Get to Know Us
Our Story
Established in 1986 and incorporated in February 1987, Yard Smart, Inc. delivers professional landscape design, installation, maintenance, lawn care, and snow and ice management services throughout Cleveland and the western suburbs. With decades of industry experience, the company has built a strong reputation for reliability, horticultural expertise, and attention to detail.
Yard Smart is committed to providing exceptional service at every stage of a project—from the initial consultation to ongoing property care and seasonal services. Each member of the team is highly trained and dedicated to exceeding client expectations, ensuring that every landscape is both beautiful and functional year-round. By combining horticultural expertise, advanced technology, and responsive customer support, Yard Smart offers a seamless experience designed to make property care effortless for homeowners, business owners, and communities alike. Their proactive communication, dependable scheduling, and consistent quality have made them a trusted partner throughout the local community.
As Yard Smart looks ahead, it also takes a moment to honor its founder, Bruce Stone, whose 40 years of dedication have shaped the company’s culture and reputation. Through his leadership, hard work, and unwavering commitment to quality, Bruce established the high standards that continue to define the organization today. His passion for the industry and genuine care for clients set the tone for a service-first philosophy that remains at the heart of the company.
With Bruce set to retire on April 1, 2026, Yard Smart celebrates not only his remarkable career, but also the strong foundation he built—one rooted in integrity, professionalism, and pride in a job well done. His legacy will continue to inspire the team and guide the company for years to come, right here in the community he has proudly served for four decades.
Click through the slideshow to see a collection of photos taken since the beginning of Yard Smart over 35 years ago!
Team Yard Smart is constantly training and taking advantage of educational opportunities to serve you better. To stay on top, Yard Smart insist its employees continue to learn by becoming certified at the state and national levels by taking written and ‘hands-on’ examinations, that improve their skills as well as advance their career.
Our Mission Statement
A professional, hard-working team of knowledgeable, innovative, and quality-oriented people who are driven to exceed our clients expectations by providing a valuable service that will be remembered.
PROUD MEMBERS OF:
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Ohio Landscape Association
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Associated Snow Contractors of America
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Ohio Lawn Care Association
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Ohio Nursery and Landscape Association
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Snow and Ice Management Association
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Ohio Turfgrass Foundation
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Southwest Cleveland Safety Council
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Strongsville Chamber of Commerce
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National Association of Landscape Professionals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is your service area?
Our service area includes, but is not limited to the map. This map primarily applies to our lawn maintenance division, as we can travel further for landscape renovation jobs. We love working with both residential and commercial clients. If you think you might be on the border of our service area, call our office so we can further investigate the geographic location of your property in comparison with our lawn maintenance routes.
Does Yard Smart sell bulk material?
No, we do not sell bulk material to the public anymore.
Does Yard Smart offer free estimates?
Yes, maintenance estimates are free of charge. And our initial design consultation is also free of charge. To continue with a professional design, there is a design agreement with fee based on design scope.
What does it mean to be "Drug-Free Workplace"?
This means that we require pre-employment drug testing and conduct additional testing throughout employment with Yard Smart.