#Lawncare

Aug 3, 2019
2 min

Fixing Common Summer Lawn Problems

I know, you worked hard all spring to have an amazing lawn. Now...while staring out across your property you can see the crab grass, dry spots and even the bare areas. It can be discouraging but we want to help give you the answers to start fixing it now and how to avoid it in the future! We will lay out the problem (Scroll down if the current one doesn't apply) Give you two plans. 1. How to address the problem now. 2. How to make sure it doesn't happen next year. Leave the

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Jun 3, 2019
1 min

Lawn care is more than mowing!

How many of us have dreamed of having "that lawn" - you know, the one that sticks out because its full, has no crab grass and is perfectly green? That doesn't happen by running the mower once a week and raking the clippings. That takes time that most of us don't have or would rather spend with the family! Here is a list of lawn care options that a professional company should be able to provide or things you can take care of on your own to create the perfect yard! 1. Weekly La

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May 28, 2019
2 min

Fighting Ticks and Mosquitoes

We all know the fight of ticks and mosquitoes in the northeast but many of us are not aware that there are lawn care and methods to help protect your family and lawn against them both! While these methods are not exhaustive we have added a few other tools we have found handy as well. Mosquitoes: These guys are so pesky and obnoxious. Having to swat them away all night and dealing with the itch for the next few days can be prevented! Many people do not know that they feed off

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Mar 25, 2019
2 min

4 ways to get ready for spring!

Are you sick and tired of not having the best looking yard in the neighborhood? You worked all spring and summer last year just to have dead spots all over? Try out these simple tips this year and give us some feedback! #1. Clean the yard of all debris Debris can do much more damage than causing a sore sight! By taking a few minutes and removing the existing limbs, stones and other items from the lawn you can prevent your lawn being destroyed in that area and your lawn equipm

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

Hillside Landscaping Makeover In The Finger Lakes Region.

The owners of this beautiful home, in the Finger Lakes Region of New York, were looking for a landscaping solution to their front yard which also happened to be a hill. They wanted something that would be easy to maintain and would hold its form and beauty even on a steep slope. The results add the curb appeal that this house deserves! To start your project click here #landscaping #landscape #landscapephotography #landscapedesign #photography #garden #gardening #landscapes #d

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

Beautiful Stone Walkway.

These beautiful Umbriano pavers can be installed many different ways by mixing paver sizes and color. The possibilities are endless and the results are a one of a kind walkway or patio. This custom walkway we completed in Horseheads, NY adds so much curb appeal to this beautiful home. We offer full warranties for our work. To start your project click here #landscaping #landscape #landscapephotography #landscapedesign #photography #garden #gardening #landscapes #design #landsc

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

Stone Fire Pit.

This new stone fire pit on Keuka Lake is built to stand the test of time. Using Valencia from Techo Bloc we constructed a simple but elegant look so the owners can enjoy a nice fire with a great view of the lake. To start your project click here #landscaping #landscape #landscapephotography #landscapedesign #photography #garden #gardening #landscapes #design #landscaper #architecture #lawncare #lawn #patio #hardscaping #pavers #gardendesign #plants #photographer

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

New Poolside Custom Gas Fire Pit.

This gas powered pool side fire pit gives your family a great place to hang out and enjoy the outdoors. The dark Techo Bloc top adds a nice contrast that sets this landscape piece apart. This custom stone work will set apart any patio or backyard! Check it out below! To start your project click here #landscaping #landscape #landscapephotography #landscapedesign #photography #garden #gardening #landscapes #design #landscaper #architecture #lawncare #lawn #patio #hardscaping #p

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

New Three Urn Water Feature.

When a customer says "go all out" we make it happen! This Three Urn Water Feature was a really fun landscaping project. The result is a head turning focal point located at Phillip's Funeral Home in Corning, NY. We take great pride in creating beatiful landscapes that are built to stand the test of time. To start your project click here #landscaping #landscape #landscapephotography #landscapedesign #photography #garden #gardening #landscapes #design #landscaper #architecture #

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

New Composite Deck With Landscaping and Pavers.

