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A man is working on a patio in front of a house.
A house entrance decorated with yellow and blue Christmas lights and lanterns, snow on the bushes.
December 9, 2025
Design festive lighting that’s durable, low‑voltage, and code‑safe. Improve visibility on steps, walkways, and patios without damaging stone or pavers.
Person shoveling snow from a brick driveway, wearing blue jacket and jeans, in front of a house.
December 3, 2025
Which ice melt is safe for concrete and pavers? Get expert tips on CMA, sand, sealing, and winter care to protect patios, steps, and driveways across Durham.
Outdoor patio with a dining table, seating area, pergola, and a shed.
November 29, 2025
Plan an interlocking patio for Ontario weather. Get tips on base prep, materials, drainage, lighting, and maintenance from Durham Hardscapes in Port Perry. Start your backyard upgrade today.
Metal grates in a concrete trench beside a building, surrounded by rocks and grass.
November 25, 2025
French drains and catch basins for wet fall weather. See costs, performance, and when each solves pooling around patios, walkways, and driveways.
Upscale modern house with stone facade, two-car garage, and patterned driveway. Lush landscaping.
November 22, 2025
Explore the full interlocking driveway journey—permits, prep work, and expert installation—for a smooth upgrade with Durham Hardscapes.
Gravel driveway leading to a brick house with a low stone wall and lawn. Trees and blue sky in background.
November 19, 2025
Understand Durham Region rules for driveway installs and extensions. Learn permit triggers, setbacks, materials, and timelines to plan a compliant upgrade in Ontario.
Stone steps lead to a patio with white chairs, bar, and Canadian flag. Lush green plants flank the steps.
November 11, 2025
Host comfortably outdoors this Thanksgiving. Upgrade walkways, patio seating, and lighting with safe, durable hardscape ideas for Port Perry, Whitby, and Oshawa.
Stone steps leading up to a paved path, surrounded by rocks and greenery.
November 5, 2025
Get patios, walkways, steps, and drainage ready for freeze‑thaw in Durham Region. Durham Hardscapes shares sealing, sand, and de‑icer tips before winter.
A patio with a fire pit and chairs overlooking a lake.
October 29, 2025
Explore the advantages of using jumbo flagstone to create elegant and enduring outdoor surfaces.
There is a fire pit in the middle of the patio.
October 21, 2025
Discover how a personalized firepit can transform your backyard into a warm, inviting retreat perfect for celebrating the holidays.
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