There are many landscaping companies out there, but not all landscapers are the same. The landscaping company you go with will have an impact on what your yard looks like, so it’s important that you know what to look for in a landscaper. You want someone who is professional, timely, and knowledgeable about the plants and landscaping needs of the area where you live. Here are five things to know before hiring a landscaper:
1. Check References
Ask to speak with previous clients of the landscaper who did similar landscaping projects to what you want to do. Ask them how long ago the landscaping work was done, how much the landscaper charged if they found their landscapers to be dependable and did they do a good job, etc.
2. Ask Questions
Don’t be afraid to ask questions about what you want for your landscaping project. A good landscaper will be open about discussing choices, costs, and design ideas for landscaping projects. Also, don’t settle on price alone when comparing landscapers; make sure you look at the whole picture of the landscaping company’s experience, references, and services offered in addition to the cost.
3. Are They Certified?
It’s important to hire landscapers who are certified because others only claim to be good landscapers but don’t have any proof of their certification or education in landscape architecture.
4. How Long Will It Take To Complete The Project?
You want a landscaper who has plenty of experience on your type of landscaping project and understands how it needs to be done. If you need the landscaping completed quickly then make sure they use crews that stay on task and get the job done in an efficient and timely manner.
5. Get A Bid From More Than One Company Before Choosing The Right One For You
Getting multiple bids is always a good idea before choosing someone to work on your landscaping project because it will give you an opportunity to compare prices and service offerings. A landscaper should offer suggestions during your visit that fit into both your budget and vision for what you want your landscaping to look like.
