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Many people underestimate the length of time it takes to complete a garden makeover. Even a smaller garden could take a while. You could be looking at a minimum of four months from the first estimate to the completed project. The four months are broken down into approximately four weeks for design, 2-3 weeks where our contractors prepare the garden, about six weeks waiting time and another four weeks building time. 

For this reason, booking your estimate and getting your design done early is very important. You should be talking to a landscaper in autumn, at the very latest, Easter, if you want a beautiful garden by summer. Remember, it's a minimum of four months. 

Our goal is to deliver on our clients' needs. If you want just a portion of your garden landscaped, Authentic Homescapes will create the perfect design that suits your space. However, we recommend that you go large and hard on the details to make a bold statement. After all, Authentic Homescapes has a wide range of landscaping designs for you to choose from. We are more than happy to help you choose from our wide catalogue of modern, rustic, or sleek designs. Most clients love contemporary designs, and the materials used for such designs are also easily available – concrete, metal, mirrors, polished walls and painted wood, to name just a few.

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Outdoor lighting is one of our areas of expertise. From simple designs that take a few hours to complete, to more technical ones that must take longer, Authentic Homescapes has, for a long time, installed beautiful outdoor lighting designs for both residential and commercial clients. 

You want to know the cost of garden lighting if you are planning an upgrade. After all, lighting is more than just about beauty; it is extremely important in any garden. Many factors affect the cost of garden lighting, so it's a little hard to give an exact figure without prior knowledge of your specific needs and requirements. 

You will have to spend more money if you want a complex design and less if you want a simple design. The price range for a small patio, for example – buying the lights, design and installation – could be approximately $800-1,400, a large garden could cost you from $3,000-$5,500, and high-end gardens that include decorative pieces, multiple zones and in-ground lighting could easily cost $30,000 - $90,000. The best way to know your garden lighting costs is to call Authentic Homescapes and book a free estimate today.

Goldfish and other smaller fish species don't need a deep pond. Koi, on the other hand, requires a deeper pond to thrive. A shallow pond of at least 1ft can house small fish, but 2-3ft is the ideal depth that provides an optimal environment for aquatic life. 

Climate is also another huge part when it comes to pond depth. Will your pond freeze in winter or boil up in summer? The level of maintenance required on a shallow pond is another factor to consider. Do you want water plants? Will you need water circulation? All these questions and many others not mentioned here are valid, so the best way to get all the details is making that call to talk to Authentic Homescapes’ pond experts.

Maintenance services depend on the specifics of your pond. They are beautiful additions to any landscape but can quickly become an eyesore when neglected. Either way, regular maintenance and cleaning is good for any pond. You can have your small, decorative pond cleaned once a year. If you have a bigger pond with a complex ecosystem including plants and fish, you may want to clean it fortnightly or monthly.