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Best Landscapers in Austin, TX

We list 149 landscapers in Austin, Texas. The DIRT Score runs 0–5 and is built from review volume and rating, years in business, license signals where we have them, and response time.

8 of those listings currently carry a DIRT Score. The average DIRT Score in Austin for this trade is 4.3 (0–5 scale); the highest is 5.0.

Austin homeowners often also pull quotes from the Austin metro. Confirm service area, then get scope and price in writing before you hire.

Every listing here is a real contractor page on Finds — not a paid placement.

#1 Rated Landscaper in Austin

Southern Turf Co.®

5.0DIRT Score

749 reviews

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The ranked list is free and ordered by DIRT Score. Sponsored spots sit in a separate block above it.

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Best Landscaper in Austin — By Category

Best Value

Best Value Landscaper in Austin

Gold Star Landscaping

4.9★151 reviews

Top-ranked for value and fair pricing among Austin landscapers, with a DIRT Score of 4.9 across 151 reviews.

“Jeffry and his crew are absolutely amazing when you have and idea of what you want and to see it come out exactly as you envisioned words cannot explain how awesome they are so…”
Fastest Response

Fastest Landscaper in Austin

Southern Love Landscaping & Design

5.0★290 reviews

Top-ranked for response time among Austin landscapers, with a DIRT Score of 5.0 across 290 reviews.

“I recently tore out an old wooden deck and wanted to replace it with pavers. After meeting with five different companies I decided to go with Southern Love Landscape & Design…”
Best Quality

Best Quality Landscaper in Austin

Southern Turf Co.®

5.0★749 reviews

Top-ranked for quality of work among Austin landscapers, with a DIRT Score of 5.0 across 749 reviews.

“I recently had my backyard turf installed by Southern Turf, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. From start to finish, the experience was seamless. Erin was amazing to work…”
Best Communication

Best Landscaper for Communication in Austin

Southern Turf Co.®

5.0★749 reviews

Top-ranked for communication among Austin landscapers, with a DIRT Score of 5.0 across 749 reviews.

“First impressions and Final impression were both great. Southern Turf competed for my business with a couple other well reviewed turf companies in the Austin area. They came out…”
Best for Homes

Best Landscaper for Homes in Austin

Southern Turf Co.®

5.0★749 reviews

Top-ranked for residential work among Austin landscapers, with a DIRT Score of 5.0 across 749 reviews.

“We just finished doing both our front and backyard with turf and marble rock, and honestly… I wish we had done this sooner. We got multiple quotes before moving forward, but from…”

Categories are derived from customer reviews across Google, Yelp & Facebook. DIRT Score is a weighted average across all platforms.

Top 10 Best Landscapers in Austin

Ranked by DIRT Score
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Southern Turf Co.®

749 reviews · +1512-601-8406

5.0/5

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Southern Love Landscaping & Design

290 reviews · +1512-402-6575

5.0/5

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Waterloo Turf Austin

269 reviews · +1512-798-8604

4.9/5

DIRT Score

4

Gold Star Landscaping

151 reviews · +1512-400-8451

4.9/5

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5

Magnolia Turf Co.

144 reviews

4.9/5

DIRT Score

6

Top Choice

133 reviews · +1512-910-7510

4.9/5

DIRT Score

7

RCTEX Pavers & Hardscapes

104 reviews · (737) 704-1473

4.9/5

DIRT Score

8

Plantscape Solutions

102 reviews · +1512-626-8400

4.8/5

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9

ABC Home & Commercial Services

868 reviews · +1512-220-7705

4.8/5

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10

American Irrigation Repair

489 reviews · +1512-287-7563

4.8/5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which landscaper in Austin has the best prices?

Gold Star Landscaping ranks first for value and fair pricing among Austin landscapers. DIRT Score 4.9 across 151 reviews.

Which landscaper in Austin responds the fastest?

Southern Love Landscaping & Design ranks first for response time among Austin landscapers. DIRT Score 5.0 across 290 reviews.

Which Austin landscaper does the highest quality work?

Southern Turf Co.® ranks first for quality of work among Austin landscapers. DIRT Score 5.0 across 749 reviews.

Which landscaper in Austin communicates best with customers?

Southern Turf Co.® ranks first for communication among Austin landscapers. DIRT Score 5.0 across 749 reviews.

Who should I hire for landscaper work on a home in Austin?

Southern Turf Co.® ranks first for residential work among Austin landscapers. DIRT Score 5.0 across 749 reviews.

Who is the best landscaper in Austin, Texas?

Right now the highest-scored landscaper in Austin on this list is RCTEX Pavers & Hardscapes, with a DIRT Score of 4.86 across 104 reviews. That score measures track record, not who's best for every job. Use the list as a shortlist, then call two or three.

How much do landscapers charge per hour in Austin, Texas?

We don't publish an hourly rate for Austin landscapers until we can back it with aggregated, anonymised numbers from real jobs. Get three written quotes for the same scope, ask whether the number is flat-rate or hourly, and ask whether a trip charge sits on top.

Who is the most affordable landscaper in Austin?

We don't rank by price. Get three quotes for the same scope in writing, and ask each one whether the trip charge is included or added. The cheapest number is often the one with the most left out of it.

How do I find a trustworthy landscaper in Austin?

Check three things. One: the license — if irrigation is included, verify a TDLR licensed irrigator; otherwise get plant warranty terms in writing. Two: the review pattern, not just the score. Three: whether they'll put the scope in writing before they start.

How can you tell if a landscaper is any good?

Read the two-star reviews, not the five-star ones. Two-star reviews tell you what happens when the job goes sideways — whether they came back, argued, or charged again to fix their own work.

How do I know if a landscaper is overcharging me?

Get two more quotes for the identical scope, in writing. Wide spreads usually mean different scopes. Watch for a low quote that grows once work starts — a written scope is the only thing that stops that.

What's a normal call-out or trip charge in Austin?

We don't publish a made-up Austin trip-charge number. Ask each landscaper whether the first visit is a trip charge, a diagnostic fee, or rolled into a flat job price — before they roll.

Do landscapers in Texas have to be licensed?

General landscaping does not require a statewide license in Texas. Irrigation system work needs a TDLR licensed irrigator.