Monthly Archives: December 2011

Backyard Hardscaping part 2: The Driveway Plus How To Install a Brick Patio

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Kristin

Our contractor installed the subgrade under both the driveway and patio sites: compacted crushed angular gravel to a depth of 18 inches under the driveway and 12 inches under the patio. Then it was our turn. DRIVEWAY For the driveway, … Continue reading →

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Backyard Hardscaping (I smell a lawsuit)

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Kristin

Our contractor was just about to start working to restore our backyard to working order when the ice storm came. This was mid November 2010, a little earlier than normal for our area, and the ground froze solid. And while … Continue reading →

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