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The Ultimate Guide to Utah Landscape Design
TL;DR: Complete landscape design Utah guide for Salt Lake City. Planning, hardscaping, irrigation, planting—water-wise outdoor spaces. Pro design-build available. Utah’s high-desert climate, clay soil, and water restrictions demand thoughtful landscape design. This guide covers planning, construction, irrigation, and maintenance for…
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Outdoor Kitchens, Fire Pits & Living Spaces That Add Value
TL;DR: Outdoor kitchens Salt Lake City: $15k–$75k (grill, sink, fridge, cover). Fire pits $2.5k–$8k. ROI 50–70%, adds 10–20% home value. 9-month use. Outdoor kitchens, covered patios, and fire pits transform Utah yards into second living rooms. Salt Lake City homeowners…
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Landscapers’ Top 10 Utah Yard Trends for 2026
TL;DR: Landscapers Salt Lake City 2026: Xeriscape ($8k–$25k), outdoor living ($15k–$75k), smart irrigation ($800–$3k), native gardens, pavers. 2026 landscape trends in Salt Lake City solve real problems: water restrictions, clay soil, maintenance overload, and unusable outdoor spaces. The best landscapers…
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How to Choose the Right Patio Material for Salt Lake City
TL;DR: Patio construction Salt Lake City: Pavers ($15–25 / sq ft) best for freeze-thaw. Concrete ($8–15) cracks in 10–20 years. Stone ($20–40) lasts 50 + years. Utah’s freeze-thaw cycles crack concrete patios fast. Patio construction decisions matter; choose wrong and…
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Top 7 Backyard Design Trends for Utah Homes in 2026
TL;DR: Landscape design trends for Utah in 2026: Multi-level patios ($15k–$50k), xeriscape ($8k–$25k), permeable pavers ($18–30/sq ft), outdoor lighting ($2.5k–$8k). Landscape design in Salt Lake City is evolving toward water-wise, multi-functional outdoor spaces that extend Utah’s usable season. Hot summers…
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Simms Free Guide to Planning Your Spring Landscape Project
TL;DR: Landscaping Salt Lake City spring guide: Plan Jan–Feb, cleanup March, aerate April, plant after Mother’s Day (mid-May). Budget $2k–$15k. Book early. Spring landscaping in Salt Lake City requires careful timing around Utah’s unpredictable weather. Late-May frosts kill plants installed…
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Retaining Walls for Salt Lake City Yards: Stability & Style
TL;DR: Retaining walls Salt Lake City: Block $15–30/sq ft, boulder $30–60/sq ft, concrete $40–80/sq ft. Walls <4 ft usually don’t need a permit. Drainage is non-negotiable if you want it to last. Sloped lots and poor drainage cause serious problems…
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Spring Sprinkler Startup Salt Lake City How-To Guide
TL;DR: Spring sprinkler startup in Salt Lake City (late March–May). Turn on water slowly, inspect for freeze damage, test zones. Pro service $80–150. Winter freeze-thaw cycles in Salt Lake City crack pipes, damage valves, and shift sprinkler heads in clay…
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Utah Sprinkler Winterization Tips
TL;DR: Sprinkler winterization in Salt Lake City protects your irrigation system from freeze damage. Complete the process between late October and early November by blowing out water from all zones with an air compressor, draining backflow preventers, and shutting down…
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