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Your Trusted Long Island Landscaping Association
The Landscape Contractors Association of Long Island has served as a leading advocate for landscape professionals since its founding. We represent over 1,500 industry experts dedicated to advancing horticultural practices and maintaining high standards in landscape design and maintenance. Our organization provides comprehensive educational resources, distributes critical industry updates, and fosters professional development through specialized training programs. With three active chapters spanning Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Western Nassau/Queens, we facilitate collaboration through volunteer-led governance and specialized committees.Our members benefit from networking opportunities, industry events, and exclusive access to certification programs including state-mandated pesticide applicator training. We maintain strict compliance with New York State licensing requirements and promote ethical business practices across all aspects of landscape contracting.
Services
Pesticide Training
Certification Courses
Industry Networking
Professional Development
Licensing Guidance
Highlights and features
- We provide education and current industry information to our members
- Our organization maintains three regional chapters across Long Island
- We offer state-certified pesticide applicator training programs
- We advocate for ethical business practices in landscape contracting
- Our members receive networking opportunities and industry event access
Services
Pesticide Training
Our 30-hour certified pesticide training program meets New York State requirements for professional applicators. The course covers conventional and organic pest control methods, safety protocols, and environmental considerations. Participants receive comprehensive instruction from qualified instructors to obtain their state certification.
Industry Networking
We facilitate networking through regional chapters, annual events, and member meetings. Our members gain access to collaborative opportunities, business development resources, and peer-to-peer knowledge sharing across Long Island's landscaping industry.
Licensing Guidance
We provide detailed information about New York State licensing requirements for landscape contractors. Our resources cover business registration, pesticide certifications, insurance mandates, and local permit requirements to ensure full compliance with state regulations.
Questions
What benefits does LCALI membership provide?
Members receive educational resources, networking opportunities, certification programs, and advocacy support for landscape professionals across Long Island.
Do you offer pesticide applicator certification?
Yes, we provide New York State-certified pesticide training programs for landscape professionals.
How many regional chapters do you have?
We maintain three active chapters covering Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Western Nassau/Queens.
What services do you provide for homeowners?
We connect homeowners with licensed landscape professionals and provide guidance on proper hiring practices for landscaping services.
Are your members required to follow specific standards?
Yes, we promote ethical business practices and maintain compliance with New York State licensing requirements for all members.
Reviews (2)
Natalie Risner
Dec 26, 2020
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We are so fortunate to have an organization like ECOSLO in our community! From keeping oir community leaders informed to make good environmental decisions to planning creek clean-ups. Through education and advocacy they make our community a better place.
Sean Murphy
May 31, 2017
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ECOSLO has been working to preserve the health and beauty of San Luis Obispo County for nearly 45 years, and are always on top of current issues and causes which need to be addressed. Mary, the Executive Director, is very involved in the community and does frequent speaking engagements, and the Board of Directors is incredibly passionate about keeping SLO County beautiful and healthy!
