Vinyl Fence Tips and Tricks

Moving into a new house involves more than just the house itself; it involves the surrounding land as well. So, we’ve included some benefits and disadvantages of both sod and seed to help you choose the best path for your grass and, in turn, your curb appeal.  If you’re moving into a home with grass, check to see how it’s doing. If your lawn is 40% or fewer weeds, you can probably salvage it with some tender loving care. If your lawn consists of more than 40% weeds or a lot of struggling/dead grass, you might want to consider starting...

With a little extra quarantine time, you might want to take a fencing task into your own hands rather than hire someone to do it for you. With a few simple steps, you can have a beautiful picket fence of your own.  First, Sketch out your fencing area out using stakes to maker any corners and heavy-duty string between each post. Refer to our earlier post on pre-fencing checklists, where we include some other necessary steps to complete before installing a fence--it'll save you a lot of trouble later.  Find fencing panels (our build your own!) that suit the look you...

With the plants out of the way, there are other key elements that make a yard beautiful and functional. Details like pathways and landscape lighting can emphasize your favorite parts of your yard to even further personalize it and make it your own.  The first question you should ask is “what do I want from this space?” Whether it be a place for parties, sitting space, a garden, or a place for kids and pets to play, each goal needs a different kind of environment. Pick your most important goals and prioritize them when designing your yard. If you want...

Plants make a huge impact on your yard and the vibe it gives off. Here are a few quick tips on picking and placing plants to make the most of your outdoor space.  First, determine how much work you actually want to do in your yard. If you don’t like spending a few hours a week weeding and mowing and clipping branches, don’t choose plants that will require you to do so. Perrenials grow back every year, while annual plants (you guessed it) have to be replanted annually. Next, note key areas around the house. Take into account where your...

There are a lot of things to consider when purchasing a fence, things like price, homeowner association guidelines, privacy, maintenance, and repairs, to name just a few. With such a large market with different types of fencing from chain link to wrought iron, it might be tricky to decide what seems best for you, your yard, and your family. Here we have a comprehensive list of some pros and cons for several types of fencing to give you a bit better idea of what’s out there and what you can buy.  Wood Fencing Considered the most popular fence in America,...