Landscaping prices on Long Island vary significantly based on service type, property size, and community location — a property in Garden City or Manhasset will typically see higher pricing than the same service in Brentwood or Deer Park, reflecting both market rates and the detail-level expected in different communities. This guide provides realistic 2025 pricing ranges for the most common services, drawn from current market conditions in Nassau County and western Suffolk County.
Lawn Mowing & Maintenance Costs
Weekly lawn mowing on Long Island typically runs $40–$95 per visit for residential properties, depending on lot size. A standard 50x100 lot (5,000 sq ft) in a community like Levittown or East Meadow runs $45–$60 per cut with professional edging and cleanup included. Larger properties in Garden City, Syosset, or Commack with 15,000–30,000 sq ft of turf can run $80–$150 per visit.
Seasonal mowing contracts (typically April through November on Long Island) run $1,500–$3,500 for average properties. Bundled programs that include mowing, fertilization, and weed control typically run $2,500–$5,500+ for a complete season's program.
Landscape Design & Installation Costs
Design consultations run $150–$400 for a professional assessment and design plan. Full front yard landscape installation on a typical Nassau County property (1,200–2,000 sq ft of plantings) runs $3,500–$12,000 depending on plant sizes and materials. A complete front-to-back landscape transformation on a large north shore property can run $25,000–$75,000+.
Foundation planting renewal — removing overgrown foundation plantings and replacing with a fresh, appropriately-scaled design — typically runs $2,500–$6,000 for a standard home.
Tree Service Costs
Tree trimming on Long Island runs $150–$1,500 per tree depending on size, access, and species. A 30-foot silver maple over a driveway (requiring a lift and careful drop zone management) will cost significantly more than a small ornamental cherry in an open yard. Tree removal typically runs $400–$4,000+, with large oaks on the North Shore with complicated access running at the higher end. Stump grinding adds $75–$250 per stump.
Emergency storm damage response — where a crew must mobilize immediately and work in challenging post-storm conditions — carries a premium of 40–80% over standard pricing.
Hardscaping Installation Costs
Patio installation with concrete pavers on Long Island runs $15–$25 per square foot installed, including base preparation and edge restraints. A 400 sq ft patio (20x20 feet) costs $6,000–$10,000. Bluestone patios run $22–$35 per square foot. Walkway installation runs $12–$22 per linear foot for standard paver installations.
Retaining walls in natural fieldstone or manufactured block run $45–$85 per square foot of wall face, depending on height and materials. A 3-foot-high, 30-foot-long retaining wall runs $4,000–$8,000 for materials and labor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Conclusion
Long Island landscaping costs are generally higher than national averages, reflecting the region's high labor costs, real estate values, and service standards. Getting multiple quotes, checking licensing and insurance, and asking for specific references in your town will help you find a contractor who delivers real value at a fair price.
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