A landscaping estimate template handles the variability of landscape work — site conditions, plant selections, and soil surprises — with allowances and stated assumptions, so you can give a real number fast without owning the unknowns.
Use this landscaping template See the general estimate template
Sample Landscaping Estimate Line Items
| Item | Qty | Unit Price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site prep — strip turf, grade 600 sq ft | 1 | $950 | $950 |
| Topsoil and amendment | 8 yd | $55 | $440 |
| Plant material allowance | 1 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| Mulch, delivered and installed | 6 yd | $95 | $570 |
| Labor — planting and finish | 24 hrs | $55 | $1,320 |
| Equipment and disposal | 1 | $380 | $380 |
What to Include
- Measured areas for sod, mulch, and grading — not eyeballed
- Plant material and irrigation repair allowances
- Soil assumption: diggable soil; rock and roots are change orders
- Plant warranty terms and the watering conditions that void them
- A maintenance option line on every install estimate
Recommended Terms
Take 25–50% deposit on installs to cover plant orders. Include weather-delay language for seasonal work, and state disposal pricing by trailer load — green waste volume is easy to underestimate.
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