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Outdoor Living & Landscape Design in Glen Ellyn, IL | G Construction & Landscape
Glen Ellyn homes often sit on beautiful, mature lots that deserve equally beautiful outdoor spaces. G Construction & Landscape designs and builds custom patios, walkways, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens that blend with Glen Ellyn’s character while solving real-world issues like slope, shade, and drainage. We use high-quality pavers and stone to create durable surfaces that look good in every season, and we’re careful to work around existing trees, roots, and site constraints. Whether you’re looking for a cozy lower-level patio, a raised terrace, or a complete backyard transformation, we handle design through construction with clear communication at every step.
About G Construction & Landscape
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G Construction & Landscape is a family-owned, quality-driven landscape and hardscape company proudly based in Aurora and Plainfield, Illinois. While those are our roots, much of our work takes place throughout Downers Grove, Naperville, Hinsdale, Batavia, and the surrounding Chicago suburbs, where homeowners value craftsmanship, professionalism, and long-term results.
We specialize in luxury paver patios, outdoor living spaces, landscape design, drainage solutions, and complete exterior transformations—all built with intention, precision, and respect for your home.
Jonathan Garcia
What Sets Us Apart
We’re a small, quality-first team. That means your project gets real attention—from the design details to the foundation work you’ll never see (but will absolutely feel over time).
We build by proven standards and manufacturer guidelines, with a heavy focus on proper base preparation, grading, and drainage—because long-term results are earned before the first paver is ever laid. You’ll also notice the difference in how we run projects: clear communication, clean job sites, and a customer-first approach that makes the process smooth from start to finish.
Paver Patio Installation in Glen Ellyn, IL (Luxury Design + Built to Stay Level in Freeze/Thaw)
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If you’re searching “paver patio installation Glen Ellyn IL” or “brick paver patio near me,” you want a patio that looks high-end and doesn’t shift after winter. We design and build custom paver patios in Glen Ellyn with clean layout lines, upgraded borders, and a properly built base system that resists settling. We also plan pitch and water flow from day one—because in Glen Ellyn, poor drainage is one of the fastest ways to end up with low spots, puddles, and movement over time. For local code planning, the Village lists paving work (including patios) over 100 square feet as work that requires a building permit.
Yard Drainage & Stormwater Solutions in Glen Ellyn, IL (French Drains, Catch Basins, Dry Wells, and Grading Fixes)
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“Yard drainage Glen Ellyn” searches usually come from the same pain points: soggy lawns, water pooling near the foundation, and downspouts dumping water into low areas. Our drainage approach starts with diagnosing how water moves across your property (and where it’s getting trapped), then building the right fix—grading corrections, downspout routing, catch basins for surface collection, French drains for saturated zones, and dry wells/infiltration where appropriate. Glen Ellyn is very specific about drainage planning: the Village notes that projects disturbing 300 square feet or more require a drainage or grading plan for permit. Glen Ellyn Their drainage plan guidelines also spell out what must be shown (flow direction, downspouts, sump discharge, underground piping) and even how infiltration storage may need to be sized for net new impervious area.
Permeable Pavers in Glen Ellyn, IL (A Premium Option for Drainage-Heavy Properties)
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If you’re searching “permeable pavers Glen Ellyn,” you’re probably trying to reduce puddling and improve stormwater performance without sacrificing curb appeal. Permeable pavers are designed to move water through the joints into a stone reservoir below—helping manage runoff in the right conditions. In Glen Ellyn, permeable solutions also pair well with local stormwater expectations because the Village ties many exterior projects to stormwater review when ground disturbance increases. Glen Ellyn+1 We evaluate slope, soil behavior, and overflow routing first, then design the system so it performs long-term (not just right after install).
