Since Better View Landscapes’ establishment in 1995, we have worked to enhance the natural beauty of the Northampton area by providing quality lawn care and landscaping services. With friends and family throughout the Pioneer Valley, Better View Landscapes is committed to enhancing the value of homes and businesses throughout the area. As landscape contractors experienced in design, installation, and maintenance, we understand that every property is different. We work closely with each customer to create unique landscapes to complement your outdoor space, using a variety of local plants and premium materials. With more than 25 years of experience with the local climate, moisture, and soil, we are capable of creating enduring landscape designs that will look stellar in every season.

Contact the experts at Better View Landscapes to learn more about our selection of landscape design, installation, and maintenance services.

Reliable Full-Service Landscape Contractors in Northampton, Massachusetts

In addition to landscape design, we provide a variety of landscaping services for our customers in Northampton, Massachusetts. With decades of hands-on experience in landscape design, installation, and maintenance, we are committed to offering superior service. Our comprehensive line of services includes:

For our customers who require landscape installation, we provide dedicated landscape design services. Our design services include walkways, paths, and hardscapes, landscape lighting, retaining walls, planters, perennial gardens, and more. Visit our Landscape Design Page to learn more!

Better View Landscapes provides full-service installation for hard and softscapes, trees, paths and walkways, lighting, retaining walls, perennial beds, and more. With decades of experience in landscape design and installation, we will quickly and efficiently create a gorgeous landscape that you will love to come home to every day. Visit our Landscape Installation Page for more information!

In addition to horticultural knowledge, the experts at Better View have a wealth of design and installation experience that makes us uniquely suited to install outdoor living areas, including firepits, fireplaces, outdoor kitchens, built-in grills, patios. And make sure pests don’t send you running from your new outdoor space with a mosquito & tick control service. Take a look at our Outdoor Living Page to find out more!

We know that a beautiful landscape requires ongoing care and attention, which is why we offer personalized landscape maintenance plans. Our plans are specifically tailored to meet the particular needs of each property, including garden beds, fine gardening, tree and shrub pruning, seasonal cleanup, and trimming, among many others. Visit our Landscape Maintenance Page to view our full selection of maintenance services.

Our quality lawn care plans will keep your lawn looking lush and healthy. We provide a host of tailored lawn care services, including mowing, aeration, fertilization, hydroseeding, overseeding, turf care, and complete lawn renovations. See our Lawn Care Page to learn more!

We understand that commercial properties must look professional and clean at all times. We help smaller commercial properties and property managers, who value a higher level of care, attain a polished aesthetic. Our commercial landscaping services include commercial landscape installation, maintenance, irrigation, and snow removal.

Gutter cleaning is an efficient, cost-effective way to prevent a lot of headache and hassle. This should be done at least twice a year, though your gutters may require more frequent cleanings if you tend to get more build-up of leaves and other debris throughout the year.

At Better View Landscapes we offer residential and commercial snow plowing, roof ice and snow removal & plowing, salting and de-icing, snow blowing, and more. We put our dedicated team and top-of-the-line equipment to work all season long to ensure your driveway and sidewalks are clear, safe, and usable.

To learn more about our extensive selection of landscaping services, visit our Services Page!

Leading by Example: Meet the Owner

In 1995, owner and lead designer Tory Chlanda and a high school friend started a lawn mowing service with a few push mowers  and a 1984 Ford ranger (bandaid in color) truck. That company, named Lawn Jockey, Inc., was the seed that sprouted our current company, Better View Landscapes. The transformation of the company into Northampton’s premier full-service landscaper is the result of decades of hard work and dedication. Throughout college, Tory kept Lawn Jockey up and running (driving 3+ hours to and from school), constantly providing local property owners with reliable maintenance services and high-quality lawn mowing. While studying business, Tory received direct mentoring from Master Landscape Designer Gordon-Fletcher Howell. On his quest to learn everything he could about landscaping, Tory traveled the world, gaining extensive horticultural knowledge and hands-on design and installation experience.

