How much does landscaping generally cost? I am new to this and am in the process of getting quotes.?
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How much do you want to spend.
How much do you want to spend.
if you want to send me an e-mail I would more than happy to go over the bids with..
Just call around to the local nurseries and get prices on the plants you want, than you will see how much they are marking up there prices. Now on the labor, it should be around $75-125 hour but most will give you a full price for the labor.
depends on what all you want.if you were to do it yourself,it would be cheaper and give you a sense of self pride at what youve accomplished.