Topic: Blog

How do I know which Contractor to choose….?

The most stressful part of any project seems to be finding the right contractor these days.   Over the past several years, there have been many “duds” so to say when it comes to contractors.    Due to this, half of the time when we meet up with customers on our first consultation is earning the trust… Read more »

In the market for a retaining wall?

Seeings how Textured Terrain are Certified installers of this state of the art retaining wall/ earth erosion system, we thought we would give a run through of what it really is in detail. So What Is Flex MSE? Flex MSE is a Cost Effective, Sustainable and Permanent –  Engineered Solution. The Flex MSE  Vegetated Wall System uses the… Read more »

The classic Driveway “Cover up”

When it comes to Concrete, what If we said the cheaper fix actually costs you more, does that make sense?     When explained in detail it makes a lot of sense.   We receive a lot of feedback when it comes to the pricing of concrete, especially on new driveway installs.   Well, there are many factors that… Read more »

Foundation Cracks 101

Cracks and Regina basements go together like peanut butter and jelly – you rarely see one without the other. Cracks are never a good sign, but they are pretty common and, depending on the type and severity of crack, can be nothing to worry about or a huge problem. Let’s look at a few different… Read more »

Winter Foundation Care

This past summer in Saskatchewan was tough on foundations. The dry, drought-like conditions caused the soil to contract and crack. As the winter weather comes the soil expands as it freezes, pushing against your foundation. This can cause your foundation to heave and crack. This year’s mild weather is especially troubling – the constant freezing… Read more »

Starting On The Ground Floor With Basement Repair

          Anyone growing up in Regina has seen firsthand how structures and foundations can shift and sink in our soil. This can leave concrete basement floors broken and cracked, which can affect plumbing, flooring and more. The dry summer of 2017 certainly hasn’t helped matters, resulting in many basement floors throughout… Read more »

Get Your Lawn Ready for Winter

It’s safe to say that this Saskatchewan summer took its toll on lawns in Regina. Drought-like conditions left many lawns yellow and cracked, despite our best efforts. With winter on its way, it’s time to set up our lawn for success next spring. Here are a few things you can do to get your grass… Read more »

Concrete Reasons For the Best Driveway Possible

When it comes to selecting a surface for your driveway, you may be torn between concrete and asphalt – the two most popular driveway options. But nothing beats the look, feel, value and durability of concrete. Here a few reasons you should choose concrete for your driveway. Curb appeal, right to the curb A concrete… Read more »

Low Water Lawn Care

It’s been a hot, dry summer in Saskatchewan. And while people aren’t yet calling it a full-blown drought, the province did experience one of the lowest precipitation levels for the month ever. As you’ve probably noticed, these arid days take their toll on your yard; grass yellows and gardens can shrivel in the simmering sun…. Read more »

Keep Your Sprinklers Sprinkling

An underground sprinkler system is one of the easiest ways to keep your lawn looking its best. It saves you time by not having to drag a sprinkler and hose around the front and backyard, it saves resources by using less water and it saves you money on your water bill over watering by hand…. Read more »