M. D. Vaden Estimates

Tree & landscape related services are available near Medford, Ashland, Central Point and Jacksonville. Most estimates are free and saved for 30 days because expenses fluctuate.

Pruning and Landscape Most projects are according to a set estimate. Pruning estimates don't take long. I don't mind pointing out what needs to be done, but for landscaping, I need a general idea what you have planned.

Drainage There are drainage estimates (free) and drainage consultations. Let me know which one. Consulation often stretches 60 minutes to figure out the problem or solution. Estimates are like 15 minute visits when you already know the solution and just need a cost estimate to have the work done for you.

Advice and 1 Hour Consultation Visits help homeowners understand their landscaping better and offer solutions. Typical visits are 1 hour to an hour and a half. The minimum starts at $100. If someone valued my opinion for a large property up near Portland, I can fly up there too.

Design Plans Many properties can be landscaped equally nice by drawing a sketch and adding notes with the number and type of plants. A huge landscape may need a regular "blueprint" plan drawn to scale, especially if you are gathering estimates. But if you already know who will do the work, a sketch and notes could save hundreds of dollars. Keep consultations in mind as an alternative to design. I do not like pitching sales of design plans the way some designers do to build their work load. The actual drawing process will be a set fee instead of hourly.

Minimum When it comes to actual work, the minimum project is $80 to $100. I believe that hourly rates from companies mean next to nothing. What means everything is the work, what you will pay and get when it's all done. Hourly rates don't tell us anything. On the other hand, firm estimates clarify things.

 

Header Photo: Jedediah Smith redwood park near the coast.

 

M. D. Vaden works in Rogue Valley of Oregon. Medford, Jacksonville, Ashland, Central Point and Phoenix.