One of the ways we provide superior service is through the use of sample walls and mock-ups. Friday we constructed such a wall for a client near Banner Elk who has an embarrassment of stone. By building a sample, we were able to define the style to the satisfaction of the clients and determine pricing for future projects.
The owner's lot was used as a dumping ground for 1000 tons of stone, which is a fantastic opportunity for wall building.
The large, angular blocks of granite lend themselves to a rough polygonal pattern. We used a style of coping to anchor the top of the wall.
I also provided a service for this client that was unique and interesting. The owners had a problem with people using their property as a cut -through to a nearby trail, and vandals had destroyed a tubular metal gate. I suggested using an excavator to create barricades and block access to the property.
I buried these posts and dug up some large boulders to place on top. Then dug a pit behind for good measure. I wanted to let people know the owners mean business about keeping people off their property.
Another recent project involved building a drystone patio for clients in Banner Elk. We used extra large slabs of chocolate grey stone, and collaborated with Landscaping by Travis to add Irish Moss, Creeping Thyme, and a purple clematis.
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