Ever seen poor landscaping? Whether it’s a poorly-executed DIY effort or the result of a company that doesn’t have the experience for the job, it tends to stick in our minds – for the wrong reason. Landscaping should be as functional as it is visually appealing, which means working with professionals who really know what they’re doing. Keep in mind, your home’s landscaping has the potential for the highest return of any home improvement project, so it’s worth doing properly. Here in Nevada, the right licenses are not only legally required, they’re a sign that you’re working with a company that understands the process. Here’s why it’s so important to hire a licensed landscaper for your project in 2023.
Do Landscapers Need a License in Nevada?
Landscaping contractors need to be licensed in every state, and Nevada is no exception. A local landscaping company needs a C-10 license to offer services including lawn cutting, irrigation, paver installation, tree trimming, and similar projects. This license is a confirmation that a landscaper has the appropriate experience in the industry and can keep considerations such as the local climate, soil and foliage in mind, along with important environmental regulations and standards.
There’s another benefit to a licensed landscaper. It means the company is bonded and insured. That means your family and home are protected the event of property damage or if a worker is injured while working on your property.
Landscaping Licenses in Northern Nevada
There are multiple licenses available for different areas of landscaping work. In northern Nevada, it’s illegal to hire a landscaper for work that he or she isn’t license to perform. Let’s say your project involves the installation of underground pipes or drainage, but your landscaper isn’t licensed for the work. To stay compliant, that work must be contracted to someone who holds that license.
What about specific projects? If you want to add a patio cover or pergola to your outdoor space here in Reno or Sparks in 2023, your landscaper needs a C-3 license to build wooden structures (including decks and wooden patio covers), and a C-14 license to build metal structures (like aluminum patio covers). Without those licenses, a landscaper isn’t legally allowed to perform this work.
What Happens if You Hire an Unlicensed Landscaper?
First, it’s illegal, so that’s problem one. It’s also a risky move. Hiring someone who seems to have the right experience but doesn’t have the license to prove it means you bear responsibility if anything goes wrong. For big projects, with lots of room for error, you’re really sticking your neck out! Ask yourself if you’re prepared to pay for what could be poorly-performed landscaping work, and then shell out again for a professional to fix the job. Doing it right the first time with a licensed contractor eliminates this risk.
The Bottom Line
When you’re looking for a landscaper, always ask about current licenses. Your landscaping contractor should have the right licenses for the scope of work you want done, or the relationships in place to contract out any work they can’t legally perform. In Reno and Sparks, Harris Landscape Construction has both. Contact us today to learn more about 2023 landscaping projects.
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