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Can you give me a good start for the price range of this project?

8 years ago

My husband and I want to do something very similar, and I'd just like to get a realistic price range for this landscaping and pool. Our house is similarly shaped, and we'd also like a deck (we don't need the seasoned porch part). Thanks!

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8 years ago
This pool and landscape project would run between 350k and 500k.
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