Question 1

Are you an insured business and do you guarantee your work?

Accepted Answer

I have business liability insurance with YOUI, policy number OA10131402 for up to $5,000,000. I guarantee plant survival for 2 months, as long as the plants have been cared for. Any problems that arise with hard landscaping will be rectified. I believe a client should always feel they can contact me and discuss any problems that may arise after job completion.

Question 2

How did you decide to get into your line of work?

Accepted Answer

I have always had a passion for plants and the great outdoors. I was visiting my parents in Bali one time and I decided to redo their garden in Bali. Once I had finished, I was filled with such immense pride with what I had created for them.  They get such great pleasure from their new garden and this in turn made me happy. On returning to Australia I decided to start studying horticulture and garden design

Question 3

Do you have a favourite customer story you would like to share?

Accepted Answer

When I first began work back in Bali I had the great pleasure to meet a retired Swiss couple. They were one of my first clients and after 5 years they became good friends. Their garden needs were only ever small but I would always make time for them because they always stuck by me. It is so important to always remember your clients, regardless of how big or small the job might be.

Question 4

What do you like most about your job?

Accepted Answer

I love seeing my work evolve from a drawing on a flat piece of paper, into a glorious, living garden. I really enjoy working with my clients to help them achieve their dream outdoor space. The greatest pleasure for me is seeing my clients enjoying their new outdoor space

Question 5

What questions should a customer ask to hire the right service professional?

Accepted Answer

It is important that the client ask about plant placement in the garden. Plants have very different needs and grow to varying heights. If your landscaper cannot answer these questions then I would seriously consider their plant knowledge.

Question 6

What questions do customers commonly ask and how would you answer them?

Accepted Answer

Two of the most common questions I get is, how long will it take and how much will it cost. The time frame really depends on the size of the garden and how much work is required. A small courtyard can be just as costly as a large yard, depending on what the client wants. It is always helpful to know the clients approximate budget so that I can create the best possible garden solution within their means. It is important to me that my clients are happy with my work and that we have been able to achieve their dreams without overspending.

Question 7

What makes you the most reliable and trustworthy person for the job?

Accepted Answer

I always keep my word to my clients and turn up on time. I will complete the job in a timely manner and I always finish with a walk through of the finished garden with my clients to make sure they are happy. Communication during the garden transformation ensures the clients satisfaction with the end result.

Question 8

Why should a customer hire you over another service provider?

Accepted Answer

Every client has their own personal needs and I endeavour to provide those needs. My industry is quite personal because you are being invited into people's homes and private spaces. Above all I respect this and that is why my clients will always deal directly with me. I handle the project from the very beginning until the project is completed.

Question 9

What are the typical things that you need to know before you can provide a quote to a customer?

Accepted Answer

I always meet the client on site to discuss what it it is they would like to achieve. This initial consultation is free

Question 10

How can a customer save money before you start the work? Please give 3 tips

Accepted Answer

-It is always helpful if the client has a rough idea of what they would like to achieve. This saves time and the fore money. -Having a clear direction before I begin is important. Changes to the overall plan once work has commenced can affect the original quote. I always discuss the plan and my quote before I begin so that everyone is happy with the design and plant selection. -If the garden is large and the clients have a budget frame, I sometimes suggest dividing the garden into area's. This way we can determine which is the most important area and focus on that. From there I can work backwards and make sure the money is spent with the greatest effect and creating the best overall impact. If we get the design and framework in place, extra plants can always be added over time.

Question 11

Are there any special offers you would like to offer to Oneflare customers?

Accepted Answer

I offer all my clients the same service. I communicate with my clients all the way through the garden transformation so that we are all on the same page. I endeavour to create the garden of their dreams and I am always on time and reliable. I do not stop until the job is completed and I work with honesty and integrity.

Question 12

What makes your pricing competitive?

Accepted Answer

My pricing is well within the landscaping pricing guidelines. My quotes show transparency so that the clients know exactly what they are paying for and I will do my absolute best to make sure I work within my clients budget. Once again, communication is the key.

Question 13

How do you normally charge for your service?

Accepted Answer

I generally charge for a complete job however if the client requires just design or planting, I will tailor the quote to suit the clients needs. My quotes are clearly divided into the cost of plants, cost of materials and my labour costs so that the client can easily see what they are paying for.

Question 14

Is there a particular aspect of your trade or industry that you specialise in?

Accepted Answer

-Design -Full garden construction including both hard and soft landscaping -Appropriate plant selection for the site -Retaining walls -Stairs and stepping stones -Paving and garden edging -Reticulated watering systems

Question 15

What experience, skills, qualifications or training do you have to make you the right person for the job?

Accepted Answer

I have studied at both holmesglen Tafe and Charles Darwin University. I have a sound knowledge of plant species and I am very good at selecting appropriate plants for each specific job.  I have also worked in Darwin and more recently, Bali, Indonesia. I specialise in design, garden construction and paving.

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