Team

Our Harrisonburg Landscapers Are Our Best Resource.

We’re fortunate to have a team of Harrisonburg landscapers and designers who commit wholeheartedly to every project we estimate and install. We invite you to meet our team and get started with a free estimate!

chad layman

Chad Layman

| Owner & Founder

Chad Layman founded Fine Earth in 1995 after working in the landscaping industry for four years. He plays a critical role in estimating jobs, managing projects, and fine-tuning the sales process so that the business continues to grow and thrive. Chad graduated from James Madison University in 1995 with a degree in Accounting. Since founding Fine Earth, Harrisonburg organizations have regularly recognized Chad and the Fine Earth team for contributions to nonprofits and the local business community. His favorite part of the job is working with customers to create a beautiful, functional outdoor living space that works for their homes and family. Our customers love working with Chad because he makes sure they feel heard through each step of the process and works with integrity to deliver a quality landscaping project each and every time. In his free time, Chad enjoys hiking with his German Shepherds, riding motorcycles, traveling and reading.

  • Notable Projects

    • Sentara RMH Hospital
    • James Madison University
    • Eastern Mennonite University
    • City of Harrisonburg
    • Broadway Streetscape
  • Education & Accomplishments

    • 2016 Spirit of Philanthropy Award from the Shenandoah Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals for their work on the Fine Earth Adventure Race – Benefiting K9s For Warriors.
    • 2011 Corporate Philanthropist of the Year from the Shenandoah Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
    • 2010, 2011 & 2012 Blue Ribbon Award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
    • 1995 graduate of James Madison University

Stacy Farley

| Vice President

Stacy Farley has worked in the landscaping industry since 1996 and has been with Fine Earth since 2002. He is a graduate of Virginia Tech and has multiple certifications associated with his landscaping career. Stacy plays a critical role in managing our team’s day-to-day operations and the company’s hardscaping division. He also helps to estimate and design residential and commercial projects and currently serves as our Safety Coordinator. Stacy’s favorite part of the job is working with people, including his team and clients, to coordinate projects that transform local properties. As an experienced landscape and hardscape designer, he accounts for each element of the project, including aesthetics and water flow, to ensure your investment lasts. When he’s not on the job, Stacy enjoys spending time with his family watching sports, hiking and reading.

  • Notable Projects

    • RMH Healing Garden
    • JMU Pedestrian Mall Pavers
    • Broadway Streetscapes
  • Education & Accomplishments

    • 2016 Spirit of Philanthropy Award from the Shenandoah Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals for their work on the Fine Earth Adventure Race – Benefiting K9s For Warriors.
    • Certified ICPI Professional (the authority for segmental concrete pavement systems)
    • NCMA (segmental wall installer)
    • 1998 graduate of Virginia Tech
stacy farley
kathy sizemore

Kathy Sizemore

| Accounting & Administration

Kathy Sizemore is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) who has been with Fine Earth since 1998. She’s a graduate of Bridgewater College and brings 29 years of experience in the accounting field to her role within the company. We value her strong skill set and expertise in managing what goes on behind the scenes at Fine Earth. Kathy loves working with our team to support their accounting and HR needs; they’ve become like family after so many years. When she’s not busy working, she enjoys spending time with her grandson, Asher, traveling and hiking.

  • Education & Accomplishments

    • 2016 Spirit of Philanthropy Award from the Shenandoah Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals for their work on the Fine Earth Adventure Race – Benefiting K9s For Warriors.
    • 1992 Certified Public Account (CPA)
    • 1992 graduate of Bridgewater College

Landscape & Hardscapes By The Numbers

15,000+

Projects Completed

25,000+

Trees Planted

20%

Increase In Property Value

Fine Earth transforms Harrisonburg homes and businesses by designing, installing and maintaining beautiful landscapes that last. Our experienced designers and sales team collaborate with you to extend your living spaces outside with functional areas that complement your property. Our Services

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You always made me feel like my small project was as important to you as all of the larger ones. Your company’s customer service and customer relations approach is simply excellent! I found you personally just wonderful to work with. I value your knowledgeable advice but I also appreciated that you took into consideration my own requests and preferences. In short – thanks for the excellent job! I will sing the praises of Fine Earth whenever I can.

Barbara Kirkland

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