Perfecting your lawn and landscaping is one of the best ways to add value to your home and your quality of life. Most people don’t spend enough time outside. We spend all of our time inside working, watching TV, sleeping, or relaxing on the couch.
You’ll be more inclined to go outside if your yard is clean, inviting, and designed for entertaining. If you don’t have the time, tools, or skills to do it yourself, we recommend hiring a professional landscaping company.
The only question is, how do you choose the best one in your hometown?
We can help you answer this question. Keep reading for a quick guide on how to find a residential landscaping company for your needs.
Ask About Licensing and Insurance
First and foremost, you should only work with a legitimate landscaping company that’s licensed and insured. Make sure they’re certified contractors with an up-to-date business license.
They should also carry professional liability insurance. These types of policies provide coverage to protect customers from accidental damages done to their property. If the landscaper makes a mistake or damages your property, their insurance coverage should provide compensation.
Find Out What Type of Lawn Care and Landscaping Services They Provide
Determine what type of landscaping and lawn care services you need before shopping around for a landscaping company. For example, if you’re renovating your entire backyard, you might be looking for hardscaping services (brick and stone), sod, trees, bushes, and more. Make sure they can accommodate all of your needs.
Alternatively, you might be looking for a recurring lawn service. This includes things like lawn mowing, weed pulling, fertilizing, weed and pest spraying, and more.
Look for Online Reviews
In the landscaping industry, reputation is important. Before hiring a landscaping company, visit their website to find client reviews and testimonials. If you can’t find them on their website, search for reviews on Google using the company’s name.
Find out what other homeowners have to say about the landscapers. Are most of their clients happy with their work? Do you see very many negative reviews or complaints about the landscapers?
Learning More About Their Pricing and Guarantees
Finally, smart homeowners know the importance of shopping for value. Talk to each landscaping company on your list to get a free quote for the services you need. Then, compare and contrast prices to identify the most affordable company.
However, remember to keep the other items in this article in mind. Don’t hire a cheap landscaping company if it means sacrificing quality, or experience. And, of course, never hire an unlicensed or uninsured contractor.
Are You Looking for a Landscaping Company?
Do you have big plans for your yard? Whether you’re looking to add value to your home or improve your life, we think it’s a good idea. Follow the tips listed above to find the best landscaping company for your needs.
And if you’re looking for more homeownership guides or consumer tips, look no further. Browse through the rest of our blog to find everything you need to make your life better.
