Great North Outdoor Services is a Barrie-based landscaping and hardscaping company. We design and build outdoor spaces — patios, walkways, retaining walls, sod, gardens, drainage, and full property improvements — across Barrie and the surrounding Simcoe County region.
- Based in
- Barrie, ON
- Locally owned
- Family run
- Specialties
- Hardscape, drainage
- Estimates
- Free, on-site
- Build season
- May – October
- Maintenance
- Year-round
Barrie weather, factored in
Frost line, lake-effect rain, freeze–thaw cycles. We spec base depths and materials that hold up year after year.
Local soil & slope knowledge
Clay-heavy lots, lake-adjacent properties, hillside neighbourhoods like Ardagh — we know how each behaves.
Trusted Simcoe suppliers
We source stone, soil, and plants from suppliers across the region for fair pricing and reliable quality.
Clear, on-time communication
You hear from us at every step. No surprises, no scope creep, no unanswered calls.
Patios & Walkways
Interlock, flagstone, and natural stone patios sized to Barrie lots — from compact urban backyards to large lakefront properties.
Retaining Walls
Engineered walls for the slopes around Ardagh, Allandale, and the bay. Drainage built in from the start.
Sod & Planting
Fresh sod, garden beds, and hardy plant choices that handle Barrie’s freeze–thaw seasons.
Driveways & Entries
New driveways, stone borders, steps, and lighting — first impressions that last through Barrie winters.
Drainage & Grading
Solving water issues common to Barrie’s clay soils and sloped lots. We get water where it belongs.
Property Maintenance
Seasonal cleanups, pruning, and lawn care for properties across the city — all season.
neighbourhood.
We’ve built across Barrie — from the lakefront properties of East Bayfield and the rolling lots of Ardagh, to the established streets of Allandale and the newer builds in Painswick and Innishore. We also serve neighbouring towns: Innisfil, Springwater, Oro-Medonte, Orillia, Midland, and Collingwood.
Barrie HQ · Service area
Common questions from Barrie homeowners. Don’t see yours? Reach out.
What areas of Barrie do you serve? +
We work across all of Barrie and the surrounding region — including downtown, the lakefront, the south end, and the hill neighbourhoods. If you’re inside Barrie city limits, we cover you.
Do you handle municipal permits? +
Yes. For projects requiring permits in Barrie, we coordinate directly with the city to keep things moving. We’ll let you know up front whether your project needs one.
What’s the best season to start? +
In Barrie, we typically run May through October. Booking 4–8 weeks ahead of your ideal start date gives the most flexibility — spring slots fill fastest.
Do you offer free estimates in Barrie? +
Always. We come out, walk the property, talk through options, and send a clear written quote — usually within 48 hours. No obligation.
Barrie property?
Tell us about your project. We’ll come out, walk through your property, and send a clear written quote — usually within 48 hours.
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