Landscaping Estimate Template (Free, with a Sample Quote)
Part of Landscaping & Aggregate
Quick answer
A landscaping estimate lists the materials by volume (mulch, topsoil, gravel in cubic yards), plants and hardscape, the labor to install, and your overhead and profit. Build one free: get the yardages from the mulch, topsoil and gravel calculators, send them to the estimate maker, add your rate and logo, and download a PDF.
Landscaping estimates mix bulk materials sold by the cubic yard (mulch, topsoil, gravel), plants and sod sold by the unit, and hardscape sold by the square foot. List each at its order unit, add delivery and install labor, then your margin.
What a landscaping estimate should include
- Your company name and contact details.
- The customer and the property address.
- Bulk materials by the cubic yard: mulch, topsoil, gravel (with delivery).
- Plants, trees, sod and edging by the unit.
- Hardscape (pavers, retaining wall) by the square or face foot.
- Labor: bed prep, planting, spreading and cleanup.
- Overhead and profit; note disposal and a valid-until date.
Sample landscaping estimate (mid-size front yard)
| Line item | Qty | Unit | Unit price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood mulch (delivered) | 6 | yd³ | $45 | $270 |
| Garden topsoil (delivered) | 4 | yd³ | $40 | $160 |
| Shrubs & perennials | 20 | ea | $25 | $500 |
| Bed prep & planting | 16 | hr | $55 | $880 |
| Cost subtotal | $1,810 |
Add overhead and profit to reach the customer price. Get the bulk yardages from the mulch, topsoil and gravel calculators, send them to the estimate maker as line items, then add plants and labor and download the PDF. Source: 2026 US landscaping material and labor references. Last verified: June 2026.
FAQs
What should a landscaping estimate include?
Bulk materials by the cubic yard (mulch, topsoil, gravel) with delivery, plants and sod by the unit, any hardscape by the square foot, install labor, and your overhead and profit, plus disposal and a valid-until date.
How do I price mulch and topsoil on an estimate?
Price them by the cubic yard delivered — bulk mulch runs about $30–$50 per yard and topsoil $35–$55, before spreading labor. Use the mulch and topsoil calculators to convert bed dimensions and depth into the yards to order.
What's the difference between a landscaping estimate and a quote?
An estimate is approximate and can change; a quote is a fixed price that's binding once accepted. The estimate maker toggles the wording between the two.