About turf monsters
Back in 2016, Mike Freeland founded Turf Monsters AZ in Phoenix with one goal in mind: to offer Arizona homeowners high-quality, custom landscaping solutions that get people talking. What began with turf installations has since grown into a full-service outdoor landscaping company – serving both homeowners and businesses – with a second office in Prescott now covering Northern Arizona. Today, Turf Monsters is proud to be one of the most trusted names in landscaping across the state.
A Full-Service Team for Your Dream Yard
With project managers who double as design specialists, a logistics engineer, a procurement director, and a regional ops lead, our team is built to handle every aspect of your outdoor project – from the first sketch to the final walkthrough. Every role is complementary, ensuring your experience is seamless, creative, and stress-free.
We come from different backgrounds, but what unites us is a love for thoughtful design, expert execution, and helping you, Arizona families, create outdoor spaces you’ll never want to leave. If you can dream it, we can build it!
Operations & Leadership
At Turf Monsters, our Operations & Leadership team is the backbone of our company – driving efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction in every project. With a deep commitment to teamwork and accountability, this group ensures our crews are equipped, our schedules run smoothly, and our service standards remain high. From managing day-to-day logistics to fostering a culture of reliability and excellence, they play a critical role in delivering the Turf Monsters experience our customers trust.
Mike Freeland
CEO / Founder
As the founder of Turf Monsters AZ, Mike oversees the vision and direction of Turf Monsters while staying hands-on with big-picture projects and constant improvement.
“There’s nothing better than seeing a client’s face light up when they step into their finished yard for the first time.”
JD Sines
Procurement Director
JD makes sure we’ve got all the right materials at the right time – balancing cost, availability, and quality across every project.
“Landscaping success starts way before the crew shows up – it’s all about the details behind the scenes.”
Heather Everts
Director of Regional Operations
Heather keeps everything running smoothly across both Phoenix and Prescott offices – managing schedules, operations, and making sure every project stays on track.
“I love taking the chaos out of the process so our team and clients can actually enjoy the transformation.”
Arianna Barnes
Director of Regional Operations
Arianna is the friendly voice behind your calls, emails, and scheduling – keeping communication open and making sure you’re informed every step of the way.
“Helping homeowners feel confident and excited about their project is what makes this job so rewarding.”
Levi Long
Logistics Engineer Specialist
Levi coordinates the movement of materials, tools, and equipment across job sites, making sure our teams are always set up for success!
“I like the mix of logic and creativity – it’s about building something that’s smart and stunning.”
Project Managers / Design Specialists
This talented crew blends creative landscape design with hands-on project management. From your first consultation to the final walkthrough, they bring your vision to life – on time and with top-notch quality. They’re the reason our projects run smoothly and turn out even better than you’d expected!
Tim Jones
Project Manager / Design Specialist
“I love helping people dream big – then turning that vision into a real, beautiful space they’ll use every day.”
Iniko Trujillo
Project Manager / Design Specialist
“Every yard is a blank canvas. I get to turn dirt into something that makes people proud of where they live.”
Omar Cisneros
Project Manager / Design Specialist
“The best part? Solving tricky layout challenges and making it all look effortless in the end.”
Steve Kenney
Project Manager / Design Specialist
“I’m all about the details. If it’s not built to last and look great, it’s not done yet.”
Tim (TJ) Brundage
Project Manager / Design Specialist
“Working outdoors, getting creative, and seeing almost instant results that put smiles on people’s faces – it doesn’t get much better.”
Greg Kraetz
Project Manager / Design Specialist
“My favorite moment is when a client says, ‘This is better than I imagined.’ That’s the goal every time.”
Ryan Polk
Project Manager / Design Specialist
“I like the mix of logic and creativity – it’s about building something that’s smart and stunning.”
Our Values
PEOPLE FIRST
FUN
HONEST
ONE-STOP SHOP
CREATIVITY’S THE LIMIT
950+ 5-STAR REVIEWS
I am so glad I chose Turf masters for my backyard. Their price was reasonable. They did my entire backyard in one day! It is absolutely beautiful. Exactly what I wanted. The guys on the crew worked extremely hard. Eric is very easy to work with.
I highly recommend them.
Incredibly happy I chose AZ Turf Monsters for the remodeling of my ailing/outdated and simple putting course in the back yard. Eric designed a course with more experience components, great layout and provided a solution to eliminate a seam. Vic and team were meticulous craftsmen delivering a beyond expectation installation. Thanks everyone at AZ Turf Monsters!!
Turf Monsters have been an amazing company to work with for our backyard landscaping in our brand new home. They provided clear and concise information from the beginning, from design to cost. They were also very accommodating with any changes. Mark and Ryan have been a pleasure to work with. The crew was very hardworking. The Masonry work done on the BBQ and Fountain is awesome. Great work with precision. We are so excited to enjoy our backyard with family and friends. Highly recommend Turf Monsters to everyone.
Turf Monsters crushed it on my backyard renovation. The experience was great from the estimate, throughout construction, until the final plant went in place. Huge shoutout to Jeff, the PM, who was a pleasure to work with. My wife and I both work long hours during the week and Jeff was very flexible to accommodate our availability. He even met us at the stone store won a Sunday morning to ensure we chose a paver sample that we loved. I would recommend Turf Monsters AZ to my friends, family, neighbors, etc. time and time again.
They did a fantastic job all around and their attention to detail was extremely good. Had very good creative ideas on how to transform my yard into a beautiful landscape and executed perfectly! Very competitive with the prices as well.