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 17, 2025

Reviewed in August 2004
IN THE PAST 8 YEARS, HE HAS WORKED WITH ME ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WITH HARDSCAPES, INSTALLATIONS, REMOVING OLD LANDSCAPE, AND REGRADING AREAS. CONSISTENTLY GREAT QUALITY & RELIABILITY, VERY PLEASANT, AND I APPRECIATE HIS CREATIVE SOLUTIONS & SUGGESTIONS, AND HIS REASONABLE PRICES.
ENVIRODESIGN INC
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Reviewed in January 2014
They did a phenomenal job. They're pretty awesome, good to work with and very helpful. We adore them. The owner is very easy to reach, very kind, always able to return call and we did call him back, so there's really no time wasted and he doesn't make us guess. They are very thorough and they...
Pro's Touch Landscaping Inc
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Reviewed in May 2025
Everything went well -- arrived on time, worked promptly to remove a stump, install edging and sod for a part of my landscaping. Would recommend.
Midwest Procare LLC
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Reviewed in July 2016
I've used Todd's services for a few years for maintenance of my irrigation system. He's always been responsive to needed system blow-outs and start-up repair of a valve box wiring. I noticed he also does landscaping work. So, I hired him to do level/grade and re-sod my backyard due to my dogs...
TM Home and Lawn Care
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Reviewed in September 2024
Carlos was very prompt in responding to my inquiry. Within a few days I had sod placed on my lawn. I would hire J & M Landscaping again.
J&M Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in June 2015
While the landscape designer is very talented, and did come up with a plan that I liked, it proved to be a distraction from actually getting the work done. When I realized Trio Landscaping could not do any of the landscaping work, I had to scramble to find a landscaper in late May, to schedule...
Trio Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in July 2009
I had a great experience with Bluhm Brothers Landscaping. Everyone who came out was punctual and friendly. I would definitely use them again in the future.
Bluhm Brothers Landscaping Inc
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Reviewed in July 2013
The Monarch team came on time for the estimate and were up front on costs. The project went very smoothly, took a few days longer due to heavy rain. After a week, I had a brand new yard that i enjoy alot. I would recommended Monarch landscaping for the next landscaping project.
Monarch Landscaping
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Reviewed in March 2020
Absolutely amazing! Don and his team do beyond professional and the highest quality work. We built a new home with an unusable backyard because of the severe slope down into a wetland pond. Don created an absolutely beautiful design for our whole yard. It included a rock retaining wall to...
SIGNATURE PATIO & LANDSCAPE Co.
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Reviewed in December 2017
It went very well. They were very timely, friendly and picked up after themselves. Planting was done in October, so will wait and see what survives the winter.
LAWN BY THE YARD
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Landscapers in Wayzata

L & R Suburban Landscaping Inc

L & R Suburban Landscaping Inc

Customers say: Quality work

222 local quotes requested

47 years of experience

We specialize in hardscape design/build installations performed for thousand of customers since 1978. They trust us, have confidence in us and know we have the experience to expertly complete the project! We can help you with complete landscape renovations or new home landscaping. We are a full service design/build construction landscape company providing services that include retaining walls, paver & natural stone patios, walkways and driveways. Fire features, outdoor kitchens, seating benches , stone columns, plantings, pool removals/pool hardscape & landscape, shoreline renovations and more! Our facility is located in Minnetonka and is staffed daily Monday through Friday to assist you. On site estimates are scheduled at your home with the owners of L&R to accurately identify your landscape needs, wants and challenges. You will receive a documented proposal that identifies various application costs and a design may be created for your review depending upon the scope and scale of the project. We have the desire, skills, knowledge, and ability to do it all. We are experts in managing the installation process, ensuring that your landscaping project is a positive experience and is completed with outstanding results! Please let us know how we can help you!

"They were great to work with - professional, consultative, and detail-oriented. We are very happy with the work."

Sean K on September 2024

"They were great to work with - professional, consultative, and detail-oriented. We are very happy with the work."

