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Home Exterior Improvements That Add Value

Home Exterior Improvements That Add Value

Whether you plan on selling your house very soon or if you simply want to enjoy a great outdoor space with your family, there is always something you can do to make your home’s property more enjoyable. You can increase the value of your home’s property regardless of its current condition by improving the curb appeal and/or adding fun and entertainment to the backyard.  Make the most of your home…

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Home Exterior Improvements That Add Value

Whether you plan on selling your house very soon or if you simply want to enjoy a great outdoor space with your family, there is always something you can do to make your home’s property more enjoyable. You can increase the value of your home’s property regardless of its current condition by improving the curb appeal and/or adding fun and entertainment to the backyard.  Make the most of your home exterior improvement project with these tips.

Outdoor Living Analysis

You should assess the outdoor space of your home and the neighborhood where you live before determining the best way to increase its value. It is a good idea to do some research on the homes currently selling in your area if you only want to complete certain outdoor projects in order to sell your house. Here are some key points to consider:

Detail of the landscaping

Outdoor decks, patios, seating areas, etc.

Pools

Outdoor kitchens

It may be difficult for you to sell your property at the price you want if you find that most comparable homes in the neighborhood have outdoor features your property does not have.

What you can do to boost value?

When you want to increase your chances of selling quickly, you need to invest in outdoor projects that are popular in your neighborhood. You may want to consider landscaping your home if the homes near you have impressive landscaping features that far surpass your own. If the majority of homes in your neighborhood have a pool or an outdoor kitchen, then you can pretty much count on one of those features helping you sell your home.

There’s no doubt that outdoor living spaces are extremely popular right now, so adding an addition outside that can provide additional entertaining or relaxing space, such as a deck or patio, is likely to add value.

Get in touch with us if you’re interested in learning how a home exterior improvement project can enhance your outdoor spaces! Call us today +60 9-840 3272.

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Why Pavers Are Suitable For Pool Decks

It’s important to choose your materials before breaking ground if you’re building a pool and pool deck or remodeling an existing one. For decades concrete has been the leading material for pool decks, but in the past few years paving stones have made a significant impact on the pool deck world because of their numerous advantages over concrete. In the following, we have outlined the four main factors to consider when choosing paving materials, and how each material compares.

Slip Resistance

The most crucial element to consider when choosing the ideal material for your pool deck is safety. Pools, like any other body of water, have inherent dangers that must be anticipated. That is why selecting the most slip-resistant, or slip-resistant, flooring is so important. The importance of the coefficient and the option cannot be overstated. Let’s see how paving stones and concrete stack up against each other as the two most common pool deck materials. Paving stones are porous and dense by nature, whereas concrete is not. The majority of paving stones are created by mixing sand, water, cement, and color pigment in a mold and pouring the mixture into it. On a molecular level, this indicates that paving. Because stones have a more complicated surface than conventional concrete, they provide exceptional traction. Paving stones also have a smaller surface area than concrete slabs and when installed in an interlocking pattern, they give an added level of slip resistance.

Aesthetics

Paving stones are not only the safer option, but they are also the most versatile pool deck material. Paving stones may be used in a variety of design styles, from rustic to ultra-modern, thanks to their thousands of varieties. Paving stones can be made to look like natural stones or larger stones can be used to complement a sleeker look. Pavers are also available in a range of colors and maybe readily matched to the style of your home. You can also mix and match different sizes, colors, and stones to create elaborate patterns in your design to add another depth of uniqueness. Concrete, on the other hand, provides few alternatives for personalization. It’s quite unattractive when concrete fractures (and it’s only a matter of time until it happens). When concrete is wet, cracks become much more visible, therefore you should inspect it every time you use it. Instead of being a focal point, your pool becomes an eyesore. Paving stones are a designer’s best buddy when compared to concrete.

Durability

Both pavers and concrete have a curing phase, which is a period of time during which the materials must attain their optimum strength. Paving stones, on the other hand, have the advantage of being cured in a temperature-controlled factory. They must pass a number of safety tests. Concrete, on the other hand, is poured and left to cure in your backyard, leaving it vulnerable to environmental fluctuations. Concrete slabs, on the other hand, can be fickle. They are not only prone to cracking as a result of incorrect weight distribution, but they are also temperature sensitive and can crack as a result of large temperature changes. When your concrete deck is finished, It can be a tripping hazard as well as cause drainage problems.

