About Us

10+

years in business

about us

About Us

Built on craftsmanship, backed by character

We're a locally owned hardscape and masonry company committed to one thing: building outdoor spaces that are solid, clean, and built to last. What started small — mostly word-of-mouth from homeowners across Washtenaw County — has grown into a trusted crew known for doing the job right the first time. We don't juggle a dozen projects at once. When it's your turn, you get our full focus.

  • Locally owned and fully insured
  • Same crew from estimate to completion
  • One project at a time. Full focus, every time
  • Clean job sites, honest timelines, no surprises

Kyle Wheeler

Owner Operator

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734-896-1440

Our Story

our vision

Roots in the Dirt. Built to Last.

Kyle grew up running a backhoe before most kids had a driver's license. With a family of excavators and outdoor contractors behind him, he learned early that hard work and honesty are the only things that hold up as long as a good retaining wall. He founded The Rock Guys of Washtenaw with a simple goal: build the kind of outdoor spaces he'd be proud to put his name on — and treat every homeowner's property like it was his own. Over the years, that approach has built something more valuable than any single project: a reputation that keeps customers coming back and sending their neighbors.

Our Mission

our mission

Quality Work. No Shortcuts. No Excuses.

Every project we take on gets treated the same way — like it's our own property on the line. That means proper base preparation, clean edges, correct drainage grades, and materials chosen for longevity, not just looks. We don't disappear halfway through a job, and we don't send you a stranger to finish what we started.

The same people you meet at your estimate are the ones who show up to build. That's not common in this industry. For us, it's non-negotiable.

400+

Satisfied Clients

10+

Years in Business

100%

Owned & Operated

Why choose us

why choose us

Why choose us for your hardscape needs?

We don't juggle a dozen jobs at once. When it's your turn, you get our full focus — from the first layout line to the final stone. That's how we've built a reputation on repeat customers and referrals.

expertise & experience

Over a decade of hands-on hardscape work across Washtenaw County. We know Michigan soil, Michigan winters, and what it takes to build something that lasts.

high-ouality craftsmanship

The same crew that gives your estimate builds your project. No subcontractors, no shortcuts, no disappearing halfway through the job.

Review

testimonials

Our happy client says

James R.

Ypsilanti MI

Kyle and his crew transformed our backyard completely. The brick paver patio is absolutely perfect — level, tight, and exactly what we envisioned. They were on time every single day and left the job site cleaner than they found it."

Michelle T

Ann Arbor MI

We had a serious drainage problem on our hillside for years. The Rock Guys built us a two-tier retaining wall that solved it permanently. Three seasons later, not a single stone has shifted.

Dan W.

Saline MI

I got three quotes for our patio project. Kyle was the only one who actually walked the space with me, understood what I wanted, and gave me a straight answer on price. Hired him on the spot. Zero regrets.

FAQs

FAQs

Our frequently asked questions

Find answers to common questions about our services in our FAQ section. From project timelines to costs, we cover everything you need to know about our process.

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Most residential patio projects run 3 to 5 days depending on size, materials, and site conditions. We'll give you a realistic timeline before work begins and stick to it.

Reach out through our contact form or give us a call. We'll schedule a free on-site estimate, walk the space with you, and give you a straight answer on scope, timeline, and price. No pressure, no obligation.

Yes. For larger or more complex projects, we offer 3D landscape design packages so you can see exactly what your finished space will look like before a single stone is moved. Packages start at $99.

Always. Every piece of equipment we rent comes with a skilled operator, fuel, and delivery included in the price. You don't need experience. That's what we're there for.

Yes. Proper drainage and grading is built into every project from the site assessment forward. A patio or retaining wall is only as good as what's underneath it.