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 May 2016
Bill Gallagher, one of the owners of the company, came to my residence to discuss scope of work needed. He was very through with the details and clearly explained the scale of work and materials needed. He suggested ways I could save on expenses with repurposing materials onsite and simply tie...
Green Side Up Landscaping
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Reviewed in July 2018
I was very impressed with the professional job I have experienced with this company. I have our front yard maintained, weekly. Seasonally, my back yard is cleaned up and my beds are mulched. Taylor is very responsive, professional, friendly and courteous. Southern Landscaping leaves my property...
Southern Landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2019
Excellent work! Deshaun was a pleasure to work with-he delivered as promised, Very professional and prices were fair and reasonable-I’m continuing to use this company for all my Landscaping needs-
All About Lawns
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Reviewed in January 2024
I HIGHLY recommend B&B Landscaping . They kept my yard looking beautiful all summer long. They are dependable, hardworking, and do a great job. I always receive compliments on how beautiful my lawn is and it’s because of JD and B&B LANDSCAPING!!🌿🌱🌺🌲
B & B Landscaping
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Reviewed in December 2013
He is an amazing landscaper. His crew did all of our irrigation and sod. We planted 10 palm trees. Bryan and his staff are just remarkable.
Backwoods Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in August 2006
I am pleased to have a beautiful yard that surrounds the pool and patio. The landscaper certainly knew his job and just where to plant the trees to give the property equity. The whole family loves the beauty of nature. I did not think the cost was bad at all.
GREENSCAPES LANDSCAPING & LAWN
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Reviewed in August 2014
Called and was able to come out the same day to give estimate. Started work as soon as Miss Utility marked yard. Completely landscaped and did improvements on retaining wall all in one day. Very impresses with workmanship and professionalism. Would highly recommend using Willow Landscaping. I...
Willow Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in May 2017
Shrubs replacement was great. The front yard was supposed to have been graded and seeded. We got some seed, but the front yard is filled with rocks and large chunks of dirt. Part of the front yard was not even seeded. We feel that we paid a fortune, and our yard does not look much better. Very...
Cross Creek Nursery & Landscaping
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