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Last update on April 27, 2025
Since 2006, Green City Gardens has been beautifying Chicagoland, one yard at a time. Our enthusiasm and dedication are evident in the creativity of our designs and the quality of our work. Since every landscape in different, "cookie cutter" solutions won't do. Green City Gardens personalizes every design according to our clients' needs and desires. We won't show up and dictate what you need...we'll listen to you and give you what you want. From complete landscape design & installation to simple garden makeovers to beautiful flower pots, Green City Gardens can improve your quality of life.
"We recently hired Green City Gardens for a landscaping project and we couldn't be happier with the results! JD's knowledge about plants and design is so impressive. He took the time to listen to our vision and made excellent recommendations based on our layout, local climate, and soil conditions. JD and his team's attention to detail was also impeccable. They were incredibly thorough in every aspect of the project, from preparing the soil to ensuring proper drainage. They worked efficiently but took the time needed to get everything just right. I especially appreciated how they kept the workspace clean and organized throughout. In addition to their technical skills, their customer service was outstanding. They communicated clearly, kept us informed about progress, and were always open to our input. I felt like they truly cared about making sure we were happy with the final product—and we absolutely are! If you're looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and skilled landscaper that is in a class of their own, I highly recommend JD at Green City Gardens. He transformed our outdoor space into something beautiful, and we couldn't be happier!"
Spencer S on October 2024
Since 2006, Green City Gardens has been beautifying Chicagoland, one yard at a time. Our enthusiasm and dedication are evident in the creativity of our designs and the quality of our work. Since every landscape in different, "cookie cutter" solutions won't do. Green City Gardens personalizes every design according to our clients' needs and desires. We won't show up and dictate what you need...we'll listen to you and give you what you want. From complete landscape design & installation to simple garden makeovers to beautiful flower pots, Green City Gardens can improve your quality of life.
"We recently hired Green City Gardens for a landscaping project and we couldn't be happier with the results! JD's knowledge about plants and design is so impressive. He took the time to listen to our vision and made excellent recommendations based on our layout, local climate, and soil conditions. JD and his team's attention to detail was also impeccable. They were incredibly thorough in every aspect of the project, from preparing the soil to ensuring proper drainage. They worked efficiently but took the time needed to get everything just right. I especially appreciated how they kept the workspace clean and organized throughout. In addition to their technical skills, their customer service was outstanding. They communicated clearly, kept us informed about progress, and were always open to our input. I felt like they truly cared about making sure we were happy with the final product—and we absolutely are! If you're looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and skilled landscaper that is in a class of their own, I highly recommend JD at Green City Gardens. He transformed our outdoor space into something beautiful, and we couldn't be happier!"
Spencer S on October 2024
For an immediate response to all of your hardscaping and landscaping needs... Call Roberto @ (847) 544-1747
"Installation was efficient and careful, as well as a good value. Salinas Landscaping uses high quality fixtures. We chose 2 types in antique brass, a flood to light trees and a shaded path light. We wanted the path-lighting posts buried deeper than typical for stability and subtlety, which Roberto and his crew accommodated. They also managed to deinstall some old lighting without breaking the circuit. We appreciated getting the work done in time for Thanksgiving, as well as Roberto’s willingness to come back in March and replace a flood with LED lights that had gone dim. Salinas Landscaping backs its work! They even took an extra few minutes to adjust the light timer for daylight saving time."
Paul K on March 2024
For an immediate response to all of your hardscaping and landscaping needs... Call Roberto @ (847) 544-1747
"Installation was efficient and careful, as well as a good value. Salinas Landscaping uses high quality fixtures. We chose 2 types in antique brass, a flood to light trees and a shaded path light. We wanted the path-lighting posts buried deeper than typical for stability and subtlety, which Roberto and his crew accommodated. They also managed to deinstall some old lighting without breaking the circuit. We appreciated getting the work done in time for Thanksgiving, as well as Roberto’s willingness to come back in March and replace a flood with LED lights that had gone dim. Salinas Landscaping backs its work! They even took an extra few minutes to adjust the light timer for daylight saving time."
Paul K on March 2024
Roche Landscaping is a landscape and hardscape installation company located on the Northwest side of Chicago, which has been serving the entire Chicagoland area for over 12 years. We combine the engineered specifications and hands-on training from manufacturers. Through organization like the ICPI (Interlocking Concrete Paving Institute) and NMCA (National Concrete Masonry Association) standards for installation are created. Numerous manufacturers work to create an industry standard for hardscape installations. Science and engineering determine the best practices for hardscape installation. The result is a long lasting and aesthetically pleasing performance from your hardscape materials. Additional email - rlinfo@rochelandscaping.com.
"Flawlessly."
Patrick D on June 2021
Roche Landscaping is a landscape and hardscape installation company located on the Northwest side of Chicago, which has been serving the entire Chicagoland area for over 12 years. We combine the engineered specifications and hands-on training from manufacturers. Through organization like the ICPI (Interlocking Concrete Paving Institute) and NMCA (National Concrete Masonry Association) standards for installation are created. Numerous manufacturers work to create an industry standard for hardscape installations. Science and engineering determine the best practices for hardscape installation. The result is a long lasting and aesthetically pleasing performance from your hardscape materials. Additional email - rlinfo@rochelandscaping.com.
