See Our Blog Posts Below:

Retain Your Property and Gain Space With Retaining Walls

Posted by John Tighe on Mon, Sep 10, 2012 @ 01:18 PM

Is your yard limited by a slope or hilly area? Retaining walls help to create usable, attractive space by transforming hills into a flat area that's perfect for turf, gardens or even a patio. Gain more space and enhance your backyard with these sturdy outdoor features.

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Tags: landscaping, stone walls, retaining walls

Design Basics for Your Backyard Steps

Posted by John Tighe on Wed, Aug 29, 2012 @ 10:12 AM

Many yards come with a noticeable grade, and backyard steps help to create a safe, convenient path across that grade. Moving from an upper level patio to a lower grassy area or from a walkout deck to the grass, backyard steps come in a range of designs and materials.

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Tags: landscaping, backyard, stone, stone steps

Deciding Between Deciduous and Evergreen Trees on Your Property

Posted by John Tighe on Sat, Aug 11, 2012 @ 02:39 PM

So you want to plant a few trees, but face an overwhelming selection at the garden centre. Should you opt for a deciduous species or plant an evergreen tree? Both types provide benefits and present challenges, although one might serve your purposes better. Think about what you want from your tree before making your choice.

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Tags: landscaping, Deciduous, tree transplant, Evergreen Trees

Eliminate Wasted Water With Smart Controllers

Posted by John Tighe on Mon, Jul 16, 2012 @ 05:43 PM

Manual lawn and garden irrigation often results in wasted water due to run off and over-saturation. Automatic sprinklers help to reduce that issue by distributing the water gently and in a uniform pattern. Smart controllers provide another easy way to reduce the amount of water wasted, saving money and helping to preserve our natural resources.

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Tags: landscaping, landscape care, lawn irrigation

Are Your Walkways Safe When Snow Covered?

Posted by John Tighe on Wed, Feb 22, 2012 @ 09:06 AM

Winter in the Boston area brings many pleasures, and probably just as many pains. One big responsibility that homeowners face is ensuring their property is safe for family and visitors. Are your walkways safe when snow covered? Or is your icy driveway presenting a very serious danger? And when is it time to act, making sure the area is safe to travel across?

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Tags: landscaping, winter hardscapes, safety, walkway