Empire Deck, Fence & Interlock
163 macfarlane rd K2c 6v4 Ottawa, ON, Canada

This season is coming to a end but our package deals are not! Check out this video of our landscape manager doing a walk-thur on a finished job site!

We are happy that this customer was patient with us to learn how to create the unique design that they had envisoned! From the sales process to the laying of the brick the customer had no worries!

Thank you to our amazing client who agreed to share her experience and stories with us!

Shot an HR recruitment video last Friday with our landscaping foreman!

8 Ways to Increase Your Home Value This Year Many homeowners believe that the value of their real estate property will rise as the years go by. While that commonly occurs on its own in many real estate markets. Many factors influence the value of your property, such as the location and favorable market conditions. Check out these eight ways how to increase your property value....Continue reading

Comparing natural wood, PVC and composite decks! Are you looking to revamp your weathered deck? Check out this post and comparison of wood, PVC/Composite! Composites and PVC typically cost more than wood decking does, since they are higher-performance products. While both of these wood alternatives are available in a range of prices, PVC decking tends to be significantly more expensive than composites. PVC has a more plastic look and feel, where as Composites look more woo...d like with a plastic feel. Lets look at what composite and PVC decking have in common. Both materials are: Cost-effective for their life span Low-maintenance Durable Moisture-resistant Insect-resistant Scratch-resistant Available in a range of attractive color options and depending on the brand, they can be made from recycled products! As you can tell by their similarities, both composite and PVC are popular, high-quality decking options! So the question shouldnt be which one is better. Instead, you should ask yourself which best meets your needs.

5 Trendy Landscaping ideas! Do you want a beautifully designed back yard and still be up to date with the latest trends!?! Here is Empire's Top 5 Trendy Landscaping Ideas! 1. Integrate hardscaping - "also known as interlock;" into your back yard! This can cut down on the amount of up keep you need to do; and it looks absolutely gorgeous!... 2. Simple, yet functional design - less can be more when you are using a functional design that is created to your unique needs and desires ! 3. Shades of blue - BLUE is the color of the year! Add some popping blue accent pieces into your design or go all out and integrate blue-ish tint into your hardscaping! 4. Mix up the textures - Mixing up the textures is appealing to the eye and can look stunning! 5. Personalized spaces - What is it that you truly love to do? Are you an entertainer who loves to throw dinner parties, or do you like a quiet peaceful place the relax and read?

Our Landscaping team is here to give you a beautiful custom design!

Meet our designers! David and Hosseinzin ! David has a combined 10 years experience in landscape and software design who draws inspiration from his travels around the world! Hosseinzin has a bachelors degree in architect and experience running his own architect firm in Iran ! He is loving his new home in Canada and happy to be back to designing ! ... These two want you to know that when you are buying a renovation project from a professional contractor who has an educated and skillful team of designers; your getting quality work! Not a kid who just knows how to draw. When you hire a company with professional designers, they are efficient with your custom design and any last-minute changes you may have. They deliver to you a professional looking proposal that the contractor builds! This team has a great understanding of residential design and impeccable knowledge of landscape design! Check out their work below!

Benefits of hiring professional carpenters! Carpenters make a living by building! They are skilled trades people and have the knowledge of how to properly build in a timely manner. They are reliable, reassuring and you would have no second guessing if you did your DIY deck was done right! ... Finding a professional carpenter that also has insurance is a huge bonus! If property damage is done during the installation its on them to fix it; that is why they have insurance! Accidents do happen! This last point is huge! PERMITS! Have you ever tried to get one? It is not an easy task! Hiring a professional carpenter eliminates the big headache!

4 things you should know about interlock before you buy! Do you want a beautifully landscaped back yard like you see below? Here are 4 things John wants you to know and understand before spending a dime! ... 1. Quality products Having high quality products means dollar signs! However you get what you pay for! Your landscaping project is an investment! Having high quality sand, brick, and snap edges will pay off in the long run. 2. Good base THIS IS SOOOO IMPORTANT! Lets say you dont a good base. This means not having 12 inch of excavation and a proper gravel fill; you just literally buried your money in your back yard and its going to cost you to dig it back up! So, in case I was not clear. Its especially important to have a 12 inch of excavated earth and a proper gravel fill! 3. Quality crew Look for Professional company who specializes in landscape. Again, this sometime means that you need to pay a little more but remember that this is an investment! A great place to look for a creditable landscaping company is on Better Business Bureau 4. Foreman knowledge How to spot a fraud! Umm?!? AAAAA?!? Well?!? Ever had a contractor talk to you like this? This is a red flag! A foreman should be able to answer all your questions and address all your concerns! They should make you feel comfortable that they are able to do the job you are requesting. If there is any doubt in your mind keep shopping!