Landscaping Questions — Answered

Landscape projects in Arizona vary widely based on scope. Small improvements like irrigation repairs or planting updates may run $1,000–$5,000. Mid-range projects — patios, turf installs, or lighting — typically fall between $8,000 and $40,000. Full design-build transformations with hardscaping, outdoor kitchens, and pools can range from $40,000 to $150,000+. The best way to understand cost for your specific property is to start with a consultation where we evaluate your space, goals, and budget together.

Timeline depends on project complexity. A straightforward planting or turf project may take 1–2 weeks. A mid-range hardscape or lighting project typically runs 3–6 weeks. Full design-build projects — including design approval, permitting, and multi-phase construction — usually take 2–4 months from start to finish. We establish a clear timeline during the planning phase so you know what to expect at every step.

Design is an industry standard for good reason. It gives you a visual plan, clarifies scope and budget before construction begins, and ensures the build team has clear direction. At Core Landscape AZ, design and build work together — our designers and builders collaborate from day one, which means what you approve is what gets built. In many cases, the design investment is applied toward the overall project.

Yes. Phasing is a practical approach that many homeowners use to manage budget while still achieving a cohesive result. We can design the full vision upfront and then break construction into logical phases — for example, hardscaping and irrigation first, followed by planting and lighting in a second phase, and outdoor living features later. This way every phase builds on the last, and nothing has to be redone.