Quote landscaping jobs from weekly lawn care to paver patios and tree work with EstimatePro's free online tool.
EstimatePro is used by landscaping contractors across the US who need fast, professional estimates without the overhead of expensive software. Our landscaping contractor template is optimized for contractors working in the field.
Landscaping quotes range from $35-$75/visit for lawn care to $3,000-$10,000 for hardscape installations like patios and retaining walls.
Common questions from landscaping contractors:
What is the average hourly rate for a landscaping contractor?
Rates vary by region, experience, and job complexity. Use your own rates in EstimatePro — the app doesn't set prices, it formats your professional estimate with the numbers you choose.
Do I need a license to work as a landscaping contractor?
Licensing requirements vary by state and locality. Check with your state's contractor licensing board. EstimatePro is an estimate formatting tool — you remain responsible for compliance with local regulations.
How it works
Built for landscaping contractors — quote lawn care, hardscaping, and tree work on your phone.
Create Free EstimateHere's what a typical Landscaping Contractor estimate looks like — complete with itemized labor, materials, subtotal, tax, and total.
| Description | Qty | Unit Price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly lawn mowing (per visit) | 1 | $45.00 | $45.00 |
| Install patio pavers (200sqft) | 1 | $2200.00 | $2200.00 |
| Tree trimming | 2 | $150.00 | $300.00 |
| Mulch installation (per yard) | 3 | $80.00 | $240.00 |
| Subtotal | $2785.00 | ||
| Tax (8%) | $222.80 | ||
| Total | $3007.80 | ||
Landscaping contractors work with taxable materials (plants, mulch, pavers, sod) and potentially tax-exempt labor (planting, mowing, trimming). Some jurisdictions tax hardscaping materials differently from softscaping. With EstimatePro, mark each line item as taxable or not. If your landscaping business includes hardscaping, check out our <a href="/masonry-contractor/">free masonry contractor estimates</a> for stone, block, and paver projects. Set your local rate and the subtotal, tax, and total update live as you build the quote.
Landscaping quotes range from $35-$75/visit for lawn care to $3,000-$10,000 for hardscape installations like patios and retaining walls.
Set your tax rate once and use the taxable checkbox on each line item — this keeps your estimates accurate without recalculating manually for every job.
What is the average hourly rate for a landscaping contractor?
Rates vary by region, experience, and job complexity. Use your own rates in EstimatePro — the app doesn't set prices, it formats your professional estimate with the numbers you choose.
Do I need a license to work as a landscaping contractor?
Licensing requirements vary by state and locality. Check with your state's contractor licensing board. EstimatePro is an estimate formatting tool — you remain responsible for compliance with local regulations.
Is this landscaping estimates free?
Yes, EstimatePro is completely free. Create unlimited landscaping estimates without signup. Pro upgrade ($14.99 lifetime) adds your business branding.
How does tax work for landscaping materials vs labor?
Each line item has a taxable checkbox. Mark materials (plants, mulch, pavers) as taxable, uncheck labor if exempt. Set your rate once — the app calculates everything.
How much does a typical landscaping contractor estimate cost to create?
EstimatePro is completely free. Create unlimited estimates with no signup or credit card. The Pro upgrade ($14.99 lifetime) adds your branding.
Can I customize the estimate with my company info?
The free version includes a 'Made with EstimatePro' watermark. Pro users can add their company name, logo, phone, email, and address to every estimate.
Are my client estimates private and secure?
Yes. Each estimate gets a unique share link. Your data stays private — only people with the link can view it. Estimates are stored temporarily (configurable: 3-30 days) then automatically deleted.
Can I track estimate status (sent, viewed, accepted)?
The free tier generates shareable links. Pro users can add branding. For detailed job tracking and client management, you may want to pair EstimatePro with a dedicated CRM tool — our strength is fast, professional estimate creation.
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