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Creating Magnificent Landscapes Across the State From design to construction, Picture Perfect Landscapes has you covered By Jessica Schiffenhaus, photo by Dan Epstein Craig Slaaen at Parkway Lofts in Bloomfield, one of his projects
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ooking for expert landscape design, meticulous attention to detail and super friendly service? Craig Slaaen and his company, Picture Perfect Landscapes, can provide all of that and more. Before starting Picture Perfect Landscapes in 1993, Slaaen majored in landscape design and architecture and became a certified horticulturist. His passion, has cultivated for years. “I’ve been in the landscape industry since I was a kid,” he admits. Picture Perfect Landscapes offers a full range of landscaping services from landscape design to construction, installation and maintenance. The one-stop shop has top-notch resources including computerized landscape design imaging and an inhouse licensed landscape architect. The company services both commercial and residential markets throughout northern and central New Jersey. In addition, its sister company, CTS group, provides outdoor facility maintenance for commercial properties. The company performs other services, including landscape lighting, snow removal, irrigation, hardscaping and even outdoor living spaces. “In June, it’s not too late for planting. However, the summertime is also a good time to do hardscaping. We can even design an outdoor living environment for you from start to finish— everything from the patio to installing appliances and furniture,” said Slaaen, whose company also is a dealer for lawn furniture. “It’s also a great time to get a head start on design plans for post-Labor Day weekend lawn repair, servicing and more.”
Slaaen admits he is a very hands-on owner who is on top of each project, making sure each one exceeds standards—the customer is his first priority. He has this advice on choosing a landscape company. “Choose someone that makes you feel the most comfortable and has your best interest at heart,” said Slaaen. “You need someone willing to spend time with you to go over the project, any and all changes you are looking for and listen to what you want.”
Picture Perfect Landscapes LLC 462 Horseneck Road, Fairfield NJ 973-439-9300 www.pictureperfectlandscape.com pictureperfectlandscapes@gmail.com
May 2017
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