No one likes to hear that they have to wait to see their backyard transformed into the outdoor living space of their dreams. However, there are many reasons why it can take up to 4-6 months of lead-time to complete a project. The goal is to set aside enough time to work through the design process to ensure you end up with exactly what you want. Below are four ideas to consider when you are looking to take on a large landscaping project:
The Early Bird Gets the Worm
If you have been calling landscaping companies, you know we are all fortunate to be busy. Reaching out many months before you want your project completed helps ensure we can get it done. For example, a client called us last fall to have her backyard renovated, and we were not able to fit her in. Since she really wants us to do the work, she called us a week ago to get on our early summer schedule. Now we have plenty of time to take her through the design process, and can set aside time to complete the work. Its simple: the earlier you call us the earlier we can get to you.
No Need for All That Stress
Landscape design is not an easy process. There are a lot of options to weigh and decisions to be made that you will not want to rush. The more time you have to think through each step, the less stress you will feel. Allowing yourself the time to consider all the options makes it more likely you will get exactly what you want, rather than what was convenient or what you knew about at the time. You are investing a lot of resources into the outdoor space of your home, so it makes sense to make thoughtful decisions rather than rushing.
Lead Times for Products
Items like specialty plants and hardscape materials can have lead times for manufacturing and shipping. Many times we can get standard designs and species quickly. But if you have your heart set on a particular element, it may take special ordering to get it. Many of our clients hire us because of our unique landscapes. That custom look can sometimes mean more lead time is necessary.
Landscaping is Seasonal
Since we do not live in a temperate area, there are only so many months of the year that we can work. Rain can also get in the way of progress – if your landscape is too wet, we can end up damaging it if we work on it, so precipitation delays are standard here in Indiana. Also, we serve our clients by offering spring and fall landscape maintenance, which has a specific timeline for completion. All of these factors point to the importance of calling early to ensure there is time to complete your project.
Like any large home project, leaving enough time to plan, consider all of your options, and work smartly thought the design and implementation process helps ensure you get the outdoor space you envision. If you are looking to have a large landscaping project completed this year, call us now –especially before it warms up and everyone else starts calling too! Send us an email or give us a call at (317) 997-4803.
