Many homeowners love to work in their gardens and flower beds and find it relaxing. However, for many it often becomes a chore for which they do not have time for or derive any enjoyment from. The same can be said for commercial business owners whose main priority is not lawn or property maintenance, but whose property nonetheless must be neat, clean and inviting. This role is often fulfilled by a Landscape Contractor whose goal is help homeowners bring their ideas to completion or to help the commercial company with their landscape maintenance.
Many landscape companies like Madison Earthcare have on landscape architects or landscape designers on staff or may contract them. Landscape designers are often a blend of garden designer and landscape architects. Landscape designers draft designs by free-hand or through the use of CAD programs, select the best plants, trees and shrubs for the region, provide estimated costs, and act as the foreman during installation.
A Landscape Contractor is capable of designing and installing many types of water features including ponds, waterfalls, and even a meandering stream. They are capable of rectifying drainage problems by designing and installing a culvert or French drain for example. Problems concerning erosion are often solved through the planting of ground cover or grass.
Landscape contractors install hardscape projects such as retaining walls, patios, walkways, terraces and even decks. Hiring a landscaping contractor that can design and build ensures that all of these features blend seamlessly so that they given the sense of always being there and not just dropped from the sky.
A landscaping company or landscape contractor may also provide other services including delivering and spreading of mulch, spring and fall cleanup of landscape beds, gardens, and water features. Pruning, tree trimming, and fertilization programs may also be offered. Beautiful landscaping improves curb appeal and increases property values. Even if the homeowner has no desire to sell, landscaping that reflect’s the homeowners likes and needs, creates a feeling of harmony.
Curb appeal is just as important to commercial businesses as well. Combined with the exterior condition of a commercial building, a businesses landscaping projects an image to potential clients and customers. Beautiful, neat and appealing landscaping will ensure that the image projected is a positive one for both the business, and it’s owners.
