Even small outdoor spaces, when thoughtfully
designed, can result in spectacular areas like this outdoor living area
designed and created by Green Acres Landscaping.
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| "BEFORE" view from front |
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| "BEFORE" view from back |
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Friday, August 10, 2012
A Dramatic Transformation
Green Acres Landscaping creates
A Dramatic Transformation!
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| BEFORE: A severe drainage problem at the back of the house (a retaining wall was draining too much and undermining the rear deck). A steep hillside with the inability to mow or plant it properly. |
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| AFTER: A masonry and gravel drainage system which corrected the problem. |
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| The cobblestone pavers fit tightly and look great, but do allow all water to percolate under ground and out of the area to drains placed in the front hill. |
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| The cobblestone pavers fit tightly and look great, but do allow all water to percolate under ground and out of the area to drains placed in the front hill. |
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| The paver path continues around the entire front of the house, where it was in a shallower, but well-prepared hole which had gravel and basecoarse in it. |
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| The paver path continues around the entire front of the house, where it was in a shallower, but well-prepared hole which had gravel and basecoarse in it. |
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| 8 large oak trees were removed from the front hill (steep, appx. 40 deg. angle) which opened up areas to plant and also gave the large front porch the benefit of a lot more sun and sky. |
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Did you say "Make My Yard Spectacular?" We can do that!
Spectacular? We think so!
Green Acres Landscaping
"Award Winning Landscapes"
540-268-5055
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Turn a NICE backyard into an AWESOME backyard ... today!
AWESOME Backyard designed and installed by Green Acres.
Bi-level patio, fire pit, landscaped hillside, coordinated walkway leads to driveway and front of home.
Green Acres Landscaping
"Award Winning Landscapes"
540-268-5055
Thursday, September 15, 2011
An Outdoor Room with Fireplace and more...
Imagine curling up in front of this exquisite fireplace right in your own back yard! We can help you turn an unused back yard into the center of activities at your home. Contact us today - we will help you design and plan a unique project to meet your needs.
Green Acres Landscaping
"Award Winning Landscapes"
info@GreenAcresLLC.com
540-268-5055
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Reduce the Number of Hours you Spend Mowing
Spend more hours enjoying your yard, and fewer hours mowing it! A professionally designed and installed landscape plan will do just that for you. At Green Acres Landscaping, we have 18 years of experience helping our customers create beautiful outdoor spaces. We would love to have the opportunity to transform a space for you!
Green Acres Landscaping
"Award Winning Landscapes"
info@GreenAcresLLC.com
540-268-5055
Friday, March 4, 2011
Prepare your home for Outdoor Entertaining
The warm weather has arrived!
Transform your outdoors into usable entertaining spaces with patios, an outdoor fireplace and water features. Compliment it with a lush landscape and landscape lighting.
The possibilities are endless! Contact us today and have our talented professionals design the project that is right for you.
Green Acres Landscaping
"Award Wining Designs"
540-268-5055
Monday, January 10, 2011
Plan Your Patio Now - and be ready for Spring!
By planning your patio now, you will be ready to enjoy your outdoor living space when the warm weather arrives. Whether you would like to add a patio, or replace an existing concrete slab, we can help you plan out the details.
Take the time to consider a few aspects and you will be well on your way to having the perfect outdoor space to meet your needs. Consider how your patio will be used, what the best location within your yard will be, and how much space you need. Also determine the best shape and colors to compliment the color and style of your home. Will you be adding landscape plants? Are there extras you would love to include such as a fireplace, fire pit, water feature, trellis or gate?
Contact us today!
Green Acres Landscaping
Designing and installing "Award Winning Landscapes"540-268-5055
Friday, November 5, 2010
Extend your Outdoor Living Season - Add a Source of Heat!
Even as the temperatures drop, you can cozy up in your Outdoor Living Space with a built in fireplace, fire pit or woodstove.
Contact us today to get your project started!
Green Acres Landscaping
Designing and installing "Award Winning Landscapes"
540-268-5055
Monday, October 4, 2010
Making the Most of Tight Spaces
Do you have a small outdoor area living area? Is it not well utilized - or not used at all? Check out our Before & After photos showing just what we can do to help!
Before - If you have a small outdoor space living space available, let us make the most of it.
After - This is just one example of what Green Acres Landscaping can do for you. Check back soon for more Before & Afters!
