McHenry County Landscapers

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Serving Crystal Lake & all of McHenry County, IL.

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What we help with

Six core landscaping services

Every pro in our directory specializes in one or more of these. Click any card to ask the AI a deeper question about it.

Lawn care & maintenance

Weekly mowing, edging, fertilizing, aeration, overseeding, weed control. The backbone of a healthy Northern Illinois cool-season lawn.

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Landscape design & install

Full yard makeovers, new planting beds, ornamentals, foundation plantings, and outdoor lighting.

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Hardscaping

Paver patios, walkways, retaining walls, fire pits, and outdoor kitchens. Built to handle Illinois freeze-thaw cycles.

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Tree & shrub care

Pruning, removal, disease diagnosis, planting, and emerald-ash-borer treatment by certified arborists.

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Irrigation & drainage

Sprinkler systems, smart controllers, French drains, yard grading to fix wet-spot problems.

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Seasonal cleanup

Spring and fall cleanups, leaf removal, gutter clearing, and snow & ice management.

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The directory

All local landscapers in Crystal Lake & McHenry County

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Pricing transparency

What does landscaping cost in Crystal Lake & McHenry County?

Typical 2026 prices in McHenry County. Your quote may vary based on scope and access.

Weekly mowing (¼ acre)$40 – $55 / visit
Full-service lawn care (season)$1,200 – $2,400
Spring or fall cleanup$275 – $650
Aeration + overseeding$180 – $380
Landscape design + install$4,000 – $15,000
Paver patio (per sqft)$18 – $35
Retaining wall (per linear ft)$65 – $150
Irrigation system (small yard)$3,500 – $6,500
Tree removal (mature)$650 – $2,400
Snow & ice, seasonal$350 – $900

Quick project estimator

$1,800 – $3,200
Estimated range based on McHenry County averages. Exact quote depends on access, materials, and grade.

Sources: average of 2024–2025 pro quotes from McHenry County, U of I Extension cost data, and homeowner surveys.

Learn

Get smarter before you hire

Three free homeowner guides — written for our climate, zone, and the way pros around here actually work.

Planting guide

Native plants, timing, soil prep, and the calendar for Crystal Lake & McHenry County.

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Glossary

Plain-English definitions for the terms pros throw around — base prep, aeration, freeze-thaw, and more.

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Hiring tips

Seven questions to ask before you sign anything — and the red flags that should make you walk away.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does landscaping cost in McHenry County?
Weekly mowing in Crystal Lake and surrounding McHenry County towns typically runs $40–$75 per visit depending on lot size. A full landscape design and install averages $4,000–$15,000, while paver patios range from $18–$35 per square foot installed. Irrigation systems start around $3,500 for small yards.
When is the best time to plant in Northern Illinois?
Crystal Lake sits in USDA Zone 6a (per the 2023 USDA map update — previously Zone 5a). The safe spring planting window opens after the last frost, usually mid-May. Fall planting (September through mid-October) is ideal for trees, shrubs, and perennials because cooler soil reduces transplant shock.
Do Crystal Lake landscapers need to be licensed?
Illinois does not require a statewide general landscaping license. Specific trades — irrigation contractors and applicators of restricted-use pesticides — do need state credentials. Many municipalities also require contractors to register locally and show proof of liability insurance, so check Crystal Lake's current contractor-registration rules at crystallake.org. Always verify registration, insurance, and request references before hiring.
How far in advance should I book?
Spring cleanups — mid-February. Summer installs — early April. Fall cleanups — mid-August. Irrigation and hardscape typically need 3 – 6 weeks lead time during peak season.
Can I water my lawn anytime?
Crystal Lake has water-conservation rules during the warm-weather months that include odd/even sprinkling restrictions tied to your address. The exact start/end dates and any morning/evening hour limits are set by the city ordinance — check crystallake.org or call Public Works for the current rules before installing or scheduling irrigation.
Do you charge to get matched?
No. Matching and talking to our AI advisor are free. You only pay the landscaper directly for the work you choose to hire them for.
Where we serve

Crystal Lake & McHenry County

We cover the full McHenry County footprint and the northwestern edge of Kane County. If you're within 15 miles of Crystal Lake, we almost certainly have a pro for you.

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