Top 10 Landscape Architects & Designers in Santa Monica, CA
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 Santa Monica Landscape Architects & Designers
I don’t do this too often, and most times when I do it's to express dissatisfaction, but not today, SES has outdone themselves here. I am extremely pleased with the quality of their work. There was really nothing to complain about. They turned an upbeat g...
My kitchen remodeling project was performed by Gill and his people. Gill worked at my house for close to 3 weeks. The new kitchen came out good and the crew did a great job. At first Gill made a design that will show how the new kitchen will look like and...
Last month we renovated our pool and 2 bathrooms. We didn't have any ideas in mind. Shira was helping us choosing tiles, matching it to the entire house and helped us find good prices. She was always available to answer our calls and respond to every que...
Sunshine builders have completed for us a large scale remodeling project for us recently. The remodeling project was to replace our existing kitchen with a new and upgrade one including all the appliances and the remodeling of our master bathroom. The pro...
My past experience with contractors was not that good. I and my wife wanted to have our kitchen renovated. We spoke and asked several of our friends if they know anyone that is trustworthy. We got the information about SES builders and we called and spoke...
Eli and his workers were referred to me by one of my coworkers who hired him recently for his remodeling project at his house. He was very happy with the work that they did and he recommend them to anyone he knows that looking for a contractor regarding t...
SES builders (supervised by Eli) completed to remodel: - Two bathrooms my house - Installed a laundry sink including the replacement of the counter. - Sand and stain the hardwood floors. I'm happy with the work that they did and with the expertise of thei...
The last contractor I worked with doesn’t even come close to SES in any way. SES is way ahead of the game in remodeling. The designers who I worked with to come up with the final look for my kitchen were sent to me. They took my solid ideas and made it ev...
Eli and his workers were referred to me by one of my coworkers who hired him recently for his remodeling project at his house. He was very happy with the work that they did and he recommend them to anyone he knows that looking for a contractor regarding t...
SES builders recently remodeled most of our home. The remodeling that they did included: - The kitchen – Floor, Island, Counter tops, Back splash, Outlets & lights, Cabinets, Sink and appliances. - 3 Bathrooms which one of them was the master bathroom, h...
Sunshine builders have completed for us a large scale remodeling project for us recently. The remodeling project was to replace our existing kitchen with a new and upgrade one including all the appliances and the remodeling of our master bathroom. The pro...
Everything You Need to Know About Santa Monica Landscape Architects & Designers
How do I know that I found the right Landscape Architect & Designer in Santa Monica for my landscape design project?
Finding the right landscape architect & designer for your project can be stressful.... when you don't search with Porch. We've pulled together everything you need to know about Landscape Design in Santa Monica so you can have some peace of mind before starting your project.
Here’s what you need to know to choose the right landscape architect & designer in Santa Monica:
- Are they properly licensed? Santa Monica has 2 licensed Landscape Architects & Designers Pros.
- Check if they are they BBB rated: 1 are A-rated in Santa Monica.
- Is the quality worth the price? Make sure to find the landscape architect & designer that can deliver the quality you're looking for, without going way over your budget. Don't forget that every job is going to be different.
- Speak with them over the phone: Contact multiple landscape architects & designers pros to see if you’re on the same page when it comes to your project.
Will Landscape Design work in Santa Monica require permits, inspections, special licenses, etc.?
Whether you’re landscape architect & designer job is in Santa Monica or any other city, you're going to want to do a bit of research before hiring landscape architects & designers. Even small jobs may have certain regulations around them. Often, the landscape architect & designer performing the work will have any required permits, inspections, etc. under control, but not always. Short answer: Research yourself and double check with the landscape design folks that everything is in order.
What should I check for once my Landscape Architect & Designer in Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica, CA
Latest projects near Santa Monica
I'm flexible
Design sections of property landscaping
No preference
Back yard
Under 1,000 sq ft
Large trees (over 5 feet tall)
No
No
Unsure, don't know yet
Within a month
Landscape, garden & patio design
Design sections of property landscaping
No
Front yard
Under 1,000 sq ft
I'm not sure
No
No
Unsure, don't know yet
I'm flexible
Design sections of property landscaping
No preference
Side yard, Hillside
1,000-3,000 sq ft
Small trees, bushes or hedges, Flowers, Herb or vegetable garden, Large trees (over 5 feet tall)
Yes
Deck
Unsure, don't know yet