Top 10 Landscape Architects & Designers in Darien, CT
Top questions to ask before hiring a landscape architect & designer
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
Recent reviews for Darien Landscape Architects & Designers
We have worked with PLT Landscape contractors for various residential landscape projects. They have always been professional, reliable, and efficient. We highly recommend hiring PLT for your next landscape improvement project.
PLT Landscape Contractors is our top choice for maintaining the properties we design. Paul and his team provides professional, reliable and excellent service. The staff are friendly, helpful, accommodating and responsive to special requests.
Trust is the most important factor in choosing anyone to do work for me: trust they will know their business, be honest and care about me as a customer. When I asked a good friend if she knew a stone wall installation I could trust, she referred me to Pau...
One of the best landscape contractors you will find in Connecticut, I cannot say enough great things about Paul and his entire team. PLT Landscape is the most personable and customer oriented landscape contractors I have ever dealt with. It has been sever...
Excellent communication, excellent service and I am very satisfied with the results. My property has never looked beautiful! Highly recommended!
We have enjoyed a very strong working relationship over the years with D&B and have always found them to be responsible to all components of property maintenance. We look forward to a continued relationship with D&B Landscape Contractors for many years to...
D&B Landscape Contractors is undoubtedly one of the best landscape designers I have had the opportunity to work with. I have worked on many projects of various scale throughout the years and with each project I recognize how valuable Dan's contribution is...
I have worked with Dan and his team of landscape contractors throughout the years and I can confirm that he is a trustworthy and dependable landscaper! I have recommended his services to others on many occasions.
D&B has cared for the grounds around my office building and handled snow plowing for the past several years. They also repaved our parking lots. I'm pleased to say all their work has been excellent. Whenever I need the kind of services D&B offers, I make ...
D&B Landscape Contractors is undoubtedly one of the best landscape designers I have had the opportunity to work with. The have worked on many projects of various scale throughout the years and with each project I recognize how valuable Dan's contribution ...
Reliable and efficient snow removal services. I highly recommend them!
One of the best landscape contractors you will find in Connecticut, I cannot say enough great things about Dan and his entire team. D&B Landscape Contractors is the most personable and customer oriented landscape contractors I have ever dealt with. It has...
Everything You Need to Know About Darien Landscape Architects & Designers
Does the landscape architect & designer I want to hire need to be licensed in Darien?
Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Landscape Architect & Designer need to have. There are 2 landscape architects & designers in Darien that are licensed.
Here are the types of license(s) Landscape Architects & Designers need to have to work on Landscape Design jobs in CT:
- Accreditations/License: Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection
How does invoicing/payment work for most Landscape Architect & Designer projects in Darien?
Every project differs, but you should ask any landscape architect & designer for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any landscape design work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for landscape architects & designers to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your landscape architect & designer project.
If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the landscape architect & designer to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
What should I check for once my Landscape Architect & Designer in Darien has finished working?
Every landscape design project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any landscape design company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with landscape design work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the landscape architect & designer to describe what they did. Whether your landscape design project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your landscape design project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the landscape architect & designer do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
All Landscape Architects & Designers in Darien, CT
Latest projects near Darien
I'm flexible
Landscape, garden & patio design
Design whole property landscaping
No preference
Back yard
Under 1,000 sq ft
Grass seeding or sod, Small trees, bushes or hedges, Flowers
I'm not sure
Patio, Sidewalks and pathways, Deck, Terrace and retaining walls
Unsure, don't know yet
Within a month
Design sections of property landscaping
No preference
Front yard
1,000-3,000 sq ft
Grass seeding or sod, Flowers, Small trees, bushes or hedges, Large trees (over 5 feet tall)
I'm not sure
Sidewalks and pathways
Unsure, don't know yet
I'm flexible
Design a large or complex garden
200-500 sq ft
Rose or flower garden
Irrigation and sprinkler system, Arbor, gazebo or pergola
Within a month
Design sections of property landscaping
No
Front yard
Under 1,000 sq ft
Small trees, bushes or hedges, Large trees (over 5 feet tall), Flowers, Grass seeding or sod
No
No
Unsure, don't know yet
I'm flexible
Design a large or complex garden
Under 200 sq ft
Rose or flower garden
Raised garden beds