Best 4 Landscaping Companies in Brownsville, TX

DIY Options vs. Professional Services

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

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

Hiring a landscape architect or designer helps prevent you from making expensive mistakes. Professionals have the knowledge and skills to elevate your outdoor living space, recommend cost-effective upgrades, and help you develop a plan for long-term maintenance.

Factors To Consider When Choosing an Brownsville Landscaping Company

Reputation and experience are important considerations when hiring a landscaper, but it's also important that the provider offers the services you need within your budget. Keep the following considerations in mind when hiring a landscaping contractor.

Services Offered

Different landscaping companies serve different lawn needs. Some companies focus on services that help with your yard's health and maintenance, such as mowing, mulching, fertilizing, controlling weeds, and pruning. These companies often also provide pest management and tree cutting services.

A full-service landscaper is your best choice if you want to revamp your entire yard or install architectural elements such as fire pits, retaining walls, and sprinkler or irrigation systems. These companies specialize in outdoor upgrades and designs, such as gardening, adding hardscapes, and landscaping rock projects. Some also offer lawn maintenance services.

Licensing and Experience

Most landscaping contractors are trained and certified in areas like horticulture, lawn maintenance, and outdoor design. Your provider should have the appropriate licenses from the Brownsville 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 have 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. Request a certificate of insurance or a company's insurance numbers before starting a project. All landscaping companies should be bonded and insured. Contractors will typically have liability insurance to protect against property damage or bodily injury.

Reputation and Reviews

We suggest using third-party review sites such as the Better Business Bureau to gauge a company's reputation and customer experience. Stay away from companies with largely negative reviews or frequent mentions of poor project results, delayed projects, or unreliable customer service. Try to choose a provider with positive customer ratings.

Work Portfolio

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

Sustainability Practices

Sustainability is an important consideration during and after landscaping work. Ask your provider about its best practices for eco-friendly material options, waste management, and water conservation; you might also ask for maintenance recommendations. Landscaping companies should opt for native plant life (such as desert marigold, blackfoot daisy, and desert sand verbena) when planting new vegetation, and they shouldn't let their work affect your existing vegetation.

Cost

Many landscapers offer free consultations. During this process, the contractor will review your outdoor space, offer recommendations, and go over project plans. Your detailed quote will cover project costs such as labor and materials. We recommend getting quotes from multiple companies, as you can use these to compare rates and services and sometimes negotiate a better price.

Landscaping Costs in Brownsville

Generally, landscaping costs $17–$25 per hour in Brownsville. These figures vary based on project size and type. Tasks that require less complicated work, such as gardening or mowing, will be less expensive than a larger project like resodding. Factors like the size of your yard and the materials you choose will impact your final price. For larger yards, companies might charge by the acre. Large-scale projects will require more labor, which will increase costs. Here's the average cost of landscaping by project type:

Landscaping Service	Average Cost
Deck	$11,680 - $15,573
Landscaping Design	$1,253 - $1,671
Landscaping LandGrading	$374 - $2,246
Landscaping Mulch	$22 - $112
Planting FlowerBeds	$75 - $1,497
Planting Trees	$196 - $327
Sodding	$37 - $45
Swimming Pool	$28,444 - $74,853