The days are getting longer, there is a bit more warmth in the air, and if you are anything like me, you have started eyeing up the garden with a mix of excitement and mild dread. Winter’s done a number on most outdoor spaces, hasn’t it? But here’s the thing, now is actually the best time to get cracking on those garden plans you have been putting off.
Maybe you have been thinking about sorting out that wonky fence for ages, or you’ve got grand plans for a patio but haven’t quite got round to it? Whatever is on your wish list, spring is when it all becomes possible. We have been helping people get their gardens sorted for years now, and honestly, this time of year always gets us buzzing with ideas.
Let Us Talk About Fencing
Fencing is not the most glamorous topic but get it right and it makes everything else in your garden look better. Those old panels that are leaning like they have had one too many, they’re bringing the whole place down. New fencing completely changes the feel of a garden. Suddenly you have got privacy, it looks smart, and you have got a decent backdrop for whatever else you want to do.
We fit all sorts, from your classic close board panels to the more modern horizontal slat designs that seem to be everywhere these days. It’s not one size fits all though. Some people need total privacy from the neighbours, others want something decorative that shows off their plants, and some just need something solid and secure. Whatever you are after, decent materials and a good installation mean you’ll not need to do it again for a very long time.
Actually Using Your Garden
This is where it gets interesting. You know that bit of garden you never use because it is just grass and nothing else? Or that slope at the back that is a nightmare to mow? There is so much you can do with these spaces.
A patio gives you somewhere to actually sit and enjoy a brew when the weather’s nice. We work with natural stone, porcelain, the lot. It is basically another room for your house, just without the roof. Pathways are brilliant too, whether you need something functional to stop muddy footprints or something that looks nice winding through your borders.
Got a slope? Retaining walls and terracing sort that right out. Turn it from a hassle into something that actually adds character to your garden. And decking is still going strong for a reason. It is warm underfoot, works with awkward levels, and gives you flexible outdoor space that you can build exactly how you want it!
Stuff That Makes Life Easier
Let’s be honest, not everyone wants to spend their weekends mowing and weeding. If you’ve got kids running about or a dog that turns the lawn into a mud bath every winter, artificial grass might be your best friend. The stuff they make now looks miles better than it used to, and you get a green lawn all year without lifting a finger.
Driveways are another thing people forget about when they are thinking about gardens, but they take up loads of space, and everyone sees them when they pull up to your house. Whether you need a new one, need to fix what you’ve got, or just need more parking space, we can sort you out with block paving, gravel, resin bound surfaces, whatever works for your budget and the look you’re going for.
The Finishing Touches
Sometimes it is the little things that make the biggest difference. Raised beds are great if you are sick of bending down to garden level or if you want to separate different areas. Garden walls add height and give you sheltered spots for plants that do not like wind. Erect a pergola or an arbour and suddenly you have got somewhere for climbing plants and a bit of shade for sitting under.
Water features are lovely if you fancy the sound of trickling water while you are out there. And outdoor lighting? Game changer. You can actually use your garden in the evening, plus it looks cracking when everything is lit up after dark.
So What Now?
The good thing about getting your plans together now is you’ve got time to think it through before everything kicks off in spring. We can come round, have a look at what you are working with, chat about what you want and give you a quote for the work. A lot of this stuff is actually better done before everything starts growing like mad anyway.
Your garden’s a big chunk of your property. It should be somewhere you want to be, not somewhere you avoid because it is a mess or just does not work. Whether it is fixing what is broken, adding new features, or starting from scratch, getting someone who knows what they are doing means you will actually be happy with the result.
Give us a shout at Riks Fencing and Landscaping and let us have a chat about what we can do with your garden this year. Spring is coming, and your garden could look completely different by summer!
