Hardscape planning and construction services are critical for establishing functional and visually appealing exterior environments that boost your property’s value and appeal.
These services encompass everything from the beginning discussion and design phase to the completion installation, ensuring a smooth process customized for your unique needs. If you’re dreaming of a serene patio for lounging or a welcoming walkway that directs family and friends through your landscape, expert landscape construction services blend artistry with technical expertise. By selecting quality materials like pavers, granite, or stamped finishes, and ensuring proper construction, these services offer long-lasting, beautifully crafted outcomes that blend with your property and resist the changing seasons.
Concrete is a popular choice for patios and walkways due to its versatility, durability, and low maintenance requirements. At Fasano Landscaping, we offer a variety of concrete finishes to suit your aesthetic preferences, including stamped, stained, and exposed aggregate concrete. Whether you’re envisioning a sleek, contemporary patio or a simple, functional walkway, our concrete installations provide a solid foundation that will enhance your outdoor space for years to come.
Benefits of Concrete:
For those seeking a more textured and traditional look, paver patios and walkways are an excellent choice. Fasano Landscaping offers a wide selection of pavers in various shapes, sizes, colors, and patterns, allowing you to create a truly custom design. Pavers are not only beautiful but also incredibly durable, making them ideal for both residential and commercial applications. Whether you’re looking to create a charming garden path or a grand patio for entertaining, our paver installations provide the perfect balance of form and function.
Benefits of Pavers:
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Step 1: Measuring & Marking the Area
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Step 2: Excavation & Site Preparation
A {solid|strong|properly prepared} {foundation|base|groundwork} is the {key|backbone|essential component} to a {durable|long-lasting|structurally sound} {paver installation|stone installation|paving system}. We {excavate|dig out|remove} and {eliminate|clear|haul away} {existing|old|previous} soil or {materials|debris|obstructions} to a {depth of 10″-12″|minimum of 10 inches|varied depth depending on conditions}, based on {soil conditions|ground stability|existing terrain}. This {creates|provides|establishes} the {necessary|required|ideal} space for a {properly|adequately|well} {compacted|compressed|densely packed} stone base, {preventing|reducing|eliminating} {future|long-term|eventual} {shifting|movement|settling}.
Step 3: Base Installation & Compaction
A {strong|solid|reinforced}, {well-compacted|densely packed|properly layered} base is {essential|critical|fundamental} for {stability|longevity|structural integrity}. We {install|lay down|spread} **¾” crushed stone** in {layers|increments|sections}, {compacting|pressing|tamping} each {layer|level|segment} to {maximize|optimize|ensure} {strength|firmness|support}. The base is {carefully|strategically|deliberately} {sloped|graded|angled} away from {buildings|structures|foundations} to {promote|allow|ensure} {proper drainage|effective water runoff|moisture control}. Once {compacted|leveled|secured}, we {add|apply|spread} a **1” bedding layer of screening sand or chip stone**, {creating|forming|establishing} a {smooth|even|level} {surface|base|foundation} for the {pavers|stones|brickwork}.
Step 4: Paver Installation & Custom Cutting
With the {foundation|base|groundwork} {in place|set|prepared}, we {carefully|precisely|strategically} {lay|position|arrange} each {paver|stone|brick} on the {prepared|leveled|bedding} {surface|layer|foundation}, {cutting|trimming|adjusting} them as {needed|required|necessary} to {fit|match|align with} the {design layout|intended pattern|chosen configuration} and {accommodate|work around|adjust for} {existing|pre-existing|current} {structures|obstacles|elements}.
Step 5: Edge Restraints & Surface Compaction
To {prevent|stop|eliminate} {shifting|movement|displacement} {over time|as the years pass|in the future}, we {secure|reinforce|stabilize} the {paver edges|outer perimeter|border sections} with **fiber-reinforced concrete or plastic edge restraints**, {depending on|based on|relative to} the {specific|unique|particular} {area|layout|installation}. The entire {surface|paver area|patio} is then {compacted|tamped down|pressed} using a {plate tamper|mechanical compactor|vibratory plate}, {ensuring|guaranteeing|securing} that the {pavers|stones|bricks} {settle evenly|lock into place|integrate} into the {bedding layer|foundation base|sand layer} for a {uniform|even|seamless} and {stable|secure|reinforced} finish.
Step 6: Joint Stabilization with Polymeric Sand
We {sweep|apply|fill} polymeric sand into the {joints|gaps|spaces} between {pavers|stones|bricks} to {lock them in place|bond them securely|reinforce their positioning}, {preventing|eliminating|stopping} {movement|looseness|displacement} and {inhibiting|reducing|blocking} {weed growth|weed intrusion|unwanted plant spread}. Once the {sand is applied|joints are filled|bonding agent is set}, we {lightly mist|gently spray|carefully water} the {surface|paver area|installation} with water to {activate|trigger|bond} the polymer, {creating|forming|ensuring} a {durable|long-lasting|weather-resistant}, {strong|reinforced|resilient} {joint structure|seal|bond}.
Step 7: Final Touches & Lawn Restoration
To {complete|finalize|wrap up} the {installation|process|project}, we {backfill|replenish|restore} the {edges|borders|surrounding areas} with {topsoil|fresh earth|quality soil} and {apply|spread|seed} grass seed to {restore|repair|blend with} any {areas|sections|spots} {disturbed|affected|altered} during {construction|the project|installation}, {ensuring|providing|delivering} a {seamless|natural|polished} {blend|transition|integration} with your {existing|current|original} {landscape|yard|property}.
By {focusing on|prioritizing|emphasizing} {expert site preparation|detailed groundwork|meticulous foundation work} and {precision installation|flawless execution|professional craftsmanship}, we {deliver|provide|guarantee} **high-quality|superior|top-tier} {paver surfaces|stone installations|landscaping features} that {enhance|elevate|boost} the {beauty|visual appeal|aesthetic} and {functionality|practical use|versatility} of your {outdoor space|yard|property}. With Fasano Landscaping, you can {trust|rely on|count on} that your {patio|driveway|walkway} will {remain|stay|continue looking} {strong|sturdy|resilient}, {stable|solid|well-secured}, and {visually stunning|aesthetic|appealing} for {years to come|decades|the long run}.
*Old Saybrook is located in Middlesex County with a latitude of 41.2923 and longitude of -72.3826. At the time of last census, the population was 10,481.
Old Saybrook is a classic coastal town where the Connecticut River meets Long Island Sound. With roots tracing back to the 1600s, it offers a rich blend of history, charm, and shoreline living. The town is known for its scenic marinas, small beaches, and antique shops lining Main Street. Katherine Hepburn famously lived here, and the local cultural arts center named in her honour still draws crowds for performances and film screenings. Old Saybrook’s year-round population of just over 10,000 swells in the summer, when vacationers arrive for boating, beach days, and relaxed seaside living. Fenwick, a quaint borough within the town, feels like stepping into a postcard with its historic homes and lighthouse. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life, access to the Shore Line East train for easy commuting, and a strong school system. Whether you’re walking the Causeway or watching the sunset over the Sound, Old Saybrook delivers quintessential New England coastal appeal.