Our Story

SOS Outdoor isn’t just a business—it’s a family tradition. It all started over 20 years ago when Steve Strauss built a small landscaping company from the ground up, driven by hard work, dedication, and a simple belief: take care of people’s homes as if they were your own.

Steve’s son, Gus, grew up alongside the business, spending summers learning the trade, mastering the details, and seeing firsthand what it meant to provide honest, reliable service. In 2024, Tyler joined the family—and the business—bringing fresh ideas and a shared commitment to keeping the legacy alive.

Over the years, the company evolved from Strauss Outdoor Services to SOS Outdoor, but the core values never changed. It’s still about showing up, doing quality work, and building lasting relationships with the people we serve.

Today, we take pride in helping our neighbors in Willow Spring, NC, and surrounding areas with everything from lawn care and landscaping to deck refinishing and handyman services. But at the heart of it all, we’re just a family who loves what we do—and we’re grateful for the opportunity to do it every day.

Want to learn more or work with us? We’d love to hear from you.