The way we approach any new project is very straightforward...
Firstly, we come and meet you and visit the site.
This visit allows you to share your aspirations for the garden. It also offers you the chance to get to know us and how we work, so you can feel confident that your hopes for the garden can be realised. During the visit, we start to analyse the site and build a picture of the garden's opportunities and challenges. This analysis, together with your brief, forms the basis for the design.
Next we conduct a comprehensive site survey.
This is essential to identify potential challenges, get the designed proportions correct and calculations for the construction estimate. The survey records dimensions, ground levels using the latest laser level apparatus, existing features, significant views/vistas, mature planting, services, difficult terrain and ground conditions. Soil testing for texture, PH and nutrient analysis will help to compile a planting scheme suited to your soils and setting.
Then we create a detailed quotation and work plan.
This will include the necessary sketches of how the garden will look once completed, a detailed plan of what we will do, how long each element will take, and overall timescales, etc. This will also include a planting design and any specifications, construction drawings and other documentation that may be required.
Once our quote has been accepted, we then go ahead and complete all work as per the plan.
At the end, once all the work has been completed to everyone's satisfaction, we then put together a maintenance plan for you, and provide any advice you may need regarding ongoing management of the garden.
Process Summary
Initial consultation - Site survey/analysis - Sketch concepts - Detailed plan - Planting design - Specification documents, construction drawing and tendering documents - Construction phase - Maintenance plan - Landscape and garden management advice
CONTACT
If you would like to have a no-obligation initial chat about your garden landscaping requirements, please call our office on 01452 751 274, email us on hello@heritagegardeners.co.uk, or simply complete the enquiry form below and we'll get straight back to you.