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Running Creek Contracting

Two Local teams one stronger backyard and Construction partner

We’re excited to grow our team and expand what we can offer. By joining forces, we’ll be able to take on more projects, provide better service, and help more homeowners create backyards they’re proud of. Same local focus — just a stronger team behind it.

About Us

For over 15 years, Running Creek Contracting has proudly served as the top choice for high-quality construction services in and around Elizabeth, Colorado. We go above and beyond your average landscaping company, offering a wide range of expertise. From concrete work and artificial turf installation to hardscaping design and irrigation system installation, we have the skills and experience to bring your vision to life.

At Running Creek Contracting, we understand that your backyard is an extension of your dreams. Whether you're looking to create a stunning pergola or transform your turf, our professional team is here to help. With decades of collective industry experience, our landscaping contractors are dedicated to delivering exceptional results for every project in your yard.

About Us

Construction

Remodeling

Landscaping

Four Simple Steps to Your Dream Project

Consultation & Planning

We begin with a thorough consultation to understand your needs and vision. Whether it’s transforming your home, enhancing your landscape, painting, or roofing, we’ll discuss your ideas, evaluate the site, and outline a plan that suits your budget and requirements.

Design & Estimate

Based on our initial meeting, we’ll develop a customized design and provide a detailed estimate. This step ensures that we’re aligned on the project scope, materials, and costs. For landscaping, this includes layout and plant selection; for remodels, it covers design specifics; and for roofing or painting, it outlines materials and techniques.

Approval & Scheduling

After reviewing the plan and making any necessary adjustments, we’ll finalize the project details and set a timeline. We’ll handle all preparations, permits, and scheduling, so you know exactly what to expect and when.

Execution & Completion

Our skilled team will carry out the project with precision and care, keeping you informed throughout. Whether we’re building, planting, painting, or roofing, we ensure high-quality workmanship and attention to detail. Once the job is done, we’ll do a final walkthrough to make sure everything meets your expectations.

Consultation & Planning

Design & Estimate

Approval & Scheduling

Execution & Completion

From Planning to the Finishing Steps,
we are building to excellence.

From Our Clients

      EXCELLENT  
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   Ashleigh Trevino 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We couldn’t be happier with how our backyard turned out! What started as a dirt space is now a beautiful, functional yard that fits our needs perfectly. The crew worked fast, did high-quality work, and kept everything within a great price range. We were genuinely impressed with the entire process and outcome—highly recommend!
  
 
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   Adam Kuhn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Outdoor patio fireplace and gorgeous stonework came out exactly as I was imagining!   Nik and the team at Running Creek were very easy to work with throughout the construction process. I appreciate the fact that Nik kept me up-to-date on next steps/what was being done, etc.  The crews were quick and efficient and kept the work areas tidy. Will definitely use them for my next project.
  
 
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   Ron Knowlton 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were immediately impressed by Nik's expertise and professionalism. We had a landscape design, and he brought great ideas that we implemented, namely berms and boulders. He built us our dream deck topped with a pergola. His team and workmanship are exceptional. Due to cost considerations, we could only complete a partial landscape, but we will definitely call upon him again for future projects.
  
 
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   Lisa Schweiss 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nik and his crew did a fantastic job.  This was a large project, and they were efficient, finished it on time.  Professional to work with, great communication to keep us on the same page as the project progressed.  They cleaned up the work site every day.  Nik has a great eye for aesthetics for a project like this, and offered great ideas and suggestions about landscape design as we progressed.  We couldn't be happier with the results, and Nik will be our first call for any future projects.
  
 
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   Mallory Chancellor 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were so impressed with Nik and his crew! They met all our expectations and if we had concerns they communicated well. Glad we chose them.
  
 
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   D. D. 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Overall:

I was pleased with the work Nik (Owner) and his Running Creek team did on completing my backyard landscaping project. I recommend them to do your landscaping project.

Summary:

I felt like Nik and his Running Creek team did a good job on this project. Like most people, I was skeptical on how this would turn out. I was well pleased with the Bid/Quote, Project Design, Timeframe, Communication, and the overall Product quality from start to finish. Like anything, perfection is arguably impossible and they can improve on some things. I give Running Creek a score of 94 out of 100.

(It's Long!) Further details on why I was pleased:

Context:

My yard was a corner lot, with a steep grade at certain spots, and roughly 7,000sqft. This was no simple project.

Bids/Quotes:

I had a handful of contractors come in and bid.

