Frequently Asked Questions

We provide expert second opinions on landscape quotes and contractor estimates. Our service ensures homeowners, builders, architects, and designers get accurate pricing, uncover hidden costs, and understand exactly what’s included before committing to a project.

Contractor quotes can sometimes leave out important details, overcharge for materials, or underestimate labor. With 24 years of landscape industry experience, we review estimates line by line, identify red flags, and confirm whether the pricing and scope of work are fair. Our goal is to protect your budget and give you peace of mind.

• Homeowners planning new or renovated landscapes
• Custom home builders seeking accurate project costs
• Landscape architects and residential architects needing estimate validation
• Anyone who wants confidence before investing in landscaping

Unlike contractors, we’re not trying to sell you the project. Our role is independent and unbiased. We work only for you, the client, to make sure you understand the estimate and get the best value for your investment.

Both. We can create design plans, provide detailed project take-offs, and develop accurate cost estimates. But many clients hire us specifically for a second opinion to validate or challenge a contractor’s quote.

Yes. By spotting inflated prices, missing details, and unnecessary upgrades, we often save clients thousands of dollars. Even if your contractor’s quote is fair, the peace of mind alone is worth the review.

We provide consulting both in person across Texas and virtually nationwide. We have a non-compete arrangement in Travis, Williamson, Burnet, Hays, Caldwell, Bastrop, and Blanco counties, so we cannot work in these areas. If you’re outside our local area, you can email us your contractor’s quote and project details for a remote review.

Pricing depends on the size and complexity of the project. Smaller estimate reviews may be a flat fee, while larger projects are billed hourly. We provide clear pricing upfront so there are no surprises.

We have 24 years of professional landscape industry experience in design, construction, and nursery operations. We are also certified Texas Master Naturalists, giving us deep knowledge of plants, ecology, and sustainable landscapes.

Reach out to us and share your contractor’s quote or project details, and we’ll schedule a consultation to start your review.