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How to fix a retaining wall
You notice it slowly. A concrete face that no longer sits straight. Blocks that seem…
How to build a stone retaining wall
You look at a sloped yard and think about soil that keeps slipping after a…
Is uphill neighbor responsible for retaining wall
Disputes between adjoining parcels often start quietly. You notice soil shifting, cracks near a garden…
If you have ever gone house hunting before, you are probably aware that curb appeal is critical when it comes to first impressions. Beyond the “wow factor,” well-executed landscaping can…
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As a Calgary homeowner, you've spent an abundant amount of time and effort designing the interior of your home. Now, the time has come to focus on the exterior. You've…
Read moreLandscaping companies in Calgary Have to deal with a very tough problem, the problem of contrasts. Calgary’s scenery cycles through; stark white monochrome winter, a dull yellow/brown spring melt palette,…
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There aren't many things that conjure up pictures of great summer nights like that of friends and family drinking beers and eating barbecue on a deck as the sun takes…
Read moreWith the end of summer and the 2018 landscaping season coming to a fast close in the next couple months, we wanted to take a moment to review some “winterizing”…
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Gardening season is among us and thus far we have had a wonderful balance of rain and sun. Our lawns look hearty and the plants are in full bloom but…
Read moreIn today's fast-paced lifestyles long gone are the days of taking weekends to mow and tend to the yard. Today it's much simpler to create a space to entertain versus…
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Oh, how we have forgotten to stay in touch with the one we call Mother Nature and for a few short months we get our big break some warmer weather,…
Read moreWhen it comes to landscape design there are many factors that should be considered. While we may think landscaping is simple, there are a lot of details that need to…
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Covid-19 has more and more of us spending time outdoors working on our gardens and other outdoor projects. There is no better time than now to spruce up your outdoor…
Read moreMore than ever before we are enjoying time in our outdoor spaces this year and for many of us it is quickly becoming the summer of the backyard and front…
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Over the past few years, the internet has become an excellent resource to seek out local trades and businesses; through Google and media outlet searches you can compare and contrast…
Read moreYou are in the market to get some landscaping services but you’re having trouble understanding where to begin. While online research is an important part of finding a quality landscaper,…
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Welcome to the gateway of transforming your home's exterior into a picturesque haven with the Yard Landscape Ideas in 2024. Small front yards, often overlooked. They hold immense potential to…
Read moreI’ve had clients ask me whether putting up a vertical support structure in their yard triggers any kind of official approval. I sometimes hesitate because the answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. It…
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You might be thinking about adding a low barrier that shapes your yard a bit and keeps soil from shifting. I have seen many Calgary homeowners try this on their…
Read moreI have seen quite a few timber barriers around Calgary shift or sag after long seasons of moisture and thaw. You might notice small gaps or sections that lean a…
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I have worked on several Calgary projects with Sungreen Landscaping Inc, and I keep noticing the same thing. People want clear numbers for the materials they plan to use in…
Read morePeople often ask how sturdy ground-holding features behave over time, and I catch myself thinking about projects I have seen around Calgary. Some of them stay in place for decades,…
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I have seen yards in Calgary shift after long rain, and I think many homeowners feel unsure about dealing with soil that keeps moving. A solid barrier can make the…
Read moreSome yards look fine until gravity gets involved. A raised section holds for a while, then soil starts creeping after heavy rain or spring melt. You might notice gaps near…
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I sometimes notice people hesitate before starting a project like this. The scale feels larger than it is, at least at first. You look at the slope, the soil, the…
Read moreWhen considering a method to hold back soil on a sloped property, installing a solid masonry structure can make a noticeable difference. It involves planning, some heavy work, and attention…
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If you work with concrete units that hold back soil, sooner or later you face the same moment. One piece does not fit. The line is off. The curve feels…
Read moreSome residential yards in Calgary feel hard to read at first glance. The ground drops fast, sometimes right after the back door. You might stand there and pause, unsure where…
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Soil control features around Calgary homes take a lot of pressure. Spring melt, sudden rain, freeze and thaw, all of it adds up. At some point a concrete or block…
Read moreSloped ground looks harmless until it shifts. Many Calgary homeowners notice it after a wet spring or a fast snowmelt. Soil creeps forward. Edges soften. Patios settle a little lower…
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If you plan a yard project with stacked stone units, one question shows up early. You want to know the mass of each piece before anything moves. It sounds basic,…
Read moreYou stand in your yard after a heavy rain and notice soil sliding a bit. Not dramatic, just enough to catch your eye. Does Your Property Require Soil Support Structures…
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You might notice it after a wet spring or a heavy freeze. The ground above a raised section shifts a little. A crack shows up where there was none last…
Read moreYou might have seen soil held back by stacked cement mixes wrapped in paper sacks. They show up around sloped yards, alley edges, and older Calgary homes. At first glance,…
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You notice it when soil starts to shift, maybe after spring melt or a heavy rain. The ground moves, patios tilt, fences lean. At that point, you start looking for…
Read moreYou notice cracks, leaning sections, or stone pieces shifting after a long Calgary winter. At first, it feels minor. Maybe it can wait. Then spring melt hits, water pushes through…
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If you own a yard with a raised section of soil, you have probably wondered what happens if that structure fails. It is not always obvious where responsibility starts or…
Read moreIf you live in Calgary, you have probably seen timber or block structures holding back soil that no longer look right. Leaning sections, cracked units, gaps where earth slips through.…
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You walk past the stacked stone holding back soil along your yard and something catches your eye. Colour looks uneven. Dark lines show near the base. This happens a lot…
Read moreDisputes between adjoining parcels often start quietly. You notice soil shifting, cracks near a garden edge, or a slope that no longer feels stable. I have seen this happen around…
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You look at a sloped yard and think about soil that keeps slipping after a wet spring. I have had that thought too, standing in a Calgary backyard, boots muddy,…
Read moreYou notice it slowly. A concrete face that no longer sits straight. Blocks that seem to creep forward after spring melt. In Calgary, freeze and thaw have a way of…
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