By The Blade Lawn and Landscape

Swimming Pool Builders

About Us

By The Blade is Kansas City’s personal, valet service for your lawn, landscape and outdoor environs. Founded over two decades ago by a neighborhood kid and a lawnmower, the company has grown into a top area business, purchasing Rainbow Irrigation in 2009. By The Blade provides upscale, cutting-edge outdoor management with superior service and a holistic approach. With a team of design, engineering, maintenance and irrigation experts working throughout the Metro, By The Blade promotes outdoor recreation by assuming the burden of lawn care—one blade at a time. By The Blade Lawn and Landscaping offers an unparalleled combination of high-end quality and personal responsiveness in the fields of landscape architecture, landscape design, landscape contracting, and comprehensive, valet-style lawn care. Beyond simply caring for existing lawnscapes, By The Blade’s dedicated Ambassadors of Outdoor Living are in the business of transforming bland backyards into outdoor havens by means of such installations as decks, patios, and outdoor enclosures, pools and spas, outdoor play systems and outdoor audio/visual, and fencing and gates. As Kansas City's Ambassadors of Outdoor Living, the team members of By The Blade take pride in their exceptional service and attention to detail. Chief Ambassador Patrick Vogt brings a wealth of local experience to the business that complements the keen eye of Design Ambassador Bryant Schmidt. Chosen as the official landscape designers of the Kansas City Symphony Designers' Showhouse in multiple years, By The Blade has excelled in its unique calling: using landscape architecture and design to promote Outdoor Living in every corner of the Kansas City area.

Services Provided

Pool Deck Design & Construction, Pool Lighting Installation, Sauna Installation, Swimming Pool Design, Custom Pool, Design/Build, Backyard Oasis, Flagstone Patio, Outdoor Kitchens, Water Features, Rain Harvesting, Custom Fire Pits, Custom Outdoor Fireplace, Custom Lighting, Custom Decks, Outdoor Living, Sprinkler Systems

Areas Served

Gladstone, Kansas City, Kansas City, Lake Waukomis, North Kansas City, Parkville, Platte Woods, Riverside, Weatherby Lake, Liberty, Kearney, Smithville, Weston, Mission Hills, Leawood, Overland Park, Blue Springs, Lees Summit, Lenexa, Olathe, Shawnee, Mission, Fairway, Westwood, Prairie Village

Awards

Official Landscape Designers Kansas City Symphony Designers' Showhouse - 8 consecutive years! (2012-2019)

25 Projects

Example of a large trendy backyard stone and custom-shaped natural pool fountain design in Kansas City

Business Details

Business Name

By The Blade Lawn and Landscape

Phone Number

(816) 505-0444

Website

www.BytheBladeKC.com

Address

8904 NW 64th Street
Parkville, MO 64152

Typical Job Cost

$10,000 - $1,000,000

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8 Reviews for By The Blade Lawn and Landscape

Newest first

5.0|8 reviews

Work Quality

5.0

Communication

5.0

Value

5.0

Corky McCaffrey

By the Blade is the BEST! My project was completed promptly and professionally and I recommend their services whole-heartedly.

August 30, 2023

kevinkoster

Some of the many projects that By The Blade has done for us are featured here on Houzz. And while the transformation of our outdoor environment is obvious, and the daily enjoyment by us and our family and guests is likewise obvious, My review today is not about the original work but rather how well they stand behind it even when there are circumstances beyond their control. The beautiful sidewalk and grill patio shown on this page was magnificent when installed five years ago. However, a few pieces of the flagstone developed issues and degraded. This was not BtB's fault. Their normally top-grade supplier received rock from a quarry that was inconsistent but not something that could be seen during installation. Eventually, the quarry was closed even though the vast majority of the rock was fine. Lucky us, we had a few bad pieces that broke, cracked, and flaked. Today, a By The Blade team is making significant repairs to the grill patio and is completely replacing the front walk. My only out-of-pocket is for upgraded joints in the back using a brand new material and an upgrade to a different style of stone in the front. They could have easily walked away from this after all this time and sent me to another contractor who would have charged thousands for the same work. Anyone can stand behind their own work, but to stand behind someone else's natural product after 5 years is service at another level.

May 2, 2022

Crystal Schwass

The best, hands down, at customer service, professionalism & start to finish project execution! They have the friedliest staff, excellent follow-up and take exceptioanl pride in their work. We continue to use them for all our needs & no job is too big or small for them. Quality is paramount in every part of detail of their work & it shows! Our yard is the crowning jewel to our beautiful historic home on one of KC's most prominent streets.

February 16, 2017

Comment from By The Blade Lawn and Landscape:

Thank you, Crystal! We're proud to have been selected as the landscape designer when your property was featured as the 2015 46th Symphony Designers' Showhouse. And, we loved that you choose us to return to perform additional landscaping - your home is AMAZING!

