The frigid morning yesterday brought Calgary’s first frost into the city, which may have taken some by surprise. The frost warning may not have reached everyone, and some may have not taken the precautions to cover their plants and bring what they could inside. Whether you had a light or a hard frost will make…
For the few (but often magnificent) summer days we have in Alberta, we know that nobody wants to be stuck doing yardwork when they could be doing something so much more fun – especially at the cabin. There are so many other reasons to be at the cabin than yard upkeep. Quite often, location and…
If you are often ending up with huge puddles in your yard, you should be concerned – especially if they are near your foundation. The constant moisture will almost certainly cause non-structural damage, which may end up being structural damage if not tended to. Structural damage interferes with the overall stability of your home, causing…
Hiring a contractor to help with your home at any time is nerve-wracking. You are putting your trust (and your hard-earned dollars) in the skill and expertise of others, and are reliant on their honesty, integrity, and ability to deliver on their promises. When you don’t feel as if you are being listened to, the…
So far this summer there have been 10 tornadoes recorded in Alberta, with four touching down on a single day at the beginning of July. The affected areas were near the towns of Keoma, Acme, Trochu, and Brooks. The most recent tornado was on July 12 near Nanton, with winds reaching up to 150 kilometres…
Landscape construction consists of all of the projects we can perform to beautify your yard that do not consist of things growing and green. When you think of landscape construction, think of walkways, patios, water features, retaining walls, and wooden decks and fences on both residential and commercial properties. All of these property additions are…
Our yards are our personal oases, and summertime provides us with many long and lovely days to enjoy our outdoor spaces. In addition to increasing your enjoyment of your home and property, statistics say that investing in your landscaping also increases the overall value of your property. According to Home Guide’s article, “Does Landscaping Increase…
We’re all spending more time at home these days, but the good thing is that it’s finally summertime in Calgary. Our outdoor spaces await! It’s the ultimate summer to sit around a fire pit in your yard with your family and cohort, enjoying the night sky and the company of each other. All of our…
Let’s face it, there’s nothing good about mosquitoes. Their bites are painful, they itch, and make everyone uncomfortable. Their persistence can completely ruin a backyard barbecue, a night on the patio, or a hike through the forest. They’re fast and wily – here one moment, there another, and the high-pitched whine they make means one…
One of our specialties at Mirage Landscaping is new sod installation, which always freshens up a yard or commercial property. There’s nothing like a flawless expanse of green to cause someone to slow down and really enjoy their surroundings. It can seem like an expense, but the reality is that a new sod installation not…