Retaining walls are a great way to conceal large mounds or cuts on a block. In some cases they are mandatory to prevent erosion and in other cases they are to create an even surface for greater yard space. When installing a retaining wall in Chelsea or greater Kingston, it's important to use a landscape gardener who knows what they are doing. Active plumbing, telephone lines, gas and water are all services that must be accounted for and there are ways to find them. Installing a retaining wall correctly can add great value to your home, done incorrectly can cost thousands to repair. The retaining wall can be made using pine sleepers, hardwood sleepers and even concrete sleepers that come in a variety of colours & patterns.
In areas of heavy foot traffic, paving if often the best solution to dealing with Winter as soil residue can enter the home more readily. We also recommend paving in small areas where water can accumulate quickly in downpours. Pavers encased with rock toppings can work marvels in retaining water until it drains. Crazy paving is also a service we offer in Chelsea, with a great many stones to choose from.
If you are planning to sell your home or rejuvenate a tired or dated garden in Chelsea, Evergreen landscaping has ideas to assist you. While we have a number of image galleries online, we always recommend conducting some background research of your own to help assist us. Some customers often drive around Chelsea and find garden elements that they like. These photos can then be uploaded via our website here. Using a mobile device is the best way to take a photo and fill out the form. You will be surprised what little effort is needed to help bring a garden back to it's former glory! Real Estate agents always promote the advantages of carefully curated gardens.