Do you need a landscaping crew to oversee the installation and maintenance of your hardscape and outdoor plants?
Hiring a landscape installation crew can be tricky- you want to make sure you find the right people for the job; else you could be left with a mess on your hands.
Here we’ll discuss the important steps to follow before hire and ways to get the right landscaping crew.
The more precise you are concerning what you want to achieve with your landscape, the higher your chances of getting a qualified landscape installation crew for the job.
For instance, if you need landscape design, maintenance and installation, opting for a full-service landscape crew is the right thing to do. That way, you can have a single company managing your landscape. And you wouldn’t need to spend more time interviewing landscape designers, installers, and maintenance companies separately.
Conversely, if you only need lawn maintenance, you can easily lookout for a maintenance landscape crew.
In all, identifying your needs before hiring anyone will always save time and resources and prevent headaches for everyone involved.
No doubt, this is one of the most crucial steps in finding the right landscape installation crew.
To do this:
Before hire, keep in mind that a professional landscaping company should be licensed, bonded, and have insurance coverage at the barest minimum. This step is essential because it’ll prevent delays and aborted projects in the event of any accidents on the job site.
Once you’ve narrowed down your options, it’s time to start interviewing candidates. Ask them about their level of experience and what they can offer the project.
Before hire, you can take it steps further with questions like- Do they provide a drawing of their plans, do they onboard subcontractors, are there photo samples of finished projects that you can look through, can you see their license number and certificate of insurance?
Also, don’t fail to ask what they think might be a challenge in executing your project.
Once you’ve found a crew you’re interested in, ask for references from past clients.
You can begin by finding out if the landscape installation crew did a satisfactory job. Ask references if the crew was professional and finished the job on time. Find out if they’ll want to work with the crew again based on the job quality they received.
Questions like this will give you a better idea of how the crew works and if they’re a good fit for your project.
After deciding on a qualified landscape installation crew, before hire, make sure that both you and the landscaping crew are clear on what is expected of them. This will help avoid any misunderstandings down the road.
Get a contract.
Now that you’ve decided on a crew, get a contract in place that outlines the scope of the project, warranty, the payment schedule, contact details, T&C, and any other important information.
Finally, ask the landscaping company to send you the overall estimate in writing. Only then should you proceed to sign on the dotted line.
Hiring a landscape installation crew can be a daunting task, but following these tips before hire will always help you find the right fit.
By doing your research and interviewing candidates, you can find a company that best suits your needs and is willing to work with you every step of the way.
Remember to get a contract in place to protect you and the crew.
Happy landscaping!
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