91,840 Landscape Contractors

What does a landscape contractor do?

Landscaping contractors execute lawn, garden and hardscaping plans that have been drawn up by an architect or designer. They may also provide design services on their own. After the everything has been installed, landscape companies can make adjustments, maintain plantings, take care of weeds and pests, and perform other tasks to keep the scheme looking its best. Licensed landscapers should have detailed knowledge of weather and climate trends and conditions, and can choose plants and materials that are well suited to the area. Residential landscape companies also handle many of the same general duties as builders, including arranging for construction permits, hiring subcontractors and making sure that designs comply with building codes.

Here are some related professionals and vendors to complement the work of landscape contractors: Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers, Garden & Landscape Supplies, Stone, Pavers & Concrete, Tree Services.

Questions to ask a prospective landscaping companies:

• How long have you been in the landscaping contractor business?
  
• How many projects like mine have you completed?
  
• Who will be working on the project?
  
• Are the workers employees or subcontractors?
  
• Can you provide me with references?
  
• May I see a current jobsite?
  
• Are you and your employees licensed and insured?
  
• What license(s) do you have?
  
• What other training and affiliations do you have?
  
• How do you charge, and what does that include?
  
• Can you provide me a written estimate?
  
• What do your services include?
  
• When can this job get done?
  
• What happens when cost exceeds the budget? What about changes to materials or labor pricing?
  
• What will I need to provide?
  
• Are there any important considerations or concerns you foresee with this project?
  

Find landscaping services on Houzz. Narrow your search in the Professionals section of the website to landscape contractors. You may also look through photos of landscapes to find one you like, then contact the landscaping company who worked on it.