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 September 2022
Aaron and his team were very easy to work with. Throughout the whole process, Aaron was friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and transparent. He worked with our schedule and came out at a time that was convenient for us to go over the different options they provided and to show samples. He...
Southern Turf Co.
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Reviewed in February 2017
Gomez Landscaping did a superb job from the estimate to the punch list. I will most certainly use their landscaping services and routine yard maintenance services in the future. Highly recommended.
G Lawnscapes LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
Outdoor Designs does excellent work and are such professionals. First project was to work on drainage issues, great results. Most recently landscape work leveling back yard and putting in sod. Have referred to several neighbors and all were pleased with their work! Wes and crew are a pleasure to...
Outdoor Designs
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Reviewed in April 2021
I couldn't be happier. I interviewed a lot of landscapers before I hired Morningstar Landscaping. Lucky me, to get them. The work was terrific.
Morningstar Landscaping & Construction Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2020
We are thrilled to have a freshly sodded yard and new garden beds thanks to the guys at Transformed Landscaping! We appreciated their responsiveness, quality work, timely manner, and professionalism. Thanks for going above and beyond!
Transformed Landscaping
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Reviewed in October 2023
We needed our whole backyard landscaped. we had some idea of what we wanted Jorge helped us with the fine details and suggestions as to what would work. once we were ready to begin the guys arrived on time and the work was completed ahead of schedule. it turned out beautiful! would defiantly...
Picture Perfect Yard Services
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Reviewed in July 2014
They prepared a plan to meet our requirements as well as those of our HOA, and submitted the plan to the HOA for approval. Once approved, they removed existing turf and groundcover, installed commercial-grade weed barrier, and laid a decomposed granite pathway with stepping stones, large river...
Bowman Construction
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Reviewed in April 2017
The team was punctual and professional, offering expert advice and service on my landscaping project. They completed project in only a few days, and even came by on a Saturday to lay sod. Cheers!
D & L Landscaping & Irrigation
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Reviewed in May 2011
I was very pleased with the workmanship and the final out come. I will be using Mr Martinez for future landscaping projects.
ARNULFO MARTINEZ
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