Find a local landscaping & lawn care in Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, Fort Worth, Texas, landscaping fights heat, drought restrictions, and clay soil — the right native and drought-tolerant plan saves water and survives August. Get matched with a local landscaper who designs for our climate (and a licensed irrigator for sprinklers).
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Fort Worth landscaping lives and dies by water. Tarrant County-area watering restrictions are common in summer, so drought-tolerant natives (Texas sage, lantana, buffalo grass) and efficient irrigation pay off. Sprinkler and irrigation work requires a TCEQ-Licensed Irrigator — verify that license before hiring.
Spring (March–May) brings Fort Worth's hail and the busiest contractor backlog — schedule ahead when you can.
What to verify when hiring a landscaping in Fort Worth
- After a hailstorm, get inspections in writing before signing with any storm-chaser crews working Fort Worth.
- Ask how the landscaping accounts for expansive clay movement — it's the #1 cause of callbacks in Tarrant County.
- Confirm freeze and winterization steps — the 2021 statewide event showed how exposed Fort Worth homes are.
Serving Arlington Heights, Fairmount, TCU/Westcliff, Keller and the rest of the Dallas–Fort Worth area.
Permits and inspections for major work run through the City of Fort Worth Development Services.
Common landscaping jobs in Fort Worth
- Drought-tolerant and xeriscape design
- Sod installation and lawn renovation
- Sprinkler/irrigation (licensed irrigator)
- Tree planting, trimming, and removal
- Mulch, beds, and stone/hardscape
- Drainage and grading for clay soil
What it costs in Fort Worth
$50–$100/mo maintenance · $3,000–$15,000+ full yard install
Labor rates in the Dallas–Fort Worth market are set by local demand; the statewide ranges above are a starting point, not a Fort Worth quote.
Licensing & permits
Frequently asked about landscaping in Fort Worth
Do I need a permit for landscaping work in Fort Worth?
Major landscaping work in Fort Worth typically requires a permit and inspection through the City of Fort Worth Development Services; routine repairs usually don't. Ask the contractor who will pull the permit and verify any required trade license before hiring.
Does irrigation work require a license in Fort Worth, Texas?
Yes — installing or repairing a sprinkler/irrigation system in Texas requires a TCEQ Licensed Irrigator. General landscaping, mowing, planting, and hardscape do not require a state license. Verify the irrigator's credential before hiring; CallerSync does not currently verify it.
What's the best landscaping for Fort Worth, Texas heat and water limits?
Native and drought-tolerant (xeriscape) design — native grasses, adapted shrubs, mulch, and efficient drip irrigation. It survives August, handles watering restrictions, and cuts your water bill. A good Texas landscaper designs around your specific sun and soil.
How much does landscaping cost in Fort Worth, Texas?
Routine lawn maintenance runs about $50–$100 per visit. A full front-yard refresh (beds, plants, mulch, stone) often runs $3,000–$8,000; a complete design-build with irrigation and hardscape can reach $15,000+. Get a written scope and plant list.