Why Cheap Landscaping Quotes Usually Cost More Later
Why Cheap Landscaping Quotes Usually Cost More Later
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If It Sounds Too Good to Be True — It Is
It’s tempting to take the lowest bid when you’re comparing landscaping contractors. After all, everyone claims they can install a patio or lay sod. But in this industry, corners cut below the surface often don’t show until it’s too late — and by then, the “cheap” job ends up costing far more. Here's what to watch for and how we price for long-term value.
1. The Race to the Bottom Is Real
1. The Race to the Bottom Is Real
Some companies bid low just to win the job. Then they:
Rush through prep work
Use thinner base layers or cheap materials
Hire unskilled day labor
Add surprise charges mid-project
Disappear when warranty issues arise
We’ve been hired many times to fix these jobs — and clients always wish they had chosen better upfront.
2. What Gets Skipped in Low-End Quotes
2. What Gets Skipped in Low-End Quotes
Cut Corner | Long-Term Consequence
No grading or slope adjustment → Water damage, turf failure, patio settlement
Thin or un-compacted base → Cracks in patios, shifting pavers, weed growth
Cheap edging or no edge restraints → Rock and mulch spill, constant maintenance
Rushed plant installation → Dead shrubs, no root establishment
No weed barrier → Regrowth within weeks of install
You don’t see these flaws until months — or even years — after the check clears.
3. Why Our Quotes May Be Higher — and What You Get
3. Why Our Quotes May Be Higher — and What You Get
We include:
Full site prep and compaction
Drainage evaluation and correction
Premium materials built to last
Skilled, insured crew
Detailed project scope with zero surprise charges
Real customer service and follow-up
You’re not paying for fluff — you’re paying for function, quality, and peace of mind.
4. How to Compare Bids the Right Way
4. How to Compare Bids the Right Way
When comparing quotes:
Ask for line-item breakdowns
Check what’s included in base prep, drainage, and disposal
Look at warranty terms and who performs the work
Don’t compare price alone — compare value per square foot
We’re always happy to review competing bids with you and explain where numbers come from.
5. The Most Expensive Job Is the One You Have to Redo
5. The Most Expensive Job Is the One You Have to Redo
We’ve seen:
$12,000 patios fail in two winters because base was skipped
Sod jobs die in one month from bad grading
Fire pits rebuilt after smoke damage from poor airflow design
In every case, the “cheap quote” ended up being the most expensive path.
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