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How to use hardscape to increase your home value

Monday, September 28th, 2015

Hardscaping projects improving home value

Education on how to increase one’s home value is one of the most important things a homeowner can do. You can get a great return with your home investment by reaping the benefits of hardscape for your landscape. Your home property is one of the biggest investments you will make in your lifetime. To get the most out of this home investment, you need to keep up on regular maintenance of your property. When people come across your home as home buyers, the first thing that will draw them to buying your home property is the curb appeal. With great landscaping of the back and front of your home, you can improve the aesthetic value of your home property. This is especially true of outdoor living spaces. Simply adding a paved patio, fire pit, gazebo or other tangible asset to your property can pay off in the long-term. You don’t need to make this a daunting task. All you have to do is give your outdoor living space a purpose.

Some homeowners bring an outdoor living space to life by creating social gathering areas using hardscape or offering a sanctuary right on the home front. To do either, you need to have a clear vision on the purpose of a lawn. Hardscape has a way of adding ambiance to any property. Hardscaping includes retaining walls, outdoor kitchens and fire pits ( just to name a few) and truly increase home value. The home additions here and there is a guarantee to improving home value when it comes to hardscapes. People in today’s home buying market simply love personalization in home design. They also like home features which are durable and lasting as they see hardscapes as great features which don’t require high maintenance.

Hardscapes can help you spruce up your backyard or frontward space, serving as containers for plants. Retaining walls can help you add curb appeal to patios as well as doorways to your homes. The possibilities are limitless. On average hardscaping can add 10-15% more on your home value when the landscape and hardscape are well maintenance. If you have a concern about keeping within a budget, you can upgrade your landscape little by little. It is definitely worth the investment and Tristate Paving is here to help you reap the benefits.

So, are you ready to call on the help of a professional paving company?

Call Tristate Paving. We’re a seasoned hardscaping company based in Maryland and have the experience and knowledge help you turn your backyard into the perfect retreat quickly and affordably. Our experts will work with you to find a design and layout for outdoor kitchen and dining area that you’re sure to love for years and years to come.

Our area numbers are:

West Chester: 610.563.9456

Oxford: 610.932.3566

Delaware: 302.757.4100

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Just a Stone’s Throw: Decorative Hardscaping Materials

Friday, September 11th, 2015
Limestone walls for hardscaping

Limestone is a great option for decorative hardscaping, as it stands up well to outside elements.

Outdoor living spaces, like kitchens and patios, continue to be a popular trend. Take a moment to read about some of the hardscaping materials available for classy and modern outdoor living! (more…)

Creative Driveway Design

Friday, September 4th, 2015
gravel driveway driveway design

Gravel driveways are easy on the budget and adding gravel periodically is quicker than sealing an asphalt driveway.

Your driveway doesn’t have to be a boring slab of asphalt – modern day driveways include colors, patterns, and landscaping building right in. Take a moment to read about some of the recent creative driveway design trends to gracing modern homes. (more…)

A Patio Perfect for Summer

Friday, July 17th, 2015

 

patio, summer

Create the perfect place to relax with a new patio.

There is something very pleasant about sitting outside on a lawn chair and soaking up some sun. It’s even better when you don’t have to worry about walking through dewy grass. A new patio could be just the thing to make your summer perfect, so we’re going to be going over your options today. Are you ready to learn more about your new patio? Well, here we go! (more…)

Is your home ready for Independence Day?

Monday, June 29th, 2015

 

independence day, hardscaping

Independence Day is always better with hardscaping!

Hosting the perfect Independence Day event at your home is all about setting the scene. There is a lot that hardscaping can do to really put the pop into your party. Today we’re going to talk about some hardscaping features that can really make your Independence Day party awesome. So, are you ready to learn more about them? Let’s do it! (more…)

Hardscaping for Father’s Day

Monday, June 22nd, 2015

 

Fire Pit

A new fire pit for Father’s Day?

Are you still trying to think of something to give your father for Father’s Day? A new hardscaping feature for dear old dad might be the perfect solution to your problem. A new hardscaping feature is strong and practical, just like your dad. You can even customize it to fit his personality by using different kinds of stone or styles. So are you ready to learn more about hardscaping for Father’s Day? Let’s do this. (more…)

What Can a New Retaining Wall Do For Your Landscape?

Monday, June 8th, 2015

 

retaining wall

What can a retaining wall do for your yard?

Ah, so you’re planning a new garden feature. That’s awesome, but it looks like things might be getting a little static. Here’s what you can do. Adding a retaining wall to your garden or landscape can give your property the pop it needs. Are you ready to learn more about what a retaining wall can do for you? Well, here we go! (more…)

A New Walkway for Spring!

Monday, May 25th, 2015

 

walkway, spring

Spruce up your property with a new walkway!