"Flawlessly."
Patrick D on June 2021
At Auto-Rain, we believe that the highest quality products provided by the most professional and courteous staff are the key elements to your sprinkler system. From the first sales meeting to the final walkthrough with the customer, our staff are trained and equipped to provide you with a level of professionalism that cannot be matched. As you look to make the wise investment of a sprinkler system, we invite you to secure your peace of mind with Auto-Rain. Evergreen Development Group knows that beauty and luxury are found in the details of landscape. Whether you need insight into sight development, or improvement on existing design, Evergreen Development can help you create an Outdoor Living venue that is designed for leisure, form and function. “Our goal is to create a natural environment, while providing the comfort and beauty of your own landscape. In fact, we have been beautifying the Northwest suburbs of Chicago for over 20 years! We look forward to assisting you in turning your landscaping dreams and desires into reality."
"Auto Rain was very responsive to fixing my sprinkler problem, especially during a very hot and dry period in Chicago. The service agent, Hugo, was very nice and knew his stuff."
Thomas P on September 2024
At Auto-Rain, we believe that the highest quality products provided by the most professional and courteous staff are the key elements to your sprinkler system. From the first sales meeting to the final walkthrough with the customer, our staff are trained and equipped to provide you with a level of professionalism that cannot be matched. As you look to make the wise investment of a sprinkler system, we invite you to secure your peace of mind with Auto-Rain. Evergreen Development Group knows that beauty and luxury are found in the details of landscape. Whether you need insight into sight development, or improvement on existing design, Evergreen Development can help you create an Outdoor Living venue that is designed for leisure, form and function. “Our goal is to create a natural environment, while providing the comfort and beauty of your own landscape. In fact, we have been beautifying the Northwest suburbs of Chicago for over 20 years! We look forward to assisting you in turning your landscaping dreams and desires into reality."
"Auto Rain was very responsive to fixing my sprinkler problem, especially during a very hot and dry period in Chicago. The service agent, Hugo, was very nice and knew his stuff."
Thomas P on September 2024
Hardrock Design is a family owned and operated professional brick paving, landscape, concrete and construction company located in the northwest suburbs of Illinois. With over 25 years of experience serving the Chicagoland area and offering both residential and commercial business. Whether you're looking to replace, repair, or simply improve the appearance of your home or business we offer a variety of different options to meet your specific needs.
"They do a beautiful job. I was very, very pleased and I would recommend them to anyone!"
Araceli Z on March 2019
Hardrock Design is a family owned and operated professional brick paving, landscape, concrete and construction company located in the northwest suburbs of Illinois. With over 25 years of experience serving the Chicagoland area and offering both residential and commercial business. Whether you're looking to replace, repair, or simply improve the appearance of your home or business we offer a variety of different options to meet your specific needs.
"They do a beautiful job. I was very, very pleased and I would recommend them to anyone!"
Araceli Z on March 2019
Oregel brick paving is a locally owned company with 20+ years experience. Quality and customer satisfaction is always at the top of our list so we always bring our highest quality of work and customer service to every job that we complete. Our focus is to complete the job in a quick and timely manner with the utmost professionalism and work with our clients to create the vision they have to enhance their outdoor living space at a competitive price.
"Good did great job"
Vito v on November 2024
Oregel brick paving is a locally owned company with 20+ years experience. Quality and customer satisfaction is always at the top of our list so we always bring our highest quality of work and customer service to every job that we complete. Our focus is to complete the job in a quick and timely manner with the utmost professionalism and work with our clients to create the vision they have to enhance their outdoor living space at a competitive price.
"Good did great job"
Vito v on November 2024
Transform your outdoor space with Foremost Landscape Inc. Our expert team specializes in creating stunning landscapes and hardscapes that will make your neighbors green with envy. Contact us today to bring your dream garden to life.
"Foremost landscaping provided excellent service on my lawn! The owner was also able to help my husband and I map out a really nice patio in our backyard. He was very professional and the job was completed in an efficient and timely manner. We would highly recommend to anyone looking to upgrade their outdoor apace!"
juliana M on March 2024
Transform your outdoor space with Foremost Landscape Inc. Our expert team specializes in creating stunning landscapes and hardscapes that will make your neighbors green with envy. Contact us today to bring your dream garden to life.
"Foremost landscaping provided excellent service on my lawn! The owner was also able to help my husband and I map out a really nice patio in our backyard. He was very professional and the job was completed in an efficient and timely manner. We would highly recommend to anyone looking to upgrade their outdoor apace!"
juliana M on March 2024
Welcome to Masonry Doctors. We have been proudly serving the local area since 2002. Call us today to schedule an appointment for fast, quality and reliable work. You will not regret your decision to work with our company.
"The Masonry Doctors team did a great job."
Andrew C on March 2025
Welcome to Masonry Doctors. We have been proudly serving the local area since 2002. Call us today to schedule an appointment for fast, quality and reliable work. You will not regret your decision to work with our company.