After 25 years of growth and experience, Tory updated the company’s name to Better View Landscapes, which he felt was more consistent with the company’s expansive service offerings and mission of creating better views for homeowners and commercial properties. While serving customers throughout the Pioneer Valley, Better View Landscapes has earned a reputation for quality landscaping services and professional integrity. We strive to create stunning, timeless landscapes that you will appreciate for years to come.

Meet the Better View Team!

ToryOwner/Lead Designer
Tory J. Chlanda…. Tory’s primary role is sales and designing the beautiful outdoor spaces our team builds and maintains.. Tory really enjoys meeting with clients to assist with their landscape needs. He is often found checking in on crews at the various projects around the Valley seeing his designs come to life.

About Tory: He has been designing stunning landscapes from as close as his native Massachusetts to as far away as the Tuscan hills of Italy (ask him about it, it’s a cool story and project).

Intimately acquainted with plants, water, stone, wood, and the combination of natural and human-designed elements, Tory specializes in landscapes that tap into the land’s natural power and create a positive transference of energy to the people who walk on it and observe it. He coaxes the landscape to reveal its power, beauty, and completeness in ways that fulfill the senses without overloading them – that maintain scale and proportion.

Tory is thoroughly comfortable with both traditional and contemporary, rustic/natural and polished, open, and woodsy designs. He is grounded in traditional materials such as granite, period brick, and iron gates-and has a skilled designer’s eye for what will work well in a particular landscape.

He’s been featured in Landscape Construction Magazine, New England Home Magazine, Living Spaces Magazine, along with other publications.

The son of a geologist and a science and math teacher, Tory has been playing with plants, watercourses, and ecosystems his whole life. Even as kids Tory and his brother would create “water features” in their parents yard

He is an avid skier and can often be found on the slopes of Berkshire East teaching his 2 girls how to ski or out in Colorado and Utah seeking out deep powder. He also enjoys hiking, snowshoeing and spending time with his wife Lauren, two daughters, the family Mini Dachshund, Lilly, and 11 chickens.

Rich | Landscape Construction Foreman

Rich… a native of Deerfield Ma, joined the Better View Landscapes Team in 2010. As our Lead Construction Foreman he has been behind each one of our construction and design projects in that time. He admires the beauty of nature and genuinely enjoys being outside and working with his hands. Trained by Owner Tory Chlanda he is a skilled stonemason and enjoys putting his touch on every job he does. Rich has acquired a variety of industry achievements and certifications. Rich ensures that all construction projects are executed to perfection and our team is compliant with all safety regulations and standards. Rich is cool, calm, and collected, and those traits further enhance his great attention to detail. In his free time, Rich enjoys watching sports (Go Pats) and enjoying the great outdoors.

Eric | Lawn Care Team Lead

Eric… joined the Better View Landscapes Team in 2015. He is our Lawn Care Team Lead and he also takes the lead for all repairs to equipment and company vehicles in the shop. He is our go-to staff member when it comes to any job requiring a chainsaw. Eric is very skilled in the use of a chainsaw and is always up for a challenge. He is a certified pesticide applicator, which means your lawn will be in good hands. Eric is personable, outgoing, and friendly. Off-Season, he really does look forward to executing our snow removal services and can always be counted on during those brutal winter storms. He loves to work outside and enjoys the flexibility of seasonal work which allows him to spend time with his family and kids. Some of his favorite activities are fishing, snowboarding, video games, and eating BBQ.

Ken | Maintenance Manager/ Head Gardener

Ken….Is Passionate (to say the least) about plants and shares this through teaching and working within the green industry.  He is so passionate that he made the decision to become a Massachusetts Certified Gardener and is very active with the WMMGA community. Ken loves getting in the soil and teaching others that soil is fun. 

Ken’s overall role here at BVL is to maintain the high-quality care our customers expect for their Pioneer Valley homes. He does this by building and executing customized care plans for our maintenance clients. Ken is responsible for teaching and training our Maintenance division staff (something he loves to do) communicating best practices, proper pruning techniques, etc. Ken will be directing our teams and keeping them up-to-date on our client properties’ needs, ensuring his staff has what they need day-to-day. Ken is also responsible for tagging and selecting plant material at the many nurseries we work with along with making perennial orders for our planting installations.

