Answer
Do I pay a deposit for garden work?
Staged payments are normal: a deposit, then payments tied to progress, agreed in writing.
In short
Staged payments are normal for landscaping: a deposit to secure the slot and order materials, then payments tied to progress, with the terms agreed in writing up front. Be wary of anyone wanting a large sum entirely in advance. We agree clear, fair terms before starting.
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