Choosing Your Hardscape Materials

Starting a new hardscape project is always exciting. Focus on the work on hand—and not the worry about what are the right materials. Here are our tips on where to begin when your patio materials for your new outdoor living space. Related:…

GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR CONSULTATION WITH CKC LANDSCAPING

Meeting with your hardscape consultant to begin planning your outdoor space is an exciting time, but it can be a bit overwhelming too. There are so many choices to make. Relax. CKC Landscaping is a professional design/install company who will help…

The Hidden Costs of the “Low Bid”

So, you are thinking of an outdoor patio project, and you have interviewed a couple of hardscape contractors. You have received a few proposals and now it is time to evaluate.

Designing for a Small Outdoor Living Space

While an expansive yard gives plenty of room for design ideas, you can plan and design a stellar outdoor living area even if your yard is small by using a few of these design tricks.

Professional Landscape Lighting Tips

Professional landscape lighting adds another layer to any outdoor living space. Professional design and installation is always best, and these tips will produce stunningly attractive outdoor lighting that showcases a wide variety of options. For…

PRO TIP - Cleaning your Outdoor Grill

Learning how to clean a gas grill can help to extend your grill’s lifespan. If not removed, the carbon buildup and food residue remaining on the grill will form rust and damage its components. You will have to buy replacement parts or even a new gas…

2021 Outdoor Living Trends

As 2021 rapidly approaches, we see some outdoor living trends emerging. Many of which have been influenced by the rapid shifts in lifestyle caused by the pandemic. As more homeowners begin to think of their outdoor living spaces as an extension of…

Secrets of hiring a great hardscape contractor

For most homeowners, the hardest part of any outdoor living space project isn't the work itself – it's finding a competent and reliable hardscape company to do the job. Installing retaining walls, pavers, and roof structures are straightforward…