Best 5 Landscaping Companies in St. George, UT

DIY Options vs. Professional Services

You likely have some basic lawn maintenance knowledge. However, landscaping requires advanced skills, heavy equipment, and intense labor. More complicated landscaping projects, such as adding an irrigation system or fire pit, also necessitate machinery and construction experience.

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

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

Factors To Consider When Choosing an St. George Landscaping Company

Reputation and experience are important considerations for choosing a landscaping company, but it's also important that your provider offers the services you need within your budget. Consider the following factors when hiring a landscaping contractor.

Services Offered

Consider your lawn's needs when choosing a landscaping provider. Some providers offer lawn care services—including controlling weeds, pruning, mulching, fertilizing, and mowing—to help improve your yard health and maintenance. These companies often also offer pest control and tree clearing services.

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

Licensing and Experience

Your landscaper should hold the appropriate licensure from the Utah Division of Professional Licensing. Most contractors also have advanced training and certification in areas such as outdoor design, horticulture, and lawn maintenance. Your provider may have the following certified members on staff:

• 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, including the Professional Landcare Network and the National Association of Landscape Professionals. While not mandatory, these certifications are an added bonus. Landscaping companies should be fully insured and bonded. Contractors will typically have liability insurance for protection against bodily injury or property damage. Homeowners should request a certificate of insurance or insurance numbers to confirm coverage.

Reputation and Reviews

Look for a contractor who has a good reputation and positive customer reviews. Check both negative and positive reviews on third-party review sites such as the Better Business Bureau to get a feel for how a company treats its customers. Avoid companies that have frequent mentions of delayed projects, poor project results, or unreliable customer service, or that have generally poor reviews.

Work Portfolio

Ask to see a portfolio of your landscaping company's previous work. Most landscaping and maintenance companies are proud to share designs and projects with potential customers, including before and after pictures. You can ask for photos of past projects that are similar to your own design ideas so that you can get a picture of how your project will look.

Sustainability Practices

Ask your landscaping contractor about their sustainability practices, including eco-friendly material options, waste management, and water conservation. Your provider should be able to explain its own sustainability practices and offer recommendations for sustainable maintenance, like how to reduce cost, waste, and water consumption. When planting vegetation, the company should use native area plants, such as Colorado blue columbine, heartleaf arnica, and scarlet gilia. Any work they complete shouldn't impact your existing vegetation.

Cost

Request quotes from multiple companies to compare services and prices. Most providers offer free consultations during which they'll review your outdoor space, provide recommendations, and go over project ideas. Your detailed quote will outline project costs such as labor and materials. You can use this quote to compare companies and sometimes negotiate a better deal.

Landscaping Costs in St. George

Generally, landscaping costs $22–$33 per hour in St. George. These figures 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. Bigger projects require more labor, which will increase the final cost. Depending on the size of your yard, your provider may charge by the acre. The cost will also be influenced by the materials you choose. The table below shows the average cost of landscaping by project type:

Landscaping Service	Average Cost
Deck	$11,577 - $15,437
Landscaping Design	$1,653 - $2,204
Landscaping LandGrading	$398 - $2,388
Landscaping Mulch	$24 - $119
Planting FlowerBeds	$80 - $1,592
Planting Trees	$209 - $348
Sodding	$40 - $48
Swimming Pool	$30,245 - $79,591