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Landscaping Estimating Services
Our landscaping estimating services give contractors, developers, and GCs across all 50 states the takeoffs they need to bid accurately and win more work.
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Accuracy rate 96%
Turnaround 24–48 hrs
Quote response 15–30 min
Flat-fee pricing $200–$5,000
Coverage All 50 states
Standard CSI Div. 32
Get a free quote → ● The real problem
Why Landscaping Estimating Is Harder Than It Looks
Here is the thing about landscape bidding: it looks manageable until you're actually inside it. A commercial site with irrigation zones, retaining walls, drainage systems, softscape planting beds, water features, outdoor kitchens, and complex curves on the same set of plans? That is a lot of moving parts to price accurately on your own.
Most landscaping contractors who handle their own estimating in-house miss something. A drainage layer here, a pipe lengths calculation there, an entire sprinkler zone that did not make it into the count. You win the job on those numbers and then find out the actual cost is 15% higher. That is a painful place to be, especially on larger commercial projects where the margin was thin to begin with.
That's where we come in. Our landscaping estimation process handles the full takeoff so you get precise material lists, accurate labor figures, and cost estimates ready for your bid. No last-minute surprises on the job. And no gambling on numbers you built yourself at 10pm the night before a deadline.
15%
Average cost overrun when landscaping scopes are built from inaccurate in-house takeoffs. See our guide on reducing cost overruns with accurate estimates.
24hrs
Typical turnaround on most landscaping estimates. Residential scopes often same day
96%
Accuracy rate across 8,300+ completed landscaping projects in all 50 states
● What we cover
Full Scope of Our Landscaping Estimating Services
We cover every scope line you would find on a residential, commercial, or industrial landscaping project. Hardscape, softscape, irrigation, drainage, site prep, planting. Our landscape cost estimators handle all of it under one roof.
Hardscape
Hardscape Estimating
Patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls, decorative walls, outdoor kitchens, pergolas, fire pits, water features, fountains, ponds system components, lighting systems, fencing, and decking. Our estimators precisely measure each area, calculate the full material scope for each surface and structural element, and factor in base prep, compaction layers, and installation labor. Every layer gets accounted for, right through the finished surface.
Softscape
Softscape Estimating
Softscape is where a lot of in-house takeoffs fall apart. When you are pricing out turf mulch gravel tiles alongside sod, garden beds, shrubs, trees, and seasonal plantings on a plan with irregular zones and flowing curves, eyeballing the areas isn't going to cut it. We calculate square feet and cubic yard quantities for soil and mulch, build complete material lists by zone, and make sure the numbers reflect what installation actually costs.
Irrigation
Irrigation and Sprinkler System Estimates
Irrigation is consistently one of the most under-estimated scopes in landscape bidding. Our estimators count sprinkler heads, measure irrigation runs in linear feet, map pressure zones, calculate valve and controller quantities, and account for insulated pipes in colder climate projects. Our sprinkler system estimates cover drip irrigation, spray heads, backflow preventers, controller units, and all system components. Ponds system integration and water feature tie-ins are included where the plans call for them.
Drainage
Drainage, Site Preparation, and Site Clearing
Grading, excavation, earth drainage layers, strom subdrainage reservoirs, retention basin components, and drainage pipe quantities are all covered. Many of these scopes overlap with our sitework estimating services, so GCs bundling both into one project can have them handled together. We also handle site clearing scopes: demolition of existing patios, walkways, fencing, old planting beds, stump grinding, and debris removal. These items are easy to miss on a first pass and expensive to discover after the contract is signed. Getting the drainage and clearing scope right early protects you from some of the biggest cost overruns in landscaping construction.
Planting
Planting and Tree Takeoffs
Individual tree and shrub counts, plant material quantities, soil amendment volumes, mulch depth calculations, and root barrier materials. We use auto count tools to quantify plan symbols and capture every element on the drawing. Every count is verified before the estimate leaves our hands.
Need just one scope estimated?
We can scope any single trade. Irrigation only. Hardscape only. Softscape zone by zone. Tell us what you need.
Get your estimate → ● Our clients
Who We Work With
Landscaping estimating is not a one-client type of business. We work with a wide range of people across the construction industry.
Landscaping contractors Who need accurate bids before the deadline, without spending weekends buried in takeoff sheets
General contractors Who subcontract landscaping work and need independent cost estimates to check what subs are quoting
Commercial developers Managing budgets across large multi-acre sites with complex exterior scope packages
Irrigation contractors Who need precise sprinkler system estimates and detailed irrigation takeoff services
Property owners & managers Planning major renovation projects across commercial or residential grounds
Landscape architects Requiring cost estimates tied directly to their design documents and plan sets
Construction companies That carry exterior sitework as part of a full construction project delivery package
Municipalities & institutions Parks, recreation departments, resort developers, and retail spaces developers needing accurate cost estimates tied to current pricing
If your scope is here, so are we. Send your plans and get a flat-fee quote back in 15 to 30 minutes.
● Our approach
What Makes Our Landscaping Estimating Different
A lot of estimating services send you a spreadsheet. We send you something you can actually use to win the bid.
