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March 25, 2010 at 6:26 AM in reply to: Landscaping & pool costs for large custom in RSF area #530836
localguy
ParticipantIf you are not a do-it-yourself kind of person I would budget 200k. Keep in mind regarding pools, a rectangular shape will get you more bang for your buck and a more user friendly pool. The irregular shapes cost most, yet they can look pretty fancy. The pool guys will try to sell you on rock slides, grotto’s, etc..think twice if they are really needed. I have 3/4 of an acre, doing the majority of work myself. With a 20 x 40 pool with spa, covered patio with outdoor bathroom, 2,700+ sq. ft. of pavers, flagstone entry path, 25 x 65 grass play area, landscaping plants/trees, drainage, etc, etc…I’m looking at 130k. If you can’t do it yourself and/or manage it yourself, be prepared to pay. When the landscape contractor drives into your neighborhood, he will see dollar signs $$$. Good luck
LocalguyMarch 25, 2010 at 6:26 AM in reply to: Landscaping & pool costs for large custom in RSF area #530964localguy
ParticipantIf you are not a do-it-yourself kind of person I would budget 200k. Keep in mind regarding pools, a rectangular shape will get you more bang for your buck and a more user friendly pool. The irregular shapes cost most, yet they can look pretty fancy. The pool guys will try to sell you on rock slides, grotto’s, etc..think twice if they are really needed. I have 3/4 of an acre, doing the majority of work myself. With a 20 x 40 pool with spa, covered patio with outdoor bathroom, 2,700+ sq. ft. of pavers, flagstone entry path, 25 x 65 grass play area, landscaping plants/trees, drainage, etc, etc…I’m looking at 130k. If you can’t do it yourself and/or manage it yourself, be prepared to pay. When the landscape contractor drives into your neighborhood, he will see dollar signs $$$. Good luck
LocalguyMarch 25, 2010 at 6:26 AM in reply to: Landscaping & pool costs for large custom in RSF area #531416localguy
ParticipantIf you are not a do-it-yourself kind of person I would budget 200k. Keep in mind regarding pools, a rectangular shape will get you more bang for your buck and a more user friendly pool. The irregular shapes cost most, yet they can look pretty fancy. The pool guys will try to sell you on rock slides, grotto’s, etc..think twice if they are really needed. I have 3/4 of an acre, doing the majority of work myself. With a 20 x 40 pool with spa, covered patio with outdoor bathroom, 2,700+ sq. ft. of pavers, flagstone entry path, 25 x 65 grass play area, landscaping plants/trees, drainage, etc, etc…I’m looking at 130k. If you can’t do it yourself and/or manage it yourself, be prepared to pay. When the landscape contractor drives into your neighborhood, he will see dollar signs $$$. Good luck
LocalguyMarch 25, 2010 at 6:26 AM in reply to: Landscaping & pool costs for large custom in RSF area #531513localguy
ParticipantIf you are not a do-it-yourself kind of person I would budget 200k. Keep in mind regarding pools, a rectangular shape will get you more bang for your buck and a more user friendly pool. The irregular shapes cost most, yet they can look pretty fancy. The pool guys will try to sell you on rock slides, grotto’s, etc..think twice if they are really needed. I have 3/4 of an acre, doing the majority of work myself. With a 20 x 40 pool with spa, covered patio with outdoor bathroom, 2,700+ sq. ft. of pavers, flagstone entry path, 25 x 65 grass play area, landscaping plants/trees, drainage, etc, etc…I’m looking at 130k. If you can’t do it yourself and/or manage it yourself, be prepared to pay. When the landscape contractor drives into your neighborhood, he will see dollar signs $$$. Good luck
LocalguyMarch 25, 2010 at 6:26 AM in reply to: Landscaping & pool costs for large custom in RSF area #531771localguy
ParticipantIf you are not a do-it-yourself kind of person I would budget 200k. Keep in mind regarding pools, a rectangular shape will get you more bang for your buck and a more user friendly pool. The irregular shapes cost most, yet they can look pretty fancy. The pool guys will try to sell you on rock slides, grotto’s, etc..think twice if they are really needed. I have 3/4 of an acre, doing the majority of work myself. With a 20 x 40 pool with spa, covered patio with outdoor bathroom, 2,700+ sq. ft. of pavers, flagstone entry path, 25 x 65 grass play area, landscaping plants/trees, drainage, etc, etc…I’m looking at 130k. If you can’t do it yourself and/or manage it yourself, be prepared to pay. When the landscape contractor drives into your neighborhood, he will see dollar signs $$$. Good luck
Localguylocalguy
ParticipantIt is indeed fishy. That house was thrashed out front. Someone did a quick fix and freshened up the plants, etc. Two days after the courthouse deal they were working on that landscape with no HOA approval. I was following that house on your old blog.
Localguylocalguy
ParticipantIt is indeed fishy. That house was thrashed out front. Someone did a quick fix and freshened up the plants, etc. Two days after the courthouse deal they were working on that landscape with no HOA approval. I was following that house on your old blog.
Localguylocalguy
ParticipantIt is indeed fishy. That house was thrashed out front. Someone did a quick fix and freshened up the plants, etc. Two days after the courthouse deal they were working on that landscape with no HOA approval. I was following that house on your old blog.
Localguylocalguy
ParticipantIt is indeed fishy. That house was thrashed out front. Someone did a quick fix and freshened up the plants, etc. Two days after the courthouse deal they were working on that landscape with no HOA approval. I was following that house on your old blog.
Localguylocalguy
ParticipantIt is indeed fishy. That house was thrashed out front. Someone did a quick fix and freshened up the plants, etc. Two days after the courthouse deal they were working on that landscape with no HOA approval. I was following that house on your old blog.
Localguylocalguy
ParticipantI will bite…. our highest bill during a hot spell was $279.00. Our highest bill during a cold spell was $190.00. Sunny88 hit the nail on the head…bigger house/lot will equal bigger bills. It is what it is. These are all factors that a home buyer will need to factor in. By the way, there is a beautiful breeze up here that we really enjoy. The natural cooling effects are a benefit.
Localguylocalguy
ParticipantI will bite…. our highest bill during a hot spell was $279.00. Our highest bill during a cold spell was $190.00. Sunny88 hit the nail on the head…bigger house/lot will equal bigger bills. It is what it is. These are all factors that a home buyer will need to factor in. By the way, there is a beautiful breeze up here that we really enjoy. The natural cooling effects are a benefit.
Localguylocalguy
ParticipantI will bite…. our highest bill during a hot spell was $279.00. Our highest bill during a cold spell was $190.00. Sunny88 hit the nail on the head…bigger house/lot will equal bigger bills. It is what it is. These are all factors that a home buyer will need to factor in. By the way, there is a beautiful breeze up here that we really enjoy. The natural cooling effects are a benefit.
Localguylocalguy
ParticipantI will bite…. our highest bill during a hot spell was $279.00. Our highest bill during a cold spell was $190.00. Sunny88 hit the nail on the head…bigger house/lot will equal bigger bills. It is what it is. These are all factors that a home buyer will need to factor in. By the way, there is a beautiful breeze up here that we really enjoy. The natural cooling effects are a benefit.
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