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Terrafirma With over 40 years of experience, TERRAFIRMA, Inc. has created, constructed, and maintained thousands of high-quality residential and commercial landscapes. Additional contract services now include basement waterproofing and drainage, as well as residential home remodeling. Our skills and technical expertise provide products of exceptional value and sustainability with a complete range of services available throughout Southeastern Michigan.

TERRAFIRMA provides full-service residential and commercial landscape design, installation and maintenance services.
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One of the premier landscape companies in Southeastern Michigan, TERRAFIRMA, Inc. is a design/build company focusing on high-quality residential and commercial landscaping, basement waterproofing and drainage, and home remodeling. We are unique in our industry by offering a complete range of services both inside and outside your home.
TERRAFIRMA believes that design and construction are integral components in providing beautiful and livable spaces. We continually stay on the cutting edge of the landscape, basement waterproofing and construction fields by incorporating innovative techniques and materials. Knowledge, experience and a sensitivity to fine detail assure the construction of high quality landscapes.
The outstanding experience and qualifications of our team makes all the difference. Our success in timely completion of thousands of projects since 1977 is directly attributable to our expert staff. Take a minute to look at the excellent credentials of our key players.
TERRAFIRMA has grown to be one of the largest landscape contracting companies in Michigan. We are always looking for qualified individuals to join our team of skilled professionals in our expanding full service design / build landscape contracting business. We seek energetic team members with the drive and desire to create and obtain goals.
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Marc Gerstein
Aug 23, 2021
Terrafirma did an excellent job figuring out how to deal best with our landscaping needs. The quality of materials was excellent. The craftmanship of the on-site workers was top quality. Everyone involved came up with useful solutions to whatever problems were encountered. Most highly recommended.
Marc Gerstein
Aug 19, 2021
Terrafirma did an excellent job figuring out how to deal best with our landscaping needs. The quality of materials was excellent. The craftmanship of the on-site workers was top quality. Everyone involved came up with useful solutions to whatever problems were encountered. Most highly recommended.
Tim K.
Jul 31, 2021
Terrafirma removed two large trees from my property. They disposed of the wood, and then graded and seeded the areas. Each worker was friendly, professional, and efficient. I recommend them highly! Service: Retaining walls
Kimberly Wolf
Jul 30, 2021
I had a deck resurfaced with composite decking and a privacy fence built around my hot tub. The father/son team did a wonderful job, were very professional and the deck is beautiful. Their attention to detail was amazing, and they showed up on time and cleaned up very well. I would heartily recommend this team for future projects.
L. M. B.
Jul 24, 2021
I'm so grateful to Terrafirma for building my backyard garden house. The workmanship is superb, inside and out. All the team members were very helpful, and provided great ideas in addition to great work to make the structure beautiful and functional.
David Dubin
Jul 03, 2021
I have used Terrafirma to design and landscape my front and back yards. I have also used them as general contractors They have done an excellent all aspects of their work including, but not limited to, their design process, communication and workmanship. I would highly recommend them. Service: Retaining walls
Gregory Napier
Jul 02, 2021
Needed a dedicated drain line for my sump. Terrafirma trenched and installed a line quickly. Problem solved!
Vanessa Vander Meulen
May 18, 2021
If you want to be made to feel like a complete idiot who's wasting someone's precious time, definitely contact Dave Silverman, president of Terrafirma. If you'd like to be treated with respect and collaborate with a landscape professional, gain valuable insights, and get inspired to transform your outdoor space, look elsewhere! Dave came to our. house to provide a quote for removing and replacing our old concrete patio.

