Is insurance legally required for landscaping businesses?

It depends:  

  • Workers’ compensation is legally required in nearly every state if you employ workers. 
  • Some states and municipalities may also require proof of liability insurance to operate as a licensed landscaping business. 
  • Even if not legally mandated, most commercial and residential clients expect landscapers to carry insurance before awarding contracts. 
  • Having coverage demonstrates professionalism and positions you as a trusted, reliable service provider. 

By Heather

Heather focuses on small business insurance at Gild Insurance Agency, writing clear, practical guidance that helps business owners understand coverage, manage risk, and protect their businesses.