In recent years people have begun to see their outside space as an extension of their home interior and have started putting a lot of thought into the planning and preparation of their garden. The cost of renovating your garden can be great but with help from family and friends if possible, the perfect garden could be within your reach.
The first thing is to measure your garden and draw a simple plan. This will enable you to try out ideas on paper before starting any construction work. The internet has a wealth of ideas for garden planning if you are stuck for where to start often suggesting suitable plants too.
Once you have settled on a plan, mark out your garden with pegs and string to show where edging or patio areas will be. Now will be the time to engage the help of family and friends as digging up areas of the garden is very hard work and the cost of hiring mechanical diggers can be expensive.
When the main construction has been completed, a visit to internet auction sites can result in acquiring paving slabs or decking cheaply. Asking around locally for any materials left over from projects is another way to reduce the costs and bring your dream garden within your reach.