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5 Landscape Design Ideas for Sloped Backyards in the Northbrook and Winnetka, IL Areas

5 Landscape Design Ideas for Sloped Backyards in the Northbrook and Winnetka, IL Areas

Sloped properties present unique challenges as well as unique opportunities for creating amazing outdoor living spaces. These 5 landscape design ideas for sloped backyards in the Northbrook and Winnetka, IL areas will help you take advantage of views, make the most of the available space (and even create more) and even make it easier to care for your landscape.

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Yep. We’re those guys – the guys who’ve always been handy, the guys who love to work with their hands, the guys family, friends, and neighbors have called on for help since, well, since we can remember. Which is why we’re now the guys who turned those talents and passion into a living by starting a family-owned contracting business. Serving the North Shore area and beyond, we specialize in beautifying and caring for residential properties, from installing fine gardens and preparing landscapes for big changes to ensuring the ongoing health of lawns and trees.

Softening Patio Designs in Buffalo Grove, IL, Using These 5 Techniques

Softening Patio Designs in Buffalo Grove, IL, Using These 5 Techniques

As you contemplate patio designs for your Buffalo Grove, IL, home, you may find yourself drawn away from harsh edges. There are ways to soften up the look of a patio space to make it look as appealing as possible—so that you can enjoy it as the relaxing and entertaining spot that it should be.

About the Author

Yep. We’re those guys – the guys who’ve always been handy, the guys who love to work with their hands, the guys family, friends, and neighbors have called on for help since, well, since we can remember. Which is why we’re now the guys who turned those talents and passion into a living by starting a family-owned contracting business. Serving the North Shore area and beyond, we specialize in beautifying and caring for residential properties, from installing fine gardens and preparing landscapes for big changes to ensuring the ongoing health of lawns and trees.

How Professionals Clean Patio Pavers in Winnetka, IL

How Professionals Clean Patio Pavers in Winnetka, IL

As you contemplate what your Winnetka, IL, landscape needs so that you can get the most out of it—whether it’s time for a new patio or an inviting walkway, you’re probably wondering how involved it will be to keep your new patio pavers looking their best. Fortunately, your patio should and will be a place to relax and find comfort or host and entertain family and friends. High-quality patio pavers do not require much in the way of cleaning. Discoloration or cloudiness could be a sign that the quality of the materials or the installation were not up to par. Know what the professionals do to keep pavers clean as you sit back and enjoy your outdoor living space.

About the Author

Yep. We’re those guys – the guys who’ve always been handy, the guys who love to work with their hands, the guys family, friends, and neighbors have called on for help since, well, since we can remember. Which is why we’re now the guys who turned those talents and passion into a living by starting a family-owned contracting business. Serving the North Shore area and beyond, we specialize in beautifying and caring for residential properties, from installing fine gardens and preparing landscapes for big changes to ensuring the ongoing health of lawns and trees.

4 Ways to Use Outdoor Lighting to Increase the Safety of Your Wilmette, IL, home

4 Ways to Use Outdoor Lighting to Increase the Safety of Your Wilmette, IL, home

Outdoor lighting provides more than just economic and aesthetic value to your Wilmette, IL, home. In fact, using the right outdoor lighting, in the proper places, can help increase the safety around where you live. As you, your loved ones, and guests traverse your outdoor areas, you can rest assured that you are providing everyone with adequate protections form potential hazards when they can see where they are going. Not only are you protecting them; you are also protecting yourself from the subsequent liability of impending injuries. Additionally, outdoor lighting can be used to deter wildlife as well as possible criminal activity. Read on for ways to use outdoor lighting to increase the safety of your home.

About the Author

Yep. We’re those guys – the guys who’ve always been handy, the guys who love to work with their hands, the guys family, friends, and neighbors have called on for help since, well, since we can remember. Which is why we’re now the guys who turned those talents and passion into a living by starting a family-owned contracting business. Serving the North Shore area and beyond, we specialize in beautifying and caring for residential properties, from installing fine gardens and preparing landscapes for big changes to ensuring the ongoing health of lawns and trees.

6 Landscape Design Ideas for Your Lake Forest, IL Outdoor Play Area

6 Landscape Design Ideas for Your Lake Forest, IL Outdoor Play Area

Where there is an outdoor play area, there should be an abundance of activity and memories being made. Whether you enjoy soaking up the sunshine, playing with the kids, or entertaining, the setting you do so in will play a large role in whether or not you are getting the most out of your space. A place that is both beautiful and functional, as well as enhancing the quality of your time spent there. Read on for some landscape design ideas for your Lake Forest, IL outdoor play area.

About the Author

Yep. We’re those guys – the guys who’ve always been handy, the guys who love to work with their hands, the guys family, friends, and neighbors have called on for help since, well, since we can remember. Which is why we’re now the guys who turned those talents and passion into a living by starting a family-owned contracting business. Serving the North Shore area and beyond, we specialize in beautifying and caring for residential properties, from installing fine gardens and preparing landscapes for big changes to ensuring the ongoing health of lawns and trees.