PLANNING YOUR LANDSCAPING PROJECT WITHIN A BUDGET

cdavis • September 7, 2017

One of the most common questions we hear from customers is, “How much will it cost?” Unfortunately, the answer is usually, “Well, that depends.” There are so many variables in a landscaping project that can increase or decrease the cost, there is no one-size-fits-all price. Below, we outline some of the items that can drive (or lower) cost to help you work within your budget.

First, have a budget

In order to make sure you get the best value for your dollar, we recommend taking a step back early in the planning process to identify how much you are willing to spend. It doesn’t have to be an exact number, but it should be a range. And keep in mind that any landscaping you do will increase the value of your home. Consider it an investment!

Fireplace or fire pit?

Fire features are a very popular landscaping element nowadays, and for good reason. Fire features are wonderful gathering points for friends and family that can extend your enjoyment of the outdoors into the early winter and the early spring. However, outdoor fireplaces tend to cost more than fire pits. Keep that in mind when you are planning your outdoor living area.

Curves v. straight lines

A curved walkway or patio can be visually appealing, but it can also require more of an investment. If you want to shave some money off your budget, you might want to consider squares and rectangles

Leveling the yard

Many yards have some type of slope, which you will need to address when planning an outdoor space. Leveling a yard can require heavy equipment to move earth, and that can increase your investment. An alternative is to build down into the slope. For example, you can plan steps that lead down to a patio with a fire pit. The steps will save you from having to level the entire yard.

Those are just a small sample of some of the decisions you’ll need to make when planning your landscape within a budget. The professionals at EAQ (formerly E.A. Quinn) Landscape Contracting can take you through the outdoor living planning process to create a design that exceeds your expectations will staying within a budget.Contact us today !

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