11 important questions to ask when you call a landscaper or landscape designer

October 20, 2017

In need of a landscaper or landscape designer but not sure how to find the best one? A great way is to check out the ratings and reviews on YP.ca, but you can also call a few landscapers or landscape designers in your area and compare their answers to these key questions. [Photo credit: iStock.com/brebca]

11 important questions to ask when you call a landscaper or landscape designer

The most important questions to ask when you call a landscaper or landscape designer

  1. How experienced are you and do you have any formal certifications?
  2. Are you bonded and insured?
  3. What services do you offer? Design only? Design and build?
  4. In what cases would you work with other subcontractors and service providers? Do you have a list of who you work with?
  5. Do you offer maintenance services once the project is completed?
  6. Can I see examples of past work and get some customer references?
  7. Have you done my type of project before?
  8. Will you provide drawings of your designs/plans?
  9. What is a realistic cost estimate for my landscaping project?
  10. Do you provide a signed quote or cost estimate?
  11. How long will the project take?
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