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“How to Find the Right Landscape Architect for YOU…”
*Face it, why take a chance on a landscape architect who isn’t from your area? Small changes in weather patterns may not seem significant, but your plantings surely notice everything, as they are constantly exposed to the outdoor elements.
Experience should also be an enormous factor when choosing these professionals for the many reasons listed below.
Whether you are a homeowner interested in improving curb appeal or a business owner who wants to make a good first impression with customers, choosing the right landscape architect for your needs is important. The National Association of Landscape Professionals estimates that there are over 450, 000 landscaping services companies in the United States-with so many to choose from, here are some helpful questions to consider as you search for a landscape company.
Commercial or Residential Experience (or both)?
It helps to know what kind of customer you are and what type of experience you are looking for in your landscape architect. You can get the best of both worlds by finding a landscaping company that has experience in both commercial and residential projects. A well-rounded portfolio of projects is a good indication of quality, professionalism, and high service-level standards.
Help with Back-End Services Available?
Wouldn’t it be nice to work with a landscape architect who can help see your project through from initial design to final implementation? Not all landscaping services companies have the bandwidth to help clients with the contracting process, project management, and property maintenance after design is complete. However, it is a nice a benefit and may save you a lot of headaches to work with a company that can help with these services.
Regional Expertise?
Look for landscaping companies that have a history of working in your region. This helps not only with selecting the right plants and materials for your climate, but also means that the company will be readily available to help answer any questions you may have in the future about your new landscape.
Picking the right landscape architect does not have to be a daunting task. Thinking about your needs and asking the right questions will help you identify a vendor who exceeds your expectations.
Chapel Valley Landscape Company has a long history of creating award-winning landscapes in the Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC region-contact us today to learn more about how we can meet your needs on your next landscaping project.
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“Three Reasons You May Need a Landscape Architect”
*This February article by the Chapel Valley team of landscaping professionals goes into detail as to why utilizing a landscape architect is always a positive solution for an outdoor project.
It even explains the most suitable plantings, which will thrive in our area. The article even gets detailed as to why a property could use specific plantings for reasons such as shade or wind protection as well.
Chapel Valley enjoys informing business and homeowners about the awe-inspiring transformations that can be accomplished on virtually any property. Their passion is unlimited; their work is unimaginable.
Whether you just moved into a new home or you have lived in the same house for years, if you are considering changing your outdoor space, you might be wondering if you will need the assistance of a professional. While you may be able to make small changes to your outdoor space, if you are considering any larger changes, you will likely want the assistance of a landscape architect. If you are still unsure if you need the help of a landscape architect, consider if you fall into any of these three situations.
There’s Too Much
It is nice to have a beautiful yard full of trees, flowers, bushes, and other plants, but there is such a thing as too much. Maybe you have overgrown bushes in front of your windows, or you have trees in your front yard that seem to have taken over the whole yard. Maybe you are even concerned that the trees’ roots will soon cause foundation issues. Perhaps there just seem to be flowers and plants growing all over your yard with no real pattern or design behind them. You may even have a certain plant or flower that seems to be taking over your yard, killing off everything else. A landscape architect can help with many of these issues by designing a beautiful outdoor space for you, an area that will be aesthetically pleasing rather than feeling like it was just thrown together.
