HOME & GARDEN
Add instant appeal with pavers
GAIN QUICK CURB APPEAL THAT LASTS WITH PAVERS THAT COMPLEMENT YOUR LOWCOUNTRY HOME.
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BEAUTY, COMFORT and QUALITY – three words that sum up what every homeowner desires of their home. Oftentimes, we place the emphasis on interior features, but when you live in the Lowcountry you can take advantage of the mild climate to enhance your outdoor features, too! There are many ways to improve the exterior beauty of your home and extend your living areas to the outdoors using hardscape products. Let’s start with the driveway. Whether you’re building a new construction or remodeling an existing home, the first thing guests see when they pull up to your home is the driveway. Though concrete is normally the standard choice, it certainly is not the wisest. Many people will choose concrete simply because it’s slightly cheaper, not taking into consideration that the concrete will eventually crack and need replacing. When that happens, you could repour only the damaged area, but the new concrete will not match the existing concrete color, leaving a less than desirable look. Or, you could simply go to the expense of completely replacing the entire driveway.
On the other hand, pavers will not crack, and if for any reason they do, a good paver resource company should offer a lifetime warranty that guarantees they’ll be replaced at no cost to you (it’s important to verify this before you buy). So while your initial investment might cost a little more upfront, you’ll definitely come out ahead in the long run. Not only will pavers end up saving you money, they also look beautiful! It’s incredible how easily a new paver driveway will completely change the look of your home. With a variety of 36