When we speak of landscaping most of us think of shrubs, trees, and plants. But hardscape structures can be a significant part of a residential landscape.
And deciding what to add and what to build can be as enjoyable as the feeling of looking out at what you've accomplished later when it's all done. But how do you get it done?
Topics: landscaping, home improvement, yard waste disposal, backyard, hardscaping, curb appeal
[This post originally appeared here in August 2019. It has been expanded upon, revised, and updated to reflect more recent information.]
Summertime is a great time for homeowners to make outdoor improvements. But it also means taking care of outdoor junk disposal, like old, broken hot tubs.
If you're like most homeowners in America, you probably have a lot of old stuff lying around like old tools and lawn equipment, an old satellite dish that's no longer being used, or even a broken hot tub. So, how do you get rid of this stuff?
Topics: Residential Junk Removal, yard waste, yard waste disposal, backyard, hot tub removal, hot tub disposal, old hot tub hauling
A spring home cleanup can also mean cleaning your backyard so you can have a great place for summer fun, feasting, and family get-togethers with friends.
And once everything's clean and cleared out, you can add some great backyard games to add to your summer fun.
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, summer cleaning, home cleanout, backyard, health and safety, summer fun
We're not referring to relationships here. Sometimes your old backyard fence simply has to go. And that means you will be dealing with old fencing removal.
Depending on how long your fence is and what it's made of, this can add up to some big piles of old fence material, bits and pieces, and other debris. So, what do you do with it all?
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, concrete debris, backyard, wood debris removal, old fencing removal, masonry debris removal
One of the tasks of most homeowners in America is yard maintenance. And this usually means taking care of yard waste removal and disposal.
While no one really enjoys that work, there are ways to make the chore easier and far more efficient than raking, bagging, and waiting for the garbage truck each week.
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, yard waste, yard waste disposal, composting, backyard, organic waste, residential trash removal
[This article was previously published in 2020 and has been revised and enhanced for the 2021 "post-coronavirus" summer.]
Summer 2021 means the return of backyard barbecues and having friends and family over for dinners outside. Which means having your yard looking it's best.
This is the year to transform your backyard and other outdoor spaces from being neglected and unkempt into a lush oasis, regardless of how large or how small your outdoor space is.
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, DIY projects, backyard, lawn care, outdoor entertaining
One of the most attractive features of many homes is an outdoor deck. Until it's not. Age, weather, and neglect can all add up to a old deck that is unappealing and unsafe.
Fortunately, there are many options for replacing your old deck including composite and engineered wood products. However, whether you do it yourself or hire a contractor to build it, the old deck debris still has to be gotten rid of.
Topics: dumpster rental, backyard, bulk trash pickup, wood debris removal, old deck removal
Many homeowners have storage sheds in a side yard or in a corner of the backyard. But age and brutal weather eventually means old shed removal is needed.
Unfortunately, the debris from an old shed can be quite a large junk disposal task. And it can be far more than most homeowners can manage by themselves.
Topics: large trash pick up, Yard Waste Removal, backyard, large junk removal, shed removal
When it comes to spring cleaning, most of us think about the inside of the house. But outdoor spaces need cleaning, too, which can mean yard waste removal.
Backyards, front yards, side yards - and all the things in them - need to be cleaned out, spruced up, and prettified periodically. And, for most regions, early spring is a great time to make that happen.
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, Spring Cleaning, landscaping debris, yard waste disposal, backyard
Landscaping often evokes images of crews planting trees and building walls. but landscaping can be for homeowners, too.
And it doesn't have to be difficult nor costly to upgrade and rejuvenate your outdoor space.
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, landscaping debris, landscaping, yard waste disposal, backyard