!

**★★★★★ — corkyn, Dec. 2020**

> When it comes to any home project, sometimes finding the right professional for the job is challenging.  I needed someone to fix a huge erosion problem on the hillside in my backyard that was causing excessive flooding and mudslides every time it rained.  Getting right to the point:  I would highly recommend  that you consider Altered Grounds to handle whatever it is you want or need to have done!
>
> To begin with, Jill was a pleasure to work with.  Once she presented the proposal, she then made a second site visit and we walked the areas included in the scope of  work to further discuss details.  She listened  to what I wanted and made some great suggestions while keeping the ultimate goal of this project in mind.
>
> Rob, Sergio, Dean, et al…  every single person  involved in my project worked in tandem with each other – it was amazing to watch, and they made it look almost effortless, which speaks volumes about their collective expertise. It was easy to tell that they love what they do.  Overall, I can attest to the fact that Altered Grounds and its employees are knowledgeable, hard-working, trustworthy and reliable…and extremely good at what they do.  I am so impressed and happy with the end results, down to the smallest detail.
>
> There is so much more that I can say about my experience with this company.  Altered Grounds truly went above and beyond my expectations.  The work they did for me is beautiful and now I love the view!

## Selected projects

- [Flagstone Fire Pit Area](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/flagstone-fire-pit-area-pj-vj~6014612)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Ebbett's Field Pool Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ebbett-s-field-pool-project-pj-vj~5749071)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Cedar Overhang](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cedar-overhang-pj-vj~5742307)
  - Location: Glen Carbon, IL
  - Photos: 3
- [Flagstone Fire Pit Area With Sitting Boulders](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/flagstone-fire-pit-area-with-sitting-boulders-pj-vj~5566516)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Covered Patio with Fireplace & Waterfall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/covered-patio-with-fireplace-and-waterfall-pj-vj~2755645)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Glen Carbon L-Shaped Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glen-carbon-l-shaped-pool-pj-vj~5427462)
  - Location: Glen Carbon, IL
  - Photos: 2
- [Natural Stone Staircase](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/natural-stone-staircase-pj-vj~739448)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Before & After:  Flagstone Pathway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/before-and-after-flagstone-pathway-pj-vj~2109628)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Backyard Resort with Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/backyard-resort-with-pool-pj-vj~2774938)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [Backyard Pool & Resort GC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/backyard-pool-and-resort-gc-pj-vj~2714568)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Troy August 2017 Pool & Landscaping](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/troy-august-2017-pool-and-landscaping-pj-vj~2714493)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [August 2017 Pool Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/august-2017-pool-project-pj-vj~2714450)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Before & After Front Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/before-and-after-front-landscape-pj-vj~2183998)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Edwardsville Landscape Makeover with Gas Fire Pit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/edwardsville-landscape-makeover-with-gas-fire-pit-pj-vj~1940604)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Waterfall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/waterfall-pj-vj~1816288)
  - Location: Glen Carbon, IL
  - Photos: 1
- [Paver Patio with In-Ground Fire Pit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/paver-patio-with-in-ground-fire-pit-pj-vj~1782585)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Glen Carbon April 2016 Backyard Makeover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glen-carbon-april-2016-backyard-makeover-pj-vj~1715937)
  - Location: Glen Carbon, IL
  - Photos: 12
- [Fire Pit & Waterfall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fire-pit-and-waterfall-pj-vj~1398262)
  - Location: Granite City, IL
  - Photos: 2
- [Stamped Concrete Patio, Waterfall & Stone Fire Pit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stamped-concrete-patio-waterfall-and-stone-fire-pit-pj-vj~1463859)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [AG L-Shaped Outdoor Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ag-l-shaped-outdoor-kitchen-pj-vj~1418888)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1

[See all 42 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/altered-grounds-outdoor-services-pfvwus-pf~344592885)

## Ideabooks

- [Outdoor Living Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29353698/list/outdoor-living-spaces) — 50 ideas
- [Fire Pits](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29351409/list/fire-pits) — 37 ideas
- [Outdoor Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29373699/list/outdoor-kitchens) — 25 ideas
- [Outdoor Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30718693/list/outdoor-fireplaces) — 6 ideas
- [Pools](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29885048/list/pools) — 1 idea

[See all 5 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/alteredgrounds)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Fire pits** *(in Photo Questions)*

Here in our area (I'm in St. Charles), is it more desirable to use natural stone, or an upscale ready made of metal fire pit?

A: Good afternoon,
Thanks for the note.  It really just comes down to personal preference. Obviously, you can see from our projects we install a lot of stone fire pits.  However, we have done a number of projects where we install the patio space and the homeowner provides a metal fire pit after we are done.  Hope this helps!

Thanks,
Josh Hickam - Owner
Altered Grounds Outdoor Services

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-16.*