Landscaping Makes Cents: Smart Investments that Increase Your Property Value [Paperback]

Richard L. Dubé (Author), Frederick C. Campbell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 3, 1997

A complete guide to adding substantial value and beauty to a home through careful landscape design.

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The promotional materials that came with this book said, "Surprisingly, money DOES grow on trees!" I've seen a lot of gardening how-to books over the years, and this is one of the first to approach the topic not only from an aesthetic or problem solving point of view, but also from an economic one. The book was interesting and eye-opening and it will certainly be helpful to landscapers, architects, and, most specifically, homeowners. It is well thought out, clearly illustrated, and easy to follow; the information will help people to avoid common errors while giving them ideas for how to landscape with an eye to increasing value.

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The authors, owners of landscape design companies, offer instructions on increasing the resale value of a home through landscaping. The first section explores the perceived value of landscaping, showing ways to increase the home's property value. The second section takes the reader step-by-step through the process of setting a realistic budget and how best to invest in walls, fences, patios, walks, arbors, decks, trees, shrubs, flowers, groundcovers, and lawns. The book's third section tells readers how to choose a qualified landscape contractor, what questions to ask, and how to negotiate a contract. There are 175 black-and-white line drawings. George Cohen

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Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC (January 3, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0882669486
• ISBN-13: 978-0882669489
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #615,590 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This review is from: Landscaping Makes Cents: Smart Investments that Increase Your Property Value (Paperback)

This book was great. I originally checked it out at the library,and was too busy to read it. When I went to return it,I discovered that I lost it. After ordering a replacement book from amazon, I did read it- and it was great. Super-great. It was easy to read and had simple steps to make my yard more beautiful for me, and for the re-sale of my home.Lots of ideas and loads of details that even a beginner can do. Buy this book. You won't regret it.