Best 5 Landscaping Companies in Everett, MA

DIY Options vs. Professional Services

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

You can complete some landscaping projects on your own. Smaller projects, such as adding a flower bed or removing overgrown plants, are easier to DIY. However, you should hire a landscaping contractor for things like a complete yard overhaul, and for smaller projects if you don't have the needed expertise.

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

Factors To Consider When Choosing an Everett Landscaping Company

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

Services Offered

Know what services you need before selecting a provider. Some companies provide lawn care services focused on yard health and maintenance. These services may include fertilizing, controlling weeds, pruning, mowing, and mulching. Many also offer pest management solutions and tree removal services.

You should hire a full-service landscaper if you're revamping your entire yard or adding new elements, such as a fire pit. These providers specialize in outdoor upgrades and designs, such as landscaping rock projects, adding hardscapes, and gardening. They can also help install fire pits, sprinkler or irrigation systems, retaining walls, and other architectural elements. Some also provide lawn maintenance services.

Licensing and Experience

Most landscapers are trained and certified in various areas, such as horticulture, outdoor design, and lawn maintenance. Your provider should possess the appropriate licenses from the Everett city government. It may also employ the following certified professionals:

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

It may 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. Landscaping contractors normally have liability insurance to protect against bodily injury or property damage. Any contractor 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

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

Work Portfolio

Many landscaping and maintenance companies proudly share photos of previously completed projects with potential customers. Request to see a portfolio of landscaping designs and projects, ideally ones that are similar to the ideas you have for your yard. Companies often have before and after photos to illustrate the quality of their work.

Sustainability Practices

Ask your landscaper about their sustainability practices, including waste management, eco-friendly material options, and water conservation. Your provider can explain its own sustainability practices and provide 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 blue vervain, rough-stemmed goldenrod, and cardinal flower. Any work they complete shouldn't have an impact on your existing vegetation.

Cost

Request quotes from multiple companies to compare pricing and services. Most providers offer free consultations where they'll review your outdoor space, offer recommendations, and go over project plans. Your detailed quote should outline project costs such as materials and labor. You can use this quote to compare with other companies and sometimes negotiate a better deal.

Landscaping Costs in Everett

Landscaping typically costs $36–$54 per hour in Everett, depending on project type and size. Simple tasks like gardening or mowing are less expensive than significant yard work, such as resodding. Depending on the size of your yard, your provider may charge by the acre. Large-scale projects require more labor, increasing the project total. Pricing will also depend on your selected materials. Here's the average cost of landscaping by project type:

Landscaping Service	Average Cost
Deck	$13,834 - $18,445
Landscaping Design	$2,730 - $3,639
Landscaping LandGrading	$462 - $2,770
Landscaping Mulch	$28 - $139
Planting FlowerBeds	$92 - $1,847
Planting Trees	$242 - $404
Sodding	$46 - $55
Swimming Pool	$35,093 - $92,350