Landscaping and Yard Work in Rochester Hills

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His Workmanship matches residential homeowners with service providers who offer landscaping labor and yard work. Click on the green service titles below to learn more about each service. Rates start at $110 per hour for 2 landscapers. New customers can read Ephesians 2:1-10 to receive a $20 discount. Details are on the final step of the contact form.

His Workmanship coordinates landscaping help in Rochester Hills

Our service providers have your landscaping project taken care of anywhere in Rochester Hills. Check out the map below to view our service area in Rochester Hills. The yard debris can be brought to SOCRRA Compost Site which is north of School Road.

Weeding in Rochester Hills

Do you have garden beds completely overridden with weeds? Are you tired of removing weeds month after month? Do you wish your weeds would just go away and never come back? Then don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. Our gardeners love pulling weeds and doing garden cleanup. We’ve been trained to know the difference between a weed and a plant. We know how to get rid of weeds quickly. We are a weed control service with low hourly rates.

Raking in Rochester Hills

Did you recently look out the window to see that your front and back yard is, once again, covered with leaves? You love the trees but hate the recurring yard cleanup. Why bend over yourself when you can hire us to do it for you? Our workers are prepared to break our backs to complete your leaf removal project. We can bring leaf blowers and rakes to do your spring cleanup or fall cleanup. His Workmanship is the leaf raking service you’ve been looking for.

Trimming in Rochester Hills

Do your bushes need some trimming? Do some of your hedges look like they are having a bad hair day, except it’s more like a few months rather than one day? The solution is straightforward: your hedges need a haircut! Our trimming crew can be the “hair barbers” your shrubs need to start looking neat and clean again. Our landscapers will arrive with trimmers and loppers to prune the excess growth off your shrubs to get them straightened out again.

Mulching in Rochester Hills

Are you tired of the drawbacks of landscape rock and considering installing mulch instead? Has it been more than 3 years since you’ve added mulch to your garden beds? If so, you’ve stumbled across the perfect solution! His Workmanship offers mulching services near you! Our mulchers have years of experience installing mulch and spreading wood chips. We can bring wheelbarrows and scoop shovels to install loose mulch or the kind in plastic bags.

Planting in Rochester Hills

Do you need some hostas transplanted? How about new flowers and perennials to plant in the spring or fall? We’ve got you covered! The customer needs to choose what types of plants they want, pick them up from the local nursery and decide where they’d like them planted. Then our landscapers will do the rest. When it comes to the labor of digging and installing plants, our gardeners are very skilled. Sit back and relax while we get your planting project done.

Digging in Rochester Hills

Do you need trenching for a sprinkler system? How about regrading the yard because of a water drainage problem? Perhaps you need a french drain installed or just some good ole fashioned digging to remove bush root balls. Whatever your situation may be, if you need hand digging, then we’re your guys! Save your back the pain and spare yourself from breaking a sweat. Our college student landscapers will bring shovels and come ready to get dirty.

Edging in Rochester Hills

Are you tired of mulch spilling over into your grass? Are you sick of the lawn mower damaging your plastic edging and ready to replace that with paver bullet edging? Your work is our reward! Our crews have years of experience installing new edging, whether that be pavers or plastic. You’ll need to provide the edging materials and we’ll bring everything needed to separate your grass from your garden beds. We can get that border edging installed for you pronto.

Sodding in Rochester Hills

Did you just buy a house where the yard has only dirt? Does your lawn have lots of dandelions and you just wanna start over? Sounds like a daunting project… but His Workmanship is up for the task! You’d need to order the rolls of sod from your local supplier. Our landscapers will bring the tools necessary to do the sod installation. We’ll get those rolls of grass on your yard in no time. Sod replacement and resodding lawns is one of our favorite projects!

Buckthorn Removal in Rochester Hills

Have you been aware buckthorn is in your woods but have procrastinated on removing it? If it’s been a few years, the buckthorn seedlings have likely grown into small trees. It’d be smart to tackle them now before the buckthorn grows to beyond 3 inches in diameter. The good news is our landscaping crews are experienced with clearing buckthorn. In fact, we specialize in eradicating buckthorn and applying herbicide on the stems.

Rock Removal in Rochester Hills

Did your neighbors swap out their rock for mulch which then sparked your interest in doing the same thing on your property? If you’re up for the challenge then more power to ya, but there aren’t many outdoor tasks more labor intensive than removing rock. If you have some extra money saved up, it’s worth looking at hiring a rock removal company. His Workmanship is one of the cheapest and most affordable rock hauling services near you.

Rock Installation in Rochester Hills

Did you order 12 cubic yards of rock but choose to opt-out of installing it yourself once you saw the size of the rock pile? Maybe knew from the get-go that you’d need to hire some young bucks to do the heavy lifting. In either case, His Workmanship is here to help. Our college landscapers have the strong backs and youthful stamina needed to install landscape rock for hours on end. So you can take it easy while we carry heavy loads doing your rock installation project.

Patio Installation in Rochester Hills

Did you know that the most cost-effective solution for adding “livable” square footage to your property is by building a patio? It’s true! And just think about all the ways you can use that extra living space to add real value to your family and your guests. But who can offer patio install help near you? We can! Simply purchase the materials, configure your patio design, and our hardscapers will take care of all the heavy labor.

