Best 5 Landscaping Companies in Winfield, IL

DIY Options vs. Professional Services

While many homeowners have basic lawn maintenance skills, landscaping requires more specialized knowledge. Full-scale landscaping employs intense labor and heavy equipment. More complex elements, such as irrigation systems or fire pits, need machinery and construction experience as well.

Small landscaping projects, such as removing overgrown plants or adding flower beds, can be easy projects to DIY. If you don't have the needed lawn expertise or are looking for a total yard overhaul, consider hiring a professional.

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

Factors To Consider When Choosing an Winfield Landscaping Company

You want to find a landscaping company that offers the services you need at a reasonable price. You also want to know that your provider has a good reputation. Keep the following considerations in mind when shopping for landscaping contractors.

Services Offered

Different landscaping providers cater to different lawn needs. Some companies focus on services that help with the health and maintenance of your yard, such as mulching, fertilizing, controlling weeds, mowing, and pruning. These providers also often offer pest management and tree cutting services.

Plan to hire a full-service landscaping company if you plan to do a full revamp of your yard or want to install elements such as sprinkler or irrigation systems, retaining walls, or fire pits. These providers specialize in outdoor designs and upgrades, including landscaping rock projects, gardening, and adding hardscapes. Some provide lawn maintenance services in addition to architectural and design services.

Licensing and Experience

Most landscaping contractors are trained and certified in areas like outdoor design, lawn maintenance, and horticulture. Your provider should possess the appropriate licenses from the Winfield city government. It might also employ the following certified professionals:

• 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. While not mandatory, these certifications are an added bonus. Landscapers typically have liability insurance to protect against bodily injury or property damage. Any provider you hire should be fully insured and bonded. Make sure to request a certificate of insurance or insurance numbers to confirm coverage.

Reputation and Reviews

Try to find a contractor who has a good reputation and positive customer reviews. Check both negative and positive reviews on third-party review sites like the Better Business Bureau in order to get a feel for how a provider treats its customers. Avoid providers that have frequent mentions of delayed projects, poor project results, or unreliable customer service, or that have overall poor reviews.

Work Portfolio

Ask to see a portfolio of your landscaping contractor's previous work. Most landscaping and maintenance companies are happy to share designs and projects with potential customers, including before and after pictures. Ask for photos of past projects that are similar to your own design ideas to get an idea of how yours will look.

Sustainability Practices

Sustainability is important to consider both during and after a landscaping project. Ask your landscaping company about its best practices for waste management, water conservation, and eco-friendly material options; you might also ask for maintenance recommendations. Landscaping providers should use native plants (such as swamp milkweed, wild columbine, and cup-plant) when planting new vegetation, and they shouldn't let their work affect your existing vegetation.

Cost

We recommend requesting quotes from multiple companies. This lets you compare services and cost and can even help you negotiate a lower price. Many companies offer free consultations to review your outdoor space, talk about project plans, and provide recommendations. Your detailed quote should include information about various project expenses, such as materials and labor.

Landscaping Costs in Winfield

In Winfield, you can expect to pay roughly $28–$42 for landscaping, depending on project type and size. Significant yard work such as resodding will be more expensive than easier tasks such as mowing and gardening. Factors such as your yard's size and the materials you choose will all influence your final cost. For larger yards, companies might charge by the acre. Bigger projects will require more labor, which will increase costs. The table below breaks down the average cost of landscaping by project type:

Landscaping Service	Average Cost
Deck	$12,933 - $17,244
Landscaping Design	$2,119 - $2,825
Landscaping LandGrading	$426 - $2,553
Landscaping Mulch	$26 - $128
Planting FlowerBeds	$85 - $1,702
Planting Trees	$223 - $372
Sodding	$43 - $51
Swimming Pool	$32,341 - $85,109