What is the best material to put under a playset?

• <div><p>Rubber mulch is widely considered the best material to place under a playset. This material option provides more cushioning than traditional wood mulch for added protection, remains cooler than sand and most other materials in direct sunlight, and it’s low maintenance. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-pros-and-cons-rubber-mulch.htm">Rubber mulch</a> is slightly more expensive than other common options at <b>$120 per cubic yard</b> on average, whereas pine bark mulch is <b>$30 per cubic yard.</b> But when it comes to your children’s safety, the investment is worthwhile. Consult your playground equipment installation company about material recommendations before starting this project.</p></div>

What are the different types of basketball hoops available?

• <div><p>There are many different types of basketball hoops available to choose from. </p><ul><li><p><b>Portable hoops </b>are fully moveable and generally do not require assistance with assembly. </p></li><li><p><b>Semi-portable in-ground hoops</b> have an anchor cemented in the ground and a removable post.</p></li><li><p><b>In-ground hoops</b> are fully built into the ground as one piece and cannot be relocated after placement. </p></li><li><p><b>Wall-mounted hoops</b> do not have a post or pole and work well when space is limited. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What age are backyard playgrounds for?

• <div><p>Children can become interested in playset activities as young as two years old, and many start to lose interest between ages nine and 12. Backyard playsets can grow and adapt as the children age and playtime interests change.</p></div>

Q: Should I build my own swing set?

• <div><p>It may be tempting to DIY the construction of a swing set to save money, but we don&rsquo;t recommend it. Since children will use the swing set, the entire system must be solid and safe, meaning the cost savings aren&rsquo;t worth potentially endangering them. Plus, most DIYers will have to build their swing sets out of wood, which won&rsquo;t last as long as metal or vinyl and introduces the risk of splinters. Instead, hire a local playground equipment installer to ensure the swing set is built safely and efficiently, setting up your kids for fun for years to come.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to play basketball outdoors or indoors?

• <div><p>So long as your court and hoop dimensions are the same, any basketball player can get a great workout and improve their skills on an indoor or outdoor court. However, you might consider using or building an indoor court if you live in a particularly rainy or windy area, as this can make it difficult to play outdoors. </p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
Customer service was great. Chris worked with me on scheduling the job such that we picked a day when the ground would be hard/solid enough to get his tree removal equipment to the back yard with minimal damage to the yard/grass.
Culpepper & Son Contracting
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Reviewed in June 2024
Fawn Landscaping did an outstanding job taking down our tree. What I thought was a big job they made look easy. They have all of the correct equipment to do the job and were able to get it all through our fence gate. They also cleaned up everything, no mess. I have already recommended them to...
Fawn Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
We had 2 projects. One was to repair a leak around a sliding glass door frame. The other was to replace wood siding on paint an equipment storage shed. Both projects were completed quickly and with quality craftsmanship. Excellent communication and customer service. We have a couple of other...
All About Roofing & Remodeling
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Reviewed in November 2023
Jason did an awesome job in setting up my property for a steel carport. He had all the necessary equipment to create a level stone building pad. He also excavated a section of my yard for a fire pit.
Jason Excavating, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Eric the owner was great. They have the right equipment for the job. They surgically removed a very large maple tree. Their bucket truck has a crane on the bucket which allows them to cut and swing large limbs away from structures, landscaping and other trees. Their equipment was lawn friendly....
Smeltzers Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2013
They showed up ON TIME, with the right equipment, they cleaned up after themselves, and they called me with an update. They got everything CLEAN, I'm talking brand new clean!! I was totally impressed with the job that they did. In fact I joined Angies List just to get the word out on this...
Sparkle Wash of York
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Reviewed in December 2012
Crew arrived on time, set up equipment and started to work. Finished in several hours and cleaned up after. I had some extra work for them in back of my shed which they did without a problem. There price was reasonable and the crew courteous. I give them my recommendation.
Specialty Tree Service
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