--- title: "Lions Creek Outdoor" description: "Lions Creek Outdoor describes itself on its website as a Connecticut design-build firm that builds custom pools, pool houses, patios and outdoor kitchens, " doc_version: "2026-10-19" last_updated: "2026-10-19" --- # Lions Creek Outdoor **Trade:** Landscaping · **Address:** 470 James St, New Haven, CT 06513 · **Phone:** (203) 824-7564 · **Website:** https://www.lionscreekconstruction.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 4.3/5** (medium confidence) — from 25 reviews across 7 sources. 100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 1 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read Lions Creek Outdoor describes itself on its website as a Connecticut design-build firm that builds custom pools, pool houses, patios and outdoor kitchens, handling the design and the construction in-house. The service area it states is Fairfield, New Haven, Litchfield and Middlesex. A recent reviewer who sends clients its way wrote that the team is responsive. A 2026 customer said Nate and the Lion's Creek team did a full backyard overhaul of a smaller backyard and came up with creative solutions to make the most of the space. A 2023 customer said Nate and his team built a privacy fence for their pool and finished the job in two days. A 2022 customer wrote that their land had ledge and rocks, and that the work started earlier than expected and finished on time. A 2022 customer said Lion's Creek came to install a 500 sq ft patio and pizza oven. A 2021 customer's review named a retaining wall and front walkway as the job. A 2021 customer said Nate listened to their vision for a new driveway and that Nate and his crew kept the job site tidy. A 2023 customer named Gary as the owner and said the company provided multiple detailed quotes for various options. A 2023 Houzz reviewer wrote that it was their fourth project with them. On Google it shows 5 stars from 39 ratings, and its Better Business Bureau grade is A+. Connecticut lists its home improvement contractor registration, HIC.0650496, as active, held by Nathan L Misbach. **Strengths:** - A two-day fence job — a 2023 customer said the pool fence took two days - Patio and oven — a 2022 customer had a 500 sq ft patio installed - Detailed quotes — a 2023 customer got multiple quotes for various options - Repeat work — a 2023 Houzz reviewer was on their 4th project with them ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Describes itself as a Connecticut design-build firm that builds custom pools, pool houses, patios and outdoor kitchens _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](https://www.lionscreekconstruction.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): Lions Creek Outdoor is a design-build firm based in Connecticut. We build custom pools, pool houses, patios…” - States a service area of Fairfield, New Haven, Litchfield and Middlesex _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](https://www.lionscreekconstruction.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Fairfield, New Haven, Litchfield, Middlesex” - A 2023 customer said a privacy fence for their pool was finished in two days _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURoc1ozVFZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68add333632e3fdc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDhsZ3TVw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Nate and his team did a wonderful job on our privacy fence for our pool. His team was great to work with and finished the job in two shor…” - A 2022 customer said Lion's Creek came to install a 500 sq ft patio and pizza oven _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQyaF9lMUp3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68add333632e3fdc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID2h_e1Jw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Lion's Creek came to install a 500 sq ft patio and pizza oven. Crew was professional and did an amazing job. Any questions were answered…” - A 2021 customer's job was a retaining wall and front walkway _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHLTYtX1hnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68add333632e3fdc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICG-6-_Xg%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Working with Lion’s Creek Fencing and Masonry was such a wonderful experience. Nate was very professional and knowledgeable very easy to …” - A 2023 customer said the company provided multiple detailed quotes for various options _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURoMVBiek1BEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68add333632e3fdc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDh1PbzMA%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Lions Creek and the owner Gary were both extremely professional and knowledgeable. They went out of their way to provide multiple quotes…” - 5 stars from 39 Google ratings _(confidence: high)_ - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Lions%20Creek%20Outdoor&query_place_id=ChIJw5TUikAr5okR3D8uYzPTrWg) — “Google: 5★ from 39 ratings” - Better Business Bureau grade of A+ _(confidence: high)_ - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/wallingford/profile/landscape-design/lions-creek-outdoor-0111-87139661) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A+” - Connecticut lists its home improvement contractor registration, HIC.0650496, as active, held by Nathan L Misbach. _(confidence: high)_ - [State License Registry](https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx) — “CT hic license HIC.0650496 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: NATHAN L MISBACH” - Specializes in Landscaping _(confidence: high)_ - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/wallingford/profile/landscape-design/lions-creek-outdoor-0111-87139661) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Craft Carpentry, Decking, Gunite Pools, Hardscapes, Landscape, Pool Design, Landscape Installatio…” - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/lions-creek-outdoor-pfvwus-pf~633982281) — “Services offered (Houzz): Outdoor Kitchen Construction, 3D Rendering, Project Management, Design Consultation, Outdoor Kitchen Design, Deck …” - Specializes in Fencing _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURoc1ozVFZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68add333632e3fdc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDhsZ3TVw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Nate and his team did a wonderful job on our privacy fence for our pool. His team was great to work with and finished the job in