Top questions to ask before hiring a lawn care service

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.

Everything You Need to Know About Pierre Lawn Care Services

Does the lawn & garden service I want to hire need to be licensed in Pierre?

Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Lawn & Garden Service need to have. There are 0 lawn & garden services in Pierre that are licensed.

Here are the types of license(s) Lawn & Garden Services need to have to work on Lawn & Yard Work Services jobs in SD:

    Can I browse unscreened Lawn & Garden Services in Pierre?

    We do our best to screen all of our lawn & garden services. However, there are still some lawn & garden service professionals in Pierre that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Pierre or SD. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering lawn & yard work services:

    • Double S Lawn Services:
      • Services Offered: Lawn & Garden Services
      • BBB Rating: A+
      • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
    • Immaculate Lawn Services:
      • Services Offered: Lawn & Garden Services
      • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
    • Kuntz and Sons Landscaping:
      • Services Offered: Lawn & Garden Services
      • BBB Rating: A+
      • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

    What should I check for once my Lawn & Garden Service in Pierre has finished working?

    Every lawn & yard work services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any lawn & yard work services company has told you they've finished the job:

    • Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with lawn & yard work services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
    • Ask the lawn & garden service to describe what they did. Whether your lawn & yard work services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
    • Compare the description provided on your lawn & yard work services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
    • Request that the lawn & garden service do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.

    Latest projects near Pierre

    Recent projects booked on Porch
    Pierre 57501
    Xeriscaping
    Start Date
    Within a month
    Landscaping service needed
    Landscape, garden & patio design
    Landscape design work needed
    Design whole property landscaping
    Drought-tolerant landscape design
    Yes
    Areas to be designed
    The entire property
    SQFT of design area
    5,000-10,000 sq ft
    May require a landscape architect
    No
    Plants to include in design
    I'm not sure
    Include sprinkler or irrigation system
    I'm not sure
    Flatwork or hardscape to include in design
    No
    Who will install landscaping
    I will hire a contractor to install landscaping
    Pierre 57501
    Xeriscaping
    Start Date
    I'm flexible
    Landscaping service needed
    Landscape, garden & patio design
    Landscape design work needed
    Design sections of property landscaping
    Drought-tolerant landscape design
    Yes
    Areas to be designed
    Hillside, Front yard
    SQFT of design area
    1,000-3,000 sq ft
    Plants to include in design
    Small trees, bushes or hedges
    Include sprinkler or irrigation system
    No
    Flatwork or hardscape to include in design
    No
    Who will install landscaping
    I will hire a contractor to install landscaping
    Pierre 57501
    Xeriscaping
    Start Date
    I'm flexible
    Landscaping service needed
    Landscape, garden & patio design
    Landscape design work needed
    Design sections of property landscaping
    Drought-tolerant landscape design
    Yes
    Areas to be designed
    Front yard
    SQFT of design area
    Under 1,000 sq ft
    Plants to include in design
    I'm not sure
    Include sprinkler or irrigation system
    No
    Flatwork or hardscape to include in design
    No
    Who will install landscaping
    Unsure, don't know yet