The Backyard Your Home Has Been Waiting For
We handle everything from the first visit to the final walkthrough. Decks, fences, full backyard renovations — built by Alberto and Elmer, personally, on every project.
Sound familiar?
You've been putting this off for a reason.
You've had the idea for months. Maybe years. A deck where the family can actually sit outside. A fence that doesn't lean. A backyard that doesn't look like a project you abandoned. But every contractor you've called either never showed up, gave you a vague number over the phone, or disappeared after the deposit.
That's the San Francisco contractor problem. Not enough good ones, too many who treat your home like a number on a spreadsheet. Alberto started Golden & Co Landscapes because he was tired of watching homeowners get burned. He came up through fine arts — he cares about how things look, not just whether they stand up.
Every project gets Alberto or Elmer on-site, every day. You get a written quote within 48 hours of your free visit. And when the job is done, you get a walkthrough — not a text saying "we're finished."
What We Build
Three things we do exceptionally well
Full Backyard Renovation
From bare concrete to a complete outdoor living space. We handle patios, retaining walls, lighting, irrigation, and planting — all under one contract, start to finish.
- Patios & outdoor living areas
- Retaining walls
- Irrigation & drainage
- Landscape lighting
- Custom planting plans
Decks & Fences
Redwood and cedar fences built to last in SF's fog and salt air. Wood and composite decks that look great and hold up. Gates, pergolas, and privacy screens too.
- Redwood & cedar fences
- Wood & composite decks
- Custom gates
- Pergolas & shade structures
- Privacy screens
Landscape Design & Planting
Custom plant plans built for SF's climate. Drought-tolerant California natives, artificial turf, fresh lawn installation, and Japanese-inspired garden designs.
- Drought-tolerant plant design
- Lawn & turf installation
- Artificial turf
- Japanese garden design
- Raised planter boxes
Simple Process
How it works
Free site visit
Alberto or Elmer comes to your property, walks through your space, listens to what you want, and takes measurements. No charge, no commitment.
Same week, usuallyWritten quote in 48 hours
You get a detailed written quote with a clear scope of work, materials, and timeline. No vague estimates, no surprises when the invoice arrives.
No pressureWe build it
Alberto and Elmer are on-site every day. When the job is done, you get a full walkthrough to make sure everything is exactly right.
Alberto & Elmer, personally
5.0 on Google
10 verified reviews
About Golden & Co
A family business built on showing up
Alberto Ramirez started doing yard work on the side for a friend. That turned into a full landscaping operation, and eventually into Golden & Co Landscapes — a company that focuses almost entirely on renovation work. Alberto studied Fine Arts at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, which shows in the way he approaches every design.
Co-founder Elmer Mejia brings the construction expertise. Together, they're on-site for every project — not managing from an office, not sending a crew you've never met. When you hire Golden & Co, you get the people who built the company.
Why Golden & Co
Not all landscapers are the same
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Where We Work
Serving San Francisco and beyond
San Francisco
- Noe Valley
- Pacific Heights
- The Castro
- Mission District
- Sunset
- Richmond
- Bernal Heights
- Glen Park
Marin County
- Sausalito
- Mill Valley
- San Rafael
- Tiburon
- Corte Madera
- Novato
East Bay
- Oakland
- Berkeley
- Alameda
- Emeryville
- El Cerrito
- Albany
Peninsula
- Daly City
- South San Francisco
- San Mateo
- Burlingame
- Millbrae
- Redwood City
What Clients Say
5.0 stars on Google
10 verified Google reviews
"I received a prompt reply, and Alberto came out to look at our project the following week. He also came up with some great ideas on improving our space, including plant choices that would thrive in our yard. Our yard is hard to get to, up a few flights of stairs, and they had to go through our home to get to the yard. The team did an excellent job of not disturbing neighbors and cleaning up during and after the project. Alberto and the team delivered outstanding results on time and within our budget. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Golden & Co Landscapes for your next project."
Christina Soriano
San Francisco · 3 years ago
"I originally called Alberto to provide an estimate for a sprinkler repair job. He made time in his schedule to come out to my home that very same day, where he quickly diagnosed the original problem and also recommended several improvements that would save water. He and his crew did an excellent job and completed the work in a day. Great service for the money in terms of quality, speed, and expertise."
Charlie S.
San Francisco · January 2025
"Alberto, Elmer and their team removed all the dead hedges and weeds, transforming our front yard into a beautiful oasis in just two days! They have great insight into what I needed, are professional, and work rapidly and efficiently."
Eden Bautista
San Francisco · 1 year ago
Our Work
Real projects, real results
Every photo in this gallery is from an actual project completed by Alberto and Elmer across San Francisco and the Bay Area.
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions
Get in Touch
Let's talk about your backyard
Fill out the form and Alberto or Elmer will reach out within one business day to schedule your free site visit. Or call us directly — we pick up.
Phone
(415) 368-6758
Location
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Se habla español · Bilingual team
Ready to finally do something with that backyard?
Free site visit. Written quote in 48 hours. Alberto and Elmer on-site, every day.
Se habla español · Licensed & Insured · SF Based Since 2020