About Us

The owners, Shawn E. Simon and Gerard "Jay" Barajas, are both landscape professionals with over 25 years of combined lawn & landscaping experience in the Houston area. We are a family owned and operated company. We began our business in 1995 just mowing lawns. Over the years we have expanded our services to accommodate our clients. We have educated ourselves in numerous areas of the lawn & landscape industry. We now provide a wide range of residential and commercial lawn & landscape management programs. Our main vision has never changed, we are committed to our client's 100% satisfaction and to insure that our clients receive the highest level of service at all times. We are a proud member of the Texas Nursery & Landscape Association.

The Landscape Update Co. can help you achieve your landscaping objectives, whatever they may be, professionally, timely, and fairly priced. We will work with you to create and maintain a pleasing, properly functioning lawn & landscape. From installation to maintenance you will receive the finest workmanship and landscape materials. We pride ourselves in our knowledge, work ethic and personal service. We have established a high level of standards with our clientele; this is why so many of them refer us to their family, friends and neighbors with confidence. Nearly 70% of our new clients are through referrals. Please Contact Us today!

Please Note: Our business keeps us out of the office most of the day, so please leave us a detailed message, we do check our voice mail and email regularly throughout the day.

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS:

 "I felt much a part of the project, which was important to me. It was a pleasure having your company at my home. You worked with me in a well planned manner. It was also a pleasure to interact with your crew." ~ A. Killburn

"We were very happy with the outcome of this project. From the first meeting down to the end result, we felt informed and very comfortable with how the project progressed."
~ J.J. Livingston

"Fabulous - your quick response and willingness to meet with us soon after our initial call was impressive and on a Sunday. We would highly recommend your company." ~ M. Hayes

"It was a pleasure working with you and Jay. We were blessed because of the great job you did, as well as having a nice crew." ~ S. Smith-Landry & Family

"We were very happy with the project prepared for our property. You are very pleasant and courteous individuals and always made sure to inform us of any changes in scheduling. We would certainly use your services again, as well as recommend them to others." ~ J. Sanchez

"You guys were great to work with and I felt like you were willing to work with me and answer all my questions. I'm sure we will be seeing you in the future." ~ J. Roger, Jr.

"I am very impressed with you and your staff. Everything went like clock work unlike "other" contractors. I will use your company again and refer to all my neighbors. God Bless!". ~ Mr. & Mrs. Faulkner

"Our customers are always complimenting on our beautiful property and flowers" THANKS GUYS. ~ Dr. Davis