Q: What should I look for when hiring a landscape contractor?

The best contractor for the job should have experience with the landscape project that you need done and a long list of satisfied customers . To narrow down the list, the landscape contractor should have, at a minimum, a license and current insurance coverage.

Question 1

Do landscape architects know about plants?

Accepted Answer

Usually, people think of landscape architects as either gardeners, landscapers, arborists, or florists. The truth is that we do have knowledge of a wide variety of plants, but knowing about plants and trees is only a small part of what a landscape architect actually does daily.

Question 2

What should you expect from a landscape designer?

Accepted Answer

Your landscape design may take a few weeks to complete. It will be a scaled drawing from the top down perspective that is rendered in color. It will detail the location of patios, walkways, pergolas, walls, trees, shrubs, and perennials.

Question 3

What a landscape designer should know?

Accepted Answer

Tell the designer about the space's use so they can better meet your needs. Also knowing how many people you may want to have over or entertain will help your designer scale the project. Things You Don't Want: If there are materials, plants or even design concepts you don't like, list those out.

Question 4

Is becoming a landscape architect worth it?

Accepted Answer

Yes! And this is why it will pay off! As we move into a future of sustainability and the need for energy-efficient resources, landscape architecture has become a key to the future of design. Trained with a wide range of skills that combine art and science, the opportunities are endless for landscape architects.

Question 5

What should I look for when hiring a landscape contractor?

Accepted Answer

The best contractor for the job should have experience with the landscape project that you need done and a long list of satisfied customers. To narrow down the list, the landscape contractor should have, at a minimum, a license and current insurance coverage.

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