HARDSCAPE PRACTICES
At Pando Landscapes when it comes to patios, walkways and wall systems longevity is top priority. Without longevity, any enjoyment brought by a lovely design will soon give way to frustration and system failure. Pando Landscapes ensures the use of best practices throughout the installation process.
Here are just a few example of practices that set us apart:
Qulaity Materials
It all begins with the ingredients. Material selection is incredibly important. Quality materials implemented in accordance with ASTM, ICPI and/or manufacturers protocols will significantly extend the lifespan of your build. Pando Landscapes works frivolously to keep updated on all standards of the institution previously mentioned. Beyond that, Pando explores innovative solutions constantly being introduced to the industry. Its not only the materials you choose, but also how you use them.
Proper Compaction
It all starts with subsoil compaction. It is a fundamental piece of a successful build. Geotextile fabric is then use to distribute weight and increase soil stability. Once geotextile fabric has been installed, proper base materials must be added and compacted in lifts, compacting several inches at a time. The importance of compaction does not end there, once pavers are installed they too must be lightly compacted with the proper equipment to ensure maximum stability. Using proper means of mechanical compaction is absolutely paramount to the success of the build. Failure to properly compact the several layers of hardscape projects is one of the most common reasons for future failure.
Additional REINFORCEMENT
Just one example of how we take extra steps to reinforce our projects is our use of concrete paver edging. Commonly, landscape companies will use plastic edge restraints with metal pins to help hold patios and/or walkways in place. Instead, Pando Landscapes used cement to brace the paver edges. In addition, we use bent rebar to add additional support to the corners.
For wall systems, geogrid material is used to tie courses of retaining wall block securely into the earth behind the build. It is essential for wall over a certain height, but should be used wherever possible.
