Frequently Asked Questions
How can your landscape maintenance help prevent vegetation damage to my fence?
We include regular trimming of shrubs, ivy, and vines that grow against fences during our landscape maintenance visits. For Bellingham properties, where moisture encourages rapid growth, we prune vegetation back at least 12 inches from fence panels to reduce discoloration and rot. We also clear debris that traps moisture against the fence base.
Do you offer tree pruning as part of tree care services, and is it included in landscape maintenance?
Yes, we offer tree pruning and removal as part of our tree care services. However, routine tree pruning is not automatically included in landscape maintenance. If you need branches trimmed away from your house or fence, we can add that as a separate service or quote it as a one-time job. We serve properties near Lake Whatcom and the Sudden Valley area with skilled arborist-level care.
My fence in the Birch Bay area has gray discoloration from weather exposure. Can you address that?
Yes, we can treat fence discoloration as part of our fence and gate services. For wood fences, we can power wash and apply a stain or sealant. For vinyl fences, we clean and treat surface stains. We also adjust any sagging gates or replace damaged sections. We serve the Birch Bay community regularly, including homes near the Birch Bay State Park area.
Local Business Overview
Mateo Landscaping is a local landscaping contractor serving Bellingham, WA, and nearby communities including Marietta-Alderwood, Lynden, Ferndale, Birch Bay, and Sudden Valley. We offer landscape maintenance, tree care services, and fence and gate solutions for residential properties. Our team understands that Bellingham homes face specific challenges like fence discoloration from our damp climate and vegetation damage from overgrown shrubs or vines. We address these issues by integrating regular landscape maintenance with fence inspections, trimming back plants that press against fences, and recommending protective treatments for wood or vinyl. Located near landmarks such as Boulevard Park and Lake Whatcom, we frequently work in neighborhoods like Fairhaven, the South Hill area, and around Western Washington University. Our approach is straightforward: assess the property, provide clear recommendations, and complete the work efficiently. Whether it’s routine mowing, tree pruning, or repairing a fence gate, we aim to keep outdoor spaces safe and functional.
Key Services
- Tree care services
- Landscape maintenance
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tue: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wed: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thu: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Fri: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |



























