Key Budgeting Tips
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Determine Your Budget Percentage: The American Society of Landscape Architects recommends allocating 5% to 10% of your home’s value for landscaping.
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Prioritize Your Needs: Identify essential features like irrigation systems, lighting, or privacy screens. Consider implementing your plan in phases to spread out costs.
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DIY vs. Professional Help: Decide which tasks you can handle yourself and which require professional assistance. For instance, planting shrubs might be manageable for you, while installing a patio could be better left to experts.
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Start with the Basics: Focus on foundational elements such as soil preparation, grading, and planting. These are essential for a healthy landscape and can be done before adding decorative features.
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Allocate Funds Wisely: Invest in durable materials and plants that suit your climate and soil. This ensures longevity and reduces future maintenance costs.
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Plan for Maintenance: Include costs for ongoing upkeep like watering, pruning, and fertilizing in your budget.
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Get Multiple Quotes: Obtain estimates from different contractors to ensure competitive pricing and quality work.
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Be Flexible: Allow room in your budget for unexpected expenses or opportunities that may arise during the project.
