Starting a landscaping business cost in 2026
Starting a landscaping business costs $500 to $50,000 per business in 2026, and most people pay about $6,900.
What moves the price
- Owning a mower, trimmer and truck already can cut the cost to a few hundred dollars.
- A new pickup truck costs $30,000 to $50,000, while a used one can be $5,000.
- Commercial mowers cost more than home mowers.
- Insurance runs about $35 to $70 per month for general liability.
- Local license and business registration fees are different in each state.
- Where you live. Prices in big cities usually run higher than in small towns.
What is included
The range is per business, startup cost. Startup totals usually cover tools, a license, business registration and the first insurance bill. A work truck, trailer, fuel, software and marketing may be extra depending on the source.
Startup items and prices
| Item | Price as printed |
|---|---|
| Lean solo startup | $500 to $8,000 |
| Larger crew with commercial gear | $15,000 to $50,000+ |
| Commercial walk-behind mower | $1,000 to $5,000 |
| Commercial ride-on mower | $6,000 to $10,000+ |
| New pickup truck | $30,000 to $50,000 |
| Enclosed trailer | $3,000 to $10,000 |
| General liability insurance | $35 to $70 per month |
| LLC or DBA registration | $50 to $100 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: Bob Vila.
Ways to pay less
- Start with a used mower and trimmer and buy more as customers come in.
- Buy a used truck or trailer instead of a new pickup.
- Use free options like a Google Business Profile for marketing.
What price guides say
We checked 4 price guides and read every number on their pages. They do not all measure the same thing, so the ranges on this page come from putting them side by side.
- Bob Vila: How Much Does It Cost to Start a Landscaping Business?
- Joist: How to Start a Landscaping Business
- LawnStarter: What Does It Cost to Start a Lawn Care Business?
- Housecall Pro: Lawn Care Business Startup Cost
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Starting a landscaping business costs $500 to $50,000 per business in 2026, and most people pay about $6,900. Most people pay about $6,900 per business. The low end is $500 and the high end is $50,000.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: Owning a mower, trimmer and truck already can cut the cost to a few hundred dollars; A new pickup truck costs $30,000 to $50,000, while a used one can be $5,000; Commercial mowers cost more than home mowers.
How can I pay less?
Start with a used mower and trimmer and buy more as customers come in. Buy a used truck or trailer instead of a new pickup. Use free options like a Google Business Profile for marketing.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 4 named price guides: Bob Vila, Joist, LawnStarter, Housecall Pro. Each one is linked on this page with the date we read it.
Related costs
Compare prices
Related jobs people check next, with the usual 2026 price.
| Job | Usual price |
|---|---|
| Business owner's policy cost | $83 to $125 |
| Landscaping cost | $1.3K to $25K |
| Cost to start an LLC | $35 to $500 |
| Small business insurance cost | $30 to $123 |