Reviews for Home and Garden Services in Los Altos, CA
Valley Landscape
By United States Bankcard Service, LLC October 05, 2009
Welcome, we are honored to have you in our network. Let us know how we can help with your Credit Card Processing needs. “We guarantee to save you money, usually 5-55%, on credit card processing. Because we are a direct processor, we cut out the middle-man sales office. It doesn’t cost anything to switch. No new equipment will be needed. All we need is a copy of your current processing statement that we send in for analysis. Then we provide you with a side-by-side statement comparison that will clearly show you how we can save you money!” We save thousands of businesses across the United States thousands of dollars per year! That's why we know you're paying too much for your credit card processing. We are so sure that you will save money, that if you can't save money you will receive $500.00! No questions asked. Take the challenge and start saving! Thanks for joining our network & best wishes! ...read more
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This section will answer questions that we commonly hear from our clients. We welcome any and all inquiries from our visitors but you might find an instant answer to your question listed here.I am aware that a landscape is the overall appearance of a lawn or garden. However, what services are considered to be in the realm of landscaping?In general, any additions or improvements made to a home's exterior grounds are considered to be landscaping projects. Most people think of landscaping as any changes made to a lawn or garden surrounding a home. Regardless of the size and shape of an outdoor area, every home owner has a landscape to work with. Landscaping is the art of taking this space and transforming it into a complimentary work of art.Why should I consider landscaping for my yard or garden?Even if you are not currently selling your home, it is a well known fact that any landscaping activity can immediately boost the overall value of your property. When you do choose to sell your home, a beautiful landscape can add thousands of dollars to the price. Think of your yard as your home. would you avoid cleaning the kitchen until you were ready to sell your home? A beautiful landscape around can make living there more enjoyable and promote a positive image to your friends and neighbors.I've decided that I would like landscaping services but my lawn needs a lot of work. Where should I begin?One of the first things that landscapers do when landscaping a yard is work with trees. A common problem for most home owners is a large amount of branches threatening to fall and damage their house. After clearing all of the large, dead branches from over the yard, you might find that the additional sunlight immediately adds a new appearance to your yard, as well as protecting what is likely the largest investment that many people make.Do I really need a professional to handle my landscaping?While we would certainly love for you to try our services, some projects can be completed at home in only a few short hours. Deciding whether or not to hire a professional generally comes down to personal taste and the size of the project. You can save a great deal of money on very small projects, however, by consulting with a professional for 30 minutes or an hour. If you feel like you do not have enough time, patience or creativity to handle your landscaping, a professional might be the right choice. However, if you look forward to starting a new lawn project, you might decide to handle many of the tasks yourself.I want to do my own landscaping, lawn care or gardening. Where should I begin?Start your landscaping project in an area where you feel the most comfortable working. Gather some resources to help you with your project by purchasing books or looking online. You might have a specific design plan in mind that changes once you see what previous landscapers were able to do with a similar area. After you known what you want to do, start by developing a plan. Keep a watchful eye on your yard to see where the dry or sunny spots might be. If you find dry spots, those areas might require a bit more attention. Places in your yard that get a lot of Sun might be great places for new gardens.I've heard a lot about color theory when choosing plants and flowers. Can I apply this to my landscape?From a landscapers perspective, color theory is very important. This concept involves mixing and matching colors to create a complimentary piece of art with your yard. Simply put, colors such as red and yellow are warm colors while blues and greens are cool ones. To create the best color scheme in your lawn, try matching warm colors with other warm colors and cool colors in the same way. Warm colors can be exciting while cool colors are often considered to be calming. So, if you are considering designing a garden for meditation, you will likely prefer to stick to cool colors in your fixtures and flowers. ...read more
By Valley Landscape May 24, 2010
What to know before you hire a Landscape Contractor!
Are you looking for a landscape professional to maintain or manage a current property, renovate an existing garden or design or install a new landscape? The professional you select should have certain qualifications. Here are some things you should look for to ensure that your landscape experience is positive and professional. Here is a list of qualifications to look for. California Landscape Contractors Association Recommends: You don't really purchase a landscape. You buy the services of a landscape contractor to install and construct the project you want. A successful relationship between you and your landscape contractor may last as long as it takes to consider your project, or may span years, as your taste change and your landscapes expand. Although there are no guarantees when it comes to hiring a professional, here are a few steps you can take to ensure that your landscaping experience fulfills your desires. Get referrals from friends and neighbors who have landscaping you admire, or from the landscape architect who developed your plans. Make sure you are hiring a landscape and irrigation contractor who is licensed by the state. State law requires anyone who contracts to do landscape work to be licensed by the Contractors State License Board, if the total price of the job (including labor and materials) is $500 or more. Licensed contractors are regulated by laws designed to protect the public, are bonded, and must complete four years of journey- or higher-level experience in the same trade to apply for a license. Unlicensed persons, typically, are not bonded and may not have liability or workers' compensation insurance. If you hire an unlicensed person, you may be financially responsible if injuries, fire, or other property damage results. Ask for the contractor's state license number and call the Contractors State License Board to verify that it is issued for landscaping, is current, and is in good standing. Request a list of similar jobs the contractor has recently completed in your area. Look at the work and talk to the owners, if possible. Ask if the contractor has liability and workers' compensation insurance. Request certificates in writing. A landscape contractor is required to have a license bond posted with the Contractors State License Board. However, this bond does not ensure that your job will be completed. If Problems do occur: Sometimes, in spite of all the precautions taken, problems will occur. If this happens, first contact your contractor. Usually problems can be worked out and corrections will be made willingly. If not, file a written complaint with the Contractors State License Board. The Board's staff assists consumers with questions about contractors and will investigate all valid complaints. For more information on the Contractors State License Board or the license status of a contractor, call: (800) 321-CSLB or consult your local telephone directory. ...read more
By Valley Landscape May 07, 2009
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By Valley Landscape May 01, 2009