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Construction;
Using the latest tools and techniques our skilled artisans will transform your home. Whether simply a new deck or small patio up to a whole backyard project including a pool, stone coping with an exotic waterfall, or a spillover spa; multiple level patios or decks, a unique trellis, maybe a pool house with an outdoor kitchen; remote controlled automation of landscape lighting, sound and the pool. We have the expertise and know how to get it done. By limiting the amount of projects we take on we are able to focus on your project giving the attention to detail promised at the sale. The owner’s hands on approach to each project ensure the highest quality workmanship and smoothly orchestrated installation possible. This leads to a more enjoyable project. Remember, together we are improving your home, lets make it exciting, fun and enjoyable.
Installation;
Through constant training & education of our staff of artisans and installers we are able to stay on top of the technological advances in our industry. Using this knowledge allows us to build the most up to date decks, patios, retaining walls, ponds, waterfalls, etc.
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- proper footings (view drawing) - pdf
- Lumber changes- ACQ lumber; requires special fasteners
- Stainless fasteners / Ceramic coated screws; we use only the highest grade fasteners
- Town codes; Vary from town to town- We can help expedite the permit process
- Composite decking Pro’s/Con’s; We will explain the truth about mold
- Railings; Wood, Composite, Vinyl, PVC, Steel, Stainless Steel Cable……
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- Site preparation- Base thickness (view drawing) - pdf
- Concrete vs. RCA Mfg preferences
- Standard Paver vs. tumbled Paver
- Bluestone/ Crab orchard- sand or cement base
- Pools- proper backfilling- (view drawing)
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Boulder, Stone work and Manufactured walls:
Natural products;
Moss rock boulders, river gravel and Pennsylvania wall stone (for example) are used in everything from pool waterfalls, ponds and streams to accents in planting areas, even as retaining walls. Whether directly shipped from our suppliers in upstate NY, NJ and PA or hand selected from our local nurseries the materials truly add an authentic flare to any landscape.
Manufactured stone;
Engineered with strength, reliability and speed of installation in mind, there are products available today for simple decorative garden walls to large retaining walls 30 ft high. Incorporating stairs, planters, curved walls, piers, and even building BBQ cabinets is no longer impossible. The possibilities are endless.
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Ponds/streams/Pondless waterfalls/Water features:
Water features have been used in landscaping for thousands of years. From Ancient Rome with their elaborate fountains to the beautifully serene Koi ponds of the orient, water has been a vital part of landscaping design. Thru advances in technology, today we have a greater opportunity than ever before to create truly amazing features. The liners, pumps and filters used today are far superior to ones past. Continual training keeps our artisan installers well ahead of the competition and up to date on the latest advances as well as reinforcing the tried and true practices used everyday. Most systems are designed with ease of maintenance in mind so homeowners if the choose may perform the basic maintenance easily. Otherwise we offer programs to help maintain your feature looking.
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