Apr 2008 - present
4.1
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Professional landscaper Chris Lambton and the Yard Crashers crew turn ordinary backyards into striking spaces with novel takes on decks, patios, fire pits, water features, landscaping, hardscaping and more
S13 Ep3
10.0
13th Apr 2015
A barren yard is transformed into a Mediterranean living space using stone, columns and water.
S1 Ep7
10.0
19th May 2008
Talk about a blank slate. This backyard has nothing going for it. An ugly stucco wall, dead grass and plants and that's just about it. See how this backyard transforms from dead to lively as a floating deck takes center stage. Also, unusual mulches! Blue glass and rubber bark are key components to this makeover. A sun sail and vibrant sod take this yard to a new level.
S17 Ep3
9.3
21st Apr 2017
Sophie's soggy, sloping yard needs help, so Matt Blashaw designs a usable space with an English garden vibe. He also fixes a few problems he encounters along the way with retaining walls and drainage.
S17 Ep2
9.3
14th Apr 2017
Matt Blashaw transforms a dirt pile of a backyard with an old shed and dying plants into an entertainer's dream with the addition of a cascading rock pond, huge paver patio, reclaimed wood BBQ cooking station and games.
S14 Ep1
9.0
30th Mar 2015
A choppy, unorganized yard is returned to its sleek midcentury modern roots.
S13 Ep4
9.0
20th Apr 2015
An unusable farmhouse-style backyard gets a rustic country makeover that includes a farmhouse table with arbor and a one-of-a-kind branch chandelier.
S13 Ep2
9.0
6th Apr 2015
A blank-slate backyard gets a taste of Asian flair with layers of redwood decks, a cool lounge fire pit and a one-of-a-kind floating table with a specialty wood countertop.
S16 Ep4
8.8
11th Jul 2016
Chris crashes TJ and Julie's backyard, a sad space with a small patio and no landscaping. The crew adds a huge paver patio with a dining table, a built-in barbecue island and a tranquil water feature.
S16 Ep2
8.8
11th Jun 2016
Chris and the crew crash a dysfunctional space with a tiny pink patio and no entertaining area. They transform the yard into a private party pad complete with a cedar slat pergola, custom dining table and a matching bar.
S17 Ep10
8.8
2nd Jun 2017
Juan and Katy's expansive, empty yard doesn't give them enough living space to eat, cook and entertain. Matt Blashaw steps in and adds a huge gravel patio as well as a modern pergola with room for dining and lounging areas.
S17 Ep7
8.5
19th May 2017
What was once just a barren deck and dirt landscape gets a shade structure, steel water feature, living wall and bocce court. Matt Blashaw adds lush green plants and a custom metal fire feature to create one inviting party pad.
S17 Ep4
8.5
28th Apr 2017
Matt Blashaw and his crew turn a barren yard into a Zen oasis by building floating decks that wrap around three reflecting pools. A pergola creates shade, and a redwood counter is the centerpiece of a new grilling area.
S16 Ep6
8.5
25th Jul 2016
Miguel and Stephanie's overgrown yard is a mess, with its dilapidated pergola and a cracking concrete patio. Chris transforms the space into an outdoor living room with overlapping pergolas, fire pit and a grill with bar storage.
S1 Ep1
2.7
7th Apr 2008
This backyard is transformed into the ultimate bachelor pad complete with all the glitz and glamour of a Vegas retreat including a mahogany stained bamboo cabana! A black slate fire pit provides a social gathering space and is topped off with bright blue fireplace glass to really put it over the top. A soothing water feature with a bamboo fountain completes the look of this backyard oasis and gives the feel of poolside Vegas luxury!
S10 Ep4
3.0
8th Jul 2013
A backyard that's fallen into ruin gets an eclectic makeover.
S9 Ep6
5.5
6th May 2013
Matt Blashaw takes a neglected backyard and creates an Asian-inspired oasis complete with three new patios that lead to a sunken living room, a water-fire feature and a barbecue.
S7 Ep12
6.0
21st May 2012
A boring backyard is transformed from a non-usable space to a little piece of the Italian countryside with various areas to both entertain and to relax. The creation of a large elevated patio covered in pavers and an outdoor fireplace create a lounging area that provides a view reminiscent of the Italian countryside. The addition of large raised garden boxes and a multi-tiered fountain and benches create a strolling garden. With posts and wire framing a grapevine planting, a new stain on the existing patio and a handmade rustic wooden dining table, the yard becomes the perfect piece of Italy to use for entertaining.
S9 Ep8
6.0
20th May 2013
Matt Blashaw gives a large yard a Country French-style makeover with a fire feature, a remodeled outdoor grill station with a new pergola.
S13 Ep7
6.0
18th May 2015
An outdated concrete bi-level patio is transformed into a contemporary entertaining space.
S17 Ep12
6.0
16th Jun 2017
Back in his hometown of Orange County, CA, Matt Blashaw and his crew transform the small backyard of a fixer-upper into an industrial-modern retreat complete with inviting dining area, barbecue island and custom lounge chairs.
