Recommendations for landscaping companies
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Was there ever any doubt? I put my official seal of approval on this comment. ;D
Also I just learned a bit more about pavers. The thickness of the pavers determines durability and quality. Thin pavers are cheap and will crack easily. If someone is quoting you a price on pavers make sure to ask if it's going to be low, medium, or high end pavers you are paying for.
Also installation is a huge variance. I watched KS Landscaping install pavers and my goodness that guy was METICULOUS! Sand, hammer, level, sand, hammer, level, sand, hammer, re-sand, measure with pink line again, sand, hammer, level, etc. No paver was left unmeasured with that massive level. I have about 800+ pieces of pavers in my backyard due to it's 5 different sizes. Even the cute 6"x6" paver got it's own level measurement.
Meanwhile I've seen other installers in other backyard projects just sand and hammer and hope for the best it's even. So when shopping for a paving project make sure you get a quality installer with quality pavers. It'll save you headache down the road when it rains.
LOL... Same thing here .. They did the measurement last week of May .. I follow up every week or so, said they will send out the quote in the next few days .. nothing .. I'm not really in a hurry to finish the backyard so I can wait .. but I'm just thinking if it takes them that long to do a bid, how long would it take them to actually build that thing
Went to the nursery with uncle Jo yesterday. Going to travertine yard tomorrow then we can finalize a price. He's been good thus far.
I have to note that he knows his plants and trees. I think he told me he studied it. That can be very helpful.
ZeroLot
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irvinehomeowner said:
Was there ever any doubt? I put my official seal of approval on this comment. ;D
Also I just learned a bit more about pavers. The thickness of the pavers determines durability and quality. Thin pavers are cheap and will crack easily. If someone is quoting you a price on pavers make sure to ask if it's going to be low, medium, or high end pavers you are paying for.
Also installation is a huge variance. I watched KS Landscaping install pavers and my goodness that guy was METICULOUS! Sand, hammer, level, sand, hammer, level, sand, hammer, re-sand, measure with pink line again, sand, hammer, level, etc. No paver was left unmeasured with that massive level. I have about 800+ pieces of pavers in my backyard due to it's 5 different sizes. Even the cute 6"x6" paver got it's own level measurement.
Meanwhile I've seen other installers in other backyard projects just sand and hammer and hope for the best it's even. So when shopping for a paving project make sure you get a quality installer with quality pavers. It'll save you headache down the road when it rains.
Got another quote today
| Item | Qty | Unit | Unit Price | Total |
| Front of House | ||||
| Grass areas | 275 | SF | 3 | 894 |
| Concrete utility path to side yard gate | 75 | SF | 8 | 600 |
| Tile over exiting concrete | 85 | SF | 12 | 1020 |
| Driveway widening | 72 | SF | 8 | 576 |
| Two 15-gallon trees | 2 | EA | 150 | 300 |
| Rear of House | ||||
| Concrete in side yard | 125 | SF | 8 | 1000 |
| Small grass area | 70 | SF | 3 | 210 |
| Stone flatwork in rear yard | 456 | SF | 16 | 7296 |
| Veggie garden soil prep | 1350 | SF | 2 | 2700 |
| 2' planter - bender board and soil prep | 114 | SF | 2.25 | 257 |
| Raised planter along brick wall | 40 | LF | 45 | 1800 |
| Gneral construction | ||||
| Demo/trench/grade | 2078 | SF | 1 | 2078 |
| Plant/Irrigation Install | 1 | EA | 2750 | 2750 |
| Plant costs | 1 | EA | 1200 | 1200 |
| Grant total | 22680 |
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jmoney74
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can you publish their contact info?
Can someone recommend a landscaper / masonry / concrete company that can build a 6 ft high retaining wall (65 ft long) that will be holding back 6 ft of soil? Will need company to draw up plans, pull permits, etc. I'm having a hard time finding a local company willing to do that kind of work.
Thanks!
Thanks!
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jmoney74
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So funny thing.. got a hold of Resort Style backyards.. had their contractor come out to do measurements. Just had basic ideas laid out. Never heard from them again. LOL
irvinehomeowner
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Too busy starting new threads.jmoney74 said:
jmoney74 said:
LOL... Same thing here .. They did the measurement last week of May .. I follow up every week or so, said they will send out the quote in the next few days .. nothing .. I'm not really in a hurry to finish the backyard so I can wait .. but I'm just thinking if it takes them that long to do a bid, how long would it take them to actually build that thing
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jmoney74
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eyephone said:
Went to the nursery with uncle Jo yesterday. Going to travertine yard tomorrow then we can finalize a price. He's been good thus far.
I have to note that he knows his plants and trees. I think he told me he studied it. That can be very helpful.
aquabliss
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If the travertine yard breaks the bank for you, you might want to consider this:http://www.builddirect.com/Traverti...Standard/ProductDisplay_7246_p1_10071438.aspx
I'm thinking of using it, very good price point and good reviews. I ordered some samples of it last week, should be getting them in a few days.
I'm thinking of using it, very good price point and good reviews. I ordered some samples of it last week, should be getting them in a few days.
Got alot of quotes. This one seems to be interesting
1. Demo existing concrete $260
2. Framing/grading $600
3. Installation of three steps at front entrance $1800
4. 6-Sprinklers with 4 valves and schedule 40 3/4 inch pipes and rain bird heads and controller $1600
5. Installation of 4 inch ABS draininage according to plan design $1600
6. Insallation of 802 sqft new color Concrete floor with 3 inch diamond cut to be smooth finish Santiago buff color $6416
7. Installation of 110 sqft of Travertine stone at front entrance $1430
8. Installation of travertine at patio area 230 sqft $1850
9. Two 24 inch box tree $300
10. 100 sqft grass $300
11 20 one gallon shrubs or flowers $100
12 HOA city plan Drawing $400
13 Top soil $500 (optional)
14 Wood chip dark brown $500 (optional)
Total: $16656
Total with optional: $17656
1. Demo existing concrete $260
2. Framing/grading $600
3. Installation of three steps at front entrance $1800
4. 6-Sprinklers with 4 valves and schedule 40 3/4 inch pipes and rain bird heads and controller $1600
5. Installation of 4 inch ABS draininage according to plan design $1600
6. Insallation of 802 sqft new color Concrete floor with 3 inch diamond cut to be smooth finish Santiago buff color $6416
7. Installation of 110 sqft of Travertine stone at front entrance $1430
8. Installation of travertine at patio area 230 sqft $1850
9. Two 24 inch box tree $300
10. 100 sqft grass $300
11 20 one gallon shrubs or flowers $100
12 HOA city plan Drawing $400
13 Top soil $500 (optional)
14 Wood chip dark brown $500 (optional)
Total: $16656
Total with optional: $17656