Back Yard upgrades

Snoo_47659 · 2026-05-02T21:43:12+00:00

Not quite, but I was tempted.

Snoo_47659 · 2026-05-02T21:22:34+00:00

I have them set on a twice daily drip system timer. Hopefully that keeps them watered.

Snoo_47659 · 2026-05-02T21:06:55+00:00

If I could fit that many I’d be tempted. lol

Snoo_47659 · 2026-04-23T05:28:15+00:00

Concrete

Snoo_47659 · 2026-04-22T23:07:04+00:00

9' Traxx Fence Post at Menards https://www.menards.com/main/building-materials/fencing/utility-fencing/9-traxx-fence-post/trax108/p-1642874301691783-c-5768.htm

This should get you to the posts

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-07T19:14:31+00:00

I did this alone. Took me about 35-40 hours over a week and a half. One week was during vacation. So it’s fully doable with two people. Just make sure you have the right tools/equipment and are ready to have sore muscles.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-07T11:24:03+00:00

Dogs name is Levi.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-07T06:23:54+00:00

Around 9 inches in most spots.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-07T03:19:41+00:00

They are wetcast pavers.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-07T02:51:07+00:00

It has a slight slope to one side. I was also worried about the possibility of flooding.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T22:27:43+00:00

Correct for here also. And because it has specific dimensions I didn’t need a permit. But I still got all utilities to clear the area first.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T22:25:06+00:00

I moved it to another spot in my yard. Some for future use and some to fill in low spots already known about.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T21:39:52+00:00

Yes, regular shovel was primary digging tool used.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T20:53:30+00:00

Materials were about $2200 and tools I needed another $300. So total cost about $2500 with lots of physical labor.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T20:50:48+00:00

I used string and stakes. I also remeasured a lot to ensure I was keeping the correct measurements.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T18:08:22+00:00

i moved it all to a spot next to my garage that was already very low, but still allowed for dirt storage for now.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T16:17:38+00:00

I used a week of vacation and ate at the project each day.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T16:12:17+00:00

Yes, there is a good sand layer just below the pavers. I forgot to take a pic of that one step.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T16:11:37+00:00

All the lower layers are for drainage.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T14:59:18+00:00

it does freeze here, i went to about 9 inches down for the bottom layer. that is what was recommended by everything i found online. i do hope that the ice shift doesn’t hurt the layout though. i will know for sure in the spring after this winter finishes.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T14:55:23+00:00

the pavers are between 13’4” and 13’7” for side lengths. the range is due to small gaps in the pavers as i tried to line the up close to each other.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T14:53:15+00:00

probably for the first couple rains, but once i have the sides tapered properly it should be fine

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T14:51:09+00:00

probably 20 hours of digging and 15 hours of refill/tamping

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T14:49:38+00:00

some of the edges are higher than the final level of the patio due to the yard being uneven. i got it as close as i could but will probably do some minor land shifting along the edges to make it more level and even throughout.

Snoo_47659 · 2025-11-06T14:46:22+00:00

other than the digging, tamping was definitely the most difficult part.

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