More than just a need to “keep up with the Jones’, landscaping is a way to increase the value of your home if you are planning to sell in the near to medium-term. It’s also a fantastic way to create a private and personal outdoor oasis that you can enjoy year after year if you’re planning to stay in your home for the long-term.
A professionally done landscape that appeals to most tastes will add about 15 to 25% to the overall value of your home, so it’s worth budgeting about 20% of your home’s value to create curb appeal, particularly if you are thinking of selling.
To get an idea of the scope of cost of various landscaping projects, we looked in our database for a selection of landscaping reviews from HomeStars homeowners.
Stouffville Location -$3,700
Landscaper: Green Side Up Property Maintenance, Landscape Design & Build
The client required a full replacement of sod in the back yard.
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Toronto location – $5K
Landscaper: Greenbloom Landscaping
This homeowner went lawn-free in their front yard by installing armour stones, top fill and mulch.
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Calgary Location – $12K
Landscaper: New Look Landscapes
Undeniable curb appeal for this Calgary home after a new underground sprinkler system was installed and sod was laid.
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Markham Location – $20K
Landscaper: Distinctive Designs Landscaping
This homeowner described their back and front yard renovation as “Garden of Eden Pales”…see the images below to find out why.
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Chilliwack Location – $26K
Landscaper: Transformations Landscaping
These homeowners desired an Oasis/Japanese Garden with a significant waterfall/pond, large rock retaining walls and countless plants and a slate walkway throughout their magnificent 3 level, terraced property.
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North York Location – $50K
Landscaper: All-Pro Landscaping & Carpentry Ltd.
A complete overhaul has given this 25 year old patio and backyard a new life.
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Check out our Backyard and Curb Appeal boards on Pinterest for lots of inspiration as you plan out your back and front yards
After the renovation
Once your backyard is in tip-top shape, you’ll need to budget for maintenance. The data we receive from homeowner reviews shows that you’ll need to budget between $1,500 and $3,000 per year for maintenance, depending on the size and complexity of your landscaping needs.
Good luck with your project, and please consider leaving a review – it helps the whole community!
