How to get a Landscaping license in Pennsylvania

The full Pennsylvania landscaping licensing path — experience hours, required exam, fees, and where to apply. Verified 5/26/2026.

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License details

Home Improvement Contractor (registration)

Verified 5/26/2026
Experience required
None
Required exam
None statewide
Notes & fees
Residential landscapers register as HIC. Pesticide application requires PDA Commercial Applicator (Category 6/7).

Frequently asked questions

How do I get a landscaping license in Pennsylvania?

You need none. Then pass the None statewide. Applications go through the PA Office of Attorney General.

What exam do I need to pass?

None statewide.

How much experience do I need?

None

What about fees, insurance, and continuing education?

Residential landscapers register as HIC. Pesticide application requires PDA Commercial Applicator (Category 6/7).

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