Best 5 Landscaping Companies in Huntsville, AL

DIY Options vs. Professional Services

Most homeowners have some basic lawn maintenance knowledge. However, landscaping necessitates more advanced skills. Large projects may require intense labor and heavy equipment. Complicated projects such as fire pits or irrigation systems need additional machinery and construction expertise.

You can DIY some landscaping projects, such as adding flower beds or removing overgrown plants. However, if you don't have basic lawn expertise or if you want to do a total yard overhaul, consider hiring a landscaping contractor.

Professional landscape designers and architects have the skills to elevate your outdoor space and the expertise to create a long-term maintenance plan. Your local professional can identify the most cost-effective upgrades, and one who also offers lawn care services can enhance your yard health. Hiring a professional also prevents expensive DIY mistakes.

Factors To Consider When Choosing an Huntsville Landscaping Company

Selecting the right landscaper involves finding one with good experience that also fits your service needs and budget. Consider the following factors when hiring a landscaping contractor.

Services Offered

You should assess your landscaping needs before selecting a provider. If you want assistance with yard health and maintenance, find one that offers lawn care services. These services might include fertilizing, mulching, mowing, controlling weeds, and pruning. Some companies provide additional pest control and tree removal services.

You want a full-service landscaping company for full-yard revamps or to install elements such as fire pits, sprinkler or irrigation systems, or retaining walls. These providers specialize in outdoor designs and upgrades, including adding hardscapes, landscaping rock projects, and gardening. Some offer lawn maintenance services in addition to design and architectural services.

Licensing and Experience

Your landscaper should have the appropriate licenses from the Alabama Department of Agriculture. Contractors often also have advanced training and certification in areas such as outdoor design, lawn maintenance, and horticulture. Your provider may have the following certified members on staff:

• Certified fertilization or pesticide specialists
• Licensed arborists
• Licensed horticulture specialists
• Licensed or certified landscaping designers or architects

It might also hold certifications from professional organizations, such as the Professional Landcare Network and the National Association of Landscape Professionals. These certifications are an added bonus, but not mandatory. Request a certificate of insurance or a provider's insurance numbers before beginning a project. All landscaping companies should be insured and bonded. Contractors normally have liability insurance to protect against bodily injury or property damage.

Reputation and Reviews

Look for a contractor who has an excellent reputation and positive customer reviews. Check both positive and negative reviews on third-party review sites such as the Better Business Bureau to get a feel for how a company treats its customers. You want to avoid providers that have frequent mentions of poor project results, delayed projects, or unreliable customer service, or that have overall poor reviews.

Work Portfolio

Most landscaping and maintenance companies will have before and after photos of previous projects to showcase their work to potential customers. Ask to see your provider's portfolio. You can specifically ask for photos of projects similar to yours, to see how yours might look and even get some inspiration.

Sustainability Practices

Sustainability practices might include eco-friendly material options, waste management, and water conservation, and they're an important consideration when selecting a landscaping company. Landscaping work done on your property shouldn't impact your current vegetation. Additionally, your landscaper should choose native plants, such as trumpet honeysuckle, climbing aster, and narrowleaf sunflower. Ask about sustainability practices for your project, and get recommendations for ways to reduce maintenance costs, waste, and water consumption.

Cost

We recommend requesting quotes from multiple companies. This lets you compare services and cost and may even help you negotiate a better price. Many providers offer free consultations to review your outdoor space, discuss project plans, and provide recommendations. Your detailed quote includes information about various project costs, such as labor and materials.

Landscaping Costs in Huntsville

In Huntsville, you should expect to pay approximately $20–$30 for landscaping, depending on project size and type. Significant yard work like resodding will cost more than more straightforward tasks such as gardening and mowing. Factors like your yard's size and the materials you choose will impact your final cost. For larger yards, companies might charge by the acre. Large-scale projects need more labor, which will increase costs. Here's the average cost of common landscaping projects:

Landscaping Service	Average Cost
Deck	$11,711 - $15,614
Landscaping Design	$1,496 - $1,995
Landscaping LandGrading	$389 - $2,332
Landscaping Mulch	$23 - $117
Planting FlowerBeds	$78 - $1,555
Planting Trees	$204 - $340
Sodding	$39 - $47
Swimming Pool	$29,539 - $77,734