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“Outdoor Elements Inc. pursues to create appealing, functional outdoor spaces for our clients while cultivating lasting relationships through exceptional service and superior quality"

About Us

A Message from Our President

My name is Alex Kooima, President of Outdoor Elements, Inc. We specialize in the design and construction of landscapes, in ground swimming pools, and outdoor living area projects for your home. Whether you are interested in a walkway to your front door, or creating the once-in-a-lifetime backyard of your dreams, it is our everyday goal to ensure complete satisfaction and an enjoyable experience through all facets of your project.

It is understandable that finding a landscape and pool company that suits your needs can be a difficult one. Our commitment to having well-trained employees in a positive work atmosphere and the right equipment ensures that your project will be completed with utmost quality, precision and professionalism. We currently serve an area within a 60 mile radius of Rock Valley, Iowa including northwest Iowa and southeast South Dakota. Some of the cities where you may find us working on projects include Rock Valley, Sioux Center, Sheldon, Sioux Falls and Le Mars.

We appreciate and thank you for the time taken to visit our website. I invite you to browse through our extensive portfolio to view some of our past installed projects to understand a portion of our capabilities.

About Us

Mission, Vision & Core Values

With any great company, we strive to apply these principles in our daily operations, integrating them into every decision and action we take.

Mission:

To create appealing, functional outdoor spaces for our clients while cultivating lasting relationships through exceptional service and superior quality.

Vision:

To be recognized as the local leader for pool environments and landscapes, known for our creativity, precision and commitment to both our clients and team’s growth.

Core Values:

  • Honesty
  • Professionalism
  • Creativity
  • Quality

About Us

Meet The Team

Portrait of Jonathan Vander Werf, project designer for Outdoor Elements
Jonathan Vander Werf

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture
South Dakota State University

Project Designer/Landscape Specialist

portrait of Dennis Duba, landscape specialist for Outdoor Elements
Dennis Duba

Landscape Specialist

Portrait of Michael Van Driel, pool specialist for Outdoor Elements
Michael Van Driel

Pool Specialist

About Us

Our Certifications

ICPI Certified Installer logo
ICPI Certified Installer
PHTA Member Logo
Member PHTA
Certified SRW Installer logo
Certified SRW Installer
CBP Certified Builder logo
PHTA Certified Builder Professional

Our Capabilities

Our experienced design installation and team, serving Northwest Iowa, Southeast South Dakota and Southwest Minnesota takes pride in crafting custom pools and complementary landscapes that transform your backyard into a unique retreat that stands out amongst the rest. We believe a pool should harmonize with the entire property, not dominate it. With our expertise in landscaping, hardscaping, and pool construction, Outdoor Elements seamlessly integrates features like fire pits, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, and entertainment areas to create a cohesive and exceptional outdoor experience.

Why Work With Us?

Landscape Design & Build by Outdoor Elements in Rock Valley, IA

simple, streamlined & enjoyable

The Landscaping Design Process

A well-planned landscape and outdoor living environment can enhance your quality of living, while adding to the enjoyment and value of your home. Knowing where or when to start on your project can be a difficult one. We’re here to help. Our design process has proven to be a simple, streamlined, enjoyable process. We work interactively with you to form a design that integrates your budget, ideas and lifestyle into one unified plan. Several plan types are available, ranging from hand drawn to custom 3D renderings.

  • Unique Design

    Our projects begin with a unique design that suits your home, your property, and your personal style. Whether you live in Sioux Center or Rock Valley, Iowa, Outdoor Elements Inc. is ready to help you plan your project from beginning to end.

  • Budget & Timeline

    Our design team will work alongside you to create a suitable budget and timeline for your project.

  • Material Selection

    Our design team will help you to choose every element of your project, from the color selections of your paver patio to the landscaping rock that surrounds it. Whether you want trees for shade and privacy, you'd like your backyard to have a modern twist, or you're interested in using only native and drought-resistant plants, we thrive on collaboration.

  • Build

    Once the design is complete, our build team will spring into action, installing the landscaping, hardscaping, lighting, and other features agreed upon. We strive to minimize any disruption throughout the construction process. We understand that this is your home and we want to make sure you're comfortable, even as we work hard to install every element of your beautiful new landscape design. At the end of every work day we ensure that the job site is picked up, hard surfaces swept and materials neatly staged.

  • Maintain

    At Outdoor Elements Inc., we do more than provide a functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor space. We also consider convenience, which is why we offer irrigation and other measures meant to help you maintain your landscaping with ease. We're also happy to help with any upgrades or repairs you may need down the line.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

For answers to the most common questions related to the landscape and pool environment design and build process, please see below.

We Are Building A New Home. At What Point Should We Contact You?

The sooner we are involved in the construction process, the better. By having us involved early on, we are able to avoid issues that could arise if we were not to be involved until later. These items include foundation backfill compaction near future retaining wall and patio areas, site drainage, grading and future tree locations. This also allows a larger time frame for us to help you realize your future outdoor living and landscape objectives and complete the design process in most cases, before your home is even finished.

How Much Should I Expect To Spend On Landscaping?

The cost of landscaping is difficult to generalize without site-specific information and the understanding of a project’s objectives. We typically find that most clients projects fall within 10-15% of the cost of their home. However, often times the projects are above or below that average based on the clients objectives and specific site conditions.

Do You Give Free Estimates?

Yes, we offer free estimates. However, in order for us to accurately estimate your project, we require that a scaled plan be drafted to estimate from. This also allows our clients to have an exact understanding of the scope of work to be completed. All landscape plans remain in our possession until the final proposal is accepted and the scheduling deposit is made.

Can We Divide Our Project Into Phases?

Absolutely. We work with our clients on a regular basis to develop a master landscape plan that is designed to be completed in anywhere from 2-5 stages while maintaining our clients’ initial budget and a cohesive design throughout.

When Can You Get Started On Our Project, and How Long Will It Take To Complete?

Upon the initial meeting at your home, we will have a general time frame on when we can get started on your project. A more precise date will be confirmed upon acceptance of our proposal and plans. We ask that you please realize this date can be shifted due to weather conditions, project add-ons and/or changes and other unforeseen items. Without project objectives and site specific requirements at hand, the length of a project can vary greatly from one day to 4-6 weeks.

How Far Do You Travel To Install Projects?

We typically travel within an hour radius of Rock Valley, Iowa. A few cities where we have completed landscaping and hardscape projects in include Hull, Sheldon, Rock Rapids, Sioux Center, Orange City, Le Mars, Spirit Lake, Iowa and Sioux Falls, South Dakota. We definitely welcome project inquiries from cities further than our typical hour radius.

Where Does Pool Pricing Start?

As with landscaping, pools are difficult to generalize without site-specific information and direct objectives. As a gerneral guideline, a backyard pool environment will start in the $150,000 – $175,000 range, and can reach upwards of $300,000+, depending on additional amenities, features and sitework.

When Can We Swim?

Generally, pool projects take 8-10 weeks minimum from start to finish.

We Love the Plans We Just Reviewed With You! Are We Allowed to Take Them With Us?

We hold our plans closely because of the time, experience and professional approach we take to cultivating your plans. For these reasons, we retain our plans until the project contract is signed and the deposit is made to schedule your project.

Questions?

Call us at 712.476.5299 or fill out the form below.

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