Design-Build Landscaping
Landscaping in Waco, Texas
Full-yard design-build runs $15,000 to $75,000+ in Waco. We handle the design, the planting, the sod or turf, and the grading that keeps it standing up to blackland clay.
Landscaping Decisions That Hold Up Here
Waco ground has its own rules. We design around them instead of fighting them.
Clay Soil Runs Every Design Decision
Waco sits on blackland prairie clay that swells when it rains and cracks hard by August. Planting beds built without amended soil and real drainage drown roots in spring and split open by summer. Every bed we cut gets a compost-amended backfill and a grade that moves water away from your foundation.
Built Around Waco's Watering Rules
City of Waco Water Utility Services cuts sprinkler days during drought-contingency Stage 2 and Stage 3, usually down to one or two watering days a week. We choose plants, turf, and irrigation zones that survive those restrictions instead of dying the first August they kick in.
The Right Grass, the Right Tree Protection
Bermuda handles full Texas sun and drought better than almost anything else. Zoysia holds its color longer and takes a little shade. We also design around your live oaks' root zones instead of trenching through them. A mature oak takes decades to grow and about a week to kill with the wrong grading plan.
More Ways We Build Your Yard
Landscaping rarely stops at the property line. Here's what we build alongside it.
Landscape Design
Custom planting and hardscape plans built around your lot, your soil, and your live oaks. See landscape design pricing
Sod Installation
Bermuda and Zoysia sod, graded and installed to survive a Waco summer. See sod pricing
Artificial Turf
Zero-water turf lawns built on a real compacted base, not rolled over bare dirt. See turf pricing
Outdoor Living
Kitchens, pergolas, and patio covers for the space your new landscaping opens up. See outdoor living projects
Concrete Patios
A poured or paver patio to connect your new beds and lawn to the house. See concrete patio pricing
One Project Manager. Specialists on Every Trade.
Every Pro Landscaping of Waco project, from a small bed renovation to a full backyard build-out, is run by a dedicated Pro Landscaping project manager and built by our vetted, insured Waco-area crews.
That project manager writes the schedule, tracks the budget, and answers your calls throughout the job. The people digging your beds and laying your sod are specialists who do that one thing for a living, not a single crew rotating through five different trades in a week.
What Landscaping Actually Costs
Typical Waco-area ranges. Your itemized estimate is free.
| Project Scope | Typical Waco-Area Range |
|---|---|
| Front-yard refresh (bed renovation, foundation planting, mulch, minor grading) | $3,500 - $12,000 |
| Sod installation, Bermuda or Zoysia (installed) | $1.50 - $2.50 / sq ft |
| Artificial turf installation (base prep included) | $9 - $14 / sq ft |
| Full backyard design-build (grading, planting, hardscape connections, irrigation) | $15,000 - $75,000+ |
Prices move with square footage, plant selection, and site access. Text us a few photos and we'll give you a rough range before you book an on-site visit.
Landscaping Questions Waco Homeowners Ask
How much does landscaping cost in Waco?
Most projects run $3,500 for a front-yard refresh up to $75,000 or more for a full backyard build-out. Sod runs $1.50-$2.50 per square foot, artificial turf $9-$14 per square foot. Every estimate is itemized and free.
Do I need a permit for landscaping work in Waco?
No. Planting, sod, mulch beds, and most grading don't require a City of Waco permit. Retaining walls over a certain height and drainage work tied to your foundation sometimes do. We'll flag it if your project needs one.
How does Waco's clay soil affect my yard?
Blackland prairie clay swells when wet and cracks when dry, which drowns plant roots and heaves pavement without the right prep. We amend planting beds and grade every project so water moves away from your home instead of pooling in it.
Should I choose sod or artificial turf?
Depends on your watering budget and how much shade you have. Sod costs less upfront and looks and feels like real grass, turf costs more but needs no water once installed. See our full comparison in the artificial turf vs. sod guide.
How long does a full-yard design-build take?
Most full-yard projects run 4-10 weeks once work begins, depending on scope, weather, and how much hardscape is involved. Smaller jobs like a bed renovation or sod install usually wrap in a few days to two weeks.
How much maintenance will my new landscaping need?
New beds and sod need regular watering for the first few weeks, then settle into normal mowing, seasonal pruning, and mulch refreshes. Artificial turf needs almost none. We'll walk you through a maintenance plan before we leave the job site.
What's the difference between landscaping and lawn care?
Landscaping is the design and installation: planting beds, sod, turf, grading, and hardscape connections. Lawn care is ongoing mowing and upkeep after that. We handle the design-build side and can point you to a mowing service for the rest.