"The Masonry Doctors team did a great job."
Andrew C on March 2025
We guarantee your satisfaction. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"They did great work. Everything was done perfectly!!!"
Ron R on April 2025
We guarantee your satisfaction. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"They did great work. Everything was done perfectly!!!"
Ron R on April 2025
Locally Owned and operated we specialize in Brick paving, Concrete, and Landscaping. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Contact us today for a free estimate text or call us 224-803-6533
"Fantastic job and looks amazing"
Michel a on June 2024
Locally Owned and operated we specialize in Brick paving, Concrete, and Landscaping. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Contact us today for a free estimate text or call us 224-803-6533
"Fantastic job and looks amazing"
Michel a on June 2024
If you are an avid DIYer and have plenty of time to dedicate to your yard, doing your own landscaping (or at least some of it) can be an affordable option. Projects like planting a tree, planting grass, laying sod, or building a firepit can realistically be done without the need for a landscaping professional. However, these projects can take considerable time and some landscaping knowledge, so having a pro might save you in the long run.
Projects that are dangerous, like digging with heavy machinery or removing a tree, should always be done by a professional.
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Yes, landscaping and lawn care can be done by anyone. Just like baking, anyone can do it, but are the results good and worth the effort? Hiring a professional makes sense when doing complex work such as drainage, treating insects and disease, and pruning trees over 20 feet tall, etc. Some of these things require special licensing, such as pruning large trees. Getting multiple estimates from well-regarded professionals can help you decide the best choices for a DIY project or hiring a professional.
Answered by Eric Wenger at Complete Lawn Care Inc. in Laytonsville, MD on 01/13/25
Landscapers typically charge $25 to $50 per person per hour, which equals around $50 to $100 per hour for a two-person crew. These rates can vary depending on your location, the size of staff needed for the job, and overall job type. For example, a larger crew will be needed for structural additions and hardscaping versus planting flowers.
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Landscapers typically charge $50 to $80 per person per hour, which equals around $150 to $240 per hour for a three-person crew. These rates can vary depending on your location, the size of staff needed for the job, and overall job type. For example, a larger crew will be needed for structural additions and hardscaping versus planting flowers.
Answered by Janet Larkin at Green Value Landscape + Design in Frederick, MD on 01/08/25
Landscapers charge based on the size of the project and the number of skilled workers needed to complete the project. A basic 3-man crew, including heavy duty truck and tools can cost around $200.00 per hour, or $1,600.00 per day, plus materials, travel and disposal of waste. Larger projects can cost $2,500.00 per day, or more.
Answered by Eric Wenger at Complete Lawn Care Inc. in Laytonsville, MD on 01/13/25
This question is challenging because pricing varies greatly based on the job's scope, region, and required expertise. Obtaining multiple estimates will help you understand pricing better and keep contractors competitive.
Answered by Robert T. at Orchard Landscaping in Johns Creek, GA on 01/12/25
Landscape professionals typically charge $50 to $150 per hour based mainly on the type of equipment needed to perform the task safely and efficiently.
Answered by Alex Hoff at Southwest Services in Belle Plaine, MN on 01/20/25
If you want landscaping done but want to save some money on the overall fees, you can do a few things at every stage. Some ways to save money on your landscaping include:
Repurpose existing features and materials
Softscape instead of hardscape
Choose the more inexpensive materials
DIY when you can
Buy young plants instead of mature ones
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Saving money on a landscape project starts by breaking the project up in segments or phases. Start with the site work, digging or adding soils. Then plant the larger "anchor" plantings. Then follow up with the smaller fill in shrubs or flowers. Lastly, add decorative items like boulders, rock mulch and low voltage landscape lighting. This way you can budget the project based on your time and money.
Answered by John Fletcher at Carolina Bomanite Corp in Charlotte, NC on 01/07/25
Establishing a budget and adhering to it is crucial when starting any project. Selecting, pricing, and organizing your materials in advance can help you avoid unexpected costs later on. Additionally, considering DIY options and repurposing existing materials can be an effective way to save money.
Answered by Robert T. at Orchard Landscaping in Johns Creek, GA on 01/12/25
When it comes to landscapers, licensing laws vary. Landscaping architects are required to be licensed in all 50 states, whereas traditional landscaping contractors are not typically required to hold a certification. You’ll likely be working with a landscaping contractor for most residential projects. If you are redesigning your whole yard or adding in hardscape features, you will work with a landscaping architect at some point during the project. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local landscaper guidelines.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
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Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
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Licensing requirements vary from state to state and by locality. It's always best to check with your local University Extension Service to find out which services require licensing.
Answered by Eric Wenger at Complete Lawn Care Inc. in Laytonsville, MD on 01/13/25
Landscaping costs around $3,500 but varies widely from $200 to $14,000. Factors that play a part in your final landscaping price tag include:
Location
Yard size
Project size
Materials
Land preparation
Type of landscaping
Considering so many factors, it’s not surprising that the overall costs can differ. A typical landscaping project is flower bed installation, which averages between $800 and $3,000. However, landscape lighting installation is a higher-end project, with a price tag of $2,000 to $6,000.