Unilock Authorized Contractor | Poughkeepsie, NY

So you’ve decided it’s finally time to extend your home’s livable space into the backyard by installing a new patio and landscaping.  You’ve visited some websites of local landscaping companies, been to the local garden center to look at the concrete pavers and natural stone that’s available, and saw lots of images and ideas that you like on sites like Houzz.com. You may even have a list of some plants that you like and a few features you want to include like an outdoor fireplace or an outdoor kitchen—but how do you start to put it all together?

When installing a new landscaping project or renovating an existing one, hiring a landscape design and build contractor is the next step to getting everything you want completed. Working with a certified professional from the beginning will ensure that you get the proper advice on planning requirements, incorporate your ideas and requirements into a finished style you will like, and have one company handle both the design phase and the installation phase of your new outdoor living space. Basically, they put everything together from the ground up according to your requirements and their expertise and experience. When making a major investment in your home, working with a reputable contractor that specializes in your type of project is key to the project’s success. Here, we look at 5 important questions that you should ask your Poughkeepsie, NY landscaper when deciding who to hire.

1. What portion of your business is focused on designing and installing patios and complete outdoor living projects?

You want to hire a landscaping company that takes paver patios, hardscaping, and landscape construction serious. Ensuring that a company specializes in just such outdoor living projects is essential to the success of your project. The experience that comes from designing and installation patios and decks, outdoor kitchens, etc day in and day out is priceless. You don’t want to trust your elaborate patio project to a company who only does that type of work a few times a year.

2. What guarantee do you offer on your new paver patio installations? 

Just like with any other major purchase you make such as a car, you want to make sure the end product that you receive will stand the test of time. The proper installation of paver patio, walkway, and special features like outdoor fire pits is a very involved process in which many things can go wrong if not done correctly. Be sure to select a landscaping company that stands behind their workmanship and guarantees their work. At Harmony Hill Landscaping located in Fishkill, NY we guarantee our hardscape installations for 5 years. Studies show that if a landscape installation is going to fail, it will do so in the first 2 years, so rest assured with our guarantee.

3. Will you handle the preparation of the landscape construction plans and submit them to the town if necessary?

Some townships in the Hudson Valley  require plans to be submitted for any exterior structures or other permanent installations that get built. For Poughkeepsie, NY homeowners, this can include pools, sheds, retaining walls, decks, etc. Be sure that the Poughkeepsie, NY landscaper you choose will be handling this process for you.  

4. What are your certifications and qualifications for installing landscape construction projects?

There are a few institutions that provide training and certifications for Poughkeepsie, NY landscape construction companies. If your landscaping project involves the construction of hardscape elements such as paver patios, walkways, outdoor kitchens, raised patios, and retaining walls, be sure the company you select is ICPI certified and NCMA certified. Additionally, premiere paver manufacturers such as Unilock located in Brewster, NY, certify the very best installers of their products to provide homeowners more piece of mind. Selecting a Unilock Authorized Contractor in the Poughkeepsie, NY area is a great way to get the backing of a very large brand such as Unilock. Harmony Hill Landscaping is ICPI and NCMA certified, as well as a premier Unilock Authorized Contractor serving the Dutchess County, NY.

It is also a great idea to select a landscaping company that has been in business for 5 or more years and that has a reputable list of suppliers and references. They should also have built up a proven track record of completed projects ensuring you of previous clients that can be contacted for references and quality of workmanship.

5. Do you support local product manufacturers and landscape suppliers?

Buying and sourcing materials and supplies locally does not only support those around you, but it also puts your money back into the Hudson Valley, NY community. At Harmony Hill Landscaping, we install Unilock pavers and retaining wall stones that are manufactured right here in Brewster, NY. We source all of our plant material from local suppliers, as well as other materials we use for our projects like gravel, soils, wood, and outdoor lighting. We believe in building strong partnerships in the community and have been serving Poughkeepsie, NY and the surrounding Dutchess County neighborhoods of Fishkill, Lagrangeville, Pleasant Valley, East Fishkill, Hopewell Junction, Beacon, Millbrook, Poughquag, and Hyde Park.

Choosing the right landscaping company for your Poughkeepsie, NY outdoor living and patio project is just as important as choosing the right architect for your home. Today more than ever, there are many landscaping companies popping up that do not specialize in actual landscape construction, but rather provide grass-mowing services. There is a major difference in the required skill-set for designing and installing patios, decks, outdoor kitchens, pergolas, etc than that required for landscape maintenance like hedge trimming and grass mowing. Be sure to ask for references and check out the prior work portfolios of landscaping companies you’re thinking of hiring.  

 

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AuthorHalstead Media Group