Welcome to Destination Home Builders, where your vision for the perfect outdoor and indoor space is our blueprint for success. Over 30 years experience. Based in the heart of Michigan’s most scenic locales, Kewadin and Traverse City, our company is dedicated to crafting environments that reflect the beauty and serenity of the surrounding nature. Landscaping & Irrigation: Our landscaping experts design with a purpose, creating lush, vibrant gardens that thrive in Michigan’s unique climate. Paired with state-of-the-art irrigation systems, we ensure that your green spaces remain effervescent and sustainable throughout the seasons. Hardscaping Mastery: From serene patios to retaining walls, our hardscaping services are tailored to enhance the natural charm of your property. We use the finest materials to construct elements that are not only beautiful but also stand the test of time. Seawall Engineering: Protect your lakeside property with our robust seawall construction services. We blend engineering expertise with aesthetic precision to create seawalls that preserve your shoreline while enhancing the waterfront view. Remodeling & Custom Home Building: Our talents extend indoors with comprehensive remodeling services that transform existing spaces into modern marvels. For those dreaming of a custom-built home, our team of architects and builders work in harmony to bring your bespoke residence from blueprint to reality. At Destination Home Builders, we’re more than just a service provider; we’re artisans of the outdoor and indoor living experience. Partner with us to make your dream property in Kewadin and Traverse City a living masterpiece.
"Joel and his team did a great job. Arrived on time, were diligent in their work and paid attention to the details. They stuck right with the project until completion. At the end Joel took the time to review everything to make sure it finished as expected. Well done. And I already have more work lined up for Joel and his team."
George B on May 2024
Welcome to Destination Home Builders, where your vision for the perfect outdoor and indoor space is our blueprint for success. Over 30 years experience. Based in the heart of Michigan’s most scenic locales, Kewadin and Traverse City, our company is dedicated to crafting environments that reflect the beauty and serenity of the surrounding nature. Landscaping & Irrigation: Our landscaping experts design with a purpose, creating lush, vibrant gardens that thrive in Michigan’s unique climate. Paired with state-of-the-art irrigation systems, we ensure that your green spaces remain effervescent and sustainable throughout the seasons. Hardscaping Mastery: From serene patios to retaining walls, our hardscaping services are tailored to enhance the natural charm of your property. We use the finest materials to construct elements that are not only beautiful but also stand the test of time. Seawall Engineering: Protect your lakeside property with our robust seawall construction services. We blend engineering expertise with aesthetic precision to create seawalls that preserve your shoreline while enhancing the waterfront view. Remodeling & Custom Home Building: Our talents extend indoors with comprehensive remodeling services that transform existing spaces into modern marvels. For those dreaming of a custom-built home, our team of architects and builders work in harmony to bring your bespoke residence from blueprint to reality. At Destination Home Builders, we’re more than just a service provider; we’re artisans of the outdoor and indoor living experience. Partner with us to make your dream property in Kewadin and Traverse City a living masterpiece.
"Joel and his team did a great job. Arrived on time, were diligent in their work and paid attention to the details. They stuck right with the project until completion. At the end Joel took the time to review everything to make sure it finished as expected. Well done. And I already have more work lined up for Joel and his team."
George B on May 2024
Specializing in fine grading and hydroseeding
Specializing in fine grading and hydroseeding
Ward's Excavating, provides the highest quality of service for every type of excavation, demolition and landscaping project we take on. We give that promise and back it up with the testimony with many years worth of satisfied clients and customers. We bring exceptional service and design to every excavating and hardscaping project. Our team is efficient, dependable and reliable. Most importantly, our team is very thorough and our services are priced extremely competitively. Call today!
Ward's Excavating, provides the highest quality of service for every type of excavation, demolition and landscaping project we take on. We give that promise and back it up with the testimony with many years worth of satisfied clients and customers. We bring exceptional service and design to every excavating and hardscaping project. Our team is efficient, dependable and reliable. Most importantly, our team is very thorough and our services are priced extremely competitively. Call today!
