Decorating & Renovating
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I was totally not expecting the comments I got on my tip post below and FWIW, we tipped each $25 anyhow and I feel good about it!
But after that, I had to share the finished product (they also put in some sod and mulched our yard which is a lot of flower beds). We love, love, love it! You can't tell but we have an "English Garden" in our backyard (thanks to prior owner) and it's so nice to be able to sit back there and enjoy it instead of sitting in the soggy grass!

Re: PIP: Our new patio
We used Santos Gardens & Landscaping in Toms River. We are near Red Bank in Monmouth County and they did come up here. They were much cheaper than the other quotes we got. For what we got, it was $10 sqft.
I know exactly where that is. I will be sure to let them know you recommended them. Thanks again!
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Thinking of doing cosmetic updates to a dated home? These were our costs.
looks great!
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