August 10, 2023

Written By: Ricci's Landscape Management

How to Find and Hire the Right Landscaper

When creating a beautiful outdoor space you’ll love spending time in, knowing how to hire a skilled and reputable landscaper makes all the difference.

Aerial view of a landscaped backyard by Merrillville landscape designers, featuring a pond, patio seating areas, fire pit, garden beds, and green lawn adjacent to a house.

Concrete steps with garden lights lead past flowering shrubs and stone retaining walls in a landscaped yard, expertly designed by Crown Point landscaping, with a brick patio and outdoor seating.

Lawn with wavy mow lines in front of a landscaped garden featuring shrubs, flowers, stone edging, and trees—expertly crafted by Merrillville landscape designers.

Stone steps with a black metal railing lead up through landscaped gardens, crafted by Crown Point landscaping experts, featuring green shrubs, flowering plants, and a backdrop of trees.

A landscaped garden with stone paths, a small pond, lush greenery, flowering plants, bird feeders, and a brick house in the background—expertly crafted by Schererville landscape design services.

A landscaped garden with a curved lawn, surrounded by mulch beds, shrubs, flowers, and tall evergreen trees under a clear blue sky—expertly crafted by Crown Point landscaping professionals.

A landscaped garden with stone steps, green shrubs, and blooming hydrangeas showcases the artistry of Crown Point landscaping, set against a backdrop of trees under a clear sky.

Aerial view of a landscaped backyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a putting green, reflecting the quality of Crown Point landscaping around the main house nestled among trees and greenery.

Stone pathway winding through a garden with green shrubs, pink and yellow flowers, and trees in the background on a sunny day, showcasing expert Crown Point landscaping.

A gravel path curves through a landscaped garden with mulch, rocks, yellow flowers, and lush greenery surrounded by tall trees—an inviting scene crafted by Merrillville landscape designers.

Aerial view of a modern house with a backyard featuring a swimming pool, patio seating, landscaped garden by Crown Point landscaping, and a small putting green, all enclosed by a black fence.

Curved concrete walkway bordered by mulch, low shrubs, small landscape lights, and trees on a sunny day—an inviting space crafted by expert Valparaiso landscapers.

Stone patio with a central fire pit, surrounded by landscaped garden beds and bordered by trees in the background. Stairs lead down to the patio—an inviting outdoor space crafted by Merrillville landscape designers.

A backyard patio with stone pavers, a circular fire pit, landscaped flower beds, and a view of a pond and nearby houses—expertly crafted by Crown Point landscaping specialists.

Tiered stone landscaping with mulch, various shrubs, and flowers in front of a large brick house on a sloped yard—an inviting look perfected with expert Schererville landscape design services.

Stone steps rise through a landscaped garden with flower beds, shrubs, and a small American flag beside the house on a sunny day, showcasing the artistry of Merrillville landscape designers.

A small garden pond with rocks, a waterfall feature, blooming flowers, green plants, and a red brick house in the background—expertly crafted by Merrillville landscape designers.

Backyard patio area with a gazebo, outdoor seating, and landscaped flower beds bordered by stone edging, expertly crafted by Merrillville landscape designers in a suburban neighborhood on a partly cloudy day.

Brick walkway with garden landscaping by Valparaiso landscapers leads to a pool area with blue lounge chairs and orange umbrellas beside a tan house surrounded by greenery.

A landscaped backyard by Merrillville landscape designers features a stone retaining wall, ornamental grasses, and a pool area with lounge chairs and orange umbrellas beside a modern house.

A landscaped garden by Schererville landscape design services features a small waterfall, pond, large rocks, and lush green shrubs and flowering plants under a sunny sky.

A landscaped garden with a small stone waterfall, pond, green plants, and a wooden bench among large rocks under trees—expertly crafted by Valparaiso landscapers for a serene outdoor retreat.

A rectangular backyard pool with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and an outdoor seating area, bordered by shrubs and a stone walkway, beside a modern house—perfectly designed by Crown Point landscaping experts.

A small stone waterfall with green algae growth flows into a clear pond surrounded by aquatic plants and greenery, illustrating the craftsmanship of Chesterton landscape company experts.

A backyard patio with stone pavers, low brick walls, lush landscaping, and a raised deck attached to a house—expertly crafted by a Chesterton landscape company—with neighboring houses visible in the background.

