How to Contract an Interior Landscaper

If you have ever been in an office building, shopping mall or restaurant and admired an extraordinary placement of plants, it may well have been the work of an interior landscaper. Although landscapers are typically thought of as outdoor designers, interior landscapers bring the green indoors in a stylish way, creating an inviting atmosphere. As you prepare to contract with an interior landscaper, take time to do your homework. Decide the specific area you would like landscaped, the maximum budget you can allot and if ongoing maintenance will be included. Solicit bids, interview prospects, check references and draft a contract detailing all the elements of the job.

Instructions

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  Solicit bids. Advertise a request for proposals to provide interior landscaping services if you are seeking the contractor for a business or government agency. Contact interior landscape services and request bids if the job is personal. Be specific about your needs for the job so you are able to accurately compare the bids.
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  Interview potential interior landscapers. Request references and photos from previous jobs. Follow up with phone calls to previous clients for recommendations. Verify insurance and licensing, if required by your city or state.
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  Prepare a contract for the interior landscaper you select. Include specifics about the scope of work, including the area to be landscaped, agreed upon plants for the site and the amount of the budget. Include maintenance agreement. List deposit, payment schedule and terms of all financial agreements on the project. Note the time frame for the project and deadline for completion.
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  Review any standard contract the interior landscaper presents to clients. Take the contract home for at least 24 hours and review thoroughly. Add any details you would like to include before signing.

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