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 do I reduce landscaping costs?

<div>If you want landscaping done but want to save some money on the overall fees, you can do a few things at every stage. Some ways to save money on your landscaping include:<ul><li>Repurpose existing features and materials</li><li>Softscape instead of hardscape</li><li>Choose the more inexpensive materials</li><li>DIY when you can</li><li>Buy young plants instead of mature ones</li></ul></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>

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Last update on August 15, 2025

Reviewed in June 2023
These guys were very punctual, professional, and knowledgeable. They got my back yard done exactly how I wanted for my daughters playground. They graded the yard and laid a few pallets of sod down and it’s looking amazing. Definitely recommend to anyone with a project in mind.!
D & C Land Management
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Reviewed in August 2013
They were amazing. They were cost effective, great to deal with and on time. There were no hidden surprises. They continued to come back to make sure the planting and new sodding were taking. The planted trees, bushes and re sodded.
Lawn Development Systems Inc
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Reviewed in June 2023
Stealth Lawn Cuts has transformed my lawn. He is very responsive and punctual. I The builder installed sod did not take very well in my yard. He provided tips and revitalized the lawn. It has grown in beautifully. He cuts my grass on a regular basis and trims the hedges when needed. His pricing...
Stealth Lawn Cuts
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Reviewed in July 2023
I had a great experience with Manscaped lawn care. The owner and crew were very professional and proficient. Always on time and never left me with unanswered questions. Quote was very fast and reasonable. Very hard workers and very polite. I will for sure be calling them back for future...
Manscaped Outdoor Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2025
Chance did a great job mowing my yard and trimming up the trees! Super energetic and friendly, great guy to work with!!
Georgia Best Property Management
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Reviewed in April 2013
All the grass in the front yard died and the shrubs had grown out of control. We were in desparate need of a landscaping makeover but couldn't find a landscaper willing to resod the lawn last year because they were doing commercial work. In February this year, I contacted Donnie and the first...
DONNIE'S LAWN CARE & LANDSCPG
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Reviewed in March 2024
My yard and bushes look amazing!! First cut of the year and I couldn’t be more appreciative of the time and energy that was put into it! Amazing job!! Thank you.
Evans Lawn Care
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Reviewed in February 2024
Very well, my yard needed cleaning up. It was over grown, my husband could no longer do the yard work and I had the worst time finding a good reliable company to do the work that was needed, until a friend recommended Southern Roots. The owner is very polite, dependable and does an Excellent Job...
Southern Roots Lawn Specialist
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Reviewed in June 2012
They were very good. They paid attention to details. They were able to negotiate. They did exactly what I wanted and they did it very well. Overall I had a very good experience with him. I found his price very good. We had a lot of sod and soil about 5 pallets. The work was complicated...
Jose Garcia Landscaping
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