Selecting a landscaper

Rolawn does not install turf we leave this work to professional landscapers. However we do use our position to introduce landscapers to homeowners and commercial customers alike. We provide landscaper details click here, however Rolawn takes no responsibility for the work or actions of any person, firm or organisation because these organisations are third parties not directly employed by Rolawn.

Many people looking for a landscaper want work done around their own home or that of a relative so it is worth taking a little time with the selection process. Making the wrong choice could lead to considerable frustration and even wasted expenditure.

There are many excellent landscapers who choose not to be members of a trade organisation however the two leading professional landscape bodies in the UK are:- The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) www.bali.org.uk and the Association of Professional Landscapers ( APL ) www.landscaper.org.uk

They each have a vetting/screening process prior to admission, codes of conduct, free lists of their members, and dispute resolution systems in the event of a problem.

Whether a member of a trade association or not, insist on evidence of the following before allowing work around your home:

• Adequate insurance cover in place for all risks that could affect you, your family your property and the landscaper, his operatives and any subcontractors.
• A written quotation should detail the work to be done, materials to be used, price to be paid and completion date.
• Samples of material to be used. Free samples of Rolawn Medallion turf and topsoils are available from Rolawn depots and stockists. Ask your landscaper to bring you a sample or make a visit yourself.
• Ask to speak to some of their recent customers for a reference.
• Before going ahead get a basic written contract in place.

With regards to Rolawn Medallion turf and topsoil please click on the link below for a specification which you can hand to your landscaper for their guidance.