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HARDSCAPE HERO, Uncategorized - October 31, 2024
On October 3rd we celebrated Belgard’s 10th Annual Belgard HARDSCAPE HERO of the Year award ceremony at the historic Main Street Station in Richmond, Virginia When it comes to a partnership, the most important thing is trust. That’s why we’ve spent the last ten years building a program based on community, mutual respect and a... View Article
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Belgard contractors are used to creating show-stopping focal points for projects, but Nick Molter’s client had an unusual request for a truly one-of-a-kind hardscape element. The homeowners had been moving an antique garden fountain from house to house for more than a decade, and although it hadn’t worked in years, they wanted the ornate concrete... View Article
Rounding Up Our Best Outdoor Kitchen Inspiration for National Grilling Month
July is National Grilling Month, and if you’re ready for an upgrade from your freestanding bbq grill, now might be the time to think about an outdoor kitchen. Check out a few of our ideas for planning out the perfect addition to your summer entertaining style. Next-Level Outdoor Entertaining Belgard wrote the book (and... View Article
Father’s Day 2021 Gift Guide
Looking for a father’s day gift that says “we love you as much as you love your grill”? Look no further. Whether he’s a gadget connoisseur or a “get your hands dirty” kind of guy, we’ve got you covered. Here are our top 10 picks for 2021: Ring Smart Lighting Ring Smart Lighting has outdoor... View Article
Set up a Comfortable and Productive Home Office in the Great Outdoors
2020 redefined the term “office,” with many people spending the better part of the year working from kitchen counters, dining tables, folding trays, and even more random spots around their houses. If your employer, like many, has decided that work-from-home is here to stay, consider annexing an office space you might not have thought of:... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Donald Sherbeyn | Sherbeyn’s Lawn & Landscaping | April 2021
Listening, a skill in high demand in today’s society, is a secret to success for our latest Belgard Hardscape Hero award winner. Donald Sherbeyn of Sherbeyn’s Lawn and Landscape is an accomplished designer and installer in the Mid-Atlantic region and the April recipient of Belgard’s Hardscape Hero award. He is also celebrated in elite company... View Article
6 Reasons to Join The Contractor Club!
What if you could join a club that lets you earn perks, gives you free swag and keeps you up-to-date on industry trends, all while helping you build your business? And what if you could join that elite group for FREE? Introducing the Belgard Contractor Club: a one-stop-shop for Belgard installers to get exclusive access... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Josh Bell | New Leaf Landscaping | March 2021
Integration is everything to Josh Bell. Whether it’s partnerships with manufacturers, his crew or a project installation, creating meaningful synergies is the key to his success. Nearly 25 years ago, Bell was at a crossroads and, like many of us do at times, he questioned what he wanted to do with the rest of his... View Article
Pretty Bites: Edible Gardens
With many people suddenly spending a lot more time at home, 2020 saw a resurgence of home gardening – both as a hobby, and as a means of putting fresh food on the table. But you don’t have to dig up your landscaping and plant rows of carrots and potatoes to join in – there... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Wayne Melancon | Land Tech Group of VA | February 2021
Word-of-mouth marketing has long been one of the most powerful channels for developing new business. In fact, 92% of consumers believe suggestions from friends and family more than advertising, according to a recent Neilsen report. That doesn’t mean that advertising doesn’t work. It just means that as humans, we trust those closest to us when... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Andy Welch | Oriole Landscaping | January 2021
In the hardscape industry, small spaces can offer big opportunities for creative design. When Andy Welch from Oriole Landscaping first walked the property of this Hardscape Hero-winning project, he knew something special was about to take shape. “Especially for smaller installations, the right design choices, both aesthetically and functionally, can have a bigger impact than... View Article