Hardscaping Articles

If the end of summer and beginning of fall has you thinking of heading indoors, don’t forget about all the time you still have to plan and install hardscape elements to enhance your yard.  In fact, fall is the perfect time, whether you are hiring a contractor or going it alone, to do some long-awaited…

As the summer draws to a close and temps finally look like they’ll begin to cool down a bit in the Northeast, schedules and priorities inevitably seem to change for most people.  While the last few months offered a respite from the typical daily grind, with weekends spent relaxing in the sun, this time  of…

If you are one of the lucky homeowners that already have an outdoor kitchen installed in your backyard, you’ve likely been enjoying your exterior amenity all summer long.  However, even though the season is soon winding to a close, there is no reason to think that you need to head indoors to cook and dine…

Heavy downpours and torrential rains are a common occurrence during summer months, as heat and humidity build and storms roll in from across the country.  When so much water falls in a short period of time, it can exacerbate any potential drainage problems on your property, making existing issues worse or simply drawing your attention…

Patios are one of the most versatile and well-used amenities added to residential homes throughout the Northeast.  With so many options available when it comes to the design, size, shape and materials used, the sky is virtually the limit when creating an outdoor entertaining space that not only provides the functionality you desire, but also…

While we all love the opportunity to spend more time outdoors during the summer because the sun is bright and the air is warm, there’s almost nothing more enjoyable than remaining outdoors in your own backyard in the evenings when temperatures start to cool.  This is especially true if you have an outdoor fireplace in…

Summer brings with it many enjoyable moments, but one that many homeowners in the Northeast especially enjoy is the opportunity to eat outdoors while taking advantage of warmer temperatures.  Not only is eating outdoors a coveted summer activity, but being able to cook outdoors is a big bonus.  While most of us use our grill…

When most people think of landscaping, they think of the grass and the trees, and of course, the beds filled with colorful flowers and bushes.  No matter how beautiful all of these elements may be, there is almost nothing that adds to the enjoyment of your property more than hardscape elements that have been well…

Homeowners in the Northeast are staying put and investing in the appreciation of their homes in more ways than one.  Keeping your home updated will certainly help retain its monetary value, but will also improve the likelihood that you can relish enjoyable nights spent right at home. Many weekend warriors have spent countless hours, months…

Home entertaining has become the chic way to get together with family and friends in this new millennium.  Schedules have become more hectic, restaurant prices have risen and homeowners are choosing to spend more time at home enjoying the fruits of their labor.  It is sometimes hard to spend quality time with the ones you…

As the summer approaches, residents of the Northeast look forward to sunny afternoons spent entertaining family and friends while relaxing in the backyard.  Of course, a summer party is not a party without great food and cool spirits.  The best way to keep your company outdoors on a beautiful day and not miss any of…

Have you ever gone to a great backyard party and wondered what it was that made the party so great?   Of course the guests, food and a lovely host all play an integral part, but most likely it was the music.  The setting and flow provided by the outdoor entertainment areas, together with the right…