Brian Ward Landscaping

Brian Ward Landscaping serves Tallahassee. The business operates Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 3 PM. Call (850) 725-3311 to discuss your project.

In Florida, landscapers performing construction work—such as hardscaping, irrigation installation, or structural improvements to real estate—may be required to hold a license from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) Construction Industry Licensing Board. The state distinguishes between certified contractors, who hold a certificate of competency and may work anywhere in Florida, and registered contractors, who have met the specific competency requirements of their jurisdiction and may contract only within that jurisdiction. Verify which license type applies to the work you are planning.

You can search for a contractor's license status online through the Florida DBPR licensing portal. The portal allows you to search by contractor name, license number, city, or license type. This search gives you access to official records and helps confirm whether a contractor is authorized to perform the work in your area.

Before hiring, ask your landscaper whether they hold a state or local license for the scope of work you need, and request their license number so you can verify it. Florida's building code and local permitting requirements apply to many landscape projects. Depending on the work—especially irrigation systems or hardscaping—permits and inspections may be required. Confirm with your contractor whether permits are needed and who will handle them.