How do I find a good landscaper?

How do I find a good landscaper?

When talking to landscapers make sure you ask about the scope of their abilities before signing a contract….Know what you want

1. Size of the space.
2. Purpose – what will the area be used for.
3. Style – find examples of what you like to show them.
4. New design or refresh an existing design.
5. Budget.
6. Timeframe.

Is a landscaper worth it?

A landscaper is worth it if you don’t want to invest a significant amount of time and effort into planting, trimming, raking, weeding and performing other operations on your garden or yard.

What is the biggest landscaping company?

BrightView

What should I ask a landscaper?

10 Important Questions to Ask a Landscape Contractor

• Where do you source your plants, shrubs, and trees?
• Will you handle all maintenance?
• Do you understand my vision?
• How long do you estimate the whole project will take?
• When will all the plantings reach maturity?
• Who should I contact if I notice a problem?

Do you pay a landscaper before or after?

Labor and installation are paid after being done. Although 50% is somewhat a strong request. It depends on where you live; can require one-third to one-half the quote and make sure you sign a contract that includes a start and COMPLETION date.

How much should I budget for landscaping?

A general rule of thumb is to spend 10% of your home’s value on landscaping. So, if you have a $400,000 house then a landscaping budget of $40,000 is appropriate.

Do you negotiate with contractors?

A: Yes, you can negotiate with a contractor; the trick is doing it without making it feel like a negotiation. Anytime you’re haggling over someone’s work (versus a mass-produced product like a car or flat-screen television), look for a way to ask for a lower price without any suggestion of insult.

How do you tell if a contractor is ripping you off?

Here are the 20 signs of a bad contractor, according to the pros:

1. They Don’t Have Good Reviews.
2. They Overcommit to Work.
3. They Lack the Necessary Experience.
4. They Start Work, Disappear, Then Start Again.
5. Their Rates Are Significantly Lower Than Others.
6. They Don’t Get the Right Permits.
7. They Don’t Like Written Agreements.

Why are contractors unreliable?

Buyers usually do not have the skills or equipment to do everything themselves, and for many trades there are rules about the work must be done by licensed tradespeople. Buyers typically are not well educated about contractor services and prices. Buyers are price-sensitive but they are also time-sensitive.

What can I do if my contractor is taking too long?

If your contractor is dragging his feet, follow these tips:

1. Document Communications. It’s best for homeowners to communicate with contractors in writing so there is a record of the conversation.
2. Keep A Record of the Timeline.
3. Do Not Make Remaining Payments.
4. Hire A New Contractor.
5. Take Legal Action.

What makes a bad contractor?

These contractors have licences, insurance, skill, experience and integrity and will make it right. Bad contractors don’t know any better, and they don’t care to learn how to do better. These are the contractors telling you that you don’t need permits or use your laundry basket as a garbage can.

What happens if a contractor goes bust?

Most contracts will allow employers to terminate the employment of the contractor in the event of contractor insolvency and to cease payment. Typically, the contract will also allow them to employ others to complete the works and to use plant, tools, equipment, materials, temporary buildings and so on to do so.

How long should you wait for a contractor to get back to you?

So you should normally expect some kind of response within a week of sending in your application. If you have heard nothing by the end of two weeks, you can assume the your application was dead on arrival. It makes no sense at all to call the company, to “check on the status” of your application.

How long should you wait for an estimate?

Creating an estimate should take about an hour for a contractor to sit down and crunch the numbers. If they haven’t set aside that amount of time, it’s because it’s not a priority to them. Probably because they are working on larger projects or bidding on more profitable projects.