Reviews of Blue Bear Landscape Construction (Gardener)

Lennox Masonry

If you're reading this, I am pressed to assume that you're more than likely doing your research in an attempt to find a knowledgeable and dependable contractor for your next project. Let me be the first to tell you that you needn't look any further. Mike is an innovative, efficient, honest, and reliable tradesman. He gives each aspect of the job his all. Mike is the only contractor that I turn to when I am in need of a second pair of hands. You will not regret hiring him.

Jackson Leidenfrost

Mike has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to landscaping and a great eye for design. With the ability to take on design and construction, he is able to offer a unique service and inspiring product. I've worked with him on multiple projects in Vancouver and Victoria and am always impressed with his work and easy going personality.

tyler cust

Did an amazing job for us! Super friendly, fast and reliable services. Mike has a high attention to detail and quality workmanship. Thanks.

Daniel Peak

I would recommend Blue Bear to anyone that is thinking about getting some landscaping work done. Mike gave us a quote on time and even showed us an example of his previous work. It was a pleasure dealing with Mike, as he arrived every day at the time he said he would and gave us daily updates. It was nice to deal with a professional that took pride in his work, I admired his attention to detail and the end product was amazing.

Jill Nunns

Was introduced to Mike through a personal contact undertaking a redevelopment of an overgrown estate property. Brought Mike in and he was readily able to recognize the potential underneath the overgrowth. Agreed on a staged plan, letting ideas grow organically. Highly reccomend.

Rob Akimow

Mike was very professional and attentive from the initial response to our inquiry. All of his follow up was faster than he promised, he kept us up to date on any timelines that changed proactively and he was a complete pleasure to work with. The design that he created for us fits perfectly on our terrance and was beautifully constructed, complete with irrigation systems that he organized on our behalf. Ultimately if you are looking for a creative, efficient, professional landscaper that does beautiful work, Mike and Blue Bear Landscaping is your solution.

Andy White

I've had the pleasure of working with Mike at Blue Bear & photographing his finished projects. It is clear that he is someone who cares highly about his finished product in every aspect. One thing that always stands out to me is his craftsmanship: All of his pieces line up with precision and thought was put into the design & placement of each element. To top it off, Mike is personable, kind and always greets me with a smile. Stunning work and I would highly recommend him!

Suzanne Nicol

It was amazing to see Mike’s craftsmanship change an unused side of our house into a beautiful new set of stairs and walkway into our backyard. Mike’s ability and vision to blend an old rock wall with new blocks was amazing. Mike worked extremely hard and wasted no time to complete the project. We are looking around our yard to see what else we can do! Thanks Mike.

Gina Alpen

We had a fantastic experience with a custom coffee table from Blue Bear. The workmanship is excellent and exceeded our expectations. We love our new table! They are very talented and professional.

Glen Parker

We’re very pleased with the landscaping project that Mike did for us. The retaining wall and fence look great. We were away for part of the time he was working and he sent email updates with photos to keep us informed. He also communicated very well with the neighbor and kept the worksite clean and tidy at the end of each day. He demonstrated creativity and came up with some elegant solutions for tricky transitions. Mike works hard and does high quality work at a fair price.

kelsey colquhoun

Mike from Blue Bear created a custom play area in our backyard. He went above and beyond and exceeded our expectations. Great product, great service and would highly recommend him to anyone.

Chris Rankin

I had the pleasure of working with Mike on some of his projects. Mike is incredibly knowledgeable, skilled and passionate about his work. Since then he has provided me with numerous planting tips and advice for my own space. Without a doubt you can put your trust in Mike to transform your space into something absolutely beautiful. Highly recommended!

Jocelyn Leaker

Beautiful work, Mike and his team were great to deal with, timely and impressive workmanship. We are very pleased with our new exterior stairway. We will use Blue Bear again for sure.

Michael Coburn

Mike and his team did an amazing job in totally re-doing our back yard. Our yard had always been problematic due to its exposure to the sun and other factors. Mike put together a plan that was practical, creative and visually outstanding. We're absolutely thrilled with the outcome. Mike was excellent to deal with as well. He was transparent at all times, kept us up-to-date and worked diligently to complete the job in a timely fashion. We've worked with a lot of contractors over the years and while our experiences have generally been positive, Mike still stood out for his professionalism. If we could give more than 5 stars we would.

