FAQ Category: Contracts & Bids
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Did I make the right choice with this landscape contractor?
You can often tell by looking at four key signs. First, was there a clear, detailed contract and drawing set at the start? Second, has communication been steady, with documented updates on scope, schedule, and change orders? Third, do you…
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What do I need to know to maintain landscaping installed by a contractor?
Maintaining new landscaping starts with a clear guide from your contractor. Ask for written instructions that spell out irrigation schedules, seasonal tasks, and warranty requirements. In Utah, deep, infrequent watering is essential to help roots establish in clay soils. Mulch…
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Is it normal to see puddles after a contractor installs drainage?
No. Water lingering more than 24 hours signals grading or system problems. First, confirm slope: surfaces should fall about 2% away from structures. Next, check for clogs in catch basins, emitter holes, or pipe runs, and verify that the outlet…
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Should there be gaps between pavers installed by a landscape contractor?
Yes. Uniform joints—often 1/8 to 1/4 inch—are intentional so joint sand or polymeric sand can lock pavers, allow minor movement, and drain surface water. Proper edge restraints and a compacted base keep joints consistent and prevent spread. After installation, sand…
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Do I need to wrap or protect landscaping in winter?
Some of it, yes. New trees benefit from trunk wrap from late fall to early spring to reduce sunscald and frost cracking, especially on southwest exposures. Evergreens in exposed sites can suffer windburn; burlap wind screens and antidesiccant sprays (used…
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