Choosing a landscape supplier
Deciding to landscape your garden is an exciting project. However when it comes to choosing a landscape supplier you want to make sure that you are picking the right one for you. There are many fantastic landscape suppliers out there who offer a great service and plenty of advice on how to get the most out of your landscaped garden. The best Landscape supply companies will make sure that they have friendly, knowledgeable staff on hand to give you the best advice on your landscape design, and will work with you to create a perfectly designed garden that meets all your needs. Shop around and come prepared with questions to make sure you have the right knowledge to make an informed decision when it comes to choosing your landscape supplier.
1. Ask them for examples of previous projects
Any reputable landscape supply company should have a great portfolio of previous projects that they should be more than happy to show you. Not only will this help you get ideas for your own garden, but it also shows that the company has the right experience, and is versatile in understanding how to provide the right materials for different gardens depending on the needs of the client and the design.
2. Do they have suitable insurance cover?
This is a practical question, but a truly necessary one. Knowing that your landscape supplier has the correct insurance in place, and is fully covered for mistakes and damages means you can have complete peace of mind if you choose to go with them.
3. Landscape Supplier Testimonials
Can they share testimonials from previous clients? The best and most experienced landscape suppliers will have a wealth of testimonials from happy and satisfied customers they have worked on projects with before. Usually these will be displayed on the companies website. However if you can’t find any testimonials there, don’t hesitate to ask companies to provide you with these, if they can’t -warning bells should start to ring.
At Bury Hill we have our testimonials from our customers readily available:
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4. Ask them about any hidden VAT or delivery charges
This is something to be aware of when it comes to almost all purchases, and it is important for companies to be clear and transparent about the total cost of their services before you agree to buy from them. The last thing you want is to have carefully budgeted for your garden and then be lumped with a huge bill you weren’t expecting because VAT and delivery charges have been added on. It is important to know exactly what the costs are before you start work so you know that you can keep within your budget.
5. Is there a guarantee?
Most reputable landscape supply companies are confident in their materials and what they offer, so are very happy to provide a guarantee and have clear guidance about what to do if you are not satisfied. If the company is not willing to offer a guarantee as them why. It is unlikely they will be able to give a satisfactory explanation.
6. Where are the materials sourced from?
Finding out where the materials you plan to use in your garden are sourced from is an excellent idea. If you are environmentally conscious this is a particularly important question, it also gives you peace of mind that the materials you are using are good quality and long lasting.
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Spending a little time finding out about what your landscape suppliers can offer, and making sure they are a reputable and quality company is so important. By asking the questions above you are able to make an informed choice, and feel satisfied that your landscape supplier will be easy to work with and provide the best customer service and quality around.
Bury Hill provides Landscape supplies for the whole of the UK including London and Surrey. Contact Bury Hill for more advice on products or for a free quote.