Best 5 Landscaping Companies in Margate, FL

DIY Options vs. Professional Services

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

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

Professional landscape designers and architects have the skills to elevate your outdoor space and the knowledge to develop a long-term maintenance plan. A local professional can explain the most cost-effective upgrades, and one who also offers lawn care services can improve your yard health. Hiring a professional also prevents costly DIY mistakes.

Factors To Consider When Choosing an Margate Landscaping Company

Selecting the right landscaper involves finding one with good experience that also meets your service needs and budget. Keep the following considerations in mind when shopping for landscaping contractors.

Services Offered

Assess your landscaping needs before selecting a provider. If you need assistance with yard health and maintenance, look for one that offers lawn care services. These services may include pruning, fertilizing, controlling weeds, mowing, and mulching. Some companies offer additional pest management services and tree removal.

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

Licensing and Experience

Your provider should possess the appropriate licenses from the Margate city government. Most contractors also have advanced training and certification in areas such as horticulture, outdoor design, and lawn maintenance. 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 may also have certifications from professional organizations, such as the Professional Landcare Network and the National Association of Landscape Professionals. These certifications are not mandatory, but a way to show a contractor's commitment to their profession. Your landscaper should be fully insured and bonded. Contractors should have liability insurance for protection against property damage or bodily injury. Request a certificate of insurance or insurance numbers to confirm coverage.

Reputation and Reviews

Look for companies with positive customer reviews and strong reputations. You can check third-party review sites such as the Better Business Bureau. Look for both negative and positive reviews for each company to gauge how it treats its customers. Be wary of companies with mainly negative customer reviews and frequent mentions of unreliable customer service, delayed projects, or poor project results.

Work Portfolio

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

Sustainability Practices

Ask your landscaping company about its sustainability practices, such as water conservation, waste management, and eco-friendly material options. Your provider can explain its own sustainability practices and offer recommendations for sustainable maintenance, including how to reduce cost, water consumption, and waste. When planting vegetation, your landscaper should select native area plants, such as trumpet honeysuckle, climbing aster, and narrowleaf sunflower. Any work completed shouldn't have an impact on your existing vegetation.

Cost

You should request quotes from multiple companies—this allows you to compare rates and services and may even help you negotiate a better price. Many providers offer free consultations to review your outdoor space, talk about project plans, and provide recommendations. Your detailed quote includes information about various project costs, such as labor and materials.

Landscaping Costs in Margate

In Margate, you should expect to spend roughly $23–$34 for landscaping, depending on project type and size. Significant yard work like resodding will be more expensive than easier tasks like gardening and mowing. Factors such as your yard's size and the materials you choose will affect your final price. For larger yards, companies may charge by the acre. Bigger projects need more labor, which will increase costs. Here's the average cost of landscaping by project type:

Landscaping Service	Average Cost
Deck	$12,584 - $16,779
Landscaping Design	$1,726 - $2,301
Landscaping LandGrading	$402 - $2,414
Landscaping Mulch	$24 - $121
Planting FlowerBeds	$80 - $1,609
Planting Trees	$211 - $352
Sodding	$40 - $48
Swimming Pool	$30,572 - $80,452