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 November 2015
Chris was very knowledgeable and prompt with both the job and communications. The job was looked at, provided and estimate and completed before some other landscapers returned messages.
Plastino & Son Landscape Contractors Inc
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Reviewed in June 2022
I LOVE my new yard, D&S did a fabulous job! The team was professional and meticulous in making sure that everything was perfect!
D & S Landscaping Inc
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Reviewed in October 2024
I have never been happier with my yard. We bought our home and the yard was nothing but weeds. This crew was amazing , punctual and worked till late to ensure the job was complete on time and on budget. On the topic of budget, I was given a price that was unbeatable, let me just say it was...
Ivan Landscape
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Reviewed in May 2019
Scenic View landscaping did a wonderful job. Frank was exceptionally communicative, responsive and easy to work with. Our yard had degraded over years from loss of trees and erosion. He regraded, added soil and sod and landscaped. He also rerouted an existing sump pump line. Our yard is now...
Scenic View Landscaping & Design Specialists LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
My wife and I met with George Murphy,the owner of Green With Envy Landscaping. George provided us with a complete, detailed and reasonable proposal for an entire new landscaping and sod plan. From inception to completion George's attitude and enthusiasm were extremely professional. The work...
GREEN WITH ENVY LANDSCAPING
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Reviewed in October 2015
I needed a last minute sod install before having a party and Frank was very accommodating and made it happen. He was very responsive to my requests (unlike other landscapers I contacted) and everything went as planned. I received several quotes from other landscapers and Frank's quote was very...
Almost Perfect Landscaping
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Reviewed in April 2015
They were great (professional and efficient). They completed the entire job on time .They also landscaped the front yard,sod and shrubs. I recommend them highly.
SCANAPICO LANDSCAPING
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Reviewed in February 2020
Thomas and his crew did an amazing job in a timely fashion. They were honest and didn't try to push unnecessary work on us. They transformed the front of our home with their landscaping design and new sod! We were completely satisfied with the work that Sagona did and would highly recommend...
Sagona Contracting, LLC
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Landscapers in Green Brook

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Lewis Natural Landscapes

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Lewis Natural Landscapes

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Landscape design and install. Patios, walkways, drainage and more. 25 years experience in the landscape industry. Our plant knowledge and level of detail makes us stand out from the rest.

My Paradise Landscaping

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My Paradise Landscaping

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My Paradise Landscaping is Monmouth County's favorite landscaping service,with reasonable pricing and free estimates.We offer services from lawn cutting to landscape design.Call us now at 732-693-9411 We serve in Shrewsbury Township, NJ; Shrewsbury, NJ; Oceanport, NJ;Long Branch, NJ; West Long Branch, NJ.

Harter Landscaping of White Plains

15 Bryant Avenue

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Harter Landscaping of White Plains

15 Bryant Avenue

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25 years of experience

Harter Landscaping & Contracting is a full service company offering complete grounds maintenance, design, and installation & construction. We provide service to a wide variety of both commercial and residential properties. We constantly strive for excellence and is committed to completing every project in a timely and professional manner. Our commitment to every customer is to understand their needs. We take great pride in communicating openly and honestly with them, and this has been a benchmark in our successful business growth. Our reputation speaks for itself and our quality of work and core values will never change.

Harter Landscaping of New Rochelle

52 Coligni Ave

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Harter Landscaping of New Rochelle

52 Coligni Ave

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25 years of experience

Full Service Aquatics and Landscape

P.O. Box 79

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Full Service Aquatics and Landscape

P.O. Box 79

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Customers say: Quality work

30 years of experience

Full Service Aquatics is the premier pond, water garden, koi pond, waterfall and water feature design, install, and service provider for the NJ area; also servicing areas of PA and NY boros. We specialize in creating amazing outdoor living areas with water.

Village Of Garden City

351 Stewart Ave

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Village Of Garden City

351 Stewart Ave

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Dcr Landscaping & Cnstr

Po Box 4195

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Dcr Landscaping & Cnstr

Po Box 4195

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Customers say: Quality work

36 years of experience

DCR Landscaping & Construction Inc. has been beautifying homes and businesses in New Jersey since 1989. We are a design/build landscape firm that is known for our excellence in quality and service. Our large spectrum of expertise enables us to fully materialize whatever you have envisioned. Allow DCR to utilize our knowledge to make your exterior a work of art.

Monello Landscape Industries

1302 Hamburg Tpke

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Monello Landscape Industries

1302 Hamburg Tpke

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Every landscaping project in New Jersey has the potential to reflect a personal taste and style. Combining a designer’s eye, an architect’s detail and nature’s pallet, every patch of grass and pile of dirt can be made into something extraordinary. Joe Monello had this vision 28 years ago when he established Monello Landscape Industries, LLC. For nearly three decades, Monello Landscapes has continued to uphold the values of innovative artistry and attention to detail that clients have come to expect. For over 25 YEARS Monello Landscape Industries specializes in RESIDENTIAL and COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPING in NEW JERSEY of all shapes and sizes. From retaining walls, to outdoor kitchens, fire pits, snow and ice management, commercial site work etc.The foundations of Monello Landscapes Industries, LLC lie on the experience of its staff. The team is headed by Joe Monello, who holds a Bachelor of Science from Rutgers University in Environmental Planning and Design, and is made up of employees that stay on top of the latest developments in the landscaping field.At Monello Landscapes, we strive to let our crafted works speak for themselves. Each home is treated as if it were our own, giving our valued client the guarantee of our full commitment to their project. We have outstanding referrals and testimonials that are available on request and we are proud to be a Better Business Bureau Accredited company.Please feel free to contact us today for quotes, information or to provide feedback of our services.

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FAQs for landscaping projects in Green Brook, NJ

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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