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title: Back 40 Landscaping Blog | Tips and Insights for Your Outdoor Space (24)
description: Discover expert tips, ideas, and landscaping insights on the Back 40 Landscaping blog. Get inspired to enhance your outdoor space in Abbotsford, BC! (24)
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# Landscaping + Retaining Wall Resources

#### Your Guide to Beautiful, Durable, and Functional Outdoor Spaces

[![](https://back40landscaping.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/cost-patio-3--Nov-16-2024-08-15-42-1727-AM.png?width=365&name=cost-patio-3--Nov-16-2024-08-15-42-1727-AM.png) ](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/best-outdoor-living-space)

## [Best Outdoor Living Space](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/best-outdoor-living-space)

 Oct. 14, 2021 | [Outdoor Living](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/tag/outdoor-living)

There is no greater feeling than coming home after a long work day, and heading outside to relax. If your backyard does not bring you joy when you walk outside, it could be time to upgrade your space. When you have a useable space that you can truly...

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## [Top Landscapers Near Me](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/top-landscapers-near-me)

 Oct. 13, 2021 | [Fraser Valley Landscaping](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/tag/fraser-valley-landscaping)

When it comes to your space, you want to be able to look out your window and enjoy the scenery around you. Whether you are getting routine maintenance done, or are starting a big project, having a landscaper that you can trust to do the job right,...

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## [What Are the Main Types of Gravel Used For Landscaping?](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/what-are-the-main-types-of-gravel-used-for-landscaping)

 Oct. 06, 2021 | [Gravel](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/tag/gravel)

Gravel can be used for a variety of Landscaping projects, and can turn almost any outdoor space from looking drab to modern and clean. While prices of gravel vary, most homeowners and landscapers alike can agree that gravel is a fairly cost...

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[![](https://back40landscaping.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Arvid-gravel-renovation-order-1-1-1024x636-1-4.jpg?width=365&name=Arvid-gravel-renovation-order-1-1-1024x636-1-4.jpg) ](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/how-much-does-a-gravel-driveway-cost)

## [How Much Does A Gravel Driveway Cost?](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/how-much-does-a-gravel-driveway-cost)

 Oct. 01, 2021 | [Gravel](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/tag/gravel)

Whether you are wanting a place to park your RV, trailer, or looking for an extra parking spot for your new “N” driver, gravel parking and driveways are an easy way to get extra space on your property, without the cost and hassle of putting in a...

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[![](https://back40landscaping.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Untitled-design-1.jpg?width=365&name=Untitled-design-1.jpg) ](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/how-to-budget-for-your-french-drain-installation)

## [How To Budget For Your French Drain Installation](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/how-to-budget-for-your-french-drain-installation)

 Sep. 22, 2021 | [French Drains](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/tag/french-drains)

When starting most landscaping projects, or getting a quote, homeowners normally tell contractors what they are looking to get done, and the contractor gives them a price for that job. You might be surprised to find out that for a French Drain...

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## [How To Set Your Expectations For Your French Drain System](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/how-to-set-your-budget-for-your-french-drain-system)

 Sep. 17, 2021 | [French Drains](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/tag/french-drains)

When thinking about what your budget is going to be for a drainage system, you might be surprised that your expectations set what kind of French Drain system you get, and sets what your budget should be. French drain systems are a great way to make...

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[![](https://back40landscaping.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/20210329_110309-copy-scaled-1.jpg?width=365&name=20210329_110309-copy-scaled-1.jpg) ](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/french-drain-reviews)

## [French Drain Reviews](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/french-drain-reviews)

 Sep. 08, 2021 | [French Drains](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/tag/french-drains)

There is nothing more frustrating than wanting to enjoy your backyard, only to find that it is waterlogged and unusable! Luckily, having a French drain system installed will remedy this, and you will be back to using your yard in no time. There are...

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[![](https://back40landscaping.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/20120911-expocrete-location-shots-0001-scaled-1-1.jpg?width=365&name=20120911-expocrete-location-shots-0001-scaled-1-1.jpg) ](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/how-to-make-sure-your-retaining-wall-lasts)

## [How To Make Sure Your Retaining Wall Lasts](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/how-to-make-sure-your-retaining-wall-lasts)

 Sep. 02, 2021 | [Retaining Walls](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/tag/retaining-walls)

You may think that all retaining walls are pretty much built the same, and will last around the same amount of time, if the materials used to build the wall are similar. If you look around any neighbourhood, you will find some walls that are...

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## [What Is A Retaining Wall?](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/what-is-a-retaining-wall)

 Aug. 27, 2021 | [Retaining Walls](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/tag/retaining-walls)

Drive through any neighbourhood and you will see a variety of different types of retaining walls. You will see wooden retaining walls, concrete walls, standing walls, and wall systems that have fallen over. Some retaining walls can drastically add...

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## [Allan Block Retaining Wall Reviews](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/allan-block-retaining-wall-reviews)

 Aug. 27, 2021 | [Retaining Walls](https://back40landscaping.ca/education-center/tag/retaining-walls)

When getting calls about replacing an old retaining wall, we usually hear one of two things. Either the customers wood retaining wall is falling apart due to age or water damage, or their concrete wall is failing. Almost all customers want their...

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