Landscaping

Driveway Paving Cost

If you have a driveway that’s badly cracked, uneven, and pools water, let our equipment and skill effortlessly remove and dispose of this problem. Once the old driveway is removed, we carefully prepare the sub-base using structural materials and mechanical compaction, accomplishing the first and almost always overlooked step in the building of a long lasting driveway or patio that won’t crack. This single most important step serves to keep your driveway, patio or sidewalks stable over the long-run, regardless of whether they are finished with concrete or pavers. Additionally, we ensure that there is adequate drainage so that water cannot cause sub-surface erosion and ensuing slab failure or depressions in paver work. By employing a company such as Boondock Equipment West to do the work, you’ll get all this in one package, you’ll be sure of your investment, and you’ll enjoy a driveway that looks great for years to come.

At Boondock Equipment West we specialize in contracting work to build driveways, curb cuts and sidewalks. The type of driveway that you choose will depend on your needs, the characteristics of your property and soil conditions, as well as weather patterns in your area. For example, steep driveways in West Vancouver that are subject to icing over during the winter require special considerations. Asphalt driveways are economical but do not always perform well over time, especially when subject to heavy vehicles. In most cases however, they serve a purpose, are quick to install and less costly. Concrete driveways are ideal for both businesses and residences that demand durability and attractive finish. When properly installed and correctly reinforced, concrete driveways last the longest and the surface remains relatively unblemished by weather and the course of [...]

By |October 18th, 2013|Landscaping|Comments Off|

Build Retaining Wall

Many properties in Vancouver employ the use of retaining walls in their landscape for both practical and aesthetic reasons. Retaining walls can be as simple and elegant as a “dry fit” stone installation, or as modern as architectural concrete. Regardless of the finish, it is important that the base of the wall is excavated and prepared carefully, and that special drainage is installed behind and near the base of the wall to ensure strength and reduce the chance of slides and unwanted water buildup. I have seen many nicely done retaining walls that have left out these underlying steps and resulted in wall failures and wet soggy yards.

At Boondock, we not only dig and prepare for retaining walls, we also prescribe and install a drainage system that protects the landscape and home within the larger context of water issues on sloped land. Excavation is just one step in this process. We have both the ability and knowledge to ensure that all steps are performed properly so that your investment is a happy and lasting one.
If you have questions about building a retaining wall or if you are in the process of getting quotes for having one built, do not hesitate to call us at 604-306-1321 for a quote.  Or fill in the form on the right hand side of this site.
 

By |October 17th, 2013|Landscaping|Comments Off|

Stump Removal

Stump removal is is a difficult task for the ordinary person, and something that many people must deal with. Tree stump removal is essential for a number of reasons. Trees that have died from disease or advanced age or trees that have been partially knocked down due to extenuating circumstances must be removed in their entirety, especially if other structures, landscape or otherwise, are desired over the area.

Tree stumps can be unsightly, represent an impediment to cutting grass and using your yard, and are simply in the way of any plans you may have to develop the area.

Tree stump removal should be performed by a professional company due to the need for powerful equipment, and the experience required to safely remove them. For example, underground services must be located prior to removal such as delicate plastic gas lines which can be severed or pulled apart if they are near, or growing through the tree roots. These can be delicate situations and must be handled by a professional company in order to complete the work safely and without causing damage and additional costs. When removing large tree stumps, it is recommended to fill the remaining void with structural material such as sand or gravel in order to prevent settlement over the area. Grinding a stump and building over it is not a good practice. Let us take the difficulty of this job from your hands, fast, easy and safely.

If you have tree stumps that need to be removed and you are looking for someone who is qualified in stump removal, call us for a quote at 604-306-1321 or fill in our quote form to the right. You can get an accurate quote either way. Enjoy the peace of [...]

By |October 17th, 2013|Landscaping|Comments Off|