Lindsey | Account Manager & Garden Designer

Lindsey brings a wealth of experience in landscape design and garden care to Better View Landscapes. As our Account Manager and Garden Designer, she works closely with clients to create beautiful, sustainable landscapes that thrive year-round. With a passion for innovative planting solutions, Lindsey specializes in enhancing outdoor spaces with vibrant seasonal displays and tailored garden designs. Whether upgrading existing gardens or developing new projects, Lindsey’s expertise ensures each property reflects the unique vision and needs of our clients.

Clients Appreciate Our All-Inclusive Approach and In-House Expertise

Our landscaping services are second to none in New England, but don’t take our word for it! Take a look at our reviews to see what our loyal customers have to say.

When we bought our home, the back acre had been cleared years ago but not maintained, so we had a thick patch of thorny growth and grapevine that made it impassible to the nearby forest. Initially we just wanted it all cleared, but Tory had some great ideas to make it into something far more beautiful. Now we have a meandering path through wildflower meadow, a fire pit, a fruit orchard, and a playing field that has completely changed our yard. Would highly recommend Better View for your design needs!

Aaron Becker

Better View and their Team are top notch and are super easy to hire and work with. I submitted a request for service via their website and the sent me an email super quick to setup a phone call to discuss our needs. They answer the phone when you call , return emails and overall great to work with.

Daniel Burke

I’ve been working with Better View Landscapes for several years now.  They have a great system of communication by email. The work is done quickly and with attention to detail.  My lawn looks healthy and tidy.  I keep bees there, and Better View Landscapes uses only products that are not harmful to them.  I also count on Better View for snowplowing in the winter.  They’ve always gotten the job done well.  Highly recommended.

Anne Griffin

Better View Landscapes has been servicing our property since 2011.  We’re grateful for their expertise, courteous staff and professionalism throughout the years.  Our property is impeccably maintained year round and an oasis when we return home from work.  The owner is extremely responsive and works with us in our countless questions.  Highly recommended!

Zoy Soulis

The staff are the most outstanding.  Whether it is summer or winter, leaves or snow, the workers are ALWAYS friendly, helpful, attentive, accommodating. Your satisfaction is their goal, and they are willing to listen to you to better understand what you want, to make that happen.

Marcia Sporny

We are committed to providing immaculate landscaping and exceptional customer service year-round!

Exceptional Landscape Contractors in Northampton, Massachusetts, and the Pioneer Valley

After more than 25 years of servicing New England properties, we have a thorough understanding of the area’s unique climate, soils, and moisture, as well as comprehensive horticultural knowledge of local plant life. We are proud to provide exceptional landscape design, installation, and maintenance services to loyal customers in and around the Pioneer Valley. Our extensive service area includes:

Northampton | Amherst | Hadley | South Hadley | Florence | Belchertown | Pelham | Easthampton | Sunderland

Design-build services only (maintenance coming soon):

Longmeadow | East Longmeadow

Don’t see your neighborhood? Visit our Service Area page for more details, or contact our office to request service in your area.

A Better Career with Better View

If you are an experienced landscaper with a commitment to safety and an eye for detail, we want you on our team! Better View Landscapes is dedicated to providing customers with beautiful landscapes with meticulous attention to detail. We are seeking responsible employees with a strong work ethic, and experience operating landscaping equipment. We know that happy employees mean satisfied customers, which is why we offer a friendly and safe work environment, comprehensive training courses, quality uniforms and safety gear, competitive pay, and benefits. Visit our Careers Page to learn more about our current job openings.

Unparalleled Landscaping Contractor Services in Northampton, Massachusetts, and the Pioneer Valley

At Better View Landscapes, we are dedicated to providing unique, superior quality landscapes that will last for years. As the local one-stop landscape contractor, we provide a comprehensive array of services, from landscape design and installation to lawn care, seasonal cleanup, tree and shrub trimming, and valuable outdoor living spaces. No matter what your property needs, we have the knowledge and experience to create beautiful and practical landscape installations that you will love. To learn more about our exceptional landscaping services, contact Better View Landscapes today to schedule your free consultation!

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