Retaining Wall in Rochester Hills

Did you know that retaining walls prevent erosion? They keep the soil from moving which preserves your landscaping. Retaining walls also add a beautiful backdrop for gardens with shrubs and flowers. But is the thought of building a retaining wall from scratch a little daunting? If so, we can help! Our crews are not professional hardscapers, but we are experienced with the basics of installing a retaining wall. We can help with the manual labor while you oversee the work.
Retaining Wall

Hear what a customer says

“I heard about His Workmanship through a google search online and I’m so thankful that I did. Eric was quick to respond to my emails and got me on the schedule right away. I had a huge landscape project that ended up taking well over 100 hours of labor. Each of the crews showed up on time and worked very hard shoveling river rock. I would highly recommend His Workmanship.” – Candy

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Frequently asked questions about landscaping costs

Landscaping costs vary based on project scope, labor requirements, and materials. For basic yard maintenance, garden cleanups, or weeding, labor typically costs $50 – $60 per hour per person. Smaller property maintenance or cleanups generally take 6–8 total labor hours ($320–$480), while larger or heavily overgrown yards may require 8+ hours ($960+). For major structural installations like retaining walls ($1,000–$2,000) or patios ($2,000+), specialized heavy contractors are usually required.
It depends on the predictability of the project. Hourly pricing ($60/hr per person) is ideal for general yard maintenance, weeding, leaf cleanup, and bed preparation because you only pay for the exact time spent working on your property. Flat-fee bids are common for large-scale construction or hardscaping, though contractors often build risk buffers, non-refundable deposits (10%–20%), or unexpected material fees into flat quotes.
Many traditional landscape contractors charge a fee or require a minimum project size to perform an onsite visit. However, for standard yard care and maintenance, hourly labor services do not require an onsite consultation. Homeowners can simply estimate the number of hours needed or provide photos/videos of their yard online to book help immediately without waiting for a contractor visit. Click here to get a free online estimate.
Traditional full-service contractors collect deposits (typically 10% to 20%) to secure materials upfront and lock in scheduling. Labor-only service models generally do not require large upfront deposits for routine yard work because the homeowner provides their own materials, keeping the financial commitment simple and straightforward.
Service providers use minimum charges (usually covering 6 hours of labor) to cover travel time, equipment transport, and crew dispatch costs. To maximize the value of a minimum service charge, homeowners should list multiple small tasks for the crew to complete in a single visit—such as combining bush trimming, flower bed weeding, and leaf raking.
For non-structural yard work—such as pulling weeds, spreading mulch, trimming bushes, and raking leaves—hiring energetic student workers or labor-focused helpers provides the highest value. You get the same physical labor done at a fraction of the cost. For complex structural builds like stone retaining walls, drainage systems, or electrical water features, hiring specialized heavy contractors is recommended to avoid costly installation mistakes.
The most effective way to lower landscaping expenses is to source materials yourself and hire labor separately. Purchasing mulch, soil, rock, or plants directly from local suppliers eliminates retail contractor markups. Additionally, arranging for on-site composting or using city yard-waste bagging saves on expensive off-site waste disposal fees.
Tipping is optional and not required, but it is always appreciated for hard physical labor in challenging weather conditions. If a crew works efficiently and does a great job on your yard, a tip of 10% to 20% of the total labor cost (or $20–$40 per worker) is standard.

Choose a company with clear communication, upfront estimates, and strong customer reviews. Always request a clear breakdown of labor and materials before work begins. His Workmanship connects homeowners directly with hardworking, reliable landscaping crews who deliver quality results without the heavy corporate markup.

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1. Get a free estimate in just a couple minutes

Select the services that best align with your needs and describe the details of your project to help us get a better idea of the scope of work. Feel free to upload pictures so your crew can visualize your specific needs.

2. Receive great customer support along the way

Our staff guarantees a reply to all emails within 24 hours. Once you get scheduled, you'll get a confirmation email with your service provider names as well as a text notification 1 hour before your project starts.

3. Relax while we speedily complete your project

Equipment in hand, your crew will arrive a few minutes early so they can collaborate with you about the work that needs to be done. Once they finish, you can pay the total bill directly to the crew leader. It's as simple as that!

His Workmanship is a Christian company

The mission of His Workmanship is to glorify God by displaying the gospel through speedy communication and quick scheduling. We are an online booking agency which facilitates the provision of labor services by matching Christian college providers with homeowners.

Hear what a provider says

My name is Mike and this is my eighth summer since joining the His Workmanship network. I’ve been good friends with the owner ever since our college days. Our relationship has grown over the years and I felt very respected throughout the whole process. I can work when I want to work and I can take off however many days I need to rest. I would highly recommend for college students to get connected with the team at His Workmanship.

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Fun facts about Rochester Hills

In May 1984, township voters approved a city charter. On November 20, 1984, Avon Township became the City of Rochester Hills. The name of the new city was put to a vote, with the other choice being “Avon Hills”. The name “Rochester Hills” won by a landslide with voters, based on the area’s historical ties to Rochester and the rolling hills that abound in the area. Rochester Hills does not have a police department, so the city’s police services are provided by the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. The city provides the Rochester Hills Public Library. Learn more about Rochester Hills schools, utilities and parks.
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