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Evaluation & Advice for
Eco-Friendlier Yards
What to Expect
Our Natural Resources Specialist will meet with you to collect information on your property, preferences, and concerns to gain an understanding of the current conditions of your property.
Post Consultation
A report will be delivered that will address any problem areas such as:
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Erosion and/or invasive species
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Provide sustainable garden solutions and recommendations.
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Identify priority zones for remediation that may include garden installation
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Or providing solutions and recommendations according to existing site conditions.
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Our recommendations will be eco-friendly with a focus on prioritizing stormwater management, flood prevention, and environmental sustainability.
Next Steps
Should a project result from a consultation, a landscape consultant is equipped with the knowledge and skills to create the design, plant layout, and construction blueprints for your project to ensure proper implementation.
PRICING
Residential: $200 for 1 hour
HOA/Multi-Unit/Commercial: $250 for 1.5 hours
IS A CONSULTATION RIGHT FOR YOU? & OTHER FAQ
If you don't know what type of project or garden you're looking for or where to install it, a consultation is right for you! If you already know what you want and where you want it, go ahead and fill out the Service Instake Form, so we can get you started.
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If you are part of the Cleanscape Program, you do not need to book a site assessment through this channel. There are very specific steps you can review here.
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If you would like help with managing trees on your property, from pruning, health evaluation, to planning new tree plantings, then please visit our Tree Health Consultations.
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If you are looking for yard maintenance, garden maintenance, or forest management (like pulling vines off trees), then please visit our Rent-An-Ecocrew page.
AVAILABILITY
Site consultation sessions are available every Wednesday & Thursday from 9:30 am - 4:30 pm.
If you require flexibility during the weekday, please contact us at info@howardecoworks.org, and we will do our best to schedule an appointment with your availability.
SERVICE RANGE
The Service range is a 15-mile radius from our office in Columbia, located at
9770 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046
Additional miles will be an added fee.