Justin Wilson created his locally owned small business, and with Amy lee as his partner and contract manager provides services to northern michigan starting in 2012 .Specializing in meeting clients needs for home improvements ,including interior and exterior painting ,and residential moving services ,landscape management ,including snow management .We are available 24/7 to help manage clients needs .Cash or check payments are accepted at time of service .Our small team of staff,have worked together on multiple projects in Northern Michigan ,working to schedule and focusing on a timely satisfying result for our clients .No job is too small or too big .Contact Justin and Amy so we can work with you on your needs .
"I used Angie’s list to find a painter. They were on the listI met them they gave me a estimate. We settled on a price $3.000. I gave them $1500. They were supposed to be finished by I am giving one star because your inept platform will not let me give a 0. I am in the negative. 0 would be a step up"
Candace A J on September 2021
Justin Wilson created his locally owned small business, and with Amy lee as his partner and contract manager provides services to northern michigan starting in 2012 .Specializing in meeting clients needs for home improvements ,including interior and exterior painting ,and residential moving services ,landscape management ,including snow management .We are available 24/7 to help manage clients needs .Cash or check payments are accepted at time of service .Our small team of staff,have worked together on multiple projects in Northern Michigan ,working to schedule and focusing on a timely satisfying result for our clients .No job is too small or too big .Contact Justin and Amy so we can work with you on your needs .
"I used Angie’s list to find a painter. They were on the listI met them they gave me a estimate. We settled on a price $3.000. I gave them $1500. They were supposed to be finished by I am giving one star because your inept platform will not let me give a 0. I am in the negative. 0 would be a step up"
Candace A J on September 2021
Aqua pros is a power washing company that provides power washing service to all of northern Michigan, lowest Prices guaranteed, licensed and insured.
Aqua pros is a power washing company that provides power washing service to all of northern Michigan, lowest Prices guaranteed, licensed and insured.
Decorative Concrete Specialists. We are a full service concrete professional for over 30 years. We do all types of concrete work specializing in decorative concrete work.
"Marc and his crew were very professional and responsive to our timeline. They did a fantastic job and I would recommend them for your next project."
Dawn Q on July 2020
Decorative Concrete Specialists. We are a full service concrete professional for over 30 years. We do all types of concrete work specializing in decorative concrete work.
"Marc and his crew were very professional and responsive to our timeline. They did a fantastic job and I would recommend them for your next project."
Dawn Q on July 2020
Family owned and operated landscape company.
Family owned and operated landscape company.
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In milder climates, winter planting can work well, but avoid periods of extreme temperature or drought regardless of season to give your new hedge the best chance of successful establishment.
Proper spacing depends on the hedge variety and your desired outcome. Most hedge plants perform best when spaced between one and three feet apart. Fast-growing species need more room between plants to accommodate their eventual spread and allow for proper air circulation.
For immediate privacy, you might place plants closer together, but this approach can create competition for nutrients and may affect long-term health. Always check the specific spacing recommendations for your chosen hedge variety.
The time required for a hedge to form an effective privacy screen varies by plant type and initial size. Most hedges take between two and five years to develop full density when started with smaller plants. Fast-growing varieties like privet may establish more quickly, while slower-growing species like boxwood require additional patience.
Starting with larger plants reduces waiting time but increases initial costs. Regular watering, appropriate fertilization, and proper pruning techniques can help accelerate growth and density development.
For rapid privacy screening, consider fast-growing hedge options like privet, which can grow up to three feet annually in ideal conditions. Arborvitae varieties add approximately two feet of height per year and provide excellent year-round screening. Other quick-growing options include certain varieties of cypress and juniper.
While these fast-growing species provide quicker results, they require more frequent maintenance and may have shorter overall lifespans than slower-growing alternatives.
Most residential hedge planting projects don't require permits, but regulations vary by location. Some municipalities enforce height restrictions for hedges, particularly those along property lines or near roadways. If your planned hedge will exceed these height limitations, permits may be necessary.
Additionally, homeowners' association rules might govern hedge placement, species selection, and maintenance standards. Checking local regulations and HOA requirements before planting helps avoid potential complications and expenses.