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van Buuren Landscaping
Awards & recognition
1 independent award
Trust Score
34out of 100
- Rated 4.9 from 10 reviews
How this score is worked out
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volumeLow · 10
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say26 of 64.3
Independent checks7.1 of 21.4
Track record1.3 of 14.3
See the independent checks
- Ways to reach them4.8 of 4.8
- Photos of their work0 of 11.9
- Industry recognition2.4 of 4.8
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Independent recognition
Awards & recognition
These are independent third-party awards: recognition earned from review communities and trade bodies, never paid placement.
Source-listed gallery
1 photoPhotos listed on Houzz
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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4.9out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Houzz10 reviews · 4.9 avg
Local context
Rated 4.9, in line with the local average for landscapers in Ottawa
Across 55 landscapers in Ottawa, the typical rating is 4.8 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
1 named public sourceWhere this information comes from
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Review sources
Public evidence last checked May 2026
About
As the owner and operator of van Buuren Landscaping, I take great pride in all of the gardens I have had the pleasure of working in over the years. I launched my business in 1994 after more than a decade at retail outlets such as Peter Knippel Nursery and Plant World Ltd. (Toronto). This practical experience, along with a diploma in Landscape Technology from Humber College, paved the way to my current success. Over the years, I have continued to learn about all aspects of the business: from new plant materials and techniques, to partnering with specialty firms to meet the needs of my clients. I believe that every project is unique. Good design must consider not only soil type and exposure, but also the client's personality and lifestyle. I provide a full range of services: from simple clean-ups and design assistance to complete renovation projects. Gardening is a passion of mine that I love to share. Thank you for visiting my website. I hope to hear from you soon.
Services they list
Drought Tolerant LandscapingGarden DesignLandscape MaintenancePlantingTree PlantingGarden Consultation
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What this business says about itself
From their own website
What this business says about itself
- Established: 1994 (32 years in business)
- Areas served: Ottawa
These are statements the business makes on its own website, worth confirming in writing (and on the official registers) before you hire, not independently verified by us.
Independent checks
About this business
How long they've really been tradingThey state they've been established since 1994, but the earliest independent source we can find is 2022. Worth asking them about the gap.
They say, established1994Award-winning since2022
Your own checks
What to check before you hire
Worth checking yourself
Only a few public reviews are shown. Ask for recent references you can contact.
Their public evidence comes from a single source. Look them up on another site before deciding.
No credentials are shown here and the business has not claimed this profile. Ask to see certificates and insurance directly.
Get an itemized quote that separates plants and materials, any machinery or skip hire, and labour. A vague 'garden makeover' lump sum hides where the money goes and makes extra charges easy to add later.
Be wary of paying a large sum up front 'for materials'. Agree staged payments against work you can see completed, especially for hard landscaping like patios, decking, paving or driveways.
Tree work and anything near a boundary can be regulated. Protected trees and conservation areas often need permission, and removing a protected tree can be an offence. Confirm what is allowed, and that they carry public-liability insurance, before work starts.
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Common questions about van Buuren Landscaping
Is van Buuren Landscaping a legitimate business?
van Buuren Landscaping has 10 independent public reviews, rated 4.9 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about van Buuren Landscaping?
van Buuren Landscaping has 10 public reviews, averaging 4.9 out of 5. The reviews section shows the aggregate rating, review volume, and review source information we hold.
How do I know van Buuren Landscaping's reviews are genuine?
van Buuren Landscaping's 10 public reviews come from a named public review source. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show the review source information and aggregate rating we hold rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Has van Buuren Landscaping won any awards?
van Buuren Landscaping holds 1 independent award, including Best of Houzz winner (2022). These are third-party awards: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.
What does van Buuren Landscaping specialise in?
van Buuren Landscaping lists specialist services including Drought Tolerant Landscaping, Garden Design, Landscape Maintenance, Planting, Tree Planting, Garden Consultation. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
What areas does van Buuren Landscaping cover?
They state on their own website that they cover Ottawa. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Confirm they cover your postcode before booking.
How long has van Buuren Landscaping been trading?
They state on their own website that the business was established in 1994 (32 years in business). This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked.
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