Transforming your landscaping not only beautifies your home, but it may also increase the value of your property. Your landscaping plays a significant role in your overall curb appeal, which is what interested buyers rely on when developing a first impression of your home.
Here are some costs that you should consider as you create your budget:
Hiring a Professional to Create a Site Plan
Unless you have significant experience with landscape design, it's almost always best to rely on a professional to create a plan for you. This may be your first upfront cost, but it's a worthwhile investment to consider. A professional landscape design team will not only create a beautiful plan, but one that will thrive in your local climate.
Purchasing the Plants and Shrubs
You also are going to want to set aside funds for the cost of the actual plants, shrubs or grass that will be included as part of your landscape design. The costs for these plants will vary based on the age of the plant, the type of plant that it is and the number of plants that you are going to incorporate into the design.
Purchasing the Decorative Elements
Your landscaping design plan also may include decorative elements, such as paver stones, rock gardens, a fountain or other items. You should identify which items you will use, and budget so you do not run into unexpected expenses in the final stage of your project.
Hiring Professionals to Complete the Project
Finally, once you have all the materials ready, you can implement your landscaping plan. The final cost you need to consider is labor. The size of the work team and the project will affect how much you will have to pay for this last stage of the project.
The size and scope of your landscaping project will have a significant impact on the total cost of it. It's also important to keep in mind the natural climate of your area and the plants that your lawn can support. It's important to work with professionals who can help guide you as you make selections and bring your landscaping dreams to life.
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Robin Anderson Real Estate
“My Passion is people and relationships and I promise to provide my clients with exceptional service tailored to their individual needs.” -Robin Anderson
Georgia native, Robin Anderson brings her passion for people and her love of homes to work for her clients. She and her husband, Andy, have been married for over 30 years and have two adult children, Ellen and Drew. They currently live in Fulton County, but Robin has lived and invested in properties throughout metro Atlanta as well as helped clients buy and sell. She has been integral to many real estate endeavors including designing and building several custom homes, remodeling homes, subdividing land, managing rental properties, and buying and selling properties. She spent her first 3 years in real estate working with a new home builder, and she has spent the last 6 years working with buyers and sellers in her own community. Robin is highly motivated but sensitive to the fact that buying and selling homes can be an emotional experience, so she makes it a priority to keep clients closely informed throughout the process and strives to produce quick results. She appreciates the opportunity to help her clients navigate the real estate process, and she aspires to deliver quality customer service that is both informative and positive. She is driven to provide outstanding service for her clients and she is focused on building successful and lasting relationships with her clients. This personalized service earns her enthusiastic referrals from clients she is pleased to call friends.Edit
