Answers to Your Landscaping, Hardscaping & Shoreline Project Questions
Landscapes by Tom offers comprehensive landscaping services including landscape design, landscape installation, hardscaping, irrigation systems, landscape lighting, shoreline landscaping, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and permitting assistance for waterfront projects. We work closely with homeowners to create outdoor spaces that enhance the beauty, functionality, and value of their property.
Yes. We provide professional landscape design services tailored to your property’s unique features, goals, and budget. Whether you’re planning a complete outdoor transformation or updating specific areas of your landscape, we can develop a design that complements your home and lifestyle.
Landscape lighting enhances curb appeal, improves nighttime visibility, increases safety, and allows you to enjoy your outdoor spaces after dark. Lighting can also highlight architectural features, gardens, walkways, and entertainment areas.
Planning ahead is always beneficial. While many landscaping and hardscaping projects are completed during the spring, summer, and fall months, scheduling a consultation early allows more time for design, permitting, material selection, and project planning.
Hardscaping refers to the non-living elements of a landscape, such as patios, walkways, retaining walls, stone steps, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, and other structural features. Hardscaping adds functionality, improves outdoor living spaces, and enhances curb appeal.
Absolutely. We offer complete design-build services, managing your project from the initial consultation and design phase through installation and final completion. This streamlined approach helps ensure consistency, quality, and clear communication throughout the process.
We design and install a variety of hardscape features, including patios, walkways, retaining walls, natural stone elements, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and custom outdoor living spaces. Every project is customized to fit the property’s layout and the homeowner’s vision.
Yes. We design and construct custom outdoor kitchens and fire features that create inviting spaces for entertaining family and friends. We can incorporate seating areas, cooking stations, stonework, and other features to maximize your outdoor enjoyment.
Shoreline landscaping focuses on enhancing and protecting waterfront properties through carefully planned plantings, erosion control measures, and environmentally responsible landscape solutions. These projects often require specialized knowledge and permitting considerations.
Yes. Navigating shoreline regulations can be complex. Our team has experience assisting homeowners with the permitting process and helping ensure projects meet applicable local and state requirements before construction begins.
Permits help ensure that shoreline projects comply with environmental regulations designed to protect water quality, natural habitats, and shoreline stability. Obtaining the proper approvals before work begins can help prevent costly issues and project delays.
We do both. Whether you’re starting from scratch with a new landscape design or improving an existing outdoor space, we can recommend solutions that fit your goals and complement your property’s existing features.
With decades of experience serving New Hampshire homeowners, Landscapes by Tom combines landscape design expertise, quality craftsmanship, and specialized shoreline project knowledge. Our goal is to create beautiful, functional outdoor spaces while delivering exceptional customer service from start to finish.