Maintenance

Before beginning your project, think about how you’ll keep your investment looking beautiful all year and which materials will make it easier for you. Paving stone maintenance is minimal, especially if your pavers are sealed after installation. Paver sealer is a protective layer sprayed on the stones to keep them stain-resistant, maintain their color, and prevent the sand from transferring. This means that if you spill a glass of wine, the kids will drop their ice cream or whatever else they’re eating. Whatever the case may be, your paving stone pool deck is safe and stain-free. If a stain occurs on your paving stone pool deck, you may easily replace the afflicted stone or stones without having to replace the entire deck. Concrete repair is a costly undertaking. Repairing a crack or stain that is more than two inches long is impossible, and the entire slab may need to be replaced. Concrete has a modest initial cost but is an unruly, difficult material to work with. For a high-traffic location like a pool deck, this is a costly alternative. Although paving stones cost a little more to install per square foot than concrete, the maintenance alone can save you thousands of dollars. When all is said and done, paving stones outperform standard concrete in terms of return on investment. Whether you want something that looks like real stone, has a traditional aesthetic, or is ultra-modern, there’s a material for you, paving stones have the customizability to give you exactly what you want. It costs a lot of money to renovate an old pool deck or build one from scratch. When you choose paving stones, you’re not only choosing the most aesthetically beautiful alternative; you’re also choosing the safest and most durable. We take satisfaction in doing what is best for the homeowner and their financial situation. Paving stones, if you ask us, are the obvious choice Contact us today! +60 9-840 3272

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What Is Involved In A Proper Spring Clean-Up?

Spring is the perfect time to clean up your property and make sure your lawn is safe and beautiful. We list down the steps of a proper spring clean up. If you need help with professionals, we, Beautified Landscaping LLC can help you make it done the right way.

Clean up (Lawn and Garden Beds)

The first step is to clean up your yard completely, which includes evaluating the lawn’s condition, trimming any bushes or trees, and cleaning any waste. Dead leaves, twigs, branches, and other debris that may have fallen during the winter months should be removed to allow for a more comprehensive assessment of the land.

Inspect the health of lawn, trees and shrubs

Shrubs, whether used as a natural barrier, a garden accent, or simply for their greens, require constant upkeep to flourish. Because problems may only occur at particular periods of the year, it’s good to do inspections once a season. If this isn’t possible, once a year is preferable to none. When evaluating bushes, look for three things: general health, disease symptoms, and soil condition.

Prune trees and shrubs

After all of the trash has been removed, trees and shrubs will be evaluated for any trimming that may be required. Pruning is best done in the spring since some trees and plants should only be pruned in the spring. Pruning lilacs, for example, should be done early in the spring or after they have bloomed in the summer. Pruning this plant too soon, before it blooms, means you won’t get to see its lovely blossoms.

Repair bed lines and edging

Aeration is an excellent method to help your grass recover from the pressures of summer. Now is the time to take action in order to have the lush, thick grass you’ll be pleased of when spring arrives. Nutrients from the air, water, and fertilizer may not reach the soil without aeration, resulting in flaws in your perfectly groomed lawn.

Add fresh mulch

Mulch will add color to a landscape and give it a polished appearance. Mulch also aids in the maintenance of plants’ health and growth. There are several advantages to incorporating mulch and dirt into your yard.

Downspout must drain properly

While you may not be able to control when or how often it rains, there are steps you can do to reduce the impact rainfall has on your property. Water may gather in your yard without adequate drainage, causing structural concerns with your home, damage to plants and flowers, an increase in pests, and a dirty, swampy mess.

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Fall Is Coming. Tips For Your Landscaping

Summer is swiftly drawing to a close, and October will be here before you know it. Take a few moments to prepare your home’s landscaping before heading out for the first pumpkin spiced latte of the season. Fall is a season of vibrant colors, and it’s a great time to spend mornings and nights in your yard, sipping a hot beverage and wearing a light jacket. Your yard may become an autumn sanctuary with a few terrific landscape ideas.

Fall Foundation

The very first thing that you should know about landscaping in the fall is to pay attention on colors, accessories, and textures. Adding large shrubs and small trees to even the smallest of spaces will make them seem much larger. You can create the illusion that your yard stretches for miles by layering trees and shrubs.

Give Your Lawn One Last Cut

Mow your lawn until it stops growing. Keeping grass three inches high year-round is recommended if your grass grows year-round. It will allow the sun’s rays to reach the grass.

Test Your Soil

It is a good time to plant grass seed, but first, you should test the soil to determine its pH and nutrient levels. After any deficiencies are fixed, it’s time to aerate and seed the parts that are stressed by summer’s heat.

Fluff Up The Mulch

The process is known as turning the mulch. A little fluffing will make flower beds look fresh and reduce the need for additional, fresh mulch (or even eliminate it). Keep the pile two to three inches thick if you end up adding more stuff. Anything thicker could become an insect hideout.

Hardscaping

Fall is a great time to install hardscaping. A variety of stone formations, walkways, fountains, pavers, and retaining walls can provide a beautiful landscape. When choosing something to accompany your soft landscaping, opt for something that’s functional, safe, and adds to the overall beauty of your space. The great thing about adding a water foundation to your landscaping is 

1) it makes you feel more secluded, and 2) it blocks out street noise.

