Design & Build

At Caliper Farms, our design philosophy is based on three intertwined elements:

LAND | STRUCTURES | LIFESTYLE

We pay attention to all three to produce a design that will gracefully mature over time.

Step 1: Consultation

We always begin the design process with a meeting at your property so we can get to know you, your home and your land. But even before we meet, we’ll try to learn more about you with our Design Questionnaire, which will help us understand your priorities, tastes and lifestyle, and of course your budget.

Once this step is complete, we’ll proceed with your design. We’ll create a schedule, and a design fee will be assessed at this time.

Step 2: Design

Next we’ll collect on site-measurements, sketches and pictures.

This information, along with your answers to the Design Questionnaire and our meeting notes forms the basis for our creative thinking as our designers work to develop a customized, unique approach for your site. At the same time, we’ll determine specifications and complete pricing.

Step 3: Presentation

After the design is complete, we’ll get back together at our office to review it, determine any revisions and agree to preliminary construction schedules. At this point we’ll present you with a construction contract for your signature.

A deposit of 1/3 the contract fee will be required to begin the build phase.

Step 4: Build

Prior to the start of construction, your designer will meet with our production foreman to review all specifications and lay out the job.

Once construction begins the designer stays in touch with you and facilitates communication. Upon completion we’ll set up a walk-through to make sure the work has been carried out to your satisfaction. We’ll expect final payment at this time.

Step 5: CaliperCare™ Long Term Maintenance

Because your completed garden project represents a substantial commitment of time and money, we recommend a comprehensive plan for proper care & maintenance.

Our Caliper Farms Calipercare™ program is the perfect way to ensure the beauty and longevity of your investment.

Testimonials

“ Caliper Farms designed a landscape plan that further enhanced the beauty of our home.

Tom’s attention to detail while working on our pool project was first rate.

Caliper Farms met all of our expectations and we look forward to working with them in the future.”

Y. M. Skillman, N. J.

“We have employed Caliper for the purpose of garden design and maintenance for several years. Our garden, once in disarray now looks clean and elegant. Tom Taylor and his crew are courteous and hard working.

We would recommend them to potential clients looking to receiving exceptional garden services.”

S. & H.

“We have been so pleased with our garden’s face-lift that we are also using Caliper Farms for our pruning, weeding and general lawn and garden maintenance. Our yard and garden have never looked better! John and his crew do a wonderful job.”

S. & L.

“But I must return to the pond!

Tom designed it in such a way that it is the focal point of our yard, yet it can be seen from our living room, kitchen and kitchenette – making it a year round attraction for the family.”

D. B. Belle Mead, N. J.

“I can truly say it’s been an absolute pleasure working with Caliper Farms and Tom as we couldn’t be more satisfied!!! Not to mention their work crews and foreman were superb and some of the hardest workers and professionals I have ever seen. All jobs were performed quickly and to our maximum satisfaction!!!”

V. & J.

“My wife and I want to personally thank you for the beautiful hardscape and landscape design work you did for our property. The bluestone walks and patio area in the front, side and back of the house are grand and exquisitely designed. We especially enjoy the unique design of the back patio with the incorporation of the stone grill built too match the stone on the house.

You did an excellent job of designing a 120 foot long stone wall in the back yard to create an interesting visual look from the back patio.

We are very grateful for your expertise in designing a perfect solution to a difficult elevation change on the garage side of the property. We enjoyed working with you and appreciate the expertise and creativity you demonstrated in designing and building our landscape.”

M. M.Pennington, N. J.

“ I just wanted to tell you that yesterday as Joe and I were sitting in the backyard we commented on how exceptionally attentive you have been to our property this year. You have taken ownership of it as your own and it shows.

Further, as we were sitting there I mentioned to Joe that the only thing more I wanted to do was clear some of the dead branches off the lower parts of our trees. Well, low and behold, this morning there were your men clearing the lower branches of our trees.

Once again, thank you for your attention to what you created as a most wonderful yard.”

L. R. Belle Mead, N. J.

“ When we think of Caliper one word comes to mind, trust.

We trust them to design a wonderful plan.

We trust them to execute it beautifully and we trust them to be there for us year after year to help us create spectacular gardens.

They treat their customers like family.”

W. & D.Belle Mead, N. J.

“From the day I called Caliper Farms, I felt that the staff at Caliper cares almost as much about my garden as I do. Tom came out to walk around our property with us, and took notes on all of our priorities for the garden. The work has been done on time and with attention to detail; the pricing has been fair, with no hidden costs; and Caliper has stood by their guarantee to replace plants that don’t survive the first year. Our garden has never looked better! Thank you, Caliper Farms!”

J. & M.

” The services provided by Caliper Farms were excellent.

From the first visit to discuss the design until the delivery of the landscaping we were provided with customer focused service and with high level craftsmanship skills.

The selection of plants and trees in combination with the layout of a patio has was blended nicely with the wooded area around the house.

Furthermore all timelines were met as agreed in the planning. In conclusion we received superior value for the investment made.”

M. S.Belle Mead, N. J.

”Our experience with Caliper Farms has been exceptional. We have been extremely satisfied with their expert craftsmanship and attention to detail on the job. They transformed our ordinary backyard into a beautiful outdoor living area.

Our jobs have included a comprehensive landscape design, installation of a multi-level patio, sidewalks and stairs, 2 walls, and plantings of trees and shrubs.

We highly recommend their work, from the landscape designers to the construction crews.”

L. J.Skillman, N. J.

“Caliper Farms is an experienced, professional company with Tom Taylor and his exceptional crew working together to create well designed and perfectly executed results.
I highly recommend Caliper Farms for your big or small project!”