Landscaping increases property market value. A recent study estimates that an attractive landscape increases the value of a home by an average of 7.5% and reduces the time on the market by five to six weeks. The Wall Street Journal reported that landscape investments are recovered fully, and sometimes doubled, by the increased home value, and is the “single most important home improvement” a homeowner can make.

Plants improve air quality. One tree can remove 26 pounds of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere annually. Landscape vegetation removes smoke, dust, and other pollutants.

One hectare of forest has the ability to remove 13 tons of particles and gases annually.

Environmental Benefits of Landscaping:

• Landscaping lowers summer temperatures.
• Landscaping conserves natural resources.
• Landscaping screens busy streets.
• Plants protect water quality.
• Proper landscaping reduces soil erosion.

Good landscaping increases community appeal, while promoting economic development.

Landscaping is an integral part of our culture and plays an essential role in the quality of our environment, affecting our economic well-being and our physical and psychological health. It is one of the most cost effective tools for improving and sustaining the quality of life, whether in the city, suburbs, or the country.

For many people, landscaping is a means of self expression. More than any other feature of your house, your yard tells the outside world who you are. The landscape is the first and last thing people see when visiting your home, and gives a casual passerby their only view of you and your lifestyle. Call Alternative Landscaping for a free consultation on how to get some curb appeal and showcase your property in SCS. 586-774-7777