Contact us today at 540-268-5055 or info@GreenAcresLLC.com
www.greenacresllc.com
www.greenacresllc.com
Thursday, August 19, 2010
A Front Yard Facelift for Your Home
If you are in the market to sell your home, simply looking for more curb appeal, or yearn for that "Ah, home" feeling as you pull into the driveway - consider giving your residence a "Front Yard Facelift".
An ultimate makeover can be done in phases or all at once.
A simpler update, also quite appealing, when designed and installed by Bill Garren and the Green Acres crew, will help to reduce maintenance and upkeep.
A simpler update, also quite appealing, when designed and installed by Bill Garren and the Green Acres crew, will help to reduce maintenance and upkeep.
Contact us today!
info@greenacresllc.com or 540-268-5055
www.greenacresllc.com
info@greenacresllc.com or 540-268-5055
www.greenacresllc.com
Monday, May 24, 2010
Landscaping Your Home = Energy Savings For You
In today's economy, who isn't looking for a way to save money?
Landscaping enhances your home, not only by improving its appearance and creating useful outdoor spaces, but also by helping to maintain comfortable indoor living spaces.
In the summer, shading is the simplest, most effective way to cool your home and reduce energy consumption. Trees, shrubs and vines can
be used to shade your home and reduce your energy bills.
The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that just three trees, properly placed around the house, can save an average household between $100 and $250 in energy costs annually. To be most effective, trees should be strategically located on the south and west sides of your home. Deciduous trees are best, because they shade in summer and allow light and radiant heat to pass through in the winter.
Shrubs protect the lower portions of walls from heat gain by blocking sunlight. They also act as a windbreak in winter to help protect the house from cold air. Choose shrubs which are low maintenance and grow to a fixed height; and just like the trees, be sure to select varieties that are native to your environment.
Vines provide shading and cooling, and are quick to grow. They can be grown on trellises, or in pots.
How can we help? Our expert advice will assist you with careful selection, placement, planting, and care of trees, shrubs, and vines to help you reduce your energy costs.
Contact us today! info@greenacresllc.com or 540-268-5055
www.GreenAcresLLC.com
Landscaping enhances your home, not only by improving its appearance and creating useful outdoor spaces, but also by helping to maintain comfortable indoor living spaces.
In the summer, shading is the simplest, most effective way to cool your home and reduce energy consumption. Trees, shrubs and vines can
be used to shade your home and reduce your energy bills.The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that just three trees, properly placed around the house, can save an average household between $100 and $250 in energy costs annually. To be most effective, trees should be strategically located on the south and west sides of your home. Deciduous trees are best, because they shade in summer and allow light and radiant heat to pass through in the winter.
Shrubs protect the lower portions of walls from heat gain by blocking sunlight. They also act as a windbreak in winter to help protect the house from cold air. Choose shrubs which are low maintenance and grow to a fixed height; and just like the trees, be sure to select varieties that are native to your environment.
Vines provide shading and cooling, and are quick to grow. They can be grown on trellises, or in pots.
How can we help? Our expert advice will assist you with careful selection, placement, planting, and care of trees, shrubs, and vines to help you reduce your energy costs.
Contact us today! info@greenacresllc.com or 540-268-5055
www.GreenAcresLLC.com
Friday, April 30, 2010
Using Segmental Retaining Walls (SRW's) to Spice Up Your Landscape
Today’s new Segmental Retaining Walls (SRW), previously used only in commercial applications, can quickly enhance your outdoor living area and make you the envy of the neighborhood. The SRW product has drastically improved - now available in numerous colors and sizes that are appealing for residential landscapes. Features such as stairs, seat walls, outdoor kitchens and fire pits offer a creative landscaping tool that makes a statement.
Use of this product in your landscape will add to the everyday enjoyment of your home. It will also increase your home’s value by creating usable living environments today’s homebuyers want.
The Benefits of SRW's: Site Adaptability – A retaining wall constructed using an SRW block, such as Allan Block, conforms to your site conditions with ease.
Frost – No need to build or design your retaining walls or landscape walls below frost depth. The system is flexible meaning the wall will not crack like a rigid retaining wall would.
Slopes – Stepping up the base course of retaining wall block or mortarless fence block is done with ease. There is no need to bury more block than necessary, so you will not be buying additional block or concrete.
These systems have stood the test of time, are flexible, cost effective, and with today’s technology can be the perfect solution for your project.
Let us know how we can help improve your Outdoor Living Space today!
www.GreenAcresLLC.com
info@GreenAcresLLC.com
540-268-5055
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