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Fire pit and loungers on a beach.
Articles on Aggregate

How to Build a Beach Sand Patio

Building a patio out of sand is an innovative way to create a relaxing, beach-like ambiance, especially for those that don’t live anywhere near the coast or a nice beach. This comprehensive guide discusses the benefits and limitations of building a beach sand patio, and provides detailed instructions for building

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A rustic gravel patio with fire pit and benches made of bricks and timber.
Articles on Aggregate

How to Build a Pea Gravel Patio

Creating a pea gravel patio in your backyard offers a blend of natural beauty and practical functionality. This comprehensive guide delves into the pros and cons of choosing pea gravel, also known as pea rock or washed rock, over other materials and provides a step-by-step approach to building your own

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Car parked on top of a gravel driveway.
Articles on Aggregate

Gravel Driveway: Installation, Maintenance & More

Gravel driveways offer a blend of aesthetic charm and practicality, making them a favoured choice for some homeowners. This comprehensive guide delves into their cost-effectiveness and natural appearance to the intricacies of installation and upkeep. Whether you are considering a new gravel driveway or seeking to maintain an existing one,

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An excavator excavating a trench.
Articles on Excavation

Excavation vs Trenching

In construction, civil engineering and landscaping, digging is essential for projects of all sizes ranging from skyscrapers to utility and irrigation installations. This guide dives into the details of excavation vs trenching, empowering you with a comprehensive understanding of both subjects. Definition – Excavation vs Trenching Excavation and trenching are

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Colourful backyard incorporating gravel in the design.
Articles on Aggregate

What’s a Gravel Garden & How to Make One

A gravel garden is a unique and attractive landscaping option that is becoming increasingly popular. In this article, we will explain this particular gardening practice, and its advantages, and provide a step-by-step guide on how to create a beautiful gravel garden of your own. What is a Gravel Garden? When

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Gravel walkway leading to a modern house.
Articles on Aggregate

How to Lay a Gravel Path in Your Garden

Putting in a gravel path can be a cost-effective way of providing access to your garden or yard while maintaining a natural look. It’s a relatively easy landscaping project that you and your family can undertake over a weekend and requires little maintenance afterward. However, there is still some prep

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Before and after picture of a pool.
Articles on Excavation

Is Excavating Your Own Pool a Good Idea?

So you’re getting an inground pool or swim spa, but you’re wondering if you could save some money by excavating it yourself. After all, digging is digging; how hard can it be, right? This article goes over some things to consider when doing your pool excavation. Size of the Pool

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An excavator demolishing a house in Regina.
Articles on Demolition

How To Get a Demolition Permit & Prep for Demolition

If you have a house, garage, or commercial building you’d like to demolish, chances are you need a demolition permit first. In this article, we will go over how to apply for one in the City of Regina and how to prepare your property for demolition. Every jurisdiction is different,

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Plant sprouting from topsoil.
Articles on Aggregate

How to Amend Fresh Topsoil Before Planting

Spring is approaching, and gardening season is almost here. However, before you start planting, it’s a good idea to test and amend newly purchased topsoil. This guide is also helpful for amending existing soil in your garden. Even if you had great success in previous years, the soil does lose

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A fleet of tractors with snow removal plows.
Articles on Snow Removal

What Makes Us Excel at Commercial Properties Snow Removal

Not many people outside of the industry know that snow removal for commercial properties are quite different from residential. As a result, they may end up hiring companies that aren’t adequately equipped or staffed to handle the demanding nature of commercial sites. This article explains the differences between the two

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