What a difference in the curb appeal of this Corning, NY home. We replaced the old worn concrete walkway to the front door with beautifully arranged pavers dressed up with some greenery and stone. The result is a much more inviting entrance to the home. We then replaced the front deck and stairs with a new composite deck equipped with landscape lighting to give the home a great look both during the day and at night. The overgrown shrubbery was replaced with some flowering pla

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

Custom Retaining Wall Installation Around Inground Pool.

A retaining wall that also doubles as a seating area? This custom built retaining wall was built with our customers needs in mind. We met our customer at our supplier and took the time to walk through the many displays to find the perfect product and color for them. With limited space around the inground pool, Preferred Landscaping used techo bloc with the color shale gray. We added an onyx black cap for a beautiful accent to the retaining wall and home. What’s so special abo

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

Custom Poolside Gas Fire Pit.

When you live in Upstate, NY there is a very short yearly time period when you can enjoy your backyard pool. This customer wanted to add a custom gas fire pit to their poolside so that they could extend their outdoor entertaining space into those not so pool friendly months. We used a premium Techo Bloc to create this awesome gas powered fire pit. To start your project click here #landscaping #landscape #landscapephotography #landscapedesign #photography #garden #gardening #l

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

Pool Side Patio Landscaping Makeover by Preferred Landscaping

Remember this landscaping project from last year? We built this beautiful multi leveled retaining wall previously for this Corning, NY client. The hired us back on to complete a full patio to match that surrounds their in-ground pool. We used a rustic slab paver from Belgard (color: Stable) with a black onyx border to give it a nice contrast. As with all of our projects, we took the necessary measures to make sure that this one was built to last. That meant installing a drain

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

New Hydroseeding and Lawn Landscape Drainage System.

When you decide to build a new home there are countless things to consider. From the appliances to the wall colors and floor treatments, decisions tend to pile up. One thing that is sometimes an afterthought is what to do to cover up the mess left behind by the construction crew. Nobody wants to have a beautiful new home with a muddy mess for a yard. Proper drainage of the property is something else that can be largely important to keeping it livable and free from water damag

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Jan 29, 2019
1 min

Preferred Landscaping Unveils Impressive Display at The Windmill in Penn Yan, NY

The Windmill, in Penn Yan, New York, is a hot spot market for everything in the name of farm and crafts. Thousands of people from all over central and western New York gather to shop and experience all the great things The Windmill has to offer. We thought it was the perfect place for a little taste of what Preferred Landscaping has to offer. The challenge was trying to show a little bit of everything we are known for in such a small space. We started with a nice multi-colore

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Jan 28, 2019
1 min

Backyard Custom Natural Stone Patio With a Gas Fire Pit and Landscaping.

These clients in Corning, New York have a beautiful home with a breathtaking pergola on the back patio. They were looking for a fire pit area for entertaining to match the beauty of the home. We 📷designed a uniquely shaped patio to fit the space using all natural blue stone, a chateau limestone step and a gas fire pit. The final result is a outdoor living space that it built to last generations. Want a backyard makeover of your own? To start your project click here #landscap

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Jan 27, 2019
1 min

Three trendy patio design inlays to give your back yard an instant upgrade.

Single color patios can be boring. That is why many people across the country are getting creative with their patios. Lets take a look at the top three inlays done last year. #1. The Circular Pattern (Light). A circular pattern in a typical paver patio can add interest and contrast to a typical square patio. This particular patio was done with the color Montauk Blue from Cambridge pavers. Adding additional interest notice how the pavers on the border in the color coal wher

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Jan 27, 2019
1 min

Landscaping Solution to Drainage Problem

This Corning, NY customer came to us with a drainage problem in their yard. They were unable to grow grass because of the terrible drainage that destroyed every attempt to seed. We dug a path in the yard and installed a strategic draining system to direct water away from the yard. We finished off the project with a beautiful white stone walkway bordered with Belguin Blocks to give it a nice contrast. As you can see, they no longer have trouble growing grass in their new yard.

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Jan 27, 2019
1 min

Custom Paver Patio With a Fire Pit and Landscaping

This Horseheads, NY customer already had a nice little back deck for entertaining, but they really wanted to complete their backyard living space with a patio and fire pit combination. This space already had a concrete slab at the end of the deck stairs. If the slab was left visible it would really become an eyesore compared to the new paver patio being build, so we removed and covered the area where the slab was and created a nice curved walk way that ties into the patio bea

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