Landscaping cost in Fontana, CA
Fontana homeowners typically pay $3,100 – $15,600 for landscaping. Local labor and materials price 4% above the national average.
Fontana average
$7,800
Typical low
$3,100
Typical high
$15,600
Per square foot
$4 – $42
Sample ZIP
92335
What drives Fontana pricing
Local labor
Licensed Fontana contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 4% above the national labor average. Demand in the Inland Empire market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.
Permits & code
Fontana follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Fontana building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Inland Empire jurisdictions add high-wind and fire-hardening requirements in foothill zones.
Climate & conditions
Fontana sits in a hot, dry inland climate with Santa Ana wind events, so expect wind-rated fasteners, fire-resistant materials and heat-tolerant finishes.
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Estimated project cost
$1,560 – $6,240
Most homeowners pay around $3,900
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Cost by material in Fontana
Installed Fontana pricing per square foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Sod | $1 – $3 |
| Hydroseed / seed | $0 – $1 |
| Mulch beds | $2 – $6 |
| Gravel / xeriscape | $3 – $10 |
| Paver patio | $16 – $31 |
| Retaining wall | $26 – $62 |
Where the money goes in Fontana
A typical $7,800 Fontana project, broken down by line item.
- Labor45% · $3,510
- Plants and materials30% · $2,340
- Hardscape materials15% · $1,170
- Design, permits and disposal10% · $780
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Fontana quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Landscape lighting
Sprinkler system
Fire pit
Drainage / French drain
Mature tree planting
Per tree
Sod removal
Per square foot
Ways to save in Fontana
- Phase the project: hardscape and grading first, plantings the following season.
- Use smaller plants — a 1-gallon shrub becomes a 5-gallon shrub in two years at a quarter of the price.
- Seed instead of sod where you can wait; the savings are dramatic.
- Do your own demo, mulching and cleanup and pay for skilled work only.
- Choose native plants to cut irrigation and replacement costs long term.
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