Need help with your Landscaping this coming fall season? Contact us today!

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Why You Should Invest In Paver Patio?

Your property will be more beautiful, elegant, and valuable when you have a paver patio installed.

It is common for homeowners to realize that they want a practical outdoor space, one in which patio furniture is easy to use and mud puddles are never an issue. Pavers, usually made of natural stone, clay brick, concrete, or precast concrete, harkens back to the earliest form of human construction. Paver patios – especially those with a fire pit – can make you feel more at home in the place you call home just as its quintessential dry stone walls dot the countryside. It is possible to bring a hardscaping project to life with landscaping. As a full-service landscaping company, we design and execute custom masonry projects. You can walk your property with us to get a feel for how you want to proceed, then meet with us to discuss the wide variety of materials available. In the same way as there are many types of siding for houses, including shakes, clapboards, fiber cement, stucco, and vinyl, there are many types of pavers. Others create a more traditional style, while others create a more modern, sleek look. We’ll give you a chance to consider all your options and determine what is right for you. A paver patio is not only more elegant than poured concrete, but it is also more durable. Compared to concrete patches that are hard to camouflage, small, interlocking pavers crack less easily, and any damaged stone can easily be replaced. Preparing the area before laying the pavers will also prevent the growth of weeds and grass, which can cause cracks in poured concrete. Having a patio made of pavers also gives you an enormous amount of freedom. Combinations of colors, textures, shapes and their patterns offer a wide variety of possibilities. The aesthetic investment we provide is not an off-the-shelf purchase, but rather one that is custom-made for your home. Additionally, a paver patio can serve as an anchor for other stone elements like a fire pit, retaining walls, and walkways that contribute to a garden-like leisure area. As soon as we have designed and sourced your project, here is what you should expect next. Our crew will first set up shop and begin digging to create a sturdy, level surface for the pavers. This will entail packing down the foundation, ensuring correct drainage, and erecting a barrier to prevent vegetation development. After that, edging will be installed, and the joints between the pavers will be compacted with sand for a smooth, stable, and finished appearance. When we’re finished, your home will have a remarkable addition. Something you can use and enjoy when the weather permits, as well as a new aspect to your home that you’ll appreciate every day even if you’re simply looking at it from inside your home on a wet day. A paver patio is not only a financial investment that will increase the value of your home, but it is also a creative project that will increase the intrinsic value of your home.

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What Is Hardscape Construction?

It was on this brick patio where you grilled your perfect steak. This gazebo is something your kids have turned into a little fort in the backyard.

You will feel protected and private behind the sturdy wooden fence.

What have these three things in common? All three are examples of hardscape construction. Today, we’re going to learn more about how hardscape contractors can transform your property.

What is hardscape construction?

Known as hardscaping, hardscape construction refers to all of the elements of your landscape that do not have any living components. Besides hardscaping, softscaping is also important in landscaping, as it pertains to your lawn, plants, trees, and flowers.

You can add decorative or practical components to your landscaping with hardscape construction, including:

Brick patios – These provide a classic look for homeowners looking for a gathering place.

Concrete patio – A concrete patio is perfect for people who want a patio, but want something less maintenance-intensive than brick. You can always add tiles to make these patios more appealing.

Flagstone patios – Pavers made from flagstone – a low-cost option that is nevertheless functional and beautiful.

Gravel pathways – A cost-effective alternative to brick or stone paths.

Stone walkways – You can use stone walkways to create pathways through your garden

Metal fences – Steel and iron fences may be coated. You can also choose wood if you don’t like the way metal looks.

Wooden arbors, gazebos, and pergolas – These structures provide shade and beautify your landscape as well. Pergolas are similar to arbors, and they are attached to your house or other structures on your property.

Water features such as ponds and fountains – Growing plants in or around water features is a great way to merge softscaping and hardscaping.

Why hardscaping is important?

Hardscaping is more than simply yard decoration, as most hardscape contractors will tell you. It also has a practical application. Consider the following scenario Uneven slopes can be leveled and drainage improved by retaining walls and stone steps. Gates and fences provide seclusion and security while also delineating the boundaries of your property. Stone absorbs heat, which dries out the soil around and prevents standing water, mildew, and algae.

How can I get the most out of my hardscaping?

Any professional hardscape contractor will tell you that creating a focal point for your hardscape is critical for drawing people’s attention. To combine the two surroundings, many homeowners prefer to match their hardscaping to their home’s exterior (brick with brick, stone with stone, etc.) Finally, a healthy blend of softscape and hardscape elements should be used. An excessive amount of hardscaping can make your home appear cold and sterile, while an excessive amount of softscaping can make your yard appear overrun. If you believe your yard requires a makeover, it’s time to start looking for hardscape contractors. Beautified Landscaping in Willingboro, NJ is ready to take your call.

To learn more about our hardscape construction services, contact us now.