Every estimate from our team includes a complete breakdown of material quantities, crew labor hours by scope, equipment allowances, waste factors, and current local pricing for your project's market. Labor rates and material availability vary significantly by region. What a landscaping project costs to build in Phoenix is not what it costs in Minneapolis or Miami, and our landscape cost estimators account for that so your numbers are realistic for where you are actually building.
Advanced Software Stack
We use PlanSwift for digital takeoffs, which lets us precisely measure areas, linear feet, and volumes directly from your plans. Irregular shapes, complex curves, multi-zone layouts are all handled. Bluebeam handles detailed markup and measurement on multi-layer drawing sets. RS Means provides current cost data that keeps our estimates grounded in real-world pricing. We run cloud based estimating software with auto count and cutout tools to speed up the quantify plan symbols process, and all files stay organized and accessible throughout.
PlanSwift Bluebeam RS Means Cloud-Based
Full-Scope Coverage, Not Partial Takeoffs
We don't estimate one part of the landscaping project and hand the rest back to you. Our landscaping estimation covers everything from initial site clearing through final planting so your numbers are complete before the bid goes out. Accurate landscaping takeoffs across every trade, no gaps.
Flat-Fee Pricing. No Surprises.
Our estimating services run between $200 and $5,000 flat, depending on project size and scope. You know the exact fee before we start. No hourly billing, no scope creep on the invoice.
CSI MasterFormat Standards
All our landscaping estimates are organized under CSI Division 32: Exterior Improvements. Your estimate arrives in a format that GCs, owners, and project managers already know how to read. No translation required, no reformatting before you can use it.
96%
Accuracy Rate
Across every trade and project type we estimate
8,300+
Projects Completed
Residential, commercial, and industrial landscaping
15+ yrs
In Business
Providing landscaping estimating services since 2011
50
States Covered
Every market, every region, flat-fee pricing nationwide
● Track record
15 Years. 8,300+ Projects. 96% Accuracy.
Since 2011, we have been providing landscaping estimating services across all 50 states. More than 8,300 projects later, our team has covered every trade and project type in the CSI Division 32 scope, from small residential installs to complex commercial site packages.
We've built accurate landscaping estimates for residential backyard renovations, public park developments, resort grounds, municipal streetscape projects, and complex industrial site perimeter work.
The 96% accuracy rate comes from 15+ years of doing this, using the right landscape estimating software and estimating software tools, and hiring expert estimators who actually understand how landscaping projects are built. We have worked through enough past projects to know exactly where numbers go wrong: irrigation scope gaps, drainage underestimates, softscape measurement errors, and site preparation items that get missed on the first pass.
We catch those problems before your bid goes out. The cost estimates we deliver reflect what it actually costs to build in your market, not ballpark figures that collapse when subs start quoting.
● How it works
How Our Landscaping Estimating Process Works
Getting started takes about two minutes. Here is how it goes.
Step 01
Send Your Plans
Upload your project plans through our website or email them directly. Include any spec sheets, bid documents, or scope notes. The more relevant information we have upfront, the more accurate your estimate will be.
Step 02
We Quote You in 15 to 30 Minutes
We review what you have sent and provide a flat-fee quote. No obligation at this stage. You know the cost before we touch a single plan sheet.
Step 03
We Run the Full Landscaping Takeoff
Your assigned landscaping estimator works through every scope line in PlanSwift and Bluebeam. We use auto count tools, precise measurement functions, and RS Means pricing data to build the estimate from the ground up. Every estimator on our team has 15+ years of hands-on experience, which is why the whole process cuts your bid time down instead of adding to it. If you want to understand the mechanics behind it, read our breakdown of construction takeoff fundamentals.
Step 04
Estimate Delivered in 24 to 48 Hours
You receive a complete estimate with quantities, labor costs, equipment, and contingency, in Excel or whatever format your bid process requires. No reformatting, no back-and-forth. Just numbers you can use and take straight into project management and bid submission.
● Deliverable
What Your Estimate Includes
Here is exactly what arrives when we deliver your completed landscaping estimate. The following components are included in every estimate we produce.
Hardscape quantities (pavers, concrete, stone, gravel, edging) with unit measurements
Softscape volumes: turf, mulch, gravel, tiles, soil, and plant materials by zone
Irrigation component counts: sprinkler heads, valves, controllers, and all distribution components
Crew labor hours broken out by scope, shown as unit hours
Equipment costs and allowances
Drainage and site prep scope items, including clearing where applicable
Waste and contingency factors
Pricing based on RS Means cost data and local pricing benchmarks
Unit-coded. Ready to use.
Everything is unit-coded. Quantities come in the units that matter for each scope: SF for sod and pavers, CY for soil and mulch, LF for pipe and edging, EA counts for trees, shrubs, and fixtures.
Labor is shown as unit hours so you can check crew-day assumptions against your own productivity numbers. Detailed measurements for every scope item are included so nothing needs to be reverse-engineered.
