It’s basically BBQ season, and we’ve compiled a list of our favourite landscaping projects to freshen up your outdoor space. Whether you’re a natural host, or simply looking for an outdoor oasis, landscaping renovations can transform your yard.
1. Build a deck
The perfect base for your outdoor living is a sturdy deck. Customize its size, lumber, and style to fit your needs. Custom decks can be built with a variety of lumber from higher end and long-lasting Trex decking, to budget-friendly pressure treated wood.
Lumber Deck Cost: $5,000 - $30,000
Timeline: 1 - 3 weeks
2. Escape from the city
If you need a taste of seclusion in your crowded neighbourhood, design your space to reflect it. For your urban escape, include features that are reminiscent of places away from the hustle bustle. Add fruit and vegetable patches, reading nooks, or secret-garden-like trestles and mosses.
Cedar Vegetable Patch Cost: $1,500 - $7,500
Timeline: 1 week
3. Patio Stonework & Concrete Pathways
Improve the appearance of your outdoor space, and create a durable surface for all of your summer activities. Concrete pavers are extremely long-lasting, with track records of lasting 50+ years, and easy to replace if one becomes damaged. They’re perfect for year-round temperature variance and give a clean finish to any yard.
Use pathways to curate the layout of your yard like you would for your home! Optimize space, and protect your grass by adding walkways that make sense for your yard. Refurbishing steps to ensure safety, or building winding paths to your most frequented spaces may be the perfect project for this season. If you’re an avid gardener, the addition of a pathway will prevent you from trampling your grass on your daily watering route. Adding distinctive walkways and areas within your yard can also make it appear larger, and more functional, which is beneficial to your ROI.
Concrete Pavers Cost: $2,500 - $10,000
Timeline: 1 - 2 weeks
4. Fence Replacement
Fences set the tone for your backyard, while keeping your family and property safe. Fences deter intruders and unwanted animals, allow pets and children to play safely, and maintain a level of privacy from neighbours. Fence refurbishment improves your property’s look, and your curb appeal to prospective buyers.
Fence Replacement Cost: $3,000-$15,000
Timeline: 2-3 weeks
5. Power washing & Exterior paint
Improve your home’s first impression, with power washing and an exterior paint refresh. Regularly power washing your home can have a dramatic effect, removing mold, mildew, and staining to reveal clean siding. Freshening up exterior paint not only looks great, but also protects your home from adverse weather, bugs, dust, and rot. This project generally has a great ROI, as it’s an economical project with a noticeable result.
Power Washing Cost: $600 - $2,500
Timeline: 1-2 days
Exterior Paint Cost: $2,000 - $8,000
Timeline: 1 - 4 days
Please note that all costs and timelines are estimates, based on assumptions about project size, materials, and desired outcomes. Reach out directly for a custom quote for your project.
