Landscaping is the term most people are familiar when when it comes to remodeling the space outside of their home in any way. But it goes a bit deeper than that. “Hardscaping” is the term used to refer to hard surfaces being integrated organically into your current landscaping. There are various ways to introduce hardscaping into your property, and all of them will likely increase the value of your home, impress your guests and enhance your curb appeal.
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December 21st, 2015How to use brick pavers to increase your home value
December 10th, 2015
Do you need to enhance your curb appeal to increase your home value? Brick pavers can help you improve your curb appeal easily and affordably as the pavers offer many great benefits. The most immediate benefit of brick pavers are their durability and strength. The pavers have a design which can endure heavy loading and offer versatility in landscaping applications, including driveways and pedestrian walks throughout the outdoors. The flexible integrity of brick pavers is also beneficial because the brick has the ability to adjust to the movement of the earth and materials, preventing the cracking of the pavement better than concrete. The pavers are very easy to repair and recyclable so you know the pavers can be used again and again.
You can even improve your walk paths and driveways’ slip resistance with brick pavers because the natural texture of the brick is highly abrasive. The brick pavers are especially great solutions for high traffic areas where the environment experiences wetness, including swimming pools and pathways. Best of all the brick pavers are environmentally friendly and it is difficult for the color and finish to fade. As for maintenance all you have to do is clean it with detergent and water with a good scrubbing to keep it shining. If you are looking for a low maintenance solution, this is it.
You can choose from so many surface finishes, colors and patterns for brick pavers to fit your home design. Use the brick pavers for your driveways, patios, pool decks and other outdoor living spaces. Here at Tri-State Paving, our highly skilled workers can install brick pavers with up front pricing for small and large projects. If you can dream it, we can build it. Let us help you live out your hardscaping dreams.
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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