two shor…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQyb0tPdkNREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68add333632e3fdc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID2oKOvCQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Nate at Lions Creek Fencing was super easy to work with, he responded to us promptly and professionally and answered any questions we had…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHZzVEMjJ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68add333632e3fdc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICGg5D22wE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We had a privacy fence installed at our home. From the estimate, Gary was on top of everything. He was very thorough in mapping out the p…” - Specializes in Masonry _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNlNDdieFFBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68add333632e3fdc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICe47bxQA%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ The crew was incredibly professional and reliable. Between masonry and fencing they made sure to complete everything in a timely and orga…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQyaF9lMUp3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68add333632e3fdc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID2h_e1Jw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Lion's Creek came to install a 500 sq ft patio and pizza oven. Crew was professional and did an amazing job. Any questions were answered…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHLTYtX1hnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68add333632e3fdc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICG-6-_Xg%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Working with Lion’s Creek Fencing and Masonry was such a wonderful experience. Nate was very professional and knowledgeable very easy to …” ## License Status: **active** (#HIC.0650496, hic) — verified against the official CT state registry on 2026-10-19, never self-reported. Re-check at the official registry: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx ## Sources - [Local Chambers of Commerce](https://members.westportchamber.com/list/ql/home-garden-12): Listed on this source - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Lions%20Creek%20Outdoor&query_place_id=ChIJw5TUikAr5okR3D8uYzPTrWg): Listed on this source - [Official Website](https://www.lionscreekconstruction.com): Self-reported profile and service details - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/wallingford/profile/landscape-design/lions-creek-outdoor-0111-87139661): Listed on this source - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/lions-creek-outdoor-pfvwus-pf~633982281): 5.0★ from 1 ratings - [Local News](https://www.storeboard.com/lionscreekoutdoor?srsltid=AU7gw4Vg3OgEvSW83FR3-PLhAHGbEAMMVoJvGcWLIXs2wWptbeM-adee): Listed on this source - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Lions%20Creek%20Outdoor&query_place_id=ChIJw5TUikAr5okR3D8uYzPTrWg): 5.0★ from 39 ratings ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Soake Pools · 2026-09-26**: We have utmost confidence that Lions Creek will wow any client we send their way who wants a Soake Pool installation and a gorgeous backyard transformation. The LC team is responsive, professional, creative, and keeps customer satisfaction as their top priority. We highly recommend working with Lion… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Maddy Schilling · 2026-03-02**: We had Nate and the Lion's Creek team do a full backyard overhaul, and the results did not disappoint! We have a funky backyard that is on the smaller side, and their team came up with creative solutions to make the most of our space. The final product is beautiful, and all of the finishes in the ya… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · DKE Firm · 2025-11-04**: We've provided engineering plans for some pretty unique projects for Nate and his team at Lion's Creek Construction over the past couple years. They don't get intimidated by the details on challenging projects. They're also great at communicating the project requirements and quick to respond to our … - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Anirban Ghosh · 2025-09-09**: Professional and productive contractor, timely responses, excellent attention to detail. We did a project recently with them - my wife and I both love the results and enjoy our pool often! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jenna · 2025-07-07**: We are absolutely thrilled with the transformation of our yard! From start to finish, our experience with Lion’s Creek was fantastic. We couldn't be happier with our new outdoor living space. Nate and Gary were an absolute pleasure to work with. Their professionalism, expertise, and dedication were… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Marc Borghesi · 2023-08-22**: Nate and his team are nothing but professional. Lions Creek completed the design on the patio and presented it to us in which we were blown away by some of the ideas. The completed a rather large pool patio with attention to detail and it came out better then we could of imagined. I highly recommen… - **5/5 · Houzz · Remod · 2023-03-21**: Great attention to detail, they make adjustments as needed on the fly. This is my 4th project with them and i wouldn't ever use anyone else or cut corner for price. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Amanda Delzio · 2023-03-11**: Nate and his team did a wonderful job on our privacy fence for our pool. His team was great to work with and finished the job in two short days. I would highly recommend Nate and Lions Creek construction to any backyard work you might be looking for. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Joe Gorbecki · 2023-03-02**: Lions Creek and the owner Gary were both extremely professional and knowledgeable. They went out of their way to provide multiple quotes for various options, each highly detailed. It's hard to come by a contracting firm that is as organized and willing to put true effort into making the job match t… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jamell Cotto · 2022-10-27**: ATTENTION HOME OWNERS!!! AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING!!!! --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-10-14T08:23:45.876Z. Cite as: Lions Creek Outdoor — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/lions-creek-outdoor-new-haven) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/lions-creek-outdoor-new-haven ## Sitemap [Full site index](https://tavlee.com/sitemap.md)