Best 5 Landscaping Companies in Gloucester, NJ

DIY Options vs. Professional Services

Although many homeowners have basic lawn maintenance knowledge, landscaping necessitates more advanced skills. Completing a full-scale landscaping project requires heavy equipment and intense labor. More complex elements, such as fire put or irrigation systems, require construction and machinery expertise.

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 planning a complete 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 also offers lawn care services can improve your yard health. Hiring a professional also prevents costly DIY mistakes.

Factors To Consider When Choosing an Gloucester Landscaping Company

Take into consideration factors such as your services needs and budget as well as a company's experience when hiring a landscaper. Keep the following considerations in mind when hiring a landscaping contractor.

Services Offered

Have an idea of what services you need before picking a company. Some companies offer lawn care services focused on yard health and maintenance. These services can include mulching, fertilizing, controlling weeds, pruning, and mowing. Many also offer pest management solutions and tree removal services.

Look for 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 adding hardscapes, gardening, and landscaping rock projects. They can also help install sprinkler or irrigation systems, fire pits, retaining walls, and other architectural elements, and some even offer lawn maintenance services.

Licensing and Experience

Landscape contractors often have advanced training and certification in areas like lawn maintenance, outdoor design, and horticulture. A company should have the appropriate licenses from the Gloucester city government. It might also employ the following certified staff members:

• 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 National Association of Landscape Professionals and the Professional Landcare Network. While not mandatory, these certifications show a contractor's commitment to their profession. Landscaping contractors typically have liability insurance to protect against property damage or bodily injury. Your contractor should be fully insured and bonded. Request a certificate of insurance or insurance numbers to verify coverage.

Reputation and Reviews

We recommend checking third-party review sites such as the Better Business Bureau to gauge a provider's reputation and customer experience. Avoid companies with largely negative reviews or frequent mentions of unreliable customer service, delayed projects, or poor project results. Try to find a provider with positive customer ratings.

Work Portfolio

Many landscaping and maintenance companies proudly share photos of past projects with prospective customers. Ask 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

Sustainability is important to consider during and after landscaping work. Ask your landscaping company about its best practices for water conservation, eco-friendly material options, and waste management; you might also ask for maintenance recommendations. Landscaping companies should opt for native plant life (such as blue vervain, rough-stemmed goldenrod, and cardinal flower) when planting new vegetation, and they shouldn't allow their work to affect your existing vegetation.

Cost

Many companies offer free consultations, during which the contractor will review your outdoor space, offer recommendations, and go over project plans. Your detailed quote will cover project expenses like labor and materials. We recommend getting quotes from multiple companies, which you can then use to compare rates and services and sometimes negotiate a better price.

Landscaping Costs in Gloucester

Generally, landscaping costs $26–$38 per hour in Gloucester. These costs vary based on project type and size. Tasks that require less complicated work, such as gardening or mowing, will cost less than a larger project like resodding. Factors such as materials and the size of your yard will impact your final cost. For larger yards, companies may charge by the acre. Large or complex projects will require more labor, which will increase costs. The table below breaks down the average cost of different landscaping services:

Landscaping Service	Average Cost
Deck	$12,683 - $16,911
Landscaping Design	$1,939 - $2,586
Landscaping LandGrading	$415 - $2,489
Landscaping Mulch	$25 - $124
Planting FlowerBeds	$83 - $1,660
Planting Trees	$217 - $363
Sodding	$41 - $50
Swimming Pool	$31,533 - $82,983