You see exactly where every dollar is going, which makes it easier to manage your project budget, have sharp conversations with clients, compare sub quotes, and protect your margin from bid day through final invoice.
Excel delivery CSI Div. 32 RS Means pricing Custom format on request
● Project types
Project Types We Estimate
Our landscaping estimating services cover residential, commercial, and industrial projects across all 50 states.
Residential
Residential Landscaping
Private homes, luxury estates, townhome complexes, HOA common areas, pool surrounds, and backyard living spaces.
Commercial
Commercial Landscaping
Office parks, retail spaces, mixed-use developments, hotel and hospitality grounds, shopping centers, and corporate campus exteriors.
Public & Institutional
Public and Institutional Landscaping
Parks, recreation facilities, streetscapes, school grounds, municipal green spaces, and government building exteriors.
Industrial
Industrial Site Landscaping
Perimeter landscaping, stormwater management areas, access road planting, and screening vegetation for industrial and warehouse developments.
Each project type has its own scope nuances, building codes considerations, and material requirements. Our estimators understand those differences and build estimates around the actual scope, not a one-size-fits-all format.
● FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before sending your plans.
What does a landscaping estimate from PRO Estimating Services include?
Our landscaping estimates cover all hardscape and softscape material quantities, irrigation components, drainage scope, site preparation and clearing, crew labor, equipment costs, and contingency. Every estimate is fully itemized with unit-coded quantities so you know exactly what is and is not included.
How long does it take to get a landscaping estimate?
Most projects come back within 24 to 48 hours. Smaller residential scopes often come back the same day. We give you an honest turnaround time when we review your scope, not a generic promise.
What file formats do you work with?
PDF plan sets, CAD files, and digital drawing sets in any format. Scanned physical drawings work too, as long as they include scale information. The plans just need to show dimensions and scope clearly enough for accurate measurement.
Do you cover both residential and commercial landscaping?
Yes. Our landscaping estimating services handle everything from a small residential backyard to a large commercial multi-acre development. Same accuracy, same standard, same flat-fee pricing.
How does flat-fee pricing work?
We quote you a single flat fee after reviewing your plans. That number covers the full takeoff, no matter how long it takes us. The fee runs $200 to $5,000 depending on the size and scope of the project. There is no hourly rate, no add-on charges, and no invoice surprises at the end.
Do you include irrigation and sprinkler system estimates?
Irrigation is one of our core landscaping takeoff services, and it comes bundled with the rest. Hardscape, softscape, and drainage are all in the same package. We estimate full sprinkler system installations including heads, pipe lengths, valves, controllers, and drip lines, and we flag any zone coordination issues before your bid goes out.
What is the difference between hardscape and softscape estimating?
Hardscape covers the built elements: patios, retaining walls, walkways, outdoor kitchens, water features, drainage structures. Softscape covers the living plant elements: turf, sod, shrubs, trees, ground cover, mulch, and garden beds. Both are included in our full landscape estimation services.
Can you estimate just one trade within a landscaping project?
Yes. If you only need irrigation takeoff services, a landscaping takeoff for hardscape only, or softscape estimating on a specific zone, we can scope just that portion. Let us know what you need when you send your project plans.
Do your estimates reflect local pricing?
Yes. Material availability and labor costs vary by region. Our estimators use RS Means cost data and local pricing benchmarks so the numbers reflect what it actually costs to build in your market, not a national average that may be off by 20%.
How do I get started?
Send us your plans through our website or by email. We review them and respond with a flat-fee quote within 15 to 30 minutes. Once you approve, your landscaping estimator gets to work immediately.
● Other benefits
Other Benefits of Outsourcing to Our Team
Beyond faster turnarounds and more accurate numbers, here is what clients tell us they value most.
It costs less than you think.
Hiring a full-time in-house estimator runs $55,000 to $75,000 a year before benefits, software licenses, and training. Outsourcing your landscaping estimating runs a flat fee per project, typically between $200 and $5,000. For most contractors submitting 5 to 15 bids a month, the annual spend is well under what a single in-house hire would cost, and the estimates come back faster and more accurate.
You stop leaving money on the table.
Tight margins get tighter when your numbers are off. When takeoffs are solid and pricing is current, you can price more aggressively without the risk. That is the difference between a bid that wins the job and one that also makes you money on it. For a deeper look at how the process works, our complete guide to construction bidding walks through it from start to finish.
You get your time back.
Managing crews, clients, and subcontractors is already a full job. Handing the takeoff work to a dedicated landscaping estimator frees up the hours that used to disappear into plan sets and spreadsheets the night before a bid is due.
Your bids hold up in the field.
A complete, itemized estimate keeps everyone on the same page: your client, your subs, and your crew. It makes managing change orders and scope conversations a lot easier. Less guessing in the field means fewer problems on the back end.
● Get started
Get Your Landscaping Estimate
Send us your plans. Whether it is a backyard renovation, a commercial site package, or a full irrigation takeoff, we turn it around in 24 to 48 hours at a flat fee. No surprises. Just numbers that hold up on the job.
96% Accuracy
24–48h Turnaround
$200–$5K Flat-fee
50 States