The details for what I needed. (path from driveway to back patio, enlarge the back patio, fire pit, retaining wall, grass, and the minimum requirement of trees, shrubs and plants per the HOA/Metro District)

Nik understood my vision for my yard. He was not fancy like others who told me I needed to add certain and/or unnecessary things I didn’t ask for. He provided sensible recommendations and asked me my thoughts. For example: I wanted one large retaining wall. Because of the steep grade, that retaining wall would have been 7’ tall. I was advised that an engineer would be needed then because of city/county code which would've made the project more costly. Nik suggested terraced retaining walls to keep the cost down.

A negative, and this goes for the majority of contractors, the estimate I received was 35% less than the actual quote. (this is expected)

However, Nik's quote was detailed and had a cost breakdown that was easy to understand. And he also wrote up the Scope of Work to be completed with the site plan making it easy to submit to the HOA/Metro District for approval (which it was approved with no question).

Project Design:

The site plan was detailed and easy to understand (if you're not good at reading blue prints or site plans then you'll find this challenging)

Timeframe:

This project was held back for over a year due to things out of my control and Running Creek’s. Nik stuck with it though and once it was cleared up Running Creek went to work.

This project took roughly 4 weeks to complete. Nik and his team worked Monday-Saturday (I didn’'t expect them to work Saturdays)

Communication:

My experience was fair in a positive way. If I ever had a question or needed to discuss something about the project Nik was very responsive.

Critique:  They can improve by communicating with the customer first when there are any changes, good or bad, before doing the change.

Product:

I was well pleased with 97% of everything that was completed and their quality of craftsmanship.

The retaining wall was done right. The drainage was well thought out and works great, I'm very impressed. We have had an abnormal amount of rain after the project and it's draining properly.

Nik took over one day of measuring and leveling to figure out the complexity of the steep grading on my property to get the retaining wall right. This showed me that Nik cared and was just as invested in the project as me.

Nik was creative and added a small flower bed in the plan to bring things together. (with my approval)

Some of the original site plan had to change during production and Nik provided good insight on where trees, shrubs, or plants could get moved to without changing the vision of the project.

Critique: The other 3% were minor things that can be improved on such as a fracture on a cap for the retaining wall, and cleaning up the concrete splatter that gets on parts of the house.

I don't expect any landscape project to be perfect because it has to deal with Colorado soils and the inevitable shifting foundations.

My family and I are happy with how this project turned out.
  
 
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   Ashley Reicherts 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nik and his crew went ABOVE AND BEYOND what we asked for to giving our front yard what I call a manicure and face lift. They took out our dead tree and planted a beautiful maple, swapped out dead shrubs for new ones, added perennial flowers in front of our stairs, added 3 boulders, and placed solar lights.

We bought our home recently and the rock bed had a ton of weeds. His crew completely removed our rocks, placed new weed barrier, and put the rocks back.

Additionally, they trimmed our backyard tree, cleaned up all the weeds, and made our entire property look absolutely beautiful!

I have a tendency to want to add items last minute, but he was willing and able to accommodate alongside making some suggestions of his own we were comfortable with adding too.

Nik is friendly, communicative, professional, and produces high quality work. We have a company for many years to come to complete our future landscape and indoor projects.

TL;DR
My husband and I highly recommend this company. Friendly, communicative, professional, our quote was reasonable, and the end result was HIGH quality work. Call Nik and let him quote your project :)
  
 
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   Jim Dickerson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rock Swale Cleanup, Remove Rip Rap Granite,Clean Out Sand and Other Sediment, Relay Weed Barrier, Re-Install Edging, Install Straw Wattles, Straw Wattles Installed, Re-install Rip Rap Granite, Site Was Left Very Clean. Great Job Here, Great Communication.
  
 
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   D J 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 10/10, I absolutely don't know where to begin with recommending them more. Nik is prompt, informative, and will absolutely make your vision come true within your budget. His crew are kind and incredibly efficient as well! If you're considering a new project, please don't even hesitate to give Running Creek Contracting your business. Thank you, Nik and crew, for repeatedly excellent service!
  
 
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   Brandon Jensen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nik and his crew are the gold standard on any landscaping and construction needs.

They have the ability to turn a blank canvas into your wildest dreams, all while staying on schedule and within budget.

My family and I made the biggest move of our lives 3yrs ago to a brand new home, so our backyard was quite literally just dirt. Nik was the first call I made, and I never felt like I needed to make another. They have surpassed all of our expectations and wants. Nik is beyond knowledgeable and extremely professional.

Nik and his crew will always have my business for all my landscaping/construction needs. Thank you for the consistently excellent work.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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