Best 5 Landscaping Companies in Waco, TX

DIY Options vs. Professional Services

Many homeowners have a basic level of lawn maintenance knowledge. However, landscaping necessitates more advanced skills. A large project might require heavy equipment and intense labor. Complicated projects such as irrigation systems and fire pits need additional machinery and construction expertise.

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 planning a complete yard overhaul, consider hiring a professional.

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

Factors To Consider When Choosing an Waco Landscaping Company

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

Services Offered

Consider your lawn's needs when choosing a landscaping company. Some companies offer lawn care services—including pruning, mowing, fertilizing, controlling weeds, and mulching—to improve your yard health and maintenance. These companies often also offer pest control 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 adding hardscapes, landscaping rock projects, and gardening. 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

Your landscaping company should possess the appropriate licenses from the Waco city government. Most contractors also have advanced training and certification in areas such as horticulture, outdoor design, and lawn maintenance. Your provider might employ the following certified staff members:

• 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 National Association of Landscape Professionals and the Professional Landcare Network. While not mandatory, these certifications show a contractor's commitment to their profession. Ask to see a certificate of insurance or a provider's insurance numbers before beginning a project. All landscaping companies should be insured and bonded. Contractors normally have liability insurance to protect against property damage or bodily injury.

Reputation and Reviews

Look for a provider with an excellent reputation and positive customer reviews. You can read both negative and positive reviews on third-party review sites such as the Better Business Bureau in order to get a feel for how a company treats its customers. Avoid companies that have frequent mentions of unreliable customer service, delayed projects, or poor project results, or that have overall poor reviews.

Work Portfolio

Most landscaping and maintenance contractors are happy to share finished projects with potential customers. Ask the company for its portfolio of landscaping designs and projects. They might also provide before and after pictures to show the quality of their work. Ask about finished landscape designs similar to your project to get an idea of how it will look.

Sustainability Practices

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

Cost

Request multiple quotes from different to compare services and prices. Most companies offer free consultations during which they'll review your outdoor space, make recommendations, and discuss project plans. Your detailed quote should outline project costs such as materials and labor. You can use a quote to compare companies and sometimes negotiate a better price.

Landscaping Costs in Waco

In Waco, you should expect to pay roughly $23–$34 for landscaping, depending on project type and size. Significant yard work such as resodding will cost more than more straightforward tasks such as gardening and mowing. Factors such as your yard's size and the materials you choose will impact your final cost. For larger yards, a provider may charge by the acre. Bigger projects will require more labor, which will increase costs. The table below shows the average cost of common landscaping projects:

Landscaping Service	Average Cost
Deck	$12,967 - $17,289
Landscaping Design	$1,719 - $2,292
Landscaping LandGrading	$402 - $2,411
Landscaping Mulch	$24 - $121
Planting FlowerBeds	$80 - $1,607
Planting Trees	$211 - $351
Sodding	$40 - $48
Swimming Pool	$30,541 - $80,371