I received a quote for $190 per yard to have 4.5 cubic yards of mulch installed, totaling around $850. This was from my long-time landscaper in Sacramento, CA. I'm unsure if this is a fair price since I don't have much experience with pricing in landscaping. What do you all think?
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Honestly, $190 per yard is pretty standard in Sacramento for both materials and labor. If they’re doing a solid job, that’s fair. Just remember, DIY could run about $300 unless you have the right tools or can handle multiple trips to get it yourself.
In the Bay Area, mulch typically costs $50 to $75 depending on the type. Landscape contractors often mark up materials about 100%, which includes their time and labor. So, it sounds like your landscaper's pricing isn't too outrageous. You could get the mulch delivered yourself, but considering delivery fees, overall costs might still land close to what you're quoted. If your landscaper is experienced, I’d say go for it!
You might want to check out prices from a couple of local suppliers for 4 yards delivered. This will help you gauge if the install labor is worth it for you. If it's a rental property, I get that doing it yourself isn't an option, but definitely consider that if the price feels high. Buying mulch on your own could save some cash in labor fees!
Yeah, it's tough since we can't do it ourselves.
Thanks! That's really helpful to know.