Outdoor Living Designed for Smyrna
Smyrna sits at the crossroads of northern Kent County and southern New Castle County, giving it a character all its own. The town blends a walkable historic downtown centered on Commerce Street with rapidly expanding residential neighborhoods pushing outward along Route 13 and toward the Smyrna River corridor. Duck Creek winds through the heart of town, and the proximity to Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge gives the surrounding area a sense of open space rarely found this close to Delaware's major population centers.
Evergreen Hardscaping has been serving Smyrna homeowners for over two decades. The town's mix of 19th-century Victorian homes, mid-century ranches, and modern-build subdivisions means every project we take on here is different. Whether we are restoring the brick walkway and stone steps of a home on Main Street or building a brand-new pool and patio in one of the developments off Route 300, we design outdoor spaces that respect the context of the property and the character of the community.
Why Smyrna Properties Need Expert Hardscaping
Historic Downtown & Established Neighborhoods
Smyrna's historic core along Commerce, Main, and Mount Vernon Streets features a collection of Federal, Victorian, and Colonial Revival homes dating to the 1800s. These properties often come with narrow side yards, existing brick or flagstone elements, and mature trees with extensive root systems. Any new hardscaping must navigate these constraints while respecting the town's historic aesthetic. Our team has extensive experience matching new stonework to existing period masonry, designing compact patio spaces that maximize utility without overwhelming smaller lots, and working carefully around heritage plantings.
In the established neighborhoods immediately surrounding downtown, many homeowners are investing in their outdoor spaces for the first time in decades. We frequently replace crumbling concrete patios with EP Henry paver systems, add fire pits to rear gardens, and build new walkways that tie the front and back of the property together into a cohesive landscape. The result is outdoor living that feels like it has always been part of the home.
Coastal Plain Soils & Water Table Considerations
Smyrna is firmly in Delaware's Coastal Plain, where the geology shifts from the clay-heavy Piedmont soils found farther north to sandy, loamy ground with a higher water table. Duck Creek and the Smyrna River create additional drainage considerations for properties along their floodplains. For pool construction in particular, a thorough understanding of the local water table is essential to avoid hydrostatic pressure issues that can lift pool shells or saturate paver bases.
Evergreen's site evaluation process accounts for these conditions on every Smyrna project. We assess drainage patterns, test soil permeability, and design base systems that account for the higher moisture content typical of Kent County properties. For patio installations, we often specify deeper base layers with more aggregate to compensate for the looser native soils, ensuring the finished surface stays level and stable through Delaware's wet seasons and freeze-thaw cycles.
Smyrna Communities We Work In
Downtown Smyrna & Duck Creek
The historic downtown area along Commerce Street and the neighborhoods bordering Duck Creek offer some of Smyrna's most character-rich properties. Older homes with deep lots provide room for custom hardscaped gardens, natural stone seating walls, and intimate patio spaces. We design outdoor environments here that complement the existing architecture while adding modern functionality, from built-in lighting to gas-fueled fire features that extend the season well into autumn.
Sunnyside & Route 13 Corridor
The newer residential developments along the Route 13 corridor have brought hundreds of families to Smyrna in recent years. Subdivisions like Sunnyside Farms, Smyrna Landing, and Village of Smyrna feature modern construction with standard builder-grade outdoor spaces. Our most common projects here are patio expansions, pool installations, and outdoor kitchen builds that transform these new-construction backyards into true outdoor living areas suited for year-round entertaining.
Woodland Beach & Bombay Hook Area
East of town, the landscape opens up toward the Delaware Bay marshlands and Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Properties in this area tend to be larger, with acreage and country-style settings. These lots are ideal for expansive projects: large freeform pools with natural stone surrounds, outdoor kitchens with covered pavilions, long paver driveways, and multi-zone entertainment areas. The open sky and natural backdrop make these some of our most rewarding projects to design and build.
What We Build in Smyrna
Every service we offer is available to Smyrna homeowners and commercial properties, backed by 30+ years of experience and a commitment to quality.
Hardscaping
Patios, walkways, driveways, and retaining walls in natural stone and pavers.
Pool Construction
In-ground fiberglass, vinyl liner, and concrete pool installation.
Outdoor Kitchens
Built-in grills, countertops, bars, and complete cooking environments.
Fire Features
Fireplaces, fire pits, fire tables, and fire bowls in gas or wood burning.
Landscape Lighting
Low-voltage LED design highlighting architecture, pools, and gardens.
Masonry
Brick and stone walls, columns, steps, veneers, and chimney work.
The Smyrna Advantage
Smyrna is experiencing a period of significant growth. New families are moving in from Wilmington and Dover, drawn by the town's combination of affordability, strong schools, and small-town charm. As property values rise, homeowners are investing in outdoor improvements that make their homes more livable and more valuable. A well-designed pool, patio, or outdoor kitchen does not just enhance your lifestyle — it positions your home at the top of the market in a community where buyer demand continues to grow.
Evergreen Hardscaping is one of the few contractors in northern Kent County with the credentials, crew depth, and equipment to handle projects of any scale. As a three-time EP Henry Contractor of the Year, ICPI Certified, and NCMA Accredited, we bring the same caliber of work to Smyrna that we deliver to the most prestigious addresses in the Brandywine Valley. Our 9-step process ensures no detail is overlooked, from initial site evaluation through your final walkthrough.
Located in Newark, we are approximately 30 minutes north of Smyrna on Route 13. Our crews work in the area regularly and there is no travel premium for Smyrna projects. You get Scott Berry, the same experienced team, and the same commitment to quality that has defined Evergreen for over three decades.
- EP Henry Contractor of the Year (2011, 2012, 2013)
- ICPI Certified and NCMA Accredited
- Licensed and insured in Delaware
- 3D design renderings before construction
- Financing available through HFS Financial
What Smyrna Area Clients Say
"After getting quotes from several contractors, we went with Evergreen and it was the best decision. They did our entire backyard — pool, patio, outdoor kitchen, and landscaping. A true one-stop shop."
"Scott and his team transformed our backyard into something out of a magazine. The retaining walls, fire pit, and paver patio all came together beautifully. Professional from day one."
Transform Your Smyrna Property
From historic downtown homes to the newest subdivisions off Route 13, Evergreen Hardscaping brings 30+ years of expertise to every Smyrna project. Schedule your free on-site consultation today.