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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Reviewed in October 2019
Sam did a great job- regraded lawn, installed drainage and dry rock bed, rebuilt retaining wall, planted sod. Very pleased and absolutely no more drainage issues or swampy lawn!
SAM'S RETAINING WALLS & HOME REPAIR
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Reviewed in March 2016
I get lots of complements on the landscaping in the front yard. I recommend lawn and landscape solutions to all of my neighbors
Lawn & Landscape Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in May 2011
Large areas of dead sod and a few dead shrubs. Irrigation had leak in one of 2 exposed lines, repaired leak but did not re-bury lines. Irrigation spouts installed crooked. Entire yard is bumpy. We have been waiting for someone from Heartland to return our requests but have heard nothing....since...
HEARTLAND LANDSCAPE GROUP INC
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Reviewed in April 2014
Very professional. Good communication skills re seeded patches that did not fair well and with no charge. Fair in every way This is the second part of my review for Freedom Lawn. Jonthan did not complete work he was commissioned to do. My story is now identical to the other reviewer. Showed...
FREEDOM LAWN SVC & LANDSCAPING
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Reviewed in April 2024
Brett came and did a portion of my back yard. It was a job that e required lit of .moving landscaping brick and rock. He did a great job and is always very professional. He also cuts my grass each week in the summer months and is a great worker.
B&H Yardworks
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Reviewed in April 2014
We hired them to lay patio stones and plant shrubs. The patio is wavy and has sunken spots and they never brought the plants we paid for. All we got were plants they dug out of someone else's yard.
Enviroscape
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Reviewed in June 2018
Trimming and top soil great, but replanted Boxwood Shrubs all dying, as not replanted with enough dirt and deep enough. Existing landscape rock was rolled into the holes no way for shrubs to root. Never returned to locate drain covered with sod (3 requests.)
Cooper Outdoor Services, Inc
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Reviewed in April 2023
Jay and Bella Landscaping were outstanding! Great communication, took our ideas and had great suggestions to improve them. His crew were hardworking and very helpful. Would definitely recommend and would use again!!
Bella Landscape & Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2025
Rick and crew were great! They removed overgrown weeds and rock landscaping around my pool and replaced with new rock and landscaping. The price was very fair and they completed the work quickly! I have more landscaping work I plan on doing soon and I will definitely be using them again.
Main Event Landscaping
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Reviewed in April 2012
They have been great. They do their job, do a great job, they are very thorough about what they do. They think about what they are doing before they do it and I've never had to call them back. With this kind of business there are delays because you get busy or rain so it causes delays.
CUTTING EDGE Lawn & Landscape
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Highland Hills Land Management

1517 Cottleville Pkwy, Suite 106L

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Highland Hills Land Management

1517 Cottleville Pkwy, Suite 106L

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With years of experience in the excavation industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or piece of property. We handle all of your excavation and land management needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Highland Hills Land Management a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Dan's Lawn Care and Maintenance, LLC

Dan's Lawn Care and Maintenance, LLC

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With 10 years of experience under our belt, Dan's Lawn Care and Maintenance, LLC, is your premier landscaping professional servicing residents across Saint Charles county and surrounding areas. At Dan's Lawn Care and Maintenance, LLC, we always execute on our promise to deliver professionalism, punctuality, and customer satisfaction. Our services include but are not limited to: landscaping, hardscaping, and retaining walls. No job is too big for us to handle! For a professional you can trust to get the job done right, give Dan's Lawn Care and Maintenance, LLC, a call today for your free estimate!

"Overall we are very pleased with Dan's work."

Gene H on August 2024

"Overall we are very pleased with Dan's work."

Gene H on August 2024

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

DigMasters is your premier choice for all your excavation needs. With our expertise and state-of-the-art equipment, we deliver top-notch results that set us apart from the competition. Contact us today for professional and reliable service.

"Amazing in n out Truly amazed by the work take"

Eric D on September 2024

"Amazing in n out Truly amazed by the work take"

Eric D on September 2024

1 years of experience

We are a detail oriented group who also know how manage time well. We are capable of many different aspects of carpentry and fencing. We also can preform demolition and clean ups. There is not alot we can not preform. We have about 53 years of combined experience. Please do not hesitate to ask us anything.

Main Event Landscaping

Main Event Landscaping And Remodeling

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Main Event Landscaping

Main Event Landscaping And Remodeling

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Your satisfaction is very important to us. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered.

"They did a great job with my mulch install job. Very nice and efficient. I would hire them again."

Ian W on June 2025

Your satisfaction is very important to us. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered.

"They did a great job with my mulch install job. Very nice and efficient. I would hire them again."

Ian W on June 2025

Fairchild Lawncare LLC

17676 Hwy NN

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Fairchild Lawncare LLC

17676 Hwy NN

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1 years of experience

My business offers Mowing, weed eating, landscaping, and power washing. My goal is to help maintain your property to look the best it can, I have been in the mowing industry for about 5 years, this past year I have took it to the next level and now have my own business.

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We specialize in removal of all unwanted items, junk hauling, yard debris removal, trash removal, and more! We have trailers and dumpsters for any size job! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent, The moment I spoke with the owner I knew this was the company for me. I called him back within the hour to confirm his service. He was professional and caring. Notified us when the drive was on the way. NOTE. I love the fact this his company on dumpsters rentals is not based on the weight."

Mark S on August 2025

3 years of experience

CJA Landscaping specialties landscaping and cleanup, also offering painting services. I have 6 Years of construction experience from working with family and also working for companies. I love the architecture of doing landscaping I think the simple idea of landscaping is why I like to so much. I am the owner and operator of CJA Landscaping, My number is. 2175778633

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FAQs for landscaping projects in Louisiana, MO

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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