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>

Should plumbers be certified or licensed?

<div>Yes, most states require plumbers to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed plumber could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. 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 does it cost to install a drain pipe?

<div>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-installing-or-replacing-plumbing-pipes-cost.htm">cost to install a drain pipe</a> is $600 on average, but the total can range between $150 and $2,000. Some cost factors that influence your project price include the type of drain, the area’s accessibility, the proximity of existing drain lines, and whether you’re installing a new drain or replacing an old one. Replacing the p-trap or s-trap under a single fixture will usually cost around $150, while replacing a main drain pipe can cost well over $2,000.</div>

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Last update on June 08, 2025

Reviewed in April 2015
After 27 years of a wet basement we hired Jason to install a french drain. He and his crew were professional, timely and neat. I am confident that the pump will kick in when we need it. I strongly recommend Drycrete if you need a french drain.
Drycrete Waterproofing
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Reviewed in October 2011
They did an excellent job. The price was very fair. Even though he did some extra work he did not over charge me. The crew was very clean and cleaned up after themselves and I would highly recommend. I am a repeat customer and I am very please with them each time.
Capuano Construction
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Reviewed in June 2024
Nelson and Luciano were awesome to work with right from the start. They were on time and upfront about all the work that needed to be done. They were really knowledgeable and their work was pure quality. I will definitely hire them again for other projects.
LS MAINTENANCE CO, INC.
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Reviewed in February 2014
I had a great experience with Home Improvement Solutions. The owner was very professional. He discussed with me what he was going to do. It was done without any issues. I haven't had any issues since.
Bradford Renovations
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Reviewed in November 2006
I have mason in since and they would like to shake the hands of the people that did it because it is such a beautiful job. They were hard workers and it took the amount of time they said it would take. They stuck to the original price even though they had to do a little extra.
B-Dry System M/E Inc
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Reviewed in December 2011
Because of the 2 floods in year 2010, we decided to installed a french drain. Klaus came on time and walked around outside and pointed out some spots which are pitched toward house. He recommended to add some loam to correct it. He suggests us to installed a partial french drain on the sides...
Ronchetti Masonry & Waterproofing Inc
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