S9 Ep7
6.5
13th May 2013
Matt Blashaw and Ahmed Hassan team up to create a family friendly getaway with a design including a metal screen water wall, a customized masonry couch and BBQ, a hand crafted concrete patio and an ancient ox trough fire feature.
S17 Ep5
6.8
5th May 2017
A small and hot back yard with a rotten deck is transformed into a quaint outdoor living room. The team installs a brand new deck along with a pergola, privacy screens and a custom outdoor sofa with a built-in ice chest.
S1 Ep2
7.0
10th Apr 2008
A backyard goes from dog disaster to poker haven with the addition of a simple flagstone patio, brand new sod and a deck remodel.
S9 Ep4
7.0
22nd Apr 2013
An empty lot filled with concrete chunks gets a Country French makeover. Matt Blashaw gives the huge yard privacy with a 6-ft fence plus 2-ft of lattice. A fire feature, a redwood bridge and a stream are created as destinations.
S9 Ep9
7.0
27th May 2013
A narrow, weed-filled yard gets a one-of-a-kind water feature that has water flowing from a steer skull. Matt Blashaw and Ahmed Hassan create a custom concrete seating wall as a place to sit for entertaining forty people.
S14 Ep12
7.0
17th Aug 2015
A boring New Orleans backyard goes from barren to 'party gras' fabulous with a shrimp boat party bar.
S1 Ep1
2.7
7th Apr 2008
This backyard is transformed into the ultimate bachelor pad complete with all the glitz and glamour of a Vegas retreat including a mahogany stained bamboo cabana! A black slate fire pit provides a social gathering space and is topped off with bright blue fireplace glass to really put it over the top. A soothing water feature with a bamboo fountain completes the look of this backyard oasis and gives the feel of poolside Vegas luxury!
S1 Ep2
7.0
10th Apr 2008
A backyard goes from dog disaster to poker haven with the addition of a simple flagstone patio, brand new sod and a deck remodel.
S1 Ep3
21st Apr 2008
This yard turns from dead veggie garden and an unused side yard, to a sophisticated slate patio and backyard bocce ball court! See how a dead patch of lawn becomes a family fun entertainment area. Also, there's no need to go out and buy an outdoor sofa when you can make one!
S1 Ep4
28th Apr 2008
This outdated pink pool deck just won't cut it for these new homeowners who have big plans to entertain in their brand new backyard! See how this backyard's cracked putrid pink pool patio goes gets a smooth facelift. And, a hot pool deck gets some cool shade with a redwood shade structure. Plus, a useless bark strip gets nixed and replaced with poolside plants and some outdoor lighting for night swims!
S1 Ep5
5th May 2008
This backyard turns from a muddy swamp and one big electrical nightmare to a rockin' patio entertainment hub. See how a smooth stained concrete pad replaces an ugly paver-patio. Also, some dangerous old misters hanging from electrical wires find their way to the dump and cooler misting fans take their place. Creative fence panels and an outdoor fireplace complete the look and make this backyard fit for some interesting homeowners.
S1 Ep6
8.0
12th May 2008
One family's wasted space is transformed into the ultimate outdoor theater with a unique staircase entrance, redwood seating and an inflatable projector screen!
S1 Ep7
10.0
19th May 2008
Talk about a blank slate. This backyard has nothing going for it. An ugly stucco wall, dead grass and plants and that's just about it. See how this backyard transforms from dead to lively as a floating deck takes center stage. Also, unusual mulches! Blue glass and rubber bark are key components to this makeover. A sun sail and vibrant sod take this yard to a new level.
S1 Ep8
26th May 2008
This backyard turns from boring backyard to the ultimate hang out spot as an unused side yard gets a custom arbor swing and colorful sandbox for family fun! Also, a small paver walkway gets one major extension; a patio! Just some rock, sand and new pavers and this backyard has a space to entertain. One boulder bench and some new sod complete the look and gets this young family playing outside!
S1 Ep9
2nd Jun 2008
A neglected front yard gets an upgrade with all new planter beds, a formal boxwood hedge and decorative sunken containers.
S1 Ep10
9th Jun 2008
An old brick barbeque becomes a stylish bar with stacked stone seating and a bordered gravel patio.
S1 Ep11
23rd Jun 2008
It's a whole lot of soggy sod. This young married couple has a great backyard but it's one giant mess when it rains. Plus, they live on the bottom of a slope, so their neighbors water pools in their yard, giving this backyard zero space to hang out. The homeowners thought they needed to build a simple French drain, but they need something better! See how some one wet lawn transforms into a usable draining patio.
S1 Ep12
30th Jun 2008
It's one boring side-yard with loads of rock and a giant 100- year old olive tree. These homeowners had aspirations of creating a Tuscan setting but couldn't pull it off themselves. See how this backyard turns from a rock pile to an Italian garden with a copper water wall, roman stamped concrete and one hot fire table.
S1 Ep13
30th Jul 2008
A blank slate backyard becomes a gourmet kitchen with a wood-fire oven and granite-tiled island, set on top of a natural flagstone patio.