Landscape construction is seasonal, but if you do it right, you can make this work to your advantage. As landscape design—at least when done right—takes time, one of the best periods to start these projects is winter. Today, we’re going to make the case that you should consult your landscape contractor now to start landscape design, so next year, once the ground thaws, you can jump right into construction and be ready by summer for use. Continue reading Start Landscape Design Now for Construction Next Year
Start Landscape Design Now for Construction Next Year
Landscape construction is seasonal, but if you do it right, you can make this work to your advantage. As landscape design—at least when done right—takes time, one of the best periods to start these projects is winter. Today, we’re going to make the case that you should consult your landscape contractor now to start landscape design, so next year, once the ground thaws, you can jump right into construction and be ready by summer for use. Continue reading Start Landscape Design Now for Construction Next Year
We all know it’s coming: the messy slush, dangerous ice, heavy snow, whipping winds, below-freezing temperatures, and all kinds of other challenges that come with a New England winter are inevitable. Get ahead of the headaches these can cause for your residential and commercial property by adequately preparing for the season. Not sure where to get started? Keep reading for our winter storm preparation advice.
Those who’ve had them installed know sprinkler systems are no small investment. That’s why properly maintaining them throughout the year is key to protecting your investment and saving you money on repairs down the road. A crucial part of this routine maintenance and seasonal care is the winterization process. Let’s break down why it’s necessary to winterize your sprinkler system.
In the fall, we prepare our yards to stay dormant throughout the cold months. The winter blankets our properties with cold, white snow, making landscape and lawn care options restricted. Although we cannot do as much, there are still landscaping possibilities throughout the winter. Here are some options on how you can 
As all New England knows, the winter is harsh. Preparing your hardscape is an important task to add to your fall cleaning. Without the proper preparation, your new patio, outdoor kitchen, and other 
When the ground freezes, so can your irrigation system. From sprinkler heads to in-ground pipes, when irrigation components freeze, any remaining water inside can freeze too. Forgot to perform winterization on your irrigation systems? This can cost you as that water expands when freezing into ice, warping and cracking your pipes and sprinkler heads. Below we look at the two most common issues on irrigation systems after winter, and what it takes to solve them. 
Autumn is quickly ending, and with it much of your landscape is going to be getting ready for the long winter. However, it’s important to help the parts of your landscape get ready for winter. Not only will this result in a landscape that will spring up faster after the thaw, but it will also result in fewer casualties to your landscape’s various plants once winter releases them. 
Winter isn’t a time for your lawn to shine. Even after you’ve raked up all the leaves (or