Business Details
Your Trusted Landscaping & Stormwater Management Experts in Maryland
For over four decades, our company has specialized in transforming outdoor spaces into functional, sustainable environments. Our approach combines meticulous site analysis with tailored design solutions to address drainage challenges, erosion control, and ecological preservation. With expertise in landscape architecture, horticulture, and stormwater management, we deliver projects that prioritize environmental stewardship while enhancing property usability. Our team employs locally sourced materials and native plant species to create enduring landscapes that align with client goals and site-specific conditions.Through a structured processfrom initial consultation to final installationwe ensure transparency, quality craftsmanship, and client satisfaction. Our commitment to sustainable practices predates the modern 'green' movement, reflecting a long-standing dedication to energy efficiency, non-toxic materials, and watershed protection.
Services
Landscape Design
Stormwater Management
Custom Masonry
Garden Installation
Erosion Control
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in landscape architecture and stormwater management.
- Our team includes certified experts in sustainable design and ecological restoration.
- We provide tailored solutions using locally sourced materials and native plant species.
- Our structured process ensures transparency from initial consultation to final installation.
- We maintain a proven record of resolving complex drainage and erosion challenges.
What people say
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Quality work
Top notch
No compromise attitude
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Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates functional outdoor spaces tailored to site-specific conditions. We integrate horticultural expertise with architectural elements to enhance usability while prioritizing ecological balance. Clients benefit from customized solutions that reduce maintenance requirements and increase property value through sustainable design practices.
Stormwater Management
Specialized stormwater management addresses drainage challenges through proven techniques like bioswales and rain gardens. Our approach prevents erosion, protects watersheds, and mitigates flooding risks while maintaining aesthetic appeal through natural design integration.
Custom Masonry
Custom masonry services enhance outdoor spaces with durable, visually appealing structures. We use locally sourced materials to create retaining walls, fireplaces, and walkways that complement existing architecture while ensuring long-term stability and functionality.
Garden Installation
Garden installation combines native plant selection with strategic design to create low-maintenance, ecologically beneficial landscapes. Our team ensures proper soil preparation and plant placement to maximize growth potential and seasonal interest.
Erosion Control
Erosion control solutions prevent soil degradation through engineered techniques and vegetation management. We implement site-specific strategies that stabilize slopes, protect water quality, and restore ecological balance while maintaining aesthetic value.
People
Kathleen Litchfield
President
Kathleen Litchfield leads PETRO Design/Build as a recognized expert in landscape architecture and stormwater management. With decades of experience, she has developed innovative solutions for complex drainage challenges and sustainable landscape design across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Questions
What services does PETRO Design/Build offer?
We provide comprehensive landscape design, stormwater management, custom masonry, garden installation, and erosion control services tailored to residential properties.
How do you address drainage issues?
Our team uses proven techniques like bioswales, rain gardens, and dispersion pits to manage stormwater effectively while maintaining landscape aesthetics.
Do you work with sustainable materials?
Yes, we prioritize locally sourced materials and native plant species to create environmentally responsible landscapes that reduce maintenance requirements.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Maryland, including Bethesda, Rockville, and Annapolis, with projects extending to Virginia and Washington, D.C.
How does your design process work?
Our process begins with a detailed questionnaire and site analysis, followed by conceptual design, budget planning, and phased installation tailored to client needs.
Reviews (3)
George Taler
Aug 03, 2021
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Kathleen is knowledgeable, highly professional and has a good artistic sensibility. Great to work with and well worth the investment.
Frank McAuliffe
Jan 18, 2020
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We contracted with Petro to improve drainage away from our house. This entailed substantial soil amendments at the rear of the house and improved drainage from multiple downspouts. The majority of the work was conducted under a low deck, a difficult environment to say the least. The crew was hardworking and professional. we couldn't be more pleased with the results.
Jeremy Pevner
Nov 28, 2019
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This is related just to the stormwater side of things, but well return to them when the time comes for a landscaping redesign. This is the second time we've done work with Petro, and both times we've been thrilled. Both of our jobs have probably been fairly small for Petro. Even then, Kathleen and Petro have made us feel like we were important customers, and took the time to explain everything in detail. Kathleen took the time to survey the house and look carefully at what was going on. She explained exactly what was happening, and what our different options were, even if it meant less revenue
