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Top 10 landscaping designers in San Marcos, CA

Homeowners agree: these San Marcos landscape designers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Espinoza Landscape

Espinoza Landscape

New on HomeGuide
2 hires on HomeGuide
18+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
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David Aguilera

David Aguilera

New on HomeGuide
1 hire on HomeGuide
Serves San Marcos, CA
We are a family owned and operated tree service business servicing residential and comercial properties.
Hernandez Roofing

Hernandez Roofing

New on HomeGuide
15+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
FREE CONTACTLESS ESTIMATES For full roof replacemnts or repairs . A free aerial sktech of your roof dimensions and an estimate along with a free phone roof consultation with one of our specialist over the phone all done before booking an appointment with us in person. Call today !!!! We finance !!
GM Tree Services & Landscaping

GM Tree Services & Landscaping

New on HomeGuide
2 hires on HomeGuide
24+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
We are a professional company
CLEAR WATER LANDSCAPES

CLEAR WATER LANDSCAPES

5.0(1)
9+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Alexis S. says, "I gave him an idea of exactly what I wanted and with that he built, designed and relanscaped my back yard with such beauty. It came out so much better than I had ever imagined! I'm so in love with my new yard and look forward to doing my front yard really soon!" Read more
Fuentes And Sons Landscaping,Inc.

Fuentes And Sons Landscaping,Inc.

New on HomeGuide
18+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
This is a family owned business since 2006. Our goal is to satisfy each of our potential clients' need. We have the knowledge and experience in this field for over 14 years. Currently do commercial and residential properties all over San Diego county .
JPBLA, Inc.

JPBLA, Inc.

New on HomeGuide
30+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
San Diego based landscape architectural firm, JPBLA, Inc., serves all of California and Arizona, and is committed to providing the finest in landscape architectural design, irrigation design, land planning, park planning, master planning, sustainable design, landscape renovation, and water management consulting. Every project is unique. I love to create a enviroment that both is pleasing to the eye and that is environmentally conservative.
Savanah Landscape Construction

Savanah Landscape Construction

New on HomeGuide
27+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
My website shows it all
Tim George Construction

Tim George Construction

New on HomeGuide
28+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
We provide quaity construction practices & service with a attention to detail. We want our clients to have a possitive & enjoyable experience. I love creating a outdoor living place for home owners to show off and enjoy with their family & friends.
Greenscape Project Inc.

Greenscape Project Inc.

New on HomeGuide
3 hires on HomeGuide
26+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
We offer our services to the inland empire and surrounding areas we been in business for the past 20years +. Give us a chance to work with you we will be your one stop shop for all your outdoor needs I enjoy my work because is something I love doing, I take each project like its my own house or business, Also seeing each project completed makes me happy that each customer was pleased with my work.

Your Landscaping and Design questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

How much does a landscape designer cost near me?

A landscape designer costs $50 to $150 per hour with a minimum consultation fee of $100 to $200. The design plans cost $700 to $3,000 according to the project size and the number of revisions. Some landscape design packages include videos with computer imaging to illustrate the finished look.

Is hiring a landscape designer worth it?

Hiring a landscape designer is especially worth it when you have a large yard that needs a detailed plan to manage maintenance costs. However, a designer's fees can be excessive if you have a small lawn and want a simple plan.

The benefits of landscape designers include:

  • Practical plans to raise the home’s value and boost curb appeal
  • Cheaper yard maintenance with a local-climate friendly design
  • Preventing DIY landscaping mistakes that waste your money

What does a landscape designer do?

A landscape designer's services include any of the following:

  • Consultations at your home to explore design options
  • Planning out budgets for each landscaping plan
  • Producing landscaping sketches, conceptual computer-generated plans, and basic drawings
  • Revising the plans as many times as needed
  • Consulting with contractors to help convey your vision

However, each designer offers different things according to the level of their training and whether they work with a design-and-build firm.

When should I hire a landscape designer?

You should hire a landscape designer when:

  • You want a new garden installed with a special plant scheme tailored to your needs.
  • The home you're selling needs more curb appeal to stand out in the neighborhood.
  • Your landscaping has been neglected, and you don't know how to fix it because you have no design or landscaping experience.
  • The new home you’ve moved into has a yard that doesn’t suit your lifestyle, pets, or children.
  • You have lots of new landscaping ideas but can’t decide which one will work.
  • The local climate has watering restrictions that you need to design around.

What’s the difference between a landscape designer and landscape architect?

The biggest differences between a landscape designer and landscape architect are that the architect must have a degree and typically works on bigger commercial projects. Hiring a landscape architect costs $100 to $250 per hour minimum. An architect makes official building plans required to get permits for bigger landscaping projects.

Important: Landscape designers don’t have all the qualifications to make detailed construction plans to get permits from the building department.

What are common landscaping project costs?

The most common landscaping projects are a combination of:

How do I find a good landscape designer?

You can find a nearby landscape designer by searching through our list to compare services in your neighborhood. When hiring a design consultant, remember to:

  • Compare multiple quotes from companies with 5+ years of experience.
  • See if your state requires designers to have licenses in horticulture services, home improvement, or landscape contractor credentials.
  • Ask if they have training from the NALP, the APLD, or local landscaping and construction associations.
  • Verify that they have a current business license, insurance, and surety bonds.
  • Read their reviews on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Collect an itemized estimate and contract upfront.
  • Beware of the cheapest bids that often yield low-quality results.
  • Don’t give a full payment until after the job is complete.

What questions do I ask a landscape designer?

  • How long have you been designing landscapes?
  • Can I get a free first consultation, and if so, then how long is it?
  • Have you done more hardscaping or gardening projects?
  • Do you offer designs only, or does your firm also build landscapes?
  • How long will it take to make my designs, and do they include a 3D digital design or scaled drawings?
  • What are the fees for plan revisions?
  • Can I see a list of your references and design portfolio?
  • Does the city building department need to approve these designs with permits?
  • Which features of this design are the most expensive and why?
  • Can you make a design that minimizes yard maintenance?
  • What’s your payment schedule, and do you offer payment plans?

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