Are you itching to spruce up your property for spring? A new walkway can be an awesome way to really show off your home. Imagine walking up to your home with brand new pavers or natural stone. Think of how your shoes could be tapping on a sleek new bricks. The possibilities are nearly endless here, so are you ready to learn more about the new walkway that you could have? Let’s do it! (more…)

The Importance of Winter Maintenance For Your Patio

Monday, March 2nd, 2015

winter maintenanceWinter is the worst time of the year for spalling in your patio, walkways, and driveway. Spalling is the process of breaking down ore, rock, stone, concrete, and pavers. The flakes or pebbles broken off in the process are called spall. But, by doing some minor winter maintenance, you can prevent your hardscaping surfaces from spalling and slowly being broken down beneath your feat.

How Winter Increases Spalling

A great deal of the spalling that happens to your hardscaping happens in winter. This is largely due to the cycle of thawing and freezing caused by the erratic temperature variations we experience as part of our temperate climate. Ice or water aren’t problems on their own, the problem is when they switch between states quickly.

The process starts with precipitation. Rain or snow falls and lands on your hardscaping. If it’s in liquid form it penetrates the pores and cracks of your hardscaping. When the temperature drops below the freezing point, 32°F (0°C) , the water freezes and expands. The expansion puts pressure on your concrete, brick, or stone hardscaping and causes it to break. The pore or crack is now larger then it used to be and now when the ice thaws more water can flow into the space. When the temperatures dip below freezing again the expansion of the ice causes even more damage. Fortunately there are things you can do to prevent and mitigate the process.

How Winter Maintenance Can Stop Spalling

By doing simple and regular winter maintenance you can stop, or reduce the damage spalling does to your hardscaping. Making sure your hardscaping is sealed, clearing away snow, and using the right treatments can all help stop spalling in your hardscaping.
Sealing your hardscaping is the first preventative measure you can take to protect your hardscaping. Sealing your hardscaping prevents water from penetrating some of the pores and cracks of your hardscaping. Sealing lasts for approximately three years and should be applied by a professional. However, on its own sealing isn’t always enough to protect your hardscaping.

Clearing your hardscaping of snow and ice is important for preventing spalling. By clearing your hardscaping you prevent the cycle from starting in the first place. When you’re clearing your hardscaping you should use a plastic shovel or a metal shovel with a rubber covering the blades edge. A regular metal shovel blade can scratch or otherwise damage your hardscaping. It’s best to clear right after a snow, or intermittently during the snow if it’s a heavy snow.

Finally, treating ice and snow with chemicals can be done to prevent the cycle of freezing and thawing, however it must be done with caution. Certain chemicals, even just plain salt, can cause damage to your hardscaping. Make sure you consult with your hardscaping provider or installer to find out what chemicals are safe to use on your hardscaping.

Need Help or Have Questions?

Call Tristate Paving. We’re a seasoned hardscaping company based in Maryland and have the experience and knowledge to help you care for and maintain your hardscaping.

Our area numbers are:

West Chester: 610.563.9456

Oxford: 610.932.3566

Delaware: 302.757.4100

Check back here for weekly updates on current projects, important paving facts and info, and smart ideas for homeowners interested in concrete, asphalt or hardscaping work.

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Repaving and Romance

Monday, February 9th, 2015

RomanceIt may seem unusual, but it’s true: Repaving your driveway can definitely show your mate how much you care. Let’s say you want to give your significant other a gift this Valentine’s Day. You want to get them something extravagant, something flashy. You could get them some jewelry, but that seems too obvious. If you’re looking for something that’s both impressive and practical you can invest in repaving their driveway.

Why is this romantic?

If you and your partner have been together for a long time then it’s possible that you’ve had some bumps and bruises in your relationship. Maybe they’ve lost someone close to them, maybe you have. In a way, that cracked pavement outside of your house is probably symbolic of some cracks in your life. Why not repave it? Why not use this opportunity to repave your life as well. You can share your vision for a newly paved driveway with your mate and show them that you wish to repave your lives together.

What are my options?

Maybe you don’t need to repave your driveway, but there are many more options for you and your partner. Hardscaping projects often combine practical needs with aesthetic vision. You and your loved one can plan one together, share your ideas, and fall in love all over again. You can add that pond you always dreamed of and they can choose the type of stone. Designing something together will show you different sides of one another. Maybe your partner has a gift you never knew about, or maybe you have a real eye for shape you can share. Building something new together will rekindle the flame between you and every time you look at that project you will be reminded of how strong your bond is.

Bonds as strong as stone.

It may seem cheesy to make grand gestures for the one you love, or to repave your driveway together, but creativity goes a long way. Using creative, unusual methods of bonding shows that you are thinking more deeply about your relationship than just choosing the obvious methods of bonding.

 

If you’re ready to build a stronger future with your mate contact the Tri-State Paving Company. You can reach them by phone, 610.563.9456 (West Chester), 610.932.3566 (Oxford), or 302.757.4100 (Delaware). You can also find them on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Google+.