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Landscaping in Chattanooga, TN

Compare 6 local landscaping pros. Typical service: $277–$832.

Top Landscaping Companies in Chattanooga

  1. 1.Lawn Doctor of Chattanooga

    4.8★ (190 reviews)

    4.8★ from 190 reviews

  2. 2.Galloway's Lawn Service

    4.9★ (130 reviews)

    4.9★ from 130 reviews

  3. 3.Blue Mountain Landscape and Excavation

    4.9★ (41 reviews)

    4.9★ from 41 reviews

  4. 4.Cortez Lawn Care Services

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

  5. 5.Lawn Pro's

    3.8★ (18 reviews)

    3.8★ from 18 reviews

  6. 6.5 Point Lawn Care

Landscaping Cost in Chattanooga

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Chattanooga
Mulch installation$277–$832/job
Planting and bed design$370–$1,386/job
Yard cleanup$185–$554/job
Patio or hardscape$2,772–$8,316/job

Landscaping prices in Chattanooga run about 8% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Chattanooga, rated 4.7★ on average across 388 customer reviews.

Chattanooga Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Chattanooga's weather means for scheduling landscaping.

Last spring frost
March 30
First fall frost
November 6
Annual precipitation
52.48"
Heating degree days
3,239
Cooling degree days
1,744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan30.7°50.2°4.91"
Feb34°54.8°4.84"
Mar40.7°63.7°4.98"
Apr48.3°72.7°3.99"
May57.3°79.9°4.1"
Jun65.8°87.1°4.05"
Jul69.7°90.2°4.91"
Aug69.2°89.6°3.48"
Sep61.8°83.2°4.04"
Oct49.9°73.1°3.28"
Nov40.2°62.3°5"
Dec33.1°52.1°4.9"

NOAA station data 3.52 miles from Chattanooga.

Permits & Regulations in TN

No permit typically required

  • A pest control charter from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture is required for each location offering custom lawn pesticide application
  • A charter requires a $10,000 surety bond and liability insurance of at least $250,000 per incident and $500,000 aggregate
  • Lawn and ornamental application is a separate certification category from structural pest control

License required: Tennessee Department of Agriculture pest control charter (lawn and ornamental)

Sources: www.tn.gov

Landscaping FAQs for Chattanooga

How much does landscaping cost in Chattanooga?

Mulch installation in Chattanooga typically runs $277-$832 for a typical yard; planting and hardscape projects cost more.

How many landscapers serve Chattanooga?

We track 6 landscaping companies serving Chattanooga.

When is the best time to plant in Chattanooga?

The last spring frost in Chattanooga usually falls around March 30, and the first fall frost around November 6. Most planting happens after the first date, and fall planting should finish several weeks before the second.

Is landscaping in Chattanooga more expensive than average?

Landscaping in Chattanooga runs about -7.6% versus the national average.

How much rain does Chattanooga get for new plantings?

Chattanooga averages 52.48 inches of precipitation a year, which decides whether new beds need drip irrigation or can rely on rainfall after establishment.

What plants survive Chattanooga summers?

With summer highs near 90F in Chattanooga, landscapers favor heat-tolerant, established-root plantings and mulch deep enough to hold soil moisture.

Do I need a permit for landscaping in Chattanooga, TN?

In TN, A pest control charter from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture is required for each location offering custom lawn pesticide application. Retaining walls, grading and drainage changes are what most often need a permit in Chattanooga.

How cold do Chattanooga winters get for landscaping?

Winter lows near 31F in Chattanooga set which perennials and shrubs are hardy enough to survive without protection.