05-08-2009, 03:56 AM
Or perhaps I should have titled this "Alternatives to Ripping."
Ripping always seemed like overkill to me when all I really want is a smooth walking surface (sprained ankles can ruin one's day) and places to plant a few trees.
Given the high cost of ripping, couldn't I just hire a guy (or gal) with a small machine to put holes where I want trees, trenches where I want hedges, and then bring in crushed rock to spread over the rest to create a smooth surface (like frosting a cake)? Would such an approach work, and would it save money?
Ripping always seemed like overkill to me when all I really want is a smooth walking surface (sprained ankles can ruin one's day) and places to plant a few trees.
Given the high cost of ripping, couldn't I just hire a guy (or gal) with a small machine to put holes where I want trees, trenches where I want hedges, and then bring in crushed rock to spread over the rest to create a smooth surface (like frosting a cake)? Would such an approach work, and would it save money?