Slower Winter Schedules Give Homeowners More Time With Contractors Before Construction
Reinholds, United States – April 19, 2026 / A Plus Landscaping /
Reinholds, PA – Homeowners across Central Pennsylvania are increasingly scheduling outdoor living projects during winter and early spring, rather than waiting until late spring when contractor availability tightens and completion dates push into fall, according to A Plus Landscaping.
The family-owned design-build contractor based in Reinholds has observed a shift in booking patterns, with more families reserving custom pools, paver patios, and outdoor living spaces several months in advance to ensure the work is finished before summer arrives.
“More people are calling us in January and early February instead of waiting until April or May,” said Marcus Waldner, founder of A Plus Landscaping. “You want a pool or patio ready by Fourth of July? You can’t start planning in spring.”
Holiday Gatherings Prompt Backyard Planning
A notable share of those early inquiries come from homeowners who hosted family during the holiday season and recognized a desire for more time together throughout the year.
“People had everyone over for Thanksgiving or Christmas – kids, grandkids, the whole family – and it reminded them how much they value having everyone together,” Waldner said. “Then they look at their backyard and think, ‘If we had a pool or a patio, they’d want to come over all summer. Right now, there’s nothing out there for them.’“
For many families, the holidays also highlighted how much the household has grown over the years. The goal becomes building an outdoor space that draws relatives back not just for a single winter weekend, but consistently throughout the warmer months.
Project Timelines and Seasonal Demand
Outdoor construction projects require multiple phases before any physical work begins. Homeowners must finalize designs, choose materials, and navigate the permitting process. Builds that incorporate custom pools or paver patios also demand careful sequencing across excavation, installation, and finishing stages.
Beginning the planning process in winter gives families the opportunity to work through the design phase without time pressure. They can evaluate layout options, ask detailed questions about materials, and request revisions before a single shovel enters the ground. Contractor schedules during slower months also allow for more thorough consultations and fewer decisions made in haste.
Homeowners who delay until spring often encounter full contractor calendars and project timelines ranging from 8 to 12 weeks, frequently resulting in completion dates that land in late summer or early fall. Those who initiate planning in January or February are better positioned to secure a finished outdoor space in time for the season they intend to use it.
About A Plus Landscaping
A Plus Landscaping is a family-owned design-build contractor based in Reinholds, PA. The company specializes in custom pools, paver patios, and outdoor living spaces for homeowners across Central Pennsylvania. Located at 85 Creamery Rd, Reinholds, PA 17569.
Contact Information
A Plus Landscaping
Address: 85 Creamery Rd, Reinholds, PA 17569
Phone: (717) 335-1690
Email: info@apluslandscaping.com
Contact Information:
A Plus Landscaping
85 Creamery Rd
Reinholds
Reinholds, Philadelphia 17569
United States
Joe Esh
+1-717-335-1690
https://apluslandscaping.com
