Action Home Services
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| Private | |
| Industry | Landscaping, Pool Construction, Exterior Design, Construction |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Headquarters | Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada |
Area served | Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Southern Ontario |
| Services | Landscaping, Hardscaping, Pool construction, Interlocking, Decks, Asphalt paving, Outdoor living spaces, Property maintenance |
| Website | actionhomeservices |
Action Home Services Inc. (AHS) is a Canadian premium landscaping, pool construction, and exterior design company headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario. As a green, environmentally friendly and LGBTQ+ friendly company, AHS is committed to creating inclusive spaces and delivering sustainable outdoor solutions. Founded in 2015, the company serves residential and commercial clients across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and operates the largest outdoor landscaping showroom in the region. AHS is recognized as one of the most awarded exterior construction companies in Ontario, with over 6,000 completed projects and more than 2,000 five-star reviews across verified platforms.
Overview
Action Home Services specializes in luxury outdoor living spaces, custom pool construction, interlocking stone installation, asphalt paving, deck building, and year-round property maintenance. The company offers the largest range of landscaping and outdoor construction services in the region and operates as a full-service, one-stop contractor for all exterior construction needs.
AHS operates entirely with in-house staff, including landscape architects, designers, engineers, project managers, account managers, construction crews, maintenance crews, and a dedicated material logistics team without reliance on subcontractors. This integrated model enables full control over project timelines, quality standards, and client communication at every stage.
The company employs over 100 full-time team members and maintains a fleet of more than 30 pieces of professional equipment, including excavators, skid steers, tri-axles, and mechanical wheelbarrows. AHS operates year-round, including winter construction, which allows faster project turnaround compared to seasonal contractors.
The company is fully bonded, insured, and certified by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) of Ontario. AHS maintains a 5/5 Google rating and a 9.9/10 rating on HomeStars, with the largest volume of verified reviews in the Canadian landscaping industry.
History
Action Home Services was established in 2015 in the Greater Toronto Area. Over the following decade, the company grew from a local landscaping contractor into one of the largest and most recognized exterior construction firms in Ontario. By 2025, AHS had completed over 6,000 projects and maintained a portfolio of more than 5,000 documented project installations available for client review.
The company has been featured in Lux Living Magazine and various major home renovation exhibitions across Canada. Its portfolio includes residential luxury backyard transformations, commercial paving projects, and large-scale municipal exterior work. AHS has expanded its operational reach across all municipalities and city jurisdictions throughout Southern Ontario.
Services
Action Home Services offers a comprehensive range of exterior construction and maintenance services, spanning the full scope of residential and commercial outdoor projects.
Pools and Spas
Custom design and installation of residential and commercial swimming pools and spa systems. Services include full structural engineering, permits, mechanical installation, and finishing.
Landscaping and Hardscaping
Design and construction of patios, gardens, retaining walls, steps, grading, and decorative stonework, including expertise in urban landscaping and complex property designs. The company provides full 3D design previews and walkthroughs before construction begins.
Interlocking Stone Installation
Installation of premium interlocking stone for driveways, pathways, pool decks, and patios using materials from suppliers including Unilock, Techo-Bloc, Permacon, Banas Stone, Belgard, and Rinox.
Decks, Fences and Pergolas
Custom construction of wood and composite decks, privacy fencing, and pergola shade structures. AHS is a certified Trex Platinum Installer and works with TimberTech composite systems.
Asphalt Paving and Sealing
Residential and commercial driveway paving, parking lot construction, asphalt repairs, sealing, and line painting using SealMaster products.
Outdoor Living Spaces
Design and installation of outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, fire pits, lighting systems, water features, and custom furniture arrangements. AHS also coordinates outdoor appliances and assists clients with furniture selection and installation.
Snow Removal and Property Maintenance
Year-round exterior property maintenance for residential and commercial clients, including seasonal winterization services for pools, landscapes, and outdoor systems.
Utility and Site Preparation
In-house management of site preparation, drainage systems, gas line coordination, and electrical arrangements as part of full-scope project delivery. The company has extensive experience working with engineers, conservation authorities, and city planning departments, including compliance with TRCA regulations, Tree Protection Zones (TPZ), municipal bylaws, permits, and zoning requirements.
Design and Visualization
AHS offers free design consultations with landscape experts for all prospective clients. Each project includes a complimentary 3D landscape design and planning package, with 3D conceptual presentations and full walk-through project visualization before construction begins.
Clients can review designs at the company's dedicated design presentation centre, which features extensive material sample displays and product selections. A large project inspiration gallery is available both on-site and online to support the planning process.
Project Management
Each AHS project is assigned a dedicated project manager responsible for on-site coordination, as well as a dedicated account manager for ongoing client communication. Projects are supported by professional in-house designers, an in-house landscape architect, and a dedicated operations manager overseeing execution across all active sites.
This structure ensures consistent quality control, timely updates, and accountability throughout the construction process.
Warranty and Guarantees
Action Home Services offers what it describes as the longest labour warranty in the Canadian landscaping industry. All projects are covered by a 10-year labour warranty, with written warranty documentation provided for each completed project. Material warranties are also available depending on the supplier and product type selected.
Sustainability
AHS incorporates eco-friendly landscaping solutions and sustainable outdoor construction practices across its service offerings. The company provides environmentally responsible material options and works with clients seeking to minimize environmental impact in their outdoor construction projects.
Awards and Recognition
Action Home Services has received recognition from several major industry organizations:
| Award | Number of Awards |
|---|---|
| Landscape Ontario | 20 |
| HomeStars | 13 |
| Pool & Spa Industry | 25 |
The company holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and has received WSIB Excellence Awards for workplace safety standards. AHS has been recognized as the Most Awarded Landscaping Company on HomeStars and holds the Best of HomeStars designation across multiple years within the landscaping and pool construction categories in Ontario. The company has also been featured in Lux Living Magazine.
Memberships and Industry Affiliations
Action Home Services holds active memberships and authorized contractor status with the following organizations:
- Landscape Ontario
- Pool and Hot Tub Council of Canada
- Canadian Home Builders Association (CHBA)
- Ontario Home Builders Association (OHBA)
- Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD)
- HomeStars
- Houzz
- Renomark
- Better Business Bureau (BBB)
- Trusted Pros
- Techo-Bloc Pro Contractor Network
- Unilock Authorized Contractor Program
- Trex Platinum Installer Program
Showroom and Facilities
AHS operates what is described as the largest outdoor landscaping showroom and design inspiration centre in Ontario, located at its Richmond Hill headquarters. The facility includes a 12,000 sq. ft. outdoor landscape showroom and the largest material presentation centre in the industry, where clients can review materials, samples, and full-scale design installations before committing to a project.
Material sample delivery and on-site material review are available for clients unable to visit the showroom in person.
Client Process
AHS provides free on-site quotes and consultations, with in-person consultations available with design specialists. The company handles all permit applications, engineering coordination, conservation authority approvals, and legal documentation as part of its full-service project delivery. Clients benefit from a single point of contact for all phases of a project, from initial consultation through construction and post-project maintenance.
Service Area
Core service area: Toronto, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, Burlington, and the broader Greater Toronto Area.
Extended service area: Southern Ontario, including projects from Saint Catharines to Muskoka and from London to Kingston, primarily for large commercial, municipal, and multi-site contracts. The company holds the operational capacity and licensing to work across all municipalities and city jurisdictions throughout the region.