White Center Landscape Repair
Homeowner’s Issue
Seattle’s westside weather shapes yards differently—persistent rain, cool summers, and heavy clay or silty soils create compaction, moss, and slow drainage that shortens fence posts and stresses plantings. In White Center and nearby Burien, lawns turn patchy, north-facing slopes and tight urban lots struggle for sun, and invasive ivy or blackberries creep downhill toward Seahurst Park and neighborhood gutters. Steep driveways and terraces often show erosion or washed-out mulch after stormy runs, and older fences lean where posts have rotted in damp soil.
Homeowners want safe boundaries, tidy curb appeal for streets like 16th Ave SW or shops near the hub, and low-maintenance yards that don’t require weekly fixes. Typical needs include re-setting fence posts on better footings, repairing panels after wind events, improving slope drainage with simple grading or swales, and replacing compacted planting areas with more forgiving soil mixes and native, drought-tolerant plants. Our local approach focuses on fixes that handle rain patterns, reduce ongoing upkeep, and respect neighborhood ecosystems—no herbicides, only sustainable methods like compost, mulches, hand-weeding, and mechanical aeration.
Our Quality Service
We assess the whole yard, prioritizing safety and lasting performance. For fences we set rot-resistant posts on improved footings, straighten panels, and replace decayed boards. For yards we correct drainage, add soil amendments, and replant low-maintenance groundcovers where turf fails.
Local insight guides our choices: steeper lots need erosion controls, compacted soils benefit from aeration and organic compost, and shady corners require moss management and shade-tolerant plantings. Benefits include improved curb appeal, safer boundaries, lower maintenance time, and durable, water-aware results.
What’s Included
- Full on-site inspection and written recommendations
- Resetting or replacing fence posts and damaged boards
- Straightening and reinforcing leaning panels
- Basic cleaning: pressure rinse or hand-scrub mold and grime
- Grading for minor drainage issues and debris haul-away
Options / Upgrades
- Mulch + landscape fabric (sustainable, limited)
- Organic weed control and hand-weeding sessions (no herbicides)
- Compost top-dress and soil amendment
- Green bin haul-away vs. full truck haul
- Gate repair or new hardware installation
Before & After / Expectations
Expect some noise and wood debris during repair days; we stage work to minimize disruption and keep access clear. Typical small repairs finish in a day; larger runs with soil or drainage work take 1–3 days depending on access and materials. You’ll see immediate improvement in safety and appearance; ground-set elements need a season to settle—plan for light follow-up care.
Care tips
- Water new plantings deeply but infrequently to encourage roots.
- Monitor and hand-pull ivy and blackberries early in spring.
- Keep soil mulched to suppress weeds and retain moisture.
- Inspect fence posts yearly after winter storms.
FAQs
Do you use herbicides?
No. We use sustainable, non-chemical methods—mechanical removal, mulches, and organic options only.
How long will a typical fence repair take?
Small panel/board repairs usually finish in one day. Post resets or larger sections can take 1–2 days plus drying time for concrete footings.
Will you remove old materials?
Yes — we offer green bin haul-away and full truck haul options depending on volume.
Do you work on slopes and drainage?
Yes. We design simple swales, regrade for positive flow, and add erosion controls suited to local rainfall.
Call to Action
Ready to restore safety and curb appeal with sensible, sustainable Landscape Repair in White Center and Burien? Book a free estimate—fast scheduling, local experience, and reliable results. Email neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com to get started.
📧 neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com
📞 206-538-9344
Mon–Sun: 9am–6pm
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