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A large house with a porch and stairs leading up to it.
Brown horizontal slat fence with a gate in a snowy outdoor setting.
January 27, 2026
Can fences be built in winter? Learn ideal temps, permit timing, heave risks, and repair options for wood, vinyl, and aluminum in the GTA.
Person wearing orange gloves trimming dried flower heads; wearing red vest and blue shirt.
January 21, 2026
Reduce slips and claims with clear routes, smart stockpiles, de-icer selection, signage, and inspections. A winter safety checklist for GTA properties.
Stone steps wind uphill in a garden, surrounded by greenery and a small red-leafed tree.
January 13, 2026
Discover which trees and shrubs benefit from dormant pruning, ideal timing in Ontario, and clean-cut techniques that reduce disease and improve structure.
Stone steps ascend a hillside garden with trees and plants in sunlight.
January 7, 2026
Beat the rush. Use 3D design to finalize patios, lighting, and plantings now and lock in 2026 build dates across Mississauga, Burlington, and Milton.
Snow-covered brick pathway in a curved pattern.
December 23, 2025
Stop winter damage with polymeric sand, drainage fixes, edge restraints, and sealing. Ontario guide to safeguarding patios, walks, and driveways.
Person using a snow blower to clear a sidewalk covered in deep snow.
December 17, 2025
How many inches trigger plowing? See timelines, service levels, and site priorities for residential and commercial snow clearing in the west GTA.
Person in gloves spreading salt on a snow-covered surface with a shovel.
December 9, 2025
Compare rock salt vs. calcium chloride and pet-safe blends. Protect concrete, pavers, and plants while keeping walkways safe in Mississauga and Oakville.
A black front door decorated with wreaths and red bows, flanked by white columns and greenery, Christmas scene.
December 3, 2025
Festive, low-maintenance winter planters for Mississauga, Oakville >TA. Get cold-hardy combos, container and lighting tips from Breakaway Landscaping.
White yard waste bags filled with green and brown plant debris.
November 25, 2025
What should you prune in November, and what should wait? See Ontario-safe pruning lists, burlap wrapping, salt-spray protection, and evergreen watering tips.
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