We want to give a quick thumbs up for all the landscape contractors out there who work hard to provide free estimates to Calgary homeowners. Chinook Landscaping and design has provided free landscaping estimates to our Calgary customers for over twenty years. Landscaping estimates should be something that is provided at no cost regardless of what your project is. There are some companies that will ask you for a fee in order to provide you with a landscaping estimate. It is understandable to charge for a landscape design but a landscaping estimate should always be free, Your landscaping estimate should include the following important details.
Itemized list of landscaping components
It is important to have a detailed itemized list of your landscaping components included in your estimate. Some estimates just list a grand total for all the work you have requested. We find our customers really like the detailed list of components. This way you can pick and choose the landscaping components you want. The separate costs for each landscaping component will help you decide whether the amounts fall in line with your budget.
Dimensions of hardscape components
Your estimate should include the dimensions of hardscape components like patios, walkways and retaining walls. Knowing the dimensions will help you compare prices with other estimates you have received. The dimensions will also allow you to double check the hardscape areas to make sure the measurements are correct. There will always be some differences once your landscaping components are installed but the initial estimate should give you a very good idea of the dimensions of hardscape components.
Varieties of trees and shrubs
Knowing the varieties of trees and shrubs is very helpful. This is an important part of all the free landscaping estimates we provide. There are many trees and shrubs that grow well in Calgary but not all of them grow well under varying conditions. Varying conditions include sun exposure, water availability, soil conditions and drainage. We provide shrub and/or tree recommendations based on these variables. It is very important that the appropriate shrubs and trees are placed in areas where they will flourish otherwise your plant investment will be wasted.
Landscaping options
We always like to included landscaping options in our estimates. These landscaping options are important and give homeowners some choice when it comes to different landscaping items. Common landscaping options include hardscaping such as patios and walkways. We like to list material options for patios and walkway such as paving stones, exposed aggregate, stamped or broom finished concrete. The prices of these different materials can very greatly so having options is very important. Tree, shrubs and perennial options are also valuable and should be included in your landscaping estimate. Many tree and shrub varieties will grow well in similar conditions so its good to know what your options are.
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