Gravel driveways are not an uncommon sight. Many Muskoka homeowners prefer to use gravel as it is quite cost-effective and requires much less effort. Because it is quite customizable, homeowners can do a lot in terms of style and layout with gravel and love to...
Just because you can do something does not mean you have to. Snow plowing is a time-consuming task that can take you away from doing more important things. As a business owner, you have to ensure your building is safe for customers and employees to access. You likely...
A fresh bed of snow can make a quiet winter night look stunning, but it can be a headache in the morning. Your walkways and parking area need to be free of snow so that people and cars can move around your property safely and quickly. While removing snow by either...
It may seem that plowing, blowing, and removing snow are one and the same, but the three options for clearing snow are very different, and each has varying pros and cons. Depending on lot size, if it is residential or commercial, and the structure of the lot will help...
A landscaping challenge that many homeowners face is drainage. For homeowners and cottage owners in the Muskokas, this is especially important considering that 1,600 of Canada’s lakes are at home within their borders. Many yards have insufficient drainage...
Septic tank areas are not normally the best places to consider growing a zen garden. They hold household wastewater from toilets, showers, kitchen sinks and laundry. In many rural areas, septic systems have a more benevolent role. They double up as wastewater...
Gravel driveways are becoming a familiar look in many rural areas and residential neighborhoods. Gravel is an affordable, easy-to-maintain, and easy-to-design option for homeowners. Regular maintenance and repair of a gravel driveway can maximize your return on...
Storm damage can be financially and emotionally draining. In just one day, a storm can destroy years of hard work on your home. Uprooted trees can fall through the roof. Shattered window panes need replacement. Flood waters need to be cleaned out and your home needs...
