Our Services
HomeMaker Landscaping: Your St. Louis Area Outdoor Specialists. From lush landscapes to sturdy retaining walls, precise paver paths, and elegant fences, we blend expertise with creativity. Our services include expert planting, drainage solutions, concrete work, SOD & mulch, and more. Elevate your outdoor space with our functional and beautiful designs.
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Retaining Walls
Building a retaining wall for your project involves several steps. First, plan and design the wall, considering its purpose, location, and drainage needs. Choose materials that match your garden, like concrete blocks, natural stone, or wood. Prepare the foundation by digging a trench and laying a gravel base. Construct the wall by placing the first layer level, staggering joints in subsequent layers, backfilling with gravel, and compacting soil. Add reinforcements for taller walls. Install drainage with weep holes and pipes covered with gravel and filter fabric. Finish with capstones for a polished look. Regularly inspect for issues and make necessary repairs to maintain its beauty and functionality.
CONCRETE
Concrete is a composite material comprised of cement, water, aggregates (both coarse and fine), admixtures, and supplementary cementitious materials. Cement acts as the binding agent, reacting with water to form a solid matrix. Aggregates, including gravel and sand, provide bulk and strength, while water facilitates the hydration process and workability. Admixtures, such as plasticizers and accelerators, enhance specific properties, and supplementary cementitious materials like fly ash or slag cement improve durability and sustainability. By carefully proportioning and mixing these components, concrete becomes a versatile and durable material suitable for various construction projects, including retaining walls.
Yard draining
Yard drainage systems involve grading the landscape for proper slope, installing surface features like channels, swales, and catch basins to guide water away, and using underground solutions such as French drains and dry wells. Downspout extensions and channel drains help redirect water flow, ensuring effective water management and preventing flooding and erosion, thus preserving the landscape's integrity.
Demolition
Our experienced team safely and efficiently clears the way for your next project, whether it's removing old structures, paving the path for a fresh design, or preparing the canvas for your dream landscape. With meticulous planning and execution, we make space for transformation, turning the old into a foundation for the new with precision and care.
Fence Installation
Expert fence installation begins with a thorough site assessment to determine the best placement considering factors like terrain and property lines. Material selection follows, tailored to both the homeowner's preferences and the site's requirements. Next, specialized equipment is used to dig precise post holes, which are then securely set with concrete or gravel. Panels, pickets, or rails are installed between the posts with careful alignment and spacing. Gate installation includes ensuring proper functionality and alignment. Finishing touches such as post caps or decorative elements are added to enhance the fence's appearance. After cleanup, a comprehensive quality check ensures the fence meets industry standards and homeowner expectations. Through meticulous attention to detail and adherence to best practices, expert installers deliver fences that not only enhance the property aesthetically but also provide lasting functionality and security.
Planting
Planting involves selecting suitable plants based on climate and sunlight, preparing soil with compost or fertilizer, digging appropriately sized holes, spacing plants adequately, watering thoroughly, and mulching to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Regular maintenance tasks such as watering, pruning, and fertilizing are essential to support plant growth and health. Following these steps ensures successful planting and thriving vegetation that enhances the landscape's beauty and vitality.
SOD & MULCH
Sod and mulch are both essential components in landscaping, each serving different purposes. Sod, also known as turf, is essentially a layer of grass and soil that is grown and harvested together, providing an instant lawn when laid down. It typically involves several steps, including site preparation, soil amendment, installation of the sod rolls, and proper watering and maintenance to ensure successful establishment. On the other hand, mulch is a protective layer of material spread over the soil surface around plants. It helps retain moisture, suppress weeds, regulate soil temperature, and improve soil fertility as it decomposes. Mulch can be made from various materials such as wood chips, bark, straw, or shredded leaves. Applying mulch involves spreading it evenly around plants, leaving space around the base of stems or trunks to prevent moisture-related issues. Both sod and mulch play important roles in landscaping, providing instant greenery and long-term soil health and maintenance benefits, respectively.
Pavers
Pavers are a popular choice for outdoor hardscaping projects such as patios, walkways, and driveways due to their durability, versatility, and aesthetic appeal. Installing pavers typically involves several key steps. First, the area is excavated to the appropriate depth and compacted to create a stable base. Next, a layer of base material such as crushed stone or gravel is added and compacted to provide further stability and drainage. Then, a layer of sand is spread over the base to create a level surface for laying the pavers. Pavers are carefully arranged in the desired pattern, with attention to proper spacing and alignment. Once all the pavers are in place, additional sand is swept into the joints to lock them in position and provide stability. Finally, the surface is compacted once more to ensure the pavers are firmly set. Proper installation of pavers requires attention to detail and adherence to best practices to ensure a long-lasting and visually appealing hardscape feature.
LAWNCARE
Lawncare involves several key components to maintain a healthy and vibrant lawn. Firstly, regular mowing at the appropriate height helps promote dense growth and reduces weed competition. Lawn fertilization provides essential nutrients for growth and color, with applications tailored to the specific needs of the grass type and soil conditions. Adequate watering is crucial, ensuring deep root growth and resilience to drought stress while avoiding overwatering, which can lead to disease and shallow root systems. Weed control through manual removal or herbicide application helps maintain a uniform lawn appearance and minimizes competition for resources. Aerating the soil alleviates compaction and promotes better air and water penetration to the roots. Overseeding thin or bare areas encourages thick, lush turf growth. Lastly, regular maintenance tasks such as edging, dethatching, and soil testing contribute to overall lawn health and appearance. By following these practices and adjusting care routines based on seasonal and environmental factors, lawncare enthusiasts can achieve a beautiful and resilient lawn.
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