FAQ Category: Contracts & Bids
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Who fixes sprinkler heads damaged by snowplows?
Responsibility usually depends on who managed the snow removal. If you hired a plow service directly, that company is generally responsible for the damage, and most carry insurance to cover it. If your landscaper managed snow removal for you, contact…
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Will de-icer harm my plants and pavers?
Standard rock salt (sodium chloride) and calcium chloride are tough on both plants and hardscapes. They dry out roots, build up salts in the soil, and can burn foliage, especially on young or shallow-rooted plants. On pavers, salts speed up…
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How much will it cost to maintain my landscaping each year?
Annual costs depend on property size, design complexity, and service level. In Salt Lake and Davis Counties, a modest yard with lawn, shrubs, and simple beds might cost $1,500–$3,000 per year for mowing, trimming, fertilization, and basic irrigation checks. Larger…
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What maintenance might a landscape contractor not tell me about?
Some tasks don’t always make it into the handoff packet, but they matter for long-term success. Soil testing is one. Utah’s alkaline soils often need pH adjustment or added organic matter, yet contractors rarely emphasize routine testing. Irrigation scheduling is…
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Should I have spent more for better quality with a landscape contractor?
Higher costs only make sense if they buy defined value. Look at the contract: did you pay for thicker base layers under patios, larger plant sizes, commercial-grade irrigation parts, or longer warranties? If so, the higher price was likely justified.…
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