Written in Partnership with Amir BakianMalibu, a South Californian city west of Los Angeles, is well-known for its warm and sunny weather and expansive beaches, stretching around 21 miles along the Pacific coast. It is a popular surfing spot, and the city has been the setting of many movies and TV shows, thanks to its scenic coastline.
With multiple upper-class neighborhoods, many affluent Hollywood celebrities and business executives have purchased properties in the area, mostly as vacation homes for the summer or winter months. This abundance of affluent property owners has created a huge demand for landscaping and property maintenance services, with the market estimated at around $30 million a year.
Most of the properties in the area are second or third homes of affluent individuals and are occupied for just a few months each year, which is why they need not just any landscaper but a service provider that is knowledgeable in maintaining their property in their absence. This involves being skilled in virtually all areas of landscaping, taking care of the property in its entirety, and reacting quickly in case anything unexpected happens.
Malibu Nursery & Landscaping, a family-owned landscaping and property maintenance business, has been operating in Malibu for over 15 years. Using its unique, top-to-bottom approach, it has become one of the most inventive landscape companies in the area, catering to Malibu’s elite, including A-list celebrities, top-flight athletes, and tech billionaires. It specializes in landscape design, softscape installation, and a wide range of property maintenance services, using the latest techniques and advanced equipment.
Malibu Nursery & Landscaping
Catering to high net worth clients is a whole different game compared to mass-market customers. These affluent clients have unique demands that not all landscapers can meet, and they will only let in the most trusted individuals into their properties.
According to Randy Shillington, Founder of Malibu Nursery & Landscaping, he and his team liaise with the clients’ estate managers and work with them closely to conduct repairs and other tasks that other landscapers are unable or unwilling to do. This trust gives them unprecedented access to clients’ properties, and he makes sure that this trust is maintained under all circumstances.
“If there’s an appliance or fixture that needs to be repaired, we will arrange for that, and make sure that the proper people are involved in making the repairs,” Randy says. “We’ve got a high level of trust, which is very important when serving the elite of Malibu. We currently service the top 10% of this important area, and our goal is to serve 100% of the market.”
He adds that another thing that sets Malibu Nursery & Landscaping apart is its excellent communication with clients. Randy, a long-time resident of the Malibu area, knows it like the back of his hand. Furthermore, speaking the same language as clients ensures that instructions are properly understood and any issues regarding the work are clearly communicated between both parties.
“Celebrities and other elite individuals like to keep their circle small,” Randy says. “It takes a great deal to earn their trust enough to hand us the gate codes. They are now so comfortable with us that they assign us to handle anybody new coming in. Clients also solicit our advice on how to keep their property in top shape, thanks to our extensive experience in landscaping.”
This extensive experience has also allowed Randy and his brother Todd, who co-manages the business with him, to co-author a book, titled The Perfect Landscape. This book is a DIY guide for owners to improve their home’s curb appeal. Regardless if the reader is a new homeowner or just dabbling into landscaping for the first time, the book provides them with a simple thought process for coming up with a landscape plan that works for them.
As the premier provider of landscaping and property maintenance in Malibu, Malibu Nursery & Landscaping is constantly looking to expand the breadth of services it provides. According to Randy, the Malibu market holds so much potential for expansion, so his company aims to become a one-stop shop for clients’ property needs.
“There’s a lot more to do under the huge umbrella of landscaping, and we have no plans to rest on our laurels,” Randy says. “Over the years, Malibu Nursery & Landscaping has gained the trust of the city’s property owners through our highly skilled team, excellent communication, and superb level of service. We will continue building on our strengths and elevate our business to a whole new level as the first choice for Malibu’s elite.”
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