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Quick answer #1 is Hunter Excavating (5.0★, 179 reviews)
The best-rated landscapers in Durham, NC are Hunter Excavating (5.0★, 179 reviews), NC Trees and More (5.0★, 124 reviews) and Greenway Irrigation (4.8★, 717 reviews).
- 4.9★average rating
- 2,145Google reviews
- 5open weekends
- 9landscaping specialists
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About this list
We compared landscapers across Durham by star rating and review volume. These 10 average 4.9 stars across 2,145 Google reviews. 5 of them are open on weekends.
Compare all 10 side by side
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Weekends |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hunter Excavating | 5.0 | 179 | Yes |
| 2 | NC Trees and More | 5.0 | 124 | Yes |
| 3 | Greenway Irrigation | 4.8 | 717 | No |
| 4 | BroadLeaf Tree and Shrub | 5.0 | 109 | No |
| 5 | Grow It Yourself | 5.0 | 83 | Yes |
| 6 | Green Leaves Tree Care Inc | 4.9 | 103 | Yes |
| 7 | Agape Lawn Company | 4.7 | 478 | No |
| 8 | Grateful Trees and Bees | 5.0 | 51 | No |
| 9 | Nazo Landscaping Inc | 4.7 | 239 | Yes |
| 10 | All Green Tree Care Raleigh – Durham Inc | 4.9 | 62 | No |
Before you hire a landscaper
5 quick checks before you call.
- Check the license.
Ask which licenses and permits they hold for work in Durham, and check with the city if the job needs a permit.
- Ask for proof of insurance.
Liability insurance covers damage to your home if something goes wrong.
- Get 2 or 3 written quotes.
Compare what each one includes, not just the price.
- Don't pay everything upfront.
A deposit is normal. Pay the rest when the work is done.
- Read the newest reviews.
Recent reviews say more about the business today than old ones.
Questions people ask
Who is the best-rated landscaper in Durham?
Hunter Excavating ranks #1 with 5.0 stars from 179 reviews.
Which landscapers in Durham are open on weekends?
Hunter Excavating, NC Trees and More, Grow It Yourself, Green Leaves Tree Care Inc and Nazo Landscaping Inc are open on Saturday or Sunday.
Which landscaper in Durham has the most reviews?
Greenway Irrigation has the most, with 717 Google reviews and a 4.8 rating.
How is this list ranked?
We rank by Google star rating weighted by review count, so a 4.9 with 400 reviews beats a 5.0 with 8. Landscaping specialists get a small edge over companies that also list other trades. Details were last checked Nov 2, 2026.