Landscaping Market Report: Macomb County, MI

77 landscaping companies, 7,192 Google reviews, and a 4.59 average rating. A seasonal market with one clear review leader — here's where the opportunities are.

Market snapshot

Data: Google Places API & US Census Bureau · Updated 2026-03-20
77
Med spas
4.59
Avg rating
7,192
Total reviews
8.8
Per 100k residents
$78k
Median HHI
877.6k
Population

Top landscapings by Google reviews

Ranked by review count. Ratings and review counts from Google as of 2026-03-20.

# Business City Rating Reviews
1 Lakeside Pro Services: Plumbing, Irrigation, Lawn, Construction Roseville 4.9 1,134
2 Big Lakes Lawncare Macomb 4.7 768
3 Dynamic Lawn & Landscape Sterling Heights 4.8 338
4 NexGreen Lawn Tree and Exterior Pest Sterling Heights 4.9 283
5 Grow Garden and Landscape Design Hazel Park 5 279
6 Victory Lawnscape L.L.C. Shelby Township 4.6 263
7 Lucia Landscaping Roseville 4.4 257
8 VIsionary Fertilization Shelby Township 4.9 238
9 Dale's Landscaping Supply, Inc. Roseville 3.8 183
10 Kalfas Landscaping Sterling Heights 4.9 154
11 B & W Landscape & Patio Clinton Township 4.6 154
12 Suburban Landscape Management Utica 4.6 153
13 Beste's Landscape Supply Warren 4.6 151
14 Marino's Landscape Washington 4.7 146
15 Stumpf's Outdoor Services Roseville 5 125

Landscapings by city

How providers are distributed across Macomb County.

City Count Avg rating Total reviews
Clinton Township 11 4.7 641
Sterling Heights 10 4.7 1,012
Shelby Township 9 4.7 778
Roseville 8 4.3 1,849
Macomb 7 4.6 948
Warren 7 4.4 407
Mt Clemens 5 4.5 82
Ray 3 4.6 147
Utica 2 4.3 194
Washington 2 4.9 166
Chesterfield 2 4.4 135
Fraser 2 4.4 102
New Baltimore 2 5 104
Richmond 2 4.8 96
Hazel Park 1 5 279
Bruce Township 1 4.7 116
Eastpointe 1 4.8 85
MI 48316 1 4.6 40
Lenox 1 4.7 11

Market analysis

Geographic concentration

Clinton Township leads with 11 landscaping companies, followed by Sterling Heights (10), Shelby Township (9), Roseville (8), and Macomb Township (7). The distribution is more even than other verticals, reflecting the service-area nature of landscaping — companies serve multiple cities regardless of where they're based.

Rating landscape

At 4.59, landscaping ties with roofing for the lowest average rating in the county. The industry's seasonal workforce, weather-dependent scheduling, and subjective quality standards contribute to more mixed reviews. With an average of just 93 reviews per company, the review landscape is thin — creating real opportunity for companies that invest in systematic review generation.

Demographics

Market gaps

  • Lakeside Pro Services leads with 1,134 reviews — nearly 16% of all landscaping reviews in the county from a single company, showing the power of review velocity in a low-volume market
  • The average company has only 93 reviews — the lowest of any vertical analyzed, meaning the barrier to differentiation is very low
  • Warren, the county's largest city, has no entries in the top cities for landscaping companies despite having the most residential properties
  • Few landscaping companies differentiate between lawn care, hardscaping, landscape design, and snow removal in their GBP categories

What this data means for your landscaping company

Landscaping is seasonal, competitive, and deeply local. The data reveals a market where most companies are invisible online — and the few that invest in visibility are capturing disproportionate market share.

93 average reviews is the lowest bar in the county — use it

The average landscaping company in Macomb County has just 93 Google reviews. That's the lowest of any vertical we've analyzed — lower than roofing (106), far below dental (404) or HVAC (441). Lakeside Pro Services dominates with 1,134 reviews, but the second-place company (Big Lakes Lawncare, 768) is already 32% behind. A landscaping company that reaches 200+ reviews would be in the top tier of the entire county. The barrier to entry for map pack dominance is remarkably low.

