Should landscapers be certified or licensed?

<div>When it comes to landscapers, licensing laws vary. Landscaping architects are required to be licensed in all 50 states, whereas traditional landscaping contractors are not typically required to hold a certification. You’ll likely be working with a landscaping contractor for most residential projects. If you are redesigning your whole yard or adding in hardscape features, you will work with a landscaping architect at some point during the project. Be sure to <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">check our state licensing tool</a> to review the local landscaper guidelines.As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

How much are typical landscaping costs?

<div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-landscaping-cost.htm">Landscaping costs</a> around $3,500 but varies widely from $200 to $14,000. Factors that play a part in your final landscaping price tag include:<ul><li>Location</li><li>Yard size</li><li>Project size</li><li>Materials</li><li>Land preparation</li><li>Type of landscaping</li></ul>Considering so many factors, it’s not surprising that the overall costs can differ. A typical landscaping project is flower bed installation, which averages between $800 and $3,000. However, landscape lighting installation is a higher-end project, with a price tag of $2,000 to $6,000. </div>

What is the average cost to install a paver patio?

<div>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/brick-paver-patio-cost.htm">cost of a paver patio</a> is $3,800 for a 280-square-foot patio on average. Depending on the patio size, paver material, and design complexity, this cost can range from $2,400 to $7,000 or more.The size of your patio is a significant factor in the project’s overall cost. If you're building a smaller patio of only 60 square feet, your costs will be closer to $480 to $1,500. If you want a more luxurious 900-square-foot patio, you'll spend closer to $7,200 to $22,500.</div>

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Reviewed in February 2025
Dakota built retaining wall around my swimming pool and Installed sod. Stonehenge Landscape started and completed my job with no problems Maintained communication with me throughout the whole project I would definitely recommend them.
Stonehenge Landscape Supply
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Reviewed in December 2020
Water flowing in to my garage had been a problem for me for over fifteen years. I needed a good retaining wall and a very efficient drainage system. I couldn’t be happier with the beautiful job C&D Contracting did! From their expertise in redirecting the water flow with excellent drainage to a...
C&D Land Services
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Reviewed in July 2018
Perfect! The project manager, Donnie Brooks, and the various crews were extremely knowledgeable, professional, responsive, and friendly. We saved for a long time to be able to do this major landscape project, and I can't say enough about how happy we are. The project had some demanding aspects...
Wilson Bros Landscape
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Reviewed in June 2013
I entered a verbal agreement, based on a written proposal, on March 23 for landscape work to be performed with a priority on a boulder type retaining wall to stop erosion created during recent yard work. A bobcat was used on the site March 29 to prepare the area. As of May 3, the work was not...
WILLIAMS DESIGN GROUP
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Reviewed in April 2015
The job took about 7 hours for the owner and his team of 3 men. The overall job went well and with the owner's help we made three design changes which helped the utility and looks of the final project.
Ace Grading and Landscape Center
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Reviewed in July 2012
The experience with the Company was very good. The crew was professional and did excellent work. Showed up on time and finished on time. The project did come in a little over budget due to the soil conditions but I was still extremely happy with the outcome overall. I would use the Company's...
Bennett Design & Landscape
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Reviewed in April 2007
I live in the N. GA mountains and I have no grass, just mulch. Linda came out and gave me an estimate on the job. Her estimate was slightly higher than another estimate I had received, however, she impressed me so much with her knowledge and creativity that I decided to go with her. I was so...
Eden Landscape
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