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>

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Q: How much do landscapers typically charge?

<div>Landscapers typically charge $25 to $50 per person per hour, which equals around $50 to $100 per hour for a two-person crew. These rates can vary depending on your location, the size of staff needed for the job, and overall job type. For example, a larger crew will be needed for structural additions and hardscaping versus planting flowers. </div>

Q: How much does a paver patio cost?

<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&rsquo;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>

Q: How long does a paver patio last?

<div>A paver patio can last anywhere from 20 to 100 years, depending on the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/3-types-pavers-your-outdoor-space.htm">type of pavers</a> and how well you maintain them. Travertine pavers are usually the most durable, lasting 100 years or more, with regular maintenance. Concrete brick pavers have a variety of shapes and colors available and typically last 25 to 50 years. Traditional brick pavers have a more classic look, lasting around 20 years with proper maintenance. </div>

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Reviewed in October 2018
It was such a pleasure to work with Jon on this project and see our vision come to life. He is an extraordinary designer with experience that we valued deeply. We started working with Jon in the winter of 2018 to develop a plan for two areas in our backyard: (1) steps surrounding a deck and pond...
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Reviewed in April 2020
Jon and his crew did a tremendous job repairing and rebuilding a portion of my retaining wall that is made out of flat stones. They also dug up and moved two fence posts that had shifted and become problematic. In addition to performing the agreed-upon work, Jon and his guys went above and...
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Reviewed in January 2017
Jon's vision for creating beautiful and unique designs for my yard surpassed anything I could envision. I was truly blown away by his design & his work ethic. His company took our empty space and transformed it into a relaxing, beautiful yard. Jon's very reliable, he showed at my home or took my...
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Reviewed in January 2017
Jon was a pleasure to work with, he took a blank canvas & created a beautiful and unique design. His vision surpassed anything I could imagine. I was truly blown away by his commitment & quality of work. Jon was very reliable and always showed up to my doorstep or took my call whenever I had...
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Reviewed in April 2018
I contacted Jon through email and he immediately responded back and showed up to my house for a walkthrough and estimate in a timely manner. He is very knowledgable and recommended different ways for our sitting wall to stand the test of time. He also explained in depth what he would do to...
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Reviewed in February 2019
Jon and his team reworked a large part of the yard that was flooding. They built a beautiful wall and expanded the size of my yard in so doing. Jon created a "river bed" that helps the draining water, then leveled out another area with a support wall and buried a gutter which now drains properly...
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Reviewed in July 2018
Jon Gross does a fantastic job, start to finish! Jon submitted plans for our three to four phase project in early December 2017. Fighting the snow and cold in the winter months and an inordinate amount of rain in the early spring, he admirably persevered to finish the work on deadline. The...
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Reviewed in August 2016
Perfect. Joel had great vision in designing our patio, sidewalk and porch. Highest quality work. Very fair price and excellent value. Would highly recommend.
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Reviewed in April 2022
Years of overgrowth and a few missed opportunities left us scratching our heads after moving into a house with a sunken garden / walkout basement patio. Good referrals for Jon sparked an on-site ideation session and it was clear he had both the vision and the skillsets to transform our space....
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Reviewed in April 2020
We couldn't be happier with the work Jon and his crew did for us! From the beginning, Jon sat down with us and shared with us his vision for what our front yardscape could become. He designed and created a front patio and sitting wall with lighting that met and surpassed our expectations. It...
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