Service differentiation is almost nonexistent

Most landscaping GBP listings in Macomb County use the same generic category — "Landscaper." Very few distinguish between lawn maintenance, landscape design, hardscaping, irrigation, and snow removal. This is a missed opportunity. A homeowner searching "paver patio installer Clinton Township" or "snow removal service Sterling Heights" has specific intent — and almost no competitors targeting those terms. Specialty GBP categories and dedicated service pages capture these high-intent, low-competition searches.

Seasonality is your content calendar — and nobody's using it

Michigan landscaping demand follows a predictable cycle: spring cleanups (March-April), lawn care contracts (May), hardscaping projects (June-September), fall cleanups (October-November), and snow removal (December-March). Almost no landscaping companies in the county publish seasonal content aligned with this cycle. The companies that post "spring cleanup specials" in February and "fall aeration" content in August capture search demand exactly when homeowners are ready to hire.

Roseville is surprisingly competitive for its size

Roseville has 8 landscaping companies — disproportionate to its population. More importantly, Lakeside Pro Services (1,134 reviews) is based there, raising the local competitive bar significantly. Companies serving Roseville need stronger-than-average review profiles and GBP optimization just to appear alongside Lakeside in map results. In contrast, Warren and other southern Macomb cities are underserved.

How we help landscaping companies build year-round visibility

We build local search systems for landscaping companies — designed around seasonal demand cycles and the way homeowners actually search for outdoor services.

Google Business Profile optimization
Service-specific categories, seasonal posts, project photos, and service area configuration. Most landscapers in this market have bare-bones profiles — a complete one immediately stands out.
Review generation system
Automated post-job review requests sent after every lawn service, install, and cleanup. In a market where 93 reviews is average, consistent generation can put you in the top 10 within one season.
Seasonal content strategy
Spring cleanup guides, summer hardscaping showcases, fall lawn prep content, and winter snow removal pages — published ahead of each season so you're ranking when demand spikes.
Service-specific landing pages
Dedicated pages for lawn care, hardscaping, landscape design, irrigation, and snow removal — each targeting city-specific searches like "patio installation Shelby Township" or "lawn care Clinton Township."

Frequently asked questions

How many landscaping companies are in Macomb County?
As of March 2026, there are 77 landscaping companies operating in Macomb County, MI. Clinton Township has the most (11), followed by Sterling Heights (10), Shelby Township (9), Roseville (8), and Macomb Township (7).
What is the average Google rating for landscapers in Macomb County?
The average Google rating across all 77 Macomb County landscaping companies is 4.59 out of 5.0. Top performers like Lakeside Pro Services (4.9) and Dynamic Lawn & Landscape (4.8) stand out against the lower average.
Which landscaping company has the most Google reviews in Macomb County?
Lakeside Pro Services in Roseville leads with 1,134 Google reviews (4.9 rating). Big Lakes Lawncare in Macomb Township is second with 768 reviews (4.7 rating), and Dynamic Lawn & Landscape in Sterling Heights is third with 338 reviews (4.8 rating).
Is the landscaping market competitive in Macomb County?
The market is moderately competitive with 77 companies, but online visibility is surprisingly low across the board. The average company has just 93 reviews — the lowest of any vertical we've analyzed. This means the barrier to standing out online is lower than in healthcare or HVAC, making it an ideal time to invest in local SEO.
How can a landscaping company stand out in this market?
Three things move the needle: (1) consistent review generation to clear the 200+ threshold, (2) service-specific GBP categories that distinguish you from generic "landscaper" listings, and (3) seasonal content published before each demand spike. Our local SEO for landscapers covers all three.
How long does it take to improve local search visibility for a landscaping company?
Most landscaping companies see measurable improvement within 60-90 days from GBP optimization. Because the average review count (93) is low, you can reach competitive review levels faster than in other verticals — often within one full season of systematic review requests.
How is this data collected?
Business data comes from the Google Places API (ratings, reviews, locations). Demographics come from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey. Data was last updated March 2026.