Best 5 Landscaping Companies in Huntington, WV

DIY Options vs. Professional Services

Although many homeowners have basic lawn maintenance knowledge, landscaping needs more advanced skills. Full-scale landscaping projects require heavy equipment and intense labor. Adding more complex elements, such as a fire pit or irrigation system, requires construction and machinery expertise.

You can DIY some landscaping projects, such as removing overgrown plants or adding flower beds. However, if you lack the needed lawn expertise or if you're planning a total yard overhaul, we recommend hiring a landscaper.

Professional landscape architects and designers have the skill set to elevate your outdoor space and the knowledge to develop a long-term maintenance plan. Your local professional can explain the most cost-effective upgrades, and one who offers lawn care services can improve your yard health. Hiring a professional also prevents costly DIY mistakes.

Factors To Consider When Choosing an Huntington Landscaping Company

You should consider factors such as your budget and service needs as well as a company's experience when hiring a landscaping company. Keep the following factors in mind when shopping for landscaping contractors.

Services Offered

Consider your landscaping needs before choosing a company. Some companies offer lawn care services—including pruning, mulching, fertilizing, mowing, and controlling weeds—to help with your yard health and maintenance. These companies often also offer pest control and tree clearing services.

You'll want full-service landscaping if you plan to revamp your yard or want new outdoor elements, such as a fire pit. Full-service companies specialize in outdoor upgrades and designs, including landscaping rock projects, adding hardscapes, and gardening. They can also help install retaining walls, fire pits, sprinkler or irrigation systems, and other architectural elements. Some offer lawn maintenance services.

Licensing and Experience

Most landscaping contractors are trained and certified in various areas, such as outdoor design, lawn maintenance, and horticulture. Your provider should have the appropriate licenses from the West Virginia Division of Labor. 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, including the National Association of Landscape Professionals and the Professional Landcare Network. These certifications are an added bonus, but not mandatory. Your landscaper should be fully bonded and insured. Most contractors have liability insurance to protect against bodily injury or property damage. Ask to see an insurance certificate or insurance numbers to confirm a company's coverage.

Reputation and Reviews

Seek out companies with excellent reputations and positive customer experiences. You can check third-party review sites such as the Better Business Bureau. Look for both negative and positive reviews to gauge how a provider treats its customers. Be wary of companies with mostly negative reviews and frequent mentions of poor project results, unreliable customer service, or delayed projects.

Work Portfolio

Most landscaping and maintenance companies have before and after photos of previously completed projects to demonstrate the quality of their work. Ask to see your provider's portfolio. You can specifically ask for photos of projects similar to yours, to see how yours might look and even get some inspiration.

Sustainability Practices

Ask your landscaping contractor about their sustainability practices, including waste management, water conservation, and eco-friendly material options. 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, the company should choose native area plants, such as trumpet honeysuckle, climbing aster, and narrowleaf sunflower. Any work completed shouldn't affect your existing vegetation.

Cost

Request multiple quotes from different to compare services and prices. Most providers offer free consultations in which they'll review your outdoor space, make 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 with other companies and sometimes negotiate a better price.

Landscaping Costs in Huntington

Landscaping in Huntington generally costs between $12 and $19 per hour. These prices depend on factors such as project size and type. Bigger projects like resodding will be more expensive than simple lawn tasks like mowing or gardening. Depending on the size of your yard, your provider may charge by the acre. Larger or more complex projects require more labor, which will increase the cost. Pricing will also depend on your selected materials. The table below breaks down the average cost of landscaping by project type:

Landscaping Service	Average Cost
Deck	$11,485 - $15,314
Landscaping Design	$935 - $1,247
Landscaping LandGrading	$355 - $2,133
Landscaping Mulch	$21 - $107
Planting FlowerBeds	$71 - $1,422
Planting Trees	$186 - $311
Sodding	$36 - $43
Swimming Pool	$27,012 - $71,085