Sean K on September 2024

Jason Black Landscaping

Jason Black Landscaping

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

54 local quotes requested

Owner/designer Jason Black has 30 years of professional design/installation experience and holds a Bachelor’s of Science from South Dakota State University in Landscape Design.

"Great. Very responsive. Yard looks great. Respectful crew"

Sherry C on August 2025

Owner/designer Jason Black has 30 years of professional design/installation experience and holds a Bachelor’s of Science from South Dakota State University in Landscape Design.

"Great. Very responsive. Yard looks great. Respectful crew"

Sherry C on August 2025

CROSSTOWN CONCRETE & BRICK PAVING INC

CROSSTOWN CONCRETE & BRICK PAVING INC

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

67 local quotes requested

We install: Retaining Walls (boulders, stone fonda lac or concrete block) Brick Paver's (patios, walks, steps, driveways & firepits) Concrete Work (patios, walks, steps, driveways & garage floors) Decorative stamped concrete We are a small company doing quality work for over 40 years. We specialize in hardscapes of any kind; steps, walks, drives, patios in concrete, stamped concrete, brick or stone. Let us help design and install your job. Two-year warranty on all concrete work and three years on all brick pavers and retaining walls. Great employees you can trust because they take pride in every job.

"Crosstown was great to work with from start to finish. Of the three companies that estimated the job, Crosstown was the only one that was able to handle the entire job. Our new patio looks great. Thanks, Greg and team!"

DAN C on December 2024

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

95 local quotes requested

PROFESSIONAL LAWN SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INSTALLED & SERVICED. WE DO INSTALLS ONLY AND WE ONLY SERVICE THOSE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS WE INSTALL.

"friendly, prompt, thorough"

Andrea S on June 2024

PROFESSIONAL LAWN SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INSTALLED & SERVICED. WE DO INSTALLS ONLY AND WE ONLY SERVICE THOSE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS WE INSTALL.

"friendly, prompt, thorough"

Andrea S on June 2024

Leviticus Contractors LLC

Leviticus Contractors LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

60 local quotes requested

Leviticus Contractors is a full service lawn care and landscape company. We specialize in outdoor creations with designs and installations. We offer a range of hardscaping services including pavers, stamped+brushed concrete and asphalt. We have been around the industry for over a decade and our experience is what sets us apart from the rest. We do this all day everyday and love it. We are fair priced and ready to make the outside of your house look amazing. Reach out today.

"Always top notch service. Leviticus is my go to for fall clean up and the consistency is great. I wouldn’t hire anyone else."

Henry F on February 2024

"Always top notch service. Leviticus is my go to for fall clean up and the consistency is great. I wouldn’t hire anyone else."

Henry F on February 2024

Great Goats Landscaping, Inc

Great Goats Landscaping, Inc

Customers say: Quality work

38 local quotes requested

25 years of experience

Family-owned business that works with homeowners. We beautify landscapes, add function to outdoor living spaces and collaborate with homeowners on project design.

"So happy with the project. Mike and crew did a wonderful job working with me to create a retaining wall to support a driveway as well as designed in ground basketball hoop into the wall. We get a many compliments from the regular walkers in the neighborhood. Mike was responsive and easy to work with. The paving contractor changed the grade of the driveway, and we then had to unexpectedly make changes to the wall. Mike and Great Goats were great in extending the project, continuing to work with me to change and complete the project in a timely and cost effective manner. Would hire again."

Tara S on November 2020

Family-owned business that works with homeowners. We beautify landscapes, add function to outdoor living spaces and collaborate with homeowners on project design.

Tara S on November 2020

Artistic Landscapes Inc

Artistic Landscapes Inc

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

75 local quotes requested

***WE SPECIALIZE IN LARGE LANDSCAPE PROJECTS*** Artistic Landscapes is a reasonably priced, professional landscape design and installation company serving the Twin Cities area. We love to work on renovation projects, turning a boring landscape into a beautiful landscape! We are an owner operated company with 5 employees, designing and installing beautiful landscape projects ranging from $5000.00 up to $200,000.00. We give attention to detail on all of our projects and install all of our projects ourselves! We are dedicated to quality work at a reasonable price that will stand the test of time.

