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Permeable Driveway Day 4

Posted on August 7th, 2015 by John Foegley

The last steps for our Permeable brick driveway increase the stability of the brick surface.  After the pavers are laid, perimeter edging is installed.  During installation we used crushed concrete at the edges where edging would be needed so the drive has a firm foundation that the edging could be staked into.  After edging installation […]

Permeable Driveway Day 3

Posted on August 5th, 2015 by John Foegley

Unilock Eco Priora was selected for this permeable pavement driveway.  It is larger than standard pavers and has ridges which create uniform gaps between the bricks so water can percolate thru very rapidly.  The drive was designed to minimize cuts and included a tan herring bone pattern field which featured a brown cross and brown soldier course […]

Permeable Driveway – Day Two

Posted on August 4th, 2015 by John Foegley

Permeable pavement is basically the construction of a hard surface that water can go thru very rapidly.  This requires different materials and processes than standard brick pavement. Compacting the subgrade provides a solid foundation for a permeable driveway, but it is important not to over compact as that may prevent good drainage. After a quick, […]

Permeable Brick Driveway – Day One

Posted on August 3rd, 2015 by John Foegley

Permeable brick driveways and walks are increasingly popular due to their ability to virtually eliminate storm water runoff. In addition to being eco-friendly, they look fantastic! This is the first of four articles which will document a permeable brick drive installation. This 500 square foot driveway was a perfect candidate as the drive sloped from […]

Do It Yourself Paving Project Checklist

Posted on May 29th, 2015 by John Foegley

The following is provided for informational purposes only. Each project is unique and will have considerations and processes which are not included in the checklist. Design Considerations Size and dimensions needed for particular purpose of paved area Required setback from property lines Covenant limitations for condo or homeowner associations Color, texture, patterns Access for transportation […]

Pond Water Maintenance by Foegley Landscape

Posted on May 29th, 2015 by John Foegley

Foegley Landscape can provide the following services for ponds & water features: Algae & Aquatic Weed Control Fountain & Aerator Service Pond & Water Feature Lighting Spring Startup Winter Shutdown Shoreline Weed Control Shoreline Improvements And Most Other Water Feature Services Aquatic Maintenance is often needed to keep your water feature or pond looking beautiful. […]

Caring for Sod

Posted on May 29th, 2015 by John Foegley

Caring for sod is incredibly important if you want it to look great. Follow this plan for early and long term sod care! Early Sod Care First day watering – Check your new sod a few hours after it has been laid by walking on it. If you make deep footprints, it has enough water. […]

DIY Retaining Wall Tips

Posted on May 15th, 2015 by John Foegley

Be sure to review manufacturers instructions and specifications for your retaining wall. If building a block retaining wall, height must be less than the limit set by the manufacturer Your block retaining wall must be built on a COMPACTED BASE. See specification for details Most retaining walls require that one or more courses be buried […]

Eco-Friendly Lawn Care

Posted on May 10th, 2015 by John Foegley

Lawn Care Programs for South Bend The first step in protecting the environment that a homeowner can take is often reducing the application of pesticides in and around their home. Unfortunately, the one size fits all lawn care program offered by the national firms often include weed killers & insecticides which may not be needed […]

Irrigation Tips for Installation & Care

Posted on April 29th, 2015 by John Foegley

All irrigation systems are not created equal. Be sure your new irrigation system is designed and installed as follows to conserve water and reduce water and electrical bills! Be sure your system provides “head to head” coverage and that nozzles provides “matched precipitation. A rain sensor will prevent the system from running during rain. Better, […]