A two-story beige house with a covered patio, balcony, and a backyard expertly crafted by Merrillville landscape designers, featuring mulch, rocks, and young plants.

Curved stone walkway bordered by green grass leads to a house with a stone exterior, professionally landscaped with shrubs and small trees by experienced Valparaiso landscapers.

After all, you want great value from someone who can accomplish the task. From design to installation and ongoing maintenance, the right landscaping company can make your yard look like something from a magazine. Contact Ricci’s Landscape Management for expert insight and to get results.

Consider Your Landscaping Needs

Understanding what you want to accomplish will help you:

Save time and money, as you won’t have to sift through several professionals to find the right one.
Provide clear instructions to your professional, who can create customized solutions.
Set a budget compatible with your goals.

So, how can you find a landscaping company for your property? Make a note of:

Full-service or general maintenance services: First, determine whether you need full-service landscaping or only maintenance services. Full-service residential landscaping and commercial landscaping encompasses everything from design and installation to ongoing supervision, while lawn maintenance services focus more on regular upkeep tasks. By understanding the level of service you require, you can narrow your search and find landscapers who specialize in the type of work you need.
Frequency of work: Do you need a landscaper who can come weekly, bi-weekly or monthly? Assess your preferences and available time to ensure you find a landscaper who can accommodate your desired schedule.
Type of work needed: Do you need someone specializing in planting flowers, hardscape construction or irrigation system installation for your home or business? Understanding the specific tasks you want to accomplish can help you find a landscaper with that expertise.

Evaluate Associations and Credentials

Choosing a contractor with the proper credentials and association membership will ensure their:

Expertise and knowledge: Contractors affiliated with industry associations stay updated with the latest trends, techniques and best practices.
Code of ethics: Reputable associations enforce a code of ethics, ensuring contractors conduct their business with integrity, honesty and professionalism.
Networking and collaboration capabilities: Association membership allows contractors to network, collaborate and access resources that benefit the project’s success.
Quality assurance: Many associations have screening processes for members, ensuring higher quality and professionalism.
Continued education: With ongoing education and training provided, contractors can leverage associations to improve their skills and stay updated on industry advancements.

RLM’s status as a Unilock Authorized Contractor is a testament to our extraordinary artistry, experience, positive references and commitment to continual education. Not only have we been a Unilock Authorized Contractor for over 21 years, but in 2021 we were also awarded the President’s Club distinction in recognition of our outstanding Unilock sales.

Finding a contractor with prestigious association memberships and recognition helps ensure you’re finding the best company to work with you.

Consider Internal & Customer Service

To hire landscapers with quality customer services, consider:

Employee Retention & Benefits

How a company treats its employees is a reflection of how it treats its clients. An organization that makes sure employees are satisfied, happy, and taken care of is an organization that will do the same for clients. When selecting the landscaping company for you, consider the benefits that employees are given. It can give you some insight as to the kind of people that run the company.

Here are some of the employee benefits offered at Ricci’s Landscape Management:

401 K with an employee match percentage
Insurance
A living wage
Annual raises
Company celebrations
High-quality tools
Bonuses for holidays and recruitment
Uniform reimbursement
Advancement opportunities
Continuing educational courses for certifications and licenses

Checking Reviews

Online platforms, such as websites, social media and review sites, often contain reviews and testimonials from previous clients. Read these reviews to gauge the landscaper’s customer service performance and satisfaction levels.

Seeking Information About Local Reputation

Firsthand experiences can provide valuable insights into the level of customer service provided. Recommendations from friends, family or neighbors who have previously worked with a landscaper can help narrow your options faster.

Asking Questions

During the selection process, ask landscapers specific questions related to their history and approach, such as:

What types of services do you provide?
Will you share references from similar projects?
How do you ensure clear communication and regular updates throughout the landscaping project?
Can you provide a timeline or schedule for the project, including milestones and completion dates?
How do you handle any problems or concerns during the project?
Can you provide a certificate of insurance?
How do you address any necessary follow-up or repairs after completion?

Contact RLM Today

Request a quote from RLM to discover how our exceptional landscape installation and maintenance services can transform your outdoor space. Let us help you bring your vision to life with our expertise and passion for landscaping.

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