I made the appointment with Dave by phone, and when he insisted that my husband be present for the in-person consultation, I brushed aside my concerns. But then, during the consultation, all of Dave's attention and questions were directed toward my husband, and every question.
Mouse Scarbrow
May 18, 2021
My 111 yr old water main decided to burst and flood my basement, and my water had to be shut off. The Utilities worker who responded recommended Terra Firma, and despite the short notice, they were able to replace my piping quickly and efficiently the next morning. They were nothing but friendly, and kept me informed as they worked. They helped keep my emergency situation less stressful than it could've been. I would recommend these guys to anyone. I'll be keeping them in mind for any future work I may need, hopefully under better circumstances next time!
Zuzana Tomas
Apr 19, 2021
Terrafirma did an incredible job on our patio. The crew worked fast, their workmanship was excellent. They responded to all of our questions and concerns efficiently and professionally. When a small oversight occurred, the company owner personally came to the site, came up with a solution (which may actually be an improvement of the original plan), had the crew come back the very next day to resolve the situation, and covered the costs. We interviewed several companies in the area and are so very grateful we went with Terrafirma!
Kevin Wolf
Mar 27, 2021
We had our deck resurfaced and screen around it replaced this year, and Mark and Rick did an excellent job! They were very professional and completed the job in the estimated time frame. Excellent workmanship and left everything cleaned up too. I would recommend them for anyone needing their deck redone!
A. Deben
Dec 16, 2020
Terrafirma was excellent to work with. They came up with a design and product recommendations in a timely manner, had fantastic communication throughout the entire project, were every responsive to our questions and comments, and we could not be happier with the final result. We will definitely be using them again for future projects!
James Ball
Jul 21, 2020
Dave quoted me a price to replace a rotten timber about 3 ft long. He based his quote on a picture and estimated it would take a half a day for two men and it would involve resetting two layers of bricks above and below the timber. The actual time spent on the job took only 15 minutes and the bricks did not require resetting. I called a requested a refund of a portion of the job. He was not willing to do so. I would not recommend Terrafirma for any repair work on your patio. They simply charge too much for the amount of work involved.
Erin Ellman
Jul 18, 2020
Eric and his team at Terrafirma helped us transform the walkway and landscaping in front of our new home. As first time home owners, we appreciated Eric's guidance and transparency about cost. The team worked efficiently and overall, the process went smoothly from start to finish. We look forward to working with them on future projects and would strongly recommend Terrafirma for your landscaping needs.
Jim Mays
Jun 08, 2019
Almost 12 years ago Terrafirma did my initial landscaping and installed a sprinkler system. They were professional, courteous, and very knowledgeable. I can recommend them without reservation.
Christine Wylie
Apr 29, 2018
Most people do not stay in their homes for 19 years to see the results of the landscape planning and installation from Terrafirma. I had landscaping and sprinkler installation 19 years ago and you will see now from the attachments that a tree that they planted is far too large to be close to my home. I called Dave Silverman, the president, on June 5th to see if they would be willing to stand behind their work and remove it.

He said he would swing by my house and take a look. I didn't hear anything. I called again and they said they needed receipts etc. I found them all and sent them. I called again on June 13th and was made to feel that this was my fault for not realizing that they were planting too close to my house and that I would have a problem 19 years later. I am neither a landscape architect nor a horticulturalist that is why I hired them and paid good money for what I thought was a reputable company.

I assumed when hiring Terrafirma that landscape professionals are trained in proper plant selection and understand factors including; anticipating the plant's growth. On one of the faxes I see where I am questioning the height (that is attached to this review too) and remember I was told that they know what they are doing and would make sure that all trees, shrubs/landscaping is appropriate. Yes, that is what I thought I paid for? Dave did come out to my house and what he thinks is fair is that I pay $450. their cost to have it removed for their mistake.

He said I should have known in a year or two that they planted too close to my house. My fault for not doing the research that they were suppose to have done. The two stars are for the parts of my landscape that were done correctly and their receptionist Rebecca.
Michael Galea
Jun 22, 2017
We've worked with numerous landscaping companies in the past. Terrafirma is the best. Their work exceed our expectations.
Carolyn McMullen McFarlane
Apr 27, 2017
We had a fantastic experience with Terrafirma! Not only do they do quality work, but they are extremely trustworthy and timely. They arrive when planned and work through poor weather to get the job done. Ryan was so helpful with picking products and design for our deck and surrounding areas. Highly recommend!
Kelly Stone
Apr 12, 2016
Wonderful company to work with! Took my design requests and created my dream outdoor space. They ensured the project was done right.
Doreen Makara
Apr 17, 2015
If anyone is interested in having work done by Terrafirma Landscaping they might like to get my reference to attest to the kind of work that they do, as well as how constructive - not to be confused with misleading or deceptive - contracts they they can write. I am amazed to see how the pavers at my home continue to self destruct.