About Benton Outdoor Living
Charlotte's Award Winning Landscaping Design and Construction CompanyExperience You Can Trust
Bob and his team have over 20 years experience designing and installing landscapes and hardscapes for the discerning homeowner. Benton Outdoor Living, LLC has a team built for service. Whether it’s a commercial or residential project, we partner with you and help you through every step of your project. We stand behind our work and stay with you long after your project is completed. We believe you deserve more than just a contractor, but a partner you can trust who builds a relationship with you.
Award Winning
Design You’ll Enjoy. Service You’ll Love.
Licensed & Insured
We don’t cut corners when it comes to providing quality work.
30 Years Experience
The knowledge to do things right and overcome obstacles.
Landscape Design and Construction
OUR TEAM OF CONSULTANTS
Our team of experts is fully dedicated to helping you transform your outdoor spaces into outdoor living areas.
Our Team
Our team has many years of experience and different specialties, so that we are able to provide you with the best possible overall experience.
John Benton
Founder
Truly an expert in visualizing possibilities, John Benton was a gifted landscape and design/build specialist who cared deeply about his clients’ satisfaction. He brought his expertise and artistic mastery to each property he visited.
John’s work has been featured in Charlotte Home Magazine, and he wrote articles for The Landscape Contractors’ National publication, and many others.
Sadly, John passed away in July 2025, but his designs and name will live on for years to come. John was a great asset to the landscape community and great friend to all who knew him. John closed The Benton Group, dba. Benton Outdoor Living in July 2024, after over 30 years of landscaping in the Charlotte market.
Bob Hager
Owner
Bob is a top-level landscape professional with over 25 years of experience. His expertise includes all aspects of landscaping, irrigation, lighting, drainage and hardscapes.
Bob is responsible for turning designs into reality. He has managed multiple million dollar projects during his career. Bob goes to great lengths to deliver the best experience possible.
After working for John for many years, Bob acquired the rights to use the name Benton Outdoor Living and operates as Benton Outdoor Living, LLC. Bob wanted John’s name to continue to be a staple in the Charlotte landscape market. A name synonyms with high standards and customer service. Even though the business has changed, the quality and service has not.
Awards
We’ve been regularly recognized for providing high quality landscaping and great customer service.
Best of Lake Wyle
In 2023 we were awarded Best Landscape Designer in Lake Wylie for the 3rd consecutive year.
We’ve won 6 Houzz Service Awards since 2016, demonstrating that we really are here to help you achieve your goals in your yard.
And we’ve got great reviews on Social Media.