Posts by Steve Carusone

Hardscaping is the process of adding structures or decorative touches, usually in stone, to your garden or landscape. Hiring an expert to complete your stone wall is better than trying to make it a DIY project. With the right professional help, you get superior results and save the time and backache of doing the work…

Taking care of the yard is a chore that no homeowner can avoid. Whether it is several acres or a small plot of land, lawn maintenance takes time, tools and skill. Many homeowners find that hiring a professional is the best way for them to keep the yard looking clean and tidy. When looking for…

You consider yourself an expert lawn mower. You’ve been caring for your lawn for the past ten or twenty years, after all. Why should you consider letting someone else take over your lawn care when you’ve been doing the job all along? Here are three reasons as to why you might outsource your lawn management…

Are you considering a retaining wall? Retaining walls not only help stabilize the landscape but they provide a beautiful and decorative element. How you choose to build your retaining wall depends on a number of factors. It may depend on your budget, your property boundaries and your current landscaping. Before you make the decision to…

Driving down the road in any neighborhood, you will see some lawns that are emerald green, others that are covered in dead spots, and still other grassy areas that are nearly yellow. How is it that some blades are strong, healthy, and beautiful, while other homeowners have yards filled with trouble lawns that won’t stay…

The foundation of your home is, as one would expect, a vital part of keeping your home together and safe. If there are problems with the foundation, it could cause problems throughout the entire household. One common type of foundation is masonry, although it isn’t the best for every occasion. If you do decide to…

Effective grading and drainage are crucial to landscaping, both in the initial process and in maintaining the land afterward. Well-developed landscape grading not only allows for better development on the surface but also improves soil quality. Conversely, if this is neglected, the result can be damaging to your home, lawn, garden and more. Learn how…

Stone is one of the most versatile materials that can be used in home remodeling. Stone masonry can be used on the exterior of your home or indoors. If you’ve ever gone shopping for stone, you probably noticed the wide array of options that you have. Stone can be used for essentially any project. It’s…

Between work, running the kids from place to place, taking care of the home and all of the other responsibilities you squeeze in between all that, your schedule is full, if not completely overflowing. Yet, when the snow begins to fall, you have to make time somewhere between making breakfast and heading to work to…

Every Spring, millions of homeowners fill their yards with pretty flowers, lovely shrubs, and various trees. If you want something original, the idea of a more permanent structure can be appealing. That is when a hardscaping element may be the perfect addition to your landscaping design. Defining Hardscaping When a yard has architectural features that…