See Our Blog Posts Below:

Patio Installation - When Can the Patio Go In?

Posted by John Tighe on Fri, Mar 16, 2012 @ 03:31 PM

Spring fever makes grass grow and your dreams of outdoor living thrive . This is the year for that stone patio you've always wanted. But how long do you need to wait before booking the install? It's one of the most common questions asked at this time of year - when can the patio go in?

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Tags: patios, winter hardscapes, patio installation, walkway

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

How Your Landscaping Hardscaping Behaves in Winter

Posted by John Tighe on Wed, Feb 15, 2012 @ 07:54 PM

Here in the Boston area you need to keep an eye on your hardscaping features - things like stone patios, walkways, wood deck and retaining walls - winter through harsh cold and extreme conditions from November to February and sometimes beyond. What should you expect from these elements of your yard over the winter? And how can you help them to remain durable without resorting to back breaking maintenance?

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Tags: stone walls, winter hardscapes