Why Sherlock Landscaping Prefers a Charge-Up Basis, Over Fixed Quotes
At Sherlock Landscaping, we've found that working on a charge-up basis offers several key advantages for both our clients and our team.
Unlike fixed quotes, where unforeseen challenges can lead to unexpected costs or compromised quality, a charge-up approach allows us to be flexible and transparent throughout your project.
By billing for the actual time and materials used, we can ensure that every aspect of your landscaping project receives the attention it deserves, without the risk of cutting corners to meet a pre-set budget.
This method helps us to foster trust with you our client, as you are only paying for what is genuinely needed. It also allows us the freedom to work with you to adapt to any changes or surprises that may arise during your landscaping project. Ultimately, we believe this results in a more personalized, high-quality service that meets the specific needs of each project.
"So how do I know how much it will cost" I hear you asking??
Well at the start of a project it's often reasonably easy to quantify the materials we may require & due to our many years of experience landscaping in Nelson, we have a pretty good idea of what labour time may be involved in the project - so we can provide a break down of this for you to see.
Often our projects evolve in clearly defined chapters - which makes it easier to quantify these various phases and what's involved. For example the first phase of a project often involves removing existing structures & vegetation giving us a clear work space to see what we have to work with. Something like this might take a day with 4 people and this is easy enough to quantify and estimate in terms of price.
We record all costs daily so at any stage we can show you exactly where you are at and adjust things if need be. We also bill our work weekly thus eliminating the possibility of any nasty surprises.
This approach is rooted in our commitment to delivering the best possible outcomes without the limitations imposed by rigid quotes. We believe in providing value through quality and transparency, ensuring that our clients are satisfied with the process and the final result.
If you would like to discuss ideas for your landscaping in Nelson / Tasman, please feel to reach out to us.
