Custom Acres Lawn Frequently Asked Questions

Fire Pit Drainage

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Fire Pit Drainage 12 min read

How do I keep rainwater from collecting in a built-in fire pit?

To prevent rainwater from collecting in a built-in fire pit, it needs a reliable drainage path rather than relying on evaporation. That may include drainage openings, a properly draining base, a connected drain line, and a fitted cover, depending on how the fire pit is constructed and whether it is wood-burning or gas. Quick Answer […]

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French Drain Catch Basin

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French Drain Catch Basin 12 min read

What is the difference between a French drain and a catch basin?

A French drain collects and redirects water moving through saturated soil, while a catch basin captures surface water that flows to a specific low point. French drains are usually better for broad soggy areas or groundwater problems, while catch basins are better for concentrated runoff, puddles, and water coming from downspouts or hard surfaces. Some […]

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Lawn Weeds

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Lawn Weeds 11 min read

What Are the Most Common Summer Lawn Weeds in Mountain Brook, AL?

The most common summer lawn weeds in Mountain Brook, AL are usually crabgrass, goosegrass, dallisgrass, nutsedge, kyllinga, spurge, Virginia buttonweed, doveweed, lespedeza, and other warm-season broadleaf or grassy weeds. These weeds spread fastest when lawns are thin, stressed, overwatered, scalped, compacted, or weakened by shade and summer heat. The best weed control plan starts with […]

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Paver Sealing Florida Sealing Pavers In Humid Climate

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Paver Sealing Florida Sealing Pavers In Humid Climate 12 min read

Should pavers be sealed in Florida’s humid climate?

Pavers do not have to be sealed, but sealing is often beneficial in Florida’s humid climate because it can make stains, algae, fading, and joint-sand loss easier to manage. The best results come from sealing clean, completely dry pavers with a product suited to the paver material, surface use, and amount of moisture around the […]

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