"They did an excellent and impeccable job."

Tom D on April 2020

"They did an excellent and impeccable job."

Tom D on April 2020

Customers say: Quality work

56 local quotes requested

27 years of experience

Twin City Landscape is a full-service landscape design and installation company based in Minneapolis. We are friendly and cost effective! Our services include design and installation of patios and retaining walls for your outdoor living spaces. MN LICENSE #20073873.

"I can’t say enough about the level of professionalism, communication and quality of the work done by Debbie and her teams. We had at any point between one or two teams led by Alex working on our corner property project. They replaced a failing railroad tie retaining wall that covered three sides of our property, which reached 5’ in height in some areas. This required architectural considerations which Debbie handled perfectly. We looked at retaining wall bricks in person at a few different places, and also looked at stair replacements. We communicated with Debbie we wanted the wall even (so it doesn’t look wavy), as we’ve seen some uneven retaining walls walking around. They were paid a lot of attention to detail, and avoided it looking wavy, and made sure we had input all the way through the build. Additionally, they expanded our driveway to allow another car to park, fixed water creeping into my neighbors garage by fixing the grade and redirecting water away from property lines, and replaced our pitted stamped concrete path going up to our house with beautiful herringbone patterned bricks. Debbie also coordinated multiple contractors to manage in ground sprinkler modifications, ULV lighting additions, and replacing my old fence. They were very respectful of our property, and all the plants/gardens they worked around. Their work is top notch, and I would change nothing about my experience, it was exactly what we wanted. I’d use their services again without a doubt!"

Joshua F on April 2025

Better Yards & Gardens

Better Yards & Gardens

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

188 local quotes requested

May contact through email. Award winning. At Better Yards & Gardens Excellence is our standard for your landscape design! Creating your outdoor living space not only gives enjoyment to your family, but also enhances the investment potential of your property.

"Phenomenal business. Jessica and her team from Better Yards and Gardens have completed three major patio and landscaping projects for us over the past two years. Beautiful quality work, superb communication, fair pricing and flexible scheduling. We are very pleased with our new outdoor spaces and highly recommend the company."

Jennifer G on February 2025

Detail Stone

1261 Prairie View Trl

1261 Prairie View Trl

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

75 local quotes requested

Detail Stone is a family owned stone masonry business located in Burnsville, a suburb of Minneapolis MN. We are timeless Natural Stone Hardscape Designers and Installers. We specialize in custom stone walls, stone steps, stone patios, and stone walkways. In addition to outdoor fireplaces, bbq grills, and stone veneer. Serving the Twin Cities and surrounding Minnesota suburbs. We do not offer chimney repair, railroad tie, and wood install.

"Prompt and thorough quote. Job was started a day earlier than scheduled. Excellent workmanship and site was left cleaner than when they first arrived."

Carl P on October 2024

"Prompt and thorough quote. Job was started a day earlier than scheduled. Excellent workmanship and site was left cleaner than when they first arrived."

Carl P on October 2024

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FAQs for landscaping projects in Wayzata, MN

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.

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 check our state licensing tool 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:

The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.

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:

Repurpose existing features and materials
Softscape instead of hardscape
Choose the more inexpensive materials
DIY when you can
Buy young plants instead of mature ones

If you are an avid DIYer and have plenty of time to dedicate to your yard, doing your own landscaping (or at least some of it) can be an affordable option. Projects like planting a tree, planting grass, laying sod, or building a firepit can realistically be done without the need for a landscaping professional. However, these projects can take considerable time and some landscaping knowledge, so having a pro might save you in the long run.

Projects that are dangerous, like digging with heavy machinery or removing a tree, should always be done by a professional.

Landscaping costs around $3,500 but varies widely from $200 to $14,000. Factors that play a part in your final landscaping price tag include:

Location
Yard size
Project size
Materials
Land preparation
Type of landscaping

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.

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