Lawn care and landscaping in Apex, NC
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Local crew, local knowledge
Apex is where Carolina Premier is based, so if you're calling from here, you're calling your neighbors. We know the clay-heavy soil common across Apex neighborhoods and what it takes to keep a lawn healthy through hot, humid summers and mild winters. Whether you're near downtown Apex or out toward US-1, we're a short drive away and can typically get a crew out faster than a company coming from across the Triangle.
Every service we offer is available throughout Apex. Pick one below to see what's included and book a free on-site estimate.
Services available in Apex
Hardscaping in Apex
Patios, walkways and retaining walls.
Aeration in Apex
Breathe life back into your lawn.
Leaf Removal in Apex
Fast, thorough fall cleanups.
Lawn Mowing in Apex
Clean lines. Consistent care.
Sod Installation in Apex
A thick, green lawn in a day.
Mulch Installation in Apex
Clean, finished garden beds.
Tree Services in Apex
Tree care done right.
Drainage Solutions in Apex
French drains, grading and channel drains.
Gutter Cleaning in Apex
Protect your roofline.
Pine Straw in Apex
Traditional Southern curb appeal.
River Rock in Apex
Decorative rock for beds and drainage.
Yard Clean Up in Apex
Overgrowth cleared, clutter gone.
Planting in Apex
Shrubs, trees and flowers, done well.
Local rules worth knowing in Apex
Each Triangle town handles leaves, watering, trees and permits differently. This is how the Town of Apex does it.
Does Apex pick up leaves at the curb?
The Town of Apex collects yard waste at the curb every other week by zone (Zone A west of I-540, Zone B east of it), with a peak leaf season that runs from mid-October into early February. Leaves go loose at the curb, unbagged and kept separate from sticks and limbs. Yard waste produced by a contractor or landscaper is not collected. The Town requires the contractor to dispose of it, which is why our crews haul what they generate. Source: Town of Apex: Yard Waste Collection.
What are the lawn watering rules in Apex?
Apex has a year-round irrigation schedule. Odd-numbered addresses water on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, even-numbered addresses on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, and no lawn irrigation runs on Monday. Hand watering with a hose is allowed every day. Source: Town of Apex: Water Conservation.
Can new sod or grass seed be watered every day in Apex?
Apex offers a 45-Day New Landscape Permit that allows extra watering for new sod or seed covering more than half of a yard's grass area. The Town does not grant it for overseeding an established lawn, so a fall overseed has to establish on the normal three-day schedule. Source: Town of Apex: Water Conservation.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Apex?
Apex does not require a permit to remove a tree on an existing single-family lot when the removal is not part of a development project. The exceptions are trees inside a Resource Conservation Area or a stream buffer, which are protected. Your HOA may have its own approval step, and it is worth a call to the Town's Planning Department before removing anything near a stream. Source: Town of Apex Unified Development Ordinance, Sec. 2.3.15.
Do I need a permit for a patio or retaining wall in Apex?
In Apex a retaining wall needs a permit when it holds back more than 4 feet of soil, crosses a property line or supports a structure. The Town's guidance is that residential walls should not exceed 6 feet, with no more than two tiers. Check with the Town's permit desk before adding a large patio. Source: Town of Apex: Retaining Walls.
Are there rules about where a yard drain can go in Apex?
Apex treats drainage on private property as the owner's responsibility. A private drain line can discharge on your own lot, but under the Town's standards a piped system may not cross a property line or end in a point discharge next to the curb. That decides where a French drain can outlet. Source: Town of Apex: Drainage Issues FAQs.
We work throughout Apex, including Scotts Mill, Haddon Hall, Woodridge, Salem Oaks, Shepherds Vineyard, Ashley Downs, Miramonte and Holland Farm, across ZIP codes 27502, 27523 and 27539.
Local rules change. These were checked against the published guidance from the Town of Apex in October 2026. Confirm with them before you start.
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Working with us in Apex
What services does Carolina Premier provide?
Aeration, lawn mowing, leaf removal, sod installation, mulch and pine straw, river rock, hardscaping, drainage, gutter cleaning, yard cleanups, planting and tree services.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. We walk the property, listen to what you need, and send a clear, detailed quote. No cost, no obligation.
What areas do you serve?
Apex, Cary, Raleigh, Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs and the surrounding Wake County area, within about 15 miles of Apex.
Are you insured?
Yes. Carolina Premier is fully insured on every job, including tree work and hardscaping.
Get your free on-site estimate in Apex
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