LANDSCAPING CONTRACTOR IN CLACKAMAS, OREGON

Landscaping Services in Clackamas, Oregon

Clackamas sits at the edge of the Cascade foothills, where larger lots, sloped terrain, and the clay-heavy soils of the Willamette Valley create landscaping challenges that require real local experience to solve right.

Monaghan’s Landscaping has been serving Clackamas homeowners since 1988, handling everything from retaining wall construction on hillside properties to new sod installation, automatic sprinkler systems, artificial turf, and paver patios.

From the neighborhoods around Clackamas Town Center to the more rural stretches along the Clackamas River corridor, our crews know this area and the specific conditions that come with it.

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NOTE: We serve all of Multnomah County, Clackamas County, And Washington County. If you feel you live outside of these areas, give us a call. Chances are we serve your area too.

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Retaining Wall Installation

Clackamas properties with sloped yards and hillside lots are exactly where retaining wall installation makes the biggest difference. The combination of clay soils, heavy winter rainfall, and natural grade changes across much of the Clackamas area means poorly supported slopes can erode and shift over time. Monaghan’s designs and builds retaining walls sized for the specific conditions on your property. Whether you need a single low wall to level a planting bed or a multi-tiered system to reclaim a steeply sloped backyard. Every installation comes with a workmanship warranty and a free written estimate before any work begins.

New Sod Lawn Installation

The moderate temperatures and consistent rainfall in Clackamas, Oregon create ideal conditions for sod establishment, particularly in late spring and early fall when ground temperatures support fast root development. Monaghan’s Landscaping has been installing sod lawns across the Clackamas area for more than three decades, sourcing varieties matched to local growing conditions, including the perennial ryegrass and fine fescue blends recommended by OSU Extension for western Oregon lawns. Proper ground preparation is what separates a sod installation that thrives from one that struggles, and we handle every step from grading to finished lawn.

Automatic Sprinkler System Installation

Keeping a lawn healthy through Clackamas summers without an automatic sprinkler system means moving hoses, guessing at coverage, and watching dry patches develop in July and August when rainfall drops off. Monaghan’s designs irrigation systems zone by zone, accounting for the specific layout, soil type, and sun exposure on your property, because one schedule for everything wastes water and leaves some areas too wet while others stay dry. We serve residential properties throughout Clackamas, including the larger lots in Clackamas East and Clackamas Northeast where hand watering becomes especially impractical.

Artificial Turf Installation

Clackamas gets significant rainfall from October through May, and properties with heavy tree canopy or poor drainage often end up with muddy, worn patches that never fully recover no matter how much reseeding gets thrown at them. Artificial turf solves the problem permanently. Modern synthetic grass installed by Monaghan’s Landscaping looks and feels like the real thing, holds up under pets and kids, and stays green and clean through every Clackamas winter without mowing, watering, or reseeding. For shaded backyards where natural grass refuses to grow, it’s one of the most practical long-term investments available.

Paver Installation

A paver patio, driveway, or walkway is only as good as what’s underneath it, and in Clackamas the clay soils that shift with seasonal moisture changes make base preparation especially important. Monaghan’s Landscaping has been installing pavers across the Clackamas area for more than 30 years, and we know the difference between a base that holds and one that lets pavers settle and separate within a few seasons. We work with a wide range of styles and materials to match your home, from classic tumbled stone to clean modern concrete pavers.

Clackamas Landscaping Contractors

Monaghan’s Landscaping is a Clackamas landscaping company that has been serving this community and the surrounding area since 1988. As experienced Clackamas landscapers, we offer a full range of services, such as retaining walls, sod installation, automatic irrigation, artificial turf, and paver patios, backed by our written guarantee on every project. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured with LCB# 7419, and our track record across hundreds of completed projects in the region gives us a deep familiarity with the terrain, soils, and conditions specific to this part of Clackamas County.

Whether you’re in Clackamas proper or in a neighboring community, the Clackamas, Oregon landscaper you choose should know the area well enough to anticipate what your property needs before the first shovel goes in. Our crews serve clients throughout the area, including nearby Portland, Happy Valley, and Milwaukie. If you’re ready to talk through a project, call us at (503) 847-9110 or fill out the quote form on this page. We’ll get back to you fast with a written estimate at no charge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What areas of Clackamas do you serve?

We serve all of Clackamas, Oregon and the surrounding communities throughout Clackamas County. Our crews regularly work in Clackamas East, Clackamas Northeast, Clackamas Southwest, Clackamas West, and the Town Center area. If you’re not sure whether your address falls within our service area, give us a call. As a Clackamas, Oregon landscaper serving the full metro region, we can usually accommodate properties that fall just outside these boundaries as well.

