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Landscapers in Des Moines, IA
24 local landscapers serving Des Moines and the surrounding area. Des Moines is a mid-size city with steady demand for home work. See typical Iowa costs and a free DIY-or-hire breakdown before you reach out. We never sell your info and never take kickbacks.
Population
~214,133
Pros within 35 mi
24
Nearest listed
3 mi
Typical sod installation cost in Iowa: hiring runs $900–$3,700, DIY about $400–$1,300. Calibrate it to Des Moines before you call.
Landscapers near Des Moines
American Lawn Care Inc.
Landscaping · Des Moines, Iowa · 3 mi
High N Tight Lawn and Landscaping
Landscaping · Des Moines, Iowa · 4 mi
Excel Lawns & Landscape
Landscaping · Des Moines, Iowa · 4 mi
Mid Iowa Property Services
Landscaping · Des Moines, Iowa · 4 mi
All American Turf Beauty
Landscaping · Urbandale, Iowa · 6 mi
Babylon Landscaping & Renovations
Landscaping · West Des Moines, Iowa · 7 mi
Ted Lare Design Build & Garden Center
Landscaping · Cumming, Iowa · 11 mi
Permits & rules in Iowa
Permit rules for sod installation vary by city and county in Iowa. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Iowa guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Iowa sod installation costs are calibrated from the national average using Iowa's regional price parity (0.90) and local labor index (0.93).
See Iowa permit details →Landscapers in Des Moines: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a landscaper in Des Moines, Iowa?
In Iowa, sod installation typically runs $900 to $3,700 when you hire a pro, and about $400 to $1,300 if you do it yourself. Des Moines prices track the Iowa range, with larger metros toward the high end. Size it to your own home with our free calculator.
Do I need a permit for sod installation in Iowa?
Permit rules for sod installation vary by city and county in Iowa. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Iowa guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Always confirm with the Des Moines or Iowa building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a landscaper in Des Moines?
Sod installation is rated moderate for a DIYer. Doing it yourself can save the gap between $400 to $1,300 and $900 to $3,700, but landscapers bring tools, permits, and a warranty. For a large or time-sensitive job, a local pro in Des Moines is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many landscapers serve Des Moines?
We currently list 24 landscapers within about 35 miles of Des Moines, the nearest about 3 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.