Paver Driveways & Driveway Aprons in Glen Ellyn, IL (Heavy-Duty Base + Right-of-Way Awareness)
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Homeowners searching “paver driveway Glen Ellyn IL” want two things: a custom look and a driveway that can handle vehicle loads. We build paver driveways and driveway aprons with a thicker, traffic-rated base, strong edge restraint, and compaction that keeps lines tight year after year. Glen Ellyn permitting is also a big deal for driveway work—its permit portal describes a driveway permit as intended for replacing, widening/modifying the driveway, and replacing/widening/modifying the apron. Glen Ellyn Permitting & Licensing And the Village’s “work that requires a building permit” list explicitly calls out work in the street/sidewalk/parkway right-of-way.
Paver Walkways & Front Entry Upgrades in Glen Ellyn, IL (Curb Appeal + Safer Access)
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If you’re searching “paver walkway Glen Ellyn IL” or “front walkway pavers near me,” you likely want to replace cracked concrete and make your entry feel more custom. We install walkways and front entry hardscapes that are properly pitched for drainage, sized for comfortable traffic, and finished with clean borders and transitions that fit the architecture of Glen Ellyn homes. This is one of the highest-impact exterior upgrades because it improves daily function and instantly elevates curb appeal—especially when paired with step/landing upgrades and lighting-ready planning.
Retaining Walls, Garden Walls & Outdoor Steps in Glen Ellyn, IL (Structure for Slopes + Clean Architectural Lines)
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Searching “retaining wall contractor Glen Ellyn IL” often means you need structure: stabilizing a slope, stopping erosion, or creating level space for a patio and planting beds. We build retaining and garden walls with proper base prep and drainage planning so they stay stable through wet seasons and freeze/thaw. Glen Ellyn’s permit guidance also treats retaining walls, grade changes, and stormwater-related work as items that can trigger permit review—so we plan walls as part of the overall drainage system, not as a standalone feature.
Glen Ellyn, IL Hardscaping & Drainage FAQ
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Q: Do I need a permit for a paver patio, driveway, or walkway in Glen Ellyn?
A: Often, yes. The Village lists paving work (walks, patios, driveways, and similar impervious surfaces) over 100 square feet as work that requires a building permit. Glen Ellyn
Q: When is a drainage or grading plan required in Glen Ellyn?
A: The Village states that projects disturbing 300 square feet or more require a drainage or grading plan for permit. Glen Ellyn The drainage plan guidelines also clarify that disturbed area can include impervious surfaces, landscaping, retaining walls, or changes of grade. Glen Ellyn
Q: Can my sump pump or downspouts discharge to the street or parkway?
A: Glen Ellyn says directed discharge of sump pumps, gutters, or similar drainage devices into the public right-of-way is prohibited. Glen Ellyn Village drainage codes also prohibit discharging water in a concentrated manner onto/over a public sidewalk or street. Glen Ellyn
Q: What are common drainage solutions Glen Ellyn recommends/approves?
A: The Village notes solutions may involve changing the discharge location, installing dry wells, or direct connection to the Village storm sewer system (among other possibilities), depending on the situation. Glen Ellyn
Q: What’s the “right” way to move roof water away from the foundation?
A: Glen Ellyn’s drainage codes reference roof drainage collection (gutters/downspouts) and directing discharge away from foundation walls (or to an approved drainage system), plus general grading requirements to drain away from foundations. Glen Ellyn
Q: Are permeable pavers worth it in Glen Ellyn?
A: If puddling/runoff is a recurring issue, permeable pavers can be a strong option—especially when designed with proper base storage and a plan for overflow. They also fit naturally with Glen Ellyn’s stormwater review focus when projects add or change impervious area and drainage patterns. Glen Ellyn+1
Q: Can you install pavers over existing concrete?
A: Sometimes—only if the slab is stable (no heaving), properly pitched for drainage, and not failing. If drainage is already a problem, removal and a rebuilt base is often the better long-term fix.
Q: Why do some patios/driveways sink or shift over time?
A: The usual causes are underbuilt base depth, poor compaction, weak edge restraint, and unmanaged water saturating the base. In Glen Ellyn, getting drainage right is especially important because stormwater/grade impacts are part of permit review for many exterior projects.
