Frequently Asked Questions
What services do you offer?
3D Landscape design
Concrete curbing
Concrete pads
Paver patios/walkways
Fire pits
Driplines
Irrigation
Sod/rock/bark/soil removal and installation
Plant planning/installation/care guides
Permanent whole home LED track lighting
Landscape lighting
Patio lighting
$800 minimum on curbing / $2000 minimum on landscaping / $2000 minimum on lighting
What styles of curbing do you offer?
Many curbing shapes and features are available to best compliment your landscaping, including: square, slant, mow edge, stamping, coloring, and our Smitty’s signature stone carved curbing made to look like natural stone. See style examples.
Does curbing really reduce trimming and edging time?
It absolutely does! Installing curbing can reduce your time spent with the weed wacker by 60% or more.
How much does curbing cost?
Curbing $6-7.5 per foot
Add Stamping for $2.25 per foot
Add Coloring for $1.75 per foot
Smitty’s Signature Stone Carved Curb for $14 per foot
How do I get an estimate?
Schedule your free estimate online. Select a time that works for you and we’ll see you soon!
How long do the services take?
Most curbing jobs can be completed in a ½ or full day. If you’re looking for a transformation with curbing and landscape work, we’ll develop a schedule together, but most jobs will be completed within a week.
Do I need to be home for services?
You should be home for your estimate appointment. You’re welcome to be home or available by phone during your scheduled services. If you’re not available to be at the home, we’ll communicate our access needs in advance.
Is there anything I need to do before you arrive?
Just make sure the sprinklers are turned off the day of your curbing install appointment - that’s it!
Is there anything I need to do after curbing is done?
We’ll take care of site cleanup!
Keep pets and kids away from curbing for 24 hours.
Leave sprinkler systems off for 24 hours.
Wait 3-4 days to do lawn maintenance.
How long will the curbing take to dry?
Your curbing will set in 24-48 hours, but it can take up to a week for curbing to dry completely.
Will curbing crack?
With proper care, your curbing will last for many years. All concrete can crack over time, which is why we place control joints throughout the curbing. Control joints are intended to help control where cracking may occur amidst weather and ground changes.
Tree roots have caused significant cracks in my old curbing. What should I do?
We suggest replacing the curb. Tree roots cause the most noticeable damage to curbing. This is why we create tree rings with at least a 6 ft diameter, when possible.
Will curbing fade?
Natural concrete will fade minimally. Colored concrete has more noticeable fading over time, but will last for many years with proper care. We recommend re-sealing colored curbing every 2 years.
How can I best care for curbing?
Avoid taking heavy machinery over the curb.
Avoid using salts or other deicing chemicals on the curb.
Re-seal colored curbing at every 2 years.
What is JellyFish Lighting?
JellyFish Lighting are permanent LED lights, custom made to match your home exterior. The all-in-one system gives you stunning nightly accent lighting that mimics recessed can lighting, with the option to customize colors and patterns at the push of a button for your favorite holidays and parties.
What is the cost per foot for home accent lighting?
JellyFish Lighting cost $25-30 per linear foot installed, plus $640 for the controller. The price per foot is based on time of year, location, and difficulty.
Where are the lights installed?
The lights are installed to the outer part of the soffit, behind the fascia or trim.
Can I make my own lighting patterns?
Absolutely! Your lights are completely customizable with over 16 million colors and 20 effects. To make it easy for the average user, we have 102 preset patterns.
Can the lights be put on timers?
Yes, you can save nightly & weekly timers and calendar events for holidays and other special occasions. The app is connected to weather.com, so you can even set timers from sunset to sunrise.
How long will the JellyFish Lighting System last?
JellyFish Lighting System is a sturdy outdoor rated LED lighting system rated for 22,000 hours which equates to over 10 years of regular use.
What is the warranty for JellyFish Lighting?
We have a 10 year warranty on JellyFish Lighting systems when you install with us.
Can I control the front of my home separately from the back?
Yes, you can turn on certain sections of lights or have different patterns in different areas through the zoning feature of the app.
Do I have to upgrade my hardware to get new features?
With the P2 system, controller updates are sent to your email with instructions on how to update your firmware. App updates will happen through your device’s app store.
Where are the lighting controller and power supplies installed?
The controller and any additional power supplies are installed indoors, typically on a wall in your garage safe from the elements. They plug into an outlet. One controller can power up to 300 ft depending on the wiring. From there, we run low voltage wire from your garage to the soffit of the first section of roofing with all connecting wires hidden.
Are the lights replaceable?
Yes. They are!
How long does installation take?
Installs typically take 1/2 day to 2 days, depending on the number of feet.
How much electricity does the system use?
The lights use less than one watt of power for even the brightest color settings. The controller pulls about 1.1 amps of electricity per 100 feet. Customers have reported virtually no noticeable impact to their power bill.
Are the lights dimmable?
Yes! They can also be customized to match the color of your existing exterior lighting.