Just as many people neglect the last gardening task of the year before the snow falls, many homeowners forget to get their lawns ready for winter. Most have already put the lawnmower away to make room for the snowblower! But preparing your lawn for winter is an important task.
While mass.gov covers everything you can possible want to know about waste, recycling, and renting dumpsters, here are the key points you should be aware of.
Whether you’re putting something up or tearing it down, the hazardous materials used and discovered can prove a threat to yourselves, your neighbors, and the surrounding ecosystem if not properly contained and disposed of. This is especially true in demolitions, as both old and damaged buildings have a much higher chance of containing materials that are hazardous.
Many people inaccurately believe spring is the only time you should plant trees. But that’s just not true! Fall is an excellent time for planting a new tree or two as well.
You either spent time or money this past spring and summer caring for the plants in your garden and making the beds look good. But many people neglect the last gardening task of the year before the snow falls: preparing perennials for winter.
Adding landscape lighting to your property can make it inviting while increasing its safety. However, there are many lighting types and design techniques that can make the choices a bit overwhelming.
Using boulders in your landscape design is risky. If you don’t use them right, they can look weird and out of place. But if used correctly, they can make your landscape the envy of the neighborhood. Read on and we’ll show you how to mitigate the risk and help you use boulders the right way.
There are many benefits to fall garden planting and landscape construction projects. Besides being better for the plant, it may also be better for you. Find out why you should plan and plant your fall garden now.
Whether you’re digging up the ground for a construction project or merely clearing stumps and rocks, excavation services are needed. Read on to learn how excavation is involved in the following four examples.
A paver patio is constructed with a type of stone made from a dry concrete mix containing cement, sand, gravel and pigments. The individual pieces are interlocked to form the surface of the patio.
Building a simple path in your yard is an easy and relatively inexpensive way to add character, functionality and charm to your landscaping. Whether to help keep traffic off of your lawn, or just to change the look of your garden area, a walkway makes an excellent accent to any home or garden.
A retaining wall protects foundations by preventing the loss of supporting soil or pressure from accumulation of sliding soil. Adding a retaining wall improves the look and property value of your home.