Q: Do you work on steep or hilly Clackamas properties?

Yes. Hillside and sloped properties are some of our most common work in the Clackamas area. The terrain along the foothills and near the Clackamas River corridor frequently involves significant grade changes that require retaining walls, terracing, or re-grading before other landscaping work can begin. Our crews have the equipment and experience to work safely and effectively on challenging slopes, and we’ve completed hundreds of hillside projects throughout Clackamas County over the years.

Q: What type of sod grows best in Clackamas’s climate?

OSU Extension recommends perennial ryegrass and fine fescue blends for western Oregon lawns, and those varieties perform well in Clackamas given the region’s mild, wet winters and moderately dry summers. Perennial ryegrass establishes quickly and holds up under foot traffic, while fine fescue tolerates shade and lower-fertility soils, making blends of the two well suited to the range of conditions found across Clackamas properties. We source locally appropriate varieties and match the sod to the specific conditions on your property.

Q: Do you work on properties near the Clackamas River corridor?

Yes. Monaghan’s regularly works on properties throughout the Clackamas River corridor, including lots near the water where soil saturation, erosion, and flood-plain considerations affect the scope of landscaping work. Retaining walls on these properties require careful engineering to handle the seasonal moisture load, and grading work needs to account for drainage toward or away from the waterway. We assess river-adjacent sites carefully during the free estimate and confirm any county permit or setback requirements that apply before any work begins.

Q: What permits are required for retaining walls in Clackamas?

Permit requirements for retaining walls in Clackamas are administered by Clackamas County. Generally, walls over four feet in height (measured from the bottom of the footing) require a building permit, and walls on or near property lines may have additional setback requirements. Monaghan’s Landscaping is familiar with local permitting standards and can advise you on what’s required for your specific project during the estimate process.

Q: Do permit requirements differ for unincorporated Clackamas properties?

Yes, and it’s an important distinction. Clackamas is an unincorporated community, meaning permits are issued through Clackamas County Development Services rather than a city permit office. For retaining walls above four feet, grading work, or projects near waterways, the county review process applies. Monaghan’s is familiar with county permitting requirements throughout the Clackamas area and handles the permit process as part of every applicable project, including pulling permits and coordinating required inspections. We confirm what’s required for your specific lot during the free estimate before any work begins.

Q: Do you work on larger lot and semi-rural properties in Clackamas?

Yes. Clackamas has a wider range of lot sizes than most of the surrounding cities, from standard suburban parcels near Clackamas Town Center to larger semi-rural properties further from the urban core. Bigger lots bring different challenges: longer sprinkler system runs, larger retaining wall projects, more extensive grading requirements, and sod installations that require careful soil prep across more square footage. Monaghan’s crews are experienced across that full range and size the scope of every estimate to the actual property rather than applying a one-size approach.

Q: How do I get a free estimate for my Clackamas landscaping project?

The easiest ways to reach us are by phone at (503) 847-9110 or by filling out the quick quote form on this page. We’ll follow up promptly to schedule a free on-site visit and put together a written estimate. There’s no cost and no obligation, just a straightforward conversation about your project and what it would take to get it done right.

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Why Clackamas Homeowners Choose Monaghan’s Landscaping

Clackamas homeowners have plenty of options when it comes to hiring a local landscaping contractor. Here are a few things our customers tell us matter most when choosing a Clackamas, Oregon landscaper:

37+ Years Serving Clackamas: Thousands of completed projects across the Clackamas area have given us deep familiarity with this region’s terrain, soil, and drainage patterns.
285+ 4- & 5-Star Reviews on Google, Facebook & Yelp: Hundreds of Clackamas-area homeowners have shared their experience with Monaghan’s. Read what our customers are saying about their experience working with our crew.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured: Monaghan’s is a fully licensed Oregon landscaping contractor (LCB# 7419), bonded and insured on every job for your complete protection.
Free Written Estimates: No surprises, no pressure. Just a clear, itemized breakdown of what the work will cost.
Workmanship Warranty: We stand behind everything we install. If something isn’t right, we come back and fix it. We won’t leave until we’ve earned your 5-star review.
Eco-Friendly Equipment: Monaghan’s has transitioned to all-electric mowers, trimmers, and blowers. It’s quieter for your neighborhood and cleaner for the environment.
As Seen On ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX & The CW: Locally recognized and media-featured, Monaghan’s is one of the Clackamas area’s most trusted landscaping companies.