Polly Revare

We contacted By The Blade because they had done extensive work for our neighbor, who spoke very highly of them. We had struggled with a whole yard drainage problem that NOBODY else could solve for us. We spoke to other companies, to the city, you name it. There was simply nowhere for excess water to go. By The Blade not only came up with a plan to fix our infrastructure issue, but turned it into a thing of beauty. They constructed a lovely waterfall to assist in evaporation of our excess rain water. They are not cheap. But they are resourceful, adaptive, responsive and professional. I think they can do ANYTHING!

February 11, 2017

Comment from By The Blade Lawn and Landscape:

Thank you, Polly! We’re glad we could provide a rain harvesting solution for your drainage issue that is not only functional, but also an appealing water feature! Enhancing the environment around your existing pool really beautified your outdoor living – truly a fantastic project!

Adam Emo

By the Blade just gets it. Imaginative designs, meticulous execution, second to none customer service. We could not be happier with our outdoor space. From landscaping to lawn care and maintenance. These guys are the ones that you want.

February 10, 2017

Comment from By The Blade Lawn and Landscape:

Thank you, Adam! We appreciate your trust and confidence in us. From the all-natural stone, to the custom swim spa, to the integrated wi-fi outdoor lighting system - we were thrilled to deliver a dreamscape oasis for you and your family. It’s a privilege to work with you.

Aaron Benefield

By The Blade designed and installed our front landscape. Their landscape architect listened and collaborated with us to finalize a design plan that was perfect for our busy family. They installed a beautiful cobblestone creekbed with stone slab bridge to redirect rainwater away from our home and toward the street's drainage system. We love the assortment of low-maintenance, hearty trees and plants that continue to thrive and add layers of nearly year-round color to our home. The assortment of trees planted in our back yard create the perfect natural barrier between our home and the road that runs behind us - they, too, were specifically selected for their size, color and drought tolerance. The landscape project manager has checked our property several times since installation and replaced a few plants that didn't survive last summer's brutal Midwest heat. This company's employees love what they do and provide high quality work and outstanding customer service.

February 10, 2017

Comment from By The Blade Lawn and Landscape:

Thank you, Aaron! We are glad we could solve your drainage issues and add outdoor beauty to your new home!

Scout Thompson

By The Blade has been providing all of our yard and landscape services for over 10 years, and we have been very pleased with their service and responsiveness. Last year, we decided to tear out our entire backyard and start all over, Patrick and Smitty developed a proposal that turned our space into a woodland retreat! Starting with a flagstone patio, they laid out winding paths of crushed gravel bordered by decorative stone, river rock for much needed drainage, and sublime landscaping which included trees, shrubs, flowering perennials, ferns and ground cover - Beyond beautiful! Since than they have cared for the space, replacing planting that did not thrive and adding extra plants where needed. We can't say enough about their work! We are so pleased!

February 29, 2016

jessica_lea1775

The team at By The Blade, has truly transformed the outdoors of my home into the perfect living space. The professionalism displayed by everyone on the team gives me the comfort that when we begin to design a project that the end result will look exactly as I expected. By The Blade has transformed our home's exterior and we no longer think twice about our outdoor living space. It is a beautiful place for our family to enjoy. I highly recommend By The Blade the provide outstanding service and demonstrate excellent craftsmanship.

November 23, 2015

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Commented: This work is spectacular! Truly an oasis! Do you know who I could askNancy, thank you! Please give us a call or message us directly and we can put you in touch with our designer. 816.505.0444 or bythebladekc.com Thanks!

August 1, 2019

Commented: Hi - Do you know the dimensions of this lovely pool?Hi mvpatter, Thanks the kind comment! The pool is 20' wide and 40' long. Patrick By The Blade Lawn and Landscape (Greater Kansas City area)

February 15, 2015

Commented: Red bushes and the one between them?Hi blancaster42, Thank you for the positive feedback! The red shrubs are azaleas, and the plants in between are hydrangeas. Patrick By The Blade Lawn and Landscape (Greater Kansas City area)

February 11, 2015

Frequently Asked Questions

How is By The Blade Lawn and Landscape rated?

By The Blade Lawn and Landscape is currently rated 5 overall out of 5

What services does By The Blade Lawn and Landscape provide?

By The Blade Lawn and Landscape provides the following services: Pool Deck Design & Construction, Pool Lighting Installation, Sauna Installation, Swimming Pool Design, Custom Pool, Design/Build, Backyard Oasis, Flagstone Patio, Outdoor Kitchens, Water Features, Rain Harvesting, Custom Fire Pits, Custom Outdoor Fireplace, Custom Lighting, Custom Decks, Outdoor Living, Sprinkler Systems

Where does By The Blade Lawn and Landscape provide services?

By The Blade Lawn and Landscape provides services in the following areas: Gladstone, Kansas City, Kansas City, Lake Waukomis, North Kansas City, Parkville, Platte Woods, Riverside, Weatherby Lake, Liberty, Kearney, Smithville, Weston, Mission Hills, Leawood, Overland Park, Blue Springs, Lees Summit, Lenexa, Olathe, Shawnee, Mission, Fairway, Westwood, Prairie Village

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