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This is big business across the USA. Consumer, be wary. Landscaping can cost thousands and hiring the wrong landscaper could cost you big time.   Follow these simple tips to reduce risk and increase a desirable outcome:   If your friends and neighbors recommend a landscaper, chances are their service is probably acceptable. Ask local nurseries, state or local landscape architects and home and garden stores for recommendations. Ask for references Look for experience Get quotes from multiple sources View their past work Do they use the latest in machinery? Check their equipment. Good tools indicate a successful landscaper Don't pay until the job is done. You lose leverage, if you pay up front. Ask to see liability and workers' comp insurance. You could be libel for injuries, if the contractor has none. While your at it, ask to see all their license