Quick Answer

Landscaping Cost in London (2026)

Average cost in London

$28,500avg

$5,000 — $120,000

$4 — $60 per sq ft

+4.2% YoY
12 sources
Updated today
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Skilled installation and crew wages

$1,750 — $42,000

35%

Materials

Plants, interlock, sod, and soil

$2,250 — $54,000

45%

Design and Planning

2D/3D conceptual drawings and consultations

$500 — $12,000

10%

Permits and Site Prep

Municipal fees, grading, and excavation

$500 — $12,000

10%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $3,705 tax$32,205

HST at 13%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Sod or seed lawn
  • Garden bed preparation
  • Mulch & edging
  • Shrubs & perennials (basic)
  • Grading & soil prep
  • Labor

Typically Excludes

  • Hardscaping (pavers, retaining walls)
  • Irrigation system
  • Mature tree planting
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fencing

Based on landscaping a standard 2,000 sq ft front or back yard.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$9,500

$7,600 — $11,400

Based on 12 sources and market data for London. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Landscaping Contractors in London

Verified providers
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Brothers Landscaping & Property Maintenance London

1350 Wharncliffe Rd S Unit 7, London, ON N6L 1K3, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

82 reviews

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Lahib Landscaping

185 Wellington St, London, ON N6B 2K9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

146 reviews

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Wildroses Landscaping Corp

3436 Roe St, London, ON N6L 0J8, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

183 reviews

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Exterior Needs

260 Villagewalk Blvd, London, ON N6G 0W6, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

87 reviews

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Edwards & Sons Complete Property Maintenance Inc.

1875 Wharncliffe Rd S Unit 4A, London, ON N6L 1K2, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

119 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

In 2026, a mid-range backyard renovation in London typically costs between $25,000 and $75,000. High-end projects including pools or outdoor kitchens frequently exceed $120,000.

Professional sod installation in the London area averages between $1.70 and $2.60 per square foot, which includes soil preparation, the sod itself, and labor.

As of 2026, the City of London charges approximately $125 for inground pool permits and $50 to $80 for deck permits depending on the square footage.

Landscaping companies in London generally charge between $50 and $100 per hour for a two-person crew, while specialized hardscaping labor can range from $65 to $195 per hour.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.