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\ud83e\udeb4 Yard Glow-Up: Starter Edition<\/h2>\n
$10K\u2013$20K \u00b7 \u22481 week<\/strong><\/p>\n Pro Detail:<\/strong> You approve a materials list<\/strong> (plant varieties, sod type, mulch) before day one.<\/p>\n Timeline:<\/strong> Start in 1\u20132 weeks<\/strong> after contract & materials sign-off; 5\u201310 working days<\/strong> on site.<\/p>\n Save a Bit:<\/strong> Choose 1-gallon plants<\/strong>\u2014cheaper now, slower to fill in (and yes, more weeding early on).<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \ud83d\ude02 Your Call:<\/strong> What do you think of this price range?<\/p>\n One tap opens your email with the vote prefilled. Just hit send.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n <\/p>\n $25K\u2013$60K \u00b7 \u22483\u20136 weeks<\/strong><\/p>\n Pro Detail:<\/strong> Homeowner signs off<\/strong> on stone, fixtures, and plant palette. No last-minute swaps.<\/p>\n Timeline:<\/strong> Start in 2\u20134 weeks<\/strong>. Sequenced crews (grading \u2192 hardscape \u2192 planting \u2192 lighting) keep momentum.<\/p>\n Warranty:<\/strong> Typically 1-year on irrigation\/lighting; follow-up visit to adjust timers & output.<\/p>\n Save a Bit:<\/strong> Phase the project<\/strong>\u2014finish irrigation\/soil this season; add patio & lighting next season.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \ud83d\ude02 Your Call:<\/strong> What do you think of this price range?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n $75K\u2013$150K+ \u00b7 \u22488\u201312+ weeks<\/strong><\/p>\n Pro Detail:<\/strong> Materials list to the last boulder & uplight<\/strong> approved before ordering.<\/p>\n Timeline:<\/strong> Start in 4\u20136 weeks<\/strong> after design approval\/permits; managed like a jobsite.<\/p>\n Warranty:<\/strong> 1\u20135 years on hardscape & workmanship; company returns for punch-list and seasonal tune-ups.<\/p>\n Save a Bit:<\/strong> Choose younger trees<\/strong>\u2014often healthier long-term and far less expensive.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \ud83d\ude02 Your Call:<\/strong> What do you think of this price range?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If it isn\u2019t in writing, it isn\u2019t real.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/section>\n <\/p>\n Vote by replying to the newsletter with your picks (e.g., \u201cStarter: 2, Sweet Spot: 2, Estate: 1\u201d). I\u2019ll share results next week.<\/p>\n Bonus points if you include your city.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n <\/p>\n Hire a pro landscaper you\u2019d recommend? Send me a quick note. This goes straight to frank@contracostalive.com<\/strong> \u2014 not published unless you say so. This is just between us unless you say otherwise. If you\u2019d like, we\u2019ll proudly feature your comments in SPOTLIGHT \u2014 but only with your permission.<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \n \u2709\ufe0f Send a quick email instead<\/a>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n
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\ud83c\udf33 The Sweet Spot<\/h2>\n
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\ud83c\udfe1 Estate Mode<\/h2>\n
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\ud83d\udee1 Safety & Protection (What You Should Demand)<\/h3>\n
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Reader\u2019s Corner<\/h3>\n
\ud83d\ude4c Contractor Shout-Out (Optional)<\/h3>\n