Joan Robinson

We highly recommend Blue Bear for any landscaping project. Mike is not only a highly skilled craftsman with a good eye for design but he is flexible and personable. His work ethic is without question and we appreciated he gave our project his full attention through completion. Thanks Mike (& Taylor) for a great job! Joan and Wayne.

Kevin Emms

Mike created a wonderful coffee table out of a piece of reclaimed wood for us that now is the centerpiece to our living room. The workmanship and creativity are first rate and we love it.

Rene White

Recently Mike designed and installed new trellis’s in my front yard. We worked together from his original design and came up with exactly what I had envisioned. It was so nice to work with someone who really listened and suggested changes based on his experience. The outcome exceeded my expectations. Mike diligently worked within my budget and kept me informed every step of the way, always offering me choices and solutions. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend Blue Bear Landscape Construction, for a wide variety of your landscape and construction needs. Rene White

Gina Mueller

Blue Bear Landscape Construction (Mike Koch) has transformed a problem spot in our garden into a fascinating meditation garden with a contemporary water feature and a careful selection of plants, rocks, and driftwood. This job included the construction of a small rock wall and the installation of feature lights. There is always something blooming yet at the same time it is low maintenance. We are often observing different birds and squirrels that visit the water fountain or the flowers. Mike was pleasant to have around. He is a hardworking fellow who completed the job on time and on budget. We appreciated his design skills to create such an enjoyable tranquil spot. Mike's work does not only look good on the surface, he knows how to build solidly underneath to make things last. We are planning to hire Mike again to re-design our front yard and entrance area. I recommend Mike's work to my friends and family.

Steve Nicol

Michael created a beautiful useful space, from nothing. He has a unique vision with a refreshingly high level of communication. We were out of town after Michael started our project and he continued to give us updates over the completion of his work. His work shows the care in which he does his business. I would highly recommend him for any inspiration you need around your property, big or small. Blue Bear Landscaping is a great find on the North Shore!

Mckenzie Nicol

So glad to have hired Blue Bear Landscape. Mike made our experience completely seem less. Our project was done promptly, and with great care. If we ever have any future landscape plans, we will definitely be using Blue Bear again.

Barb Hufsmith

After years of deliberating, it was time to transform a weary front yard into a functional, appealing and relaxing area. The name Mike Koch, owner of Blue Bear Land Scape Construction, came up in conversation as someone to highly consider. We reviewed his website, which is creative, informative, well organized and kept current. After reading favorable testimonial after testimonial, we reached out to Mike. Upon meeting Mike, discussing our project and reviewing his designs, we were confident that Mike would be able to create that balanced space we were looking for...and he did! Mike communicated with us daily regarding all phases of the project and he and Nick were always mindful of the many children that live in our neighbourhood. His ability to listen, and understand our questions and ideas allowed him to create and present us with a vison that reflected our thoughts and the best use of our space. Mike’s philosophy is that by working together the best final product will be achieved. The space that he created is remarkable. A space that we are proud of and will be enjoyed year after year. It was truly a pleasure to work with Mike, and we will not hesitate to reach out to him again.

Laurel Parsons

After years of living with a dirt front path after its bricks came apart, we hired Blue Bear to design a front path and garden that we would no longer be ashamed of, and we could not be more delighted with the results. Mike Koch was terrific to work with from start to finish. We didn't have terribly clear ideas about what we wanted, but he listened carefully to our criteria, consulted us at every step of the way, and created a beautiful low-maintenance design that we absolutely love. We now have a solid and attractive stone front path and steps, bordered by a lovely garden incorporating feature rocks and lighting, flowering plants and bushes, some interesting smaller plants we'd never heard of, and even some rosemary and thyme here and there which had never occurred to us but we're so glad to have now. Mike finished everything on time, not even letting the big January snow stop him and his crew, and the final cost was well within our budget. If we ever need any more work done on our property, Mike will be our first and only choice! Thanks, Mike!