Posts by Tom Torocco

With old man winter dumping a record breaking quantity of snow on the Northeast this winter, your yard may need a little extra TLC this clean-up season.  The spring rain combined with melting snow can cause runoff of large amounts of water, and along with it, some of your landscaping materials such as dirt, gravel,…

If you are a building or landscaping contractor, you know first-hand just how important it is to work with a reliable source for your building, construction and landscaping materials.  Not all materials are created equal, literally, and neither are all supply companies.  Being confident that you will receive the highest quality product, in the correct…

If you are looking to add more outdoor entertainment space to your yard with great form and function, all on a tight budget, then pea gravel might be just what you’re looking for.  Most yards in the Northeast have some combination of grassy areas and hardscaped entertainment areas, and while a patio or deck made…

Many homeowners in the Northeast may still be digging out from under the snow, but they’re also starting to get excited thinking about their spring landscaping projects as they shovel their way down the driveway.  With so many DIY home improvement shows on TV these days, it’s hard not to get inspired to join the…

Are you dreaming of a warm summer afternoon spent with friends and family rather than a dreary and cold winter day?  If so, maybe you are ready to start some planning so you can turn your backyard into the oasis that it was always meant to be.  If you hope to spend more time enjoying…

Many homeowners in the Northeast are looking forward to the spring, when temperatures will rise and they can finally head out to tackle their new home improvement project.  If the project will require ordering topsoil, crushed stone, gravel or sand, it will be beneficial to try to get a good estimate of just how much…

A gravel driveway is an excellent choice for those looking for a low maintenance option with a casual or “beachy” aesthetic.   Since your driveway is both the first and the last thing your visitors will see, curb appeal and functionality are important factors.  One of the best things about installing this type of driveway is…

Old man winter is back and the forecast is already calling for a very snowy season.  Today’s culture is much more accommodating of employees working from home with remote access to their company’s computer network.  But even in this WIFI- friendly era, most of us still need to dig our car out from last night’s…

Starting a new construction project can seem like a daunting task, but working with a construction professional will make your project a lot easier.  Many large and small construction projects require the use of sand or fill to complete the project, and choosing the product that is best for your application is a key component…

As winter rolls in, thoughts turn to icy conditions on roadways, walkways and driveways.  One of the biggest concerns at this time of year is how people will get around, whether on foot or on four wheels, without being a victim of slippery surfaces. When it comes to major roads, state departments of transportation are…

Few can forget the winter we had in the Northeast last year, with record snowfalls and colder than average temperatures.   Municipalities, businesses and homeowners spent much of the 2013 – 2014 winter season digging out from under piles of the white stuff and using more than their fair share of rock salt.  Although it’ll be…

There are numerous uses for sand in construction, landscaping, masonry, drainage and recreational applications, and one of the biggest decisions that may need to be made by a project manager is how to get the appropriate amount of material delivered to meet project needs.  If you have been charged with taking care of a project’s…