Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and is one of our favorite times of the year. This holiday is a time where we all get to strengthen our bonds with our friends and family, and enjoy many traditions of the season, such as decorating homes. Plus, as Pennsylvanians, our customers have said that they enjoy embracing some of the more unique aspects of Thanksgiving in our …
Retaining walls are a popular, timeless feature of residential and commercial landscapes. They have a natural appealing look, they organize and enhance other landscape features such as flower beds, they help prevent soil erosion, and they added property value. All of these are significant reasons why home and business owners continue to request them. Each landscape is diffe…
Like plenty of other homeowners, you may have a sloped backyard, whether your home rests on a single big hill, or your backyard is covered in smaller slopes. Hills and slopes present opportunities to make your landscape stand out and use the space to your advantage. Tiered flower beds can create unique and visually appealing gardens. Stairs take advantage of slopes and hill…
Do you want to build in your backyard but find that your landscape is too hilly or uneven? If so, land grading can help make your landscape smooth, even, and more usable. Burkholder Landscape can re-grade property whether homeowners want to increase the landscape’s usability, make a level area for building special features, or to mitigate drainage issues.
When days begin to get shorter and the nights become a little longer, homeowners start thinking about adding landscape lighting around their homes. Homeowners also need to think about what their biggest needs are and the potential benefits of outdoor lighting, such as safety illumination of all the beautiful plants and landscape features throughout your property.
One of the coziest additions you can make to your home is a permanent outdoor firepit. Permanent firepits have become more popular landscape features in recent years, due to the enhanced ambiance, improved social atmosphere, year-round versatility, and added value to your home. Burkholder offers some of the benefits of having a permanent outdoor firepit.
With summer heat in full swing, homeowners seek out ways to stay cool. While the indoor solutions are obvious (fans, air conditioners), a few landscape design features can help keep your home and landscape cooler. Shade structures keep you cool outdoors, while trees and shrubs can also help you stay cool indoors. Here are a few landscape design features that help keep you a…
Sir Sprinkler has provided irrigation systems and solutions to the Main Line area for years, particularly Rain Bird sprinkler systems. Rain Bird entered the irrigation industry early, forming in 1933. Since then, Rain Bird has created irrigation products that emphasize smart technology, water conservation, and high-quality materials. Those are a few of the reasons why we fr…
An immaculate landscape adds plenty of beauty and curb appeal to your home. But overall, is landscaping a good investment? While the specific value may vary, landscaping is a good investment, for an increased future sale price and for your family’s enjoyment of your landscape. From well-maintained plants to structures like pergolas, pools and spas, quality landscaping adds …
