Tips and Tricks
Answering Your Lawn Care Questions
We are answering our most common questions about our lawn care services. What height do you cut the grass at?Cut all lawn areas to a height of approx. 3.5 inches every 7-10 days as needed, four reasons that we do this are as follows. The grass blade is the food...
Your Questions About Paver Installation
We are answering your most asked questions about paver patios and walkways. First, lets talk about our process when install pavers: Paver projects will be completed in 4 phases: Phase I: Excavate and remove all loose materials to a depth of up to 12''. This provides...
Landscape Lighting 101
These aren’t your typical plastic solar lights. We are talking some real fire power. One of the last things you think about when setting up your landscaping, if at all, is lighting. It doesn’t need to cost a lot, but a simple addition of some strategic lights can...
Decks vs. Patios: Which is right for your home?
One of the most common questions we hear is “what is a better resale value for my home, a deck or a patio?”. We see a ton of folks that are sick of staining and varnishing a wooden deck, and are looking at other options. Most of the time the paver patio will be...
Patio Pitfalls
Whether you are doing it yourself or working with a professional these are things to consider when installing a new patio. The right way is not the easiest, but if you want your new patio to last a lifetime you need to do things correctly. Call 811 before you...
Our Dirty Secret
Many DIYers are eager to make an improvement to their property. It is important to understand what all goes into a project. Not many people know that we have a ton of equipment to help out with the excavating at the beginning of your projects. We can help with...
Fall Lawn Care Checklist
Just when you get through the busy yard working season, you may think you are out of the woods and all the work is done, bring on the snow. If you have this mentality you are missing a crucial step in lawn care, fall clean up and maintenance. The most important thing...
Rock Or Mulch: The Pros And Cons Of Each
Landscaping projects are all about choices. Find plants and flowers that grow well in the climate zone you live in. Do you want plants that will grow and create privacy, or plants and flowers that will smell nice and bloom all year round? What about trees? What types...
Functional vs. Fictional Landscape Series: Part 1
Social media and the internet are great for getting landscaping ideas, but what happens if those ideas exceed your budget? Here are 3 tips to help you create and enjoy the backyard you always wanted.
Basic Lawn Care for the Lazy Homeowner
Taking care of a lawn is a necessary chore if you own a home, so what do you do if you aren’t the type of person who enjoys weekend yard work but still wants to have a healthy, green lawn?
Welcome To The Other Side Of The Fence
Tips for after the snow melts: How to start the season with a healthy lawn
Landscaping Project Budget Killers
It’s possible to have a great outside space without breaking the bank.
6 Questions to Ask Any Contractor
Protect yourself from fraud, and protect your investment with these simple questions.
