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What Makes Outdoor Contracting, Inc Different? #LandscapingServices
We offer more services than any other landscape company in the area. We self perform more trades than any other landscape company in the area. We have more licenses, credentials, and professional experience than any other landscape company in the area. We have the...
How’s your irrigation system? #Irrigation
One mistake that people make with their yards is that they don't water enough. A well-watered yard is a strong, lively yard. This means that you should have a good #irrigation system installed. You can get a simple drip-irrigation system that has a timer. This...
“Essentially, All Life Depends Upon the Soil” – Charles Kellog
No matter what you want to have in your yard or garden, you have to make sure to have on essential of landscaping covered -- you need good soil. Soil is simply essential. If the roots of your plants can't penetrate the soil, then they won't grow. So no matter...
Benefits of Retaining Walls #RetainingWalls
A Retaining Wall is as much an asthetic appeal as it is functional! These walls are helpful in preventing flooding and keeping soil in place. It is after all a protective structure first and foremost. The walls help prevent downward slope movement making your...
Outdoor Living Areas – Outdoor Contracting, Inc.
Outdoor Contracting, Inc., can design and build your outdoor living areas turn-key which prevents you from selecting, hiring, managing, and coordinating several companies. We are fortunate to have the knowledge and capabilities of being the only full...
You must have Good Edging #LandscapeEdging
One thing that you should remember when you are remodeling your yard is that you should have good edging. A good, strong barrier that separates your lawn from your garden is extremely important. You can use any material though, just make sure that the barrier...
Decorative Concrete Wall or Entrance – Outdoor Contracting, Inc.
Make a "grand" statement with your entrance using Decorative Concrete. Picture an entrance way with beautiful plants to enhance. This is a statement and work of art! Contact Outdoor Contracting, Inc. to learn more about decorative...
Decorative Concrete Pathway – Outdoor Contracting, Inc. #DecorativeConcrete
Carved decorative concrete overlay that looks like slate at half the cost. Decorative concrete is the use of concrete as not simply a utilitarian medium for construction but as an aesthetic enhancement to a structure, while still serving its function as an...
Koi Ponds – Outdoor Contracting, Inc. #KoiPond
A decorative concrete pathway along a winding stream. Waterfall flowing into a Koi pond stocked with fish and acquatic plants. Contact Outdoor Contracting, Inc. to start planning a backyard to impress!
Cascading Waterfalls – Outdoor Contracting, Inc.
Can you imagine this in your backyard? This is the kind of project that requires outdoor contract engineering skills and the experience needed to confidently tackle the job. Outdoor life has the credentials, experience, and equipment necessary. Let us...
No project is too big for Outdoor Contracting #WaterFall
12 Foot Waterfall with beautiful landscape lighting. We can do something big like this with your outdoor space. Or maybe you just need outdoor lighting and landscaping. We've done many projects of all shapes and sizes so we can help you plan and integrate...
Keep Things in “Groups” Outdoor Contracting, Inc. #LandscapeContracting
No matter what kind of garden you want to have or how busy you want to keep your yard, there is a general rule you should always keep in mind -- keep things in groups. As a rule, try to group things in threes or fives. Your yard will look fuller from a distance...