![]() So you have been saving pictures you find online or in a catalog for months, or maybe even years, and now you are browsing the internet trying to decide who to hire. How on earth are you supposed to make a decision? You may have talked to several contractors, why was the one contractor's estimate so high priced? And the other is so low you wonder how they could possibly do it for that budget? What about finding a contractor in the middle somewhere? Stick around and read on. We'll offer some pointers on things you can do to double check and make sure you are hiring a respectable trustworthy contractor. Actionable Steps You Should Take With Any Company You Consider Hiring:
The above pointers are our best effort to give you all the things that you should consider in the process of hiring a landscape company. Our goal is to do our best to provide you with the information you need to know and consider, and the possible consequences of those choices, and then stand back and give you the freedom to make your decision. No pressure. So many people find this process overwhelming, others just call their buddy's friend who does landscaping and have them come over and do the project, and still others simply hire the lowest bid. We've run into situations where the homeowner got 3 different bids on a project, one of them being ours. The lowest bid was literally 10 times less than ours. That homeowner later confided in us that as he considered these different bids, he decided there is no way possible that the lowest bid could accomplish his goal. (It would not even have covered 1/4 of the material costs, let alone the labor and equipment costs.) This particular homeowner had had some experience in hiring contractors, he'd done it before, and understood what happens when something is "too good to be true" For instance, just a few blocks away, another homeowner had hired a company to do a large backyard project. That second homeowner spent 6 digits on a large outdoor living space project with this first company. But... 2 years later problems began surfacing. They brought in an expert from the product manufacturer, and discovered the entire project was failing due to improper construction. This homowner ended up spending 3 times what he originally had with the lower priced company to remove all the incorrectly installed product, and re-install his dream outdoor living space. Today, over ten years later, that outdoor living space is still functioning as intended and is more beautiful than ever. I just went off on that storytelling venture, simply to try to offer information and perspective as what can happen in the real world. The information is yours to digest and choose a way forward for your project. We understand, we are not a good fit for every customer, and every project. And that's ok. But regardless, we still want you to succeed with your vision for your backyard, and want to protect all of you from expensive regrets. Good luck with your project, and as always, we are always available to discuss and answer any questions you may have. You can easily message us on our Facebook page as well if you'd rather. Cheers! Weston Zimmerman Weston has been working at Tussey since 2007, starting as a laborer on the crews. Today he works as a foreman on one of the crews during the landscaping season, as well as our marketing director at Tussey. He enjoys building natural water features and filming and producing video content. Check out Tussey's Youtube channel to see some of his work.
31 Comments
7/28/2021 08:14:37 am
I love the idea of seeing a landscaper's past work in person. This would allow me to ask questions to fully understand what I should do in my backyard. There is no way I could design any of the things I have in my head on my own.
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8/17/2021 04:21:59 pm
My parents want to hire landscape services for their property to make it look presentable this fall. I love how you suggest asking potential landscapers for references and asking those contacts about how they liked their services. I will have my mom and dad get references to contact from any potential landscaping services so they can find the perfect one for their home.
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4/21/2022 11:10:23 pm
It was interesting to know that landscaping contractor also offers a warranty on their work. My mother wants to ensure that our landscape is always presentable. I should tell her to hire a landscaping contractor that provides warranty for their work.
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4/27/2022 11:28:02 am
True! Probably do some research and read reviews. Because not all service provider can actually meet your eyes.
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5/27/2022 02:22:54 pm
Thank you for sharing this information.
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7/1/2022 11:34:44 am
You can create the backyard oasis of your dreams, boost curb appeal and improve property value.
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9/2/2022 12:34:13 pm
Thanks so much for the tips to know when hiring a landscaper. My sister wants to put a garden and outdoor lounging space in her backyard and is looking to hire a landscaper to help her build and prepare for it. Knowing the types of warranties and the quality of work they do will be a big factor when choosing a contractor.
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11/1/2022 11:58:58 am
It's helpful to know what we'd do to make sure we're hiring a professional landscaping company. I have an uncle who wants to improve his house's exterior before advertising it next month, so I believe he'll hire a landscaping professional to help with his front and back yards, and your article could help out with the hiring process. Thanks for the insight on reliable landscape contractors and how they should provide a warranty for their job.
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12/12/2022 09:34:11 am
I want to make sure that I get my landscape designed, but I'm not sure how to do that kind of thing. It makes sense that I would want to get a landscaping specialist to help me out with this kind of thing! I'll be sure to find one that has good reviews so that I can rely on them.
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12/18/2022 04:37:15 am
I suggest looking at the top listings on Google Maps since those were the trusted ones. You can call for an appointment and even get a free quote.
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2/4/2023 11:49:15 pm
Thank you for your helpful recommendations and tips in choosing the right landscape contractor. I hope my future landscaping project would be a success.
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2/8/2023 03:48:14 am
Seeing the previous work of a contractor is indeed important to determine the quality of their service. Make sure to be careful always in choosing.
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3/17/2023 12:37:21 pm
I agree with this. It's really important to do your research first before hiring a landscaping contractor.
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3/20/2023 12:20:18 pm
Thanks so much for talking about the importance of talking to past clients of a contractor so you can gauge how they work and what their projects look like after they're done. My sister wants to create a more garden feel in her backyard and she's been thinking about adding more plants and pathways around the place. We'll have to look into finding a landscaper with experience who can help her decide how best to lay things out.
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3/20/2023 02:15:08 pm
It was helpful when you said to look at their past work. My husband was talking about how he wants to hire a landscaper for his office building within the next couple of months so that his office building can look nicer to his clients. I'll pass this information along to him so he can know how to find a good landscape contractor for his business.
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3/22/2023 08:12:07 am
If you need the services of a landscaper or landscape artist, you can find some excellent options in the linked directory. The need for careful investigation and screening of prospective vendors is emphasized. The article offers a checklist of important considerations, such as a contractor's track record, reputation, and testimonials from previous clients.
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5/12/2023 01:14:44 am
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6/6/2023 04:38:09 am
Honest contractors will give reasonable quotations. Before hiring one, use your referrals and research to get a good idea of their usual rates.
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6/21/2023 11:24:32 pm
Thanks for the post and great tips: even I also think that hard work is the most important aspect of getting success.
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