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Landscape Drainage

Surface Drainage and a New Basement Entry in Gardiner, NY: Case Study

January 23, 2020 By Elle Riccardi

Project Scope: Landscape drainage and a new basement entry for a home. Location: Gardiner, NY Project Date: 2018-2019 Products Used: Belgard Brookshire Wall Part I: Drainage – The Challenge After a heavy storm, these clients noticed water in their basement and garage. Once on the site, we were able to identify several problems. Damaged footing […]

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Maximizing Space with a Retaining Wall: Case Study

December 6, 2017 By Elle Riccardi

Precast concrete retaining wall in New Paltz, NY installed by Masseo Landscape

Project Scope: A 10’ retaining wall wrapping around the side of a yard. Location: New Paltz, NY Project Date: October 2016 Products Used: Rosetta Outcropping The Challenge A steep grade on one side their property was a cause for worry for this homeowner. The most pressing issue was the eroding hillside that could threaten the stability of their garage. […]

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Filed Under: Case Studies, Hardscape Construction, Landscape Drainage, Rosetta Hardscape Tagged With: downspouts, drainage, erosion control, gutters, hardscape, hardscape project, hardscaping, land development, retaining wall, rosetta hardscapes

Permeable Pavers: What Are They? — And Why You Should Care

April 8, 2017 By Jordan Dick

Cambridge Permeable Pavers

Permeable paving has been a hot topic in the world of eco-friendly landscaping–and for good reason. Environmental conservation organizations like the D.E.C., love permeable pavers, because their use clearly helps protect our watersheds.

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Timing Your Landscaping Project

March 15, 2017 By Elle Riccardi

A gutter drain extension with newly grown-in grass.

One of the most common questions we get from clients is, “When’s the best time to get started?” We usually hear it from folks who contact us early or late in the warm season. The general answer is any time- as long as the ground isn’t frozen. But it does vary from project to project. Here’s […]

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Filed Under: Hardscape Construction, Landscape Drainage, Landscape Tips, Landscaping, Landscaping Resources, Lawn Care Services Tagged With: drainage, gutter drains, hardscape project, hardscaping, landscape care, landscape drainage, landscape tips, lawn care, lawn installation, planting, planting installation

Fall Landscape Checklist

September 23, 2015 By Elle Riccardi

Image of leaves covering lawn.

Fall has arrived! We’ve compiled a list of fall landscape chores that often get forgotten. Get your landscape ready for winter and give it a leg up in the spring by ticking off a few items on this check list. Fertilize your lawn. September usually brings a break from heat and dry weather, so it’s […]

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Filed Under: Landscape Drainage, Landscaping Resources, Lawn Care Services, Outdoor Fire Pits, Pruning, Stormwater Management Tagged With: autumn, beds, bulbs, drainage, grass, mulch, perennials, plants, shrubs, spring, trees

A Soggy Slope: Case Study

August 19, 2015 By Elle Riccardi

French drain cross-section.

The Problem Slopes can give your landscape definition and variety, but they come with their own set of pitfalls. The most common issues we see relate to drainage, as was the case with this client from Highland, NY. Their pool yard sat directly at the foot of the hill in their backyard. During storms and […]

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6 Tips for Planning a Landscaping Project Wisely

June 22, 2015 By Elle Riccardi

Images showing the before after progression

Thinking about adding to or redesigning your landscape this summer? Any construction project can be overwhelming at first, but as with anything else, taking things step by step is key. So we put together a quick outline to help you get a handle on things ahead of time. 1. Figure Out Your Endgame. This may […]

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Fixing a Slipping Grade: Case Study

November 12, 2014 By Elle Riccardi

Finished retaining wall with drainage.

 Have you ever seen a slipping grade? You probably have, but might not have recognized it for what it is: a serious stability issue. Slipping grades occur in hillsides and slopes where the sides cannot support the weight at the top. Worsened by erosion, the slope actually breaks and begins to collapse in on itself […]

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Filed Under: Case Studies, Hardscape Construction, Landscape Drainage, Landscaping, Rosetta Hardscape, Stormwater Management Tagged With: drainage, hardscape, landscaping, retaining wall, rosetta hardscapes, storm water management

A New Paltz Playground Gets a New Surface, With Recycled Tire Mulch

October 8, 2012 By Jordan Dick

Playground with recycled tire mulch.

New Paltz Play School is an independent children’s daycare, housed by, but unaffiliated with the New Paltz Methodist Church (1 Grove Street, New Paltz, NY 845-255-2203.) After 40 years of experimenting with different playground surfaces that never quite seemed to be satisfactory, New Paltz Play School has decided to invest in a new, safer playground […]

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How Clogged Foundation Drainage Caused a Flooded Basement For This New Paltz Homeowner

March 6, 2012 By Jordan Dick

Flooded Basement

We were contacted by a Hudson Valley couple whose basement had flooded for the first time, just after tropical storm Irene. With 2-3 inches of water in the basement, they reached out to us for help. A short phone call with the client also revealed that they had a rotten retaining wall that needed to […]

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