If you’re planning a landscaping upgrade, one of the biggest questions is where to start: the front yard or the backyard? Both areas offer unique value—and the best choice depends on your goals, lifestyle, and budget.

At Unlimited Landscaping, we help homeowners transform both spaces into functional, beautiful extensions of their home. Here’s how to decide where to invest first.

1. The Case for Front Yard Landscaping

Your front yard is the first thing people see—it sets the tone for your home and boosts curb appeal.

Top Reasons to Start in the Front:

• Increases property value instantly
• Enhances first impressions
• Improves neighborhood appeal
• Easier to maintain and monitor

Popular front yard features include:

• Sod or artificial turf for instant greenery
• Paver walkways leading to the entry
• Landscape lighting for safety and style
• Low-maintenance plant beds or borders
• Decorative retaining walls or accents

If you're planning to sell your home soon or want to make a strong statement from the street, the front yard is a great place to start.

2. The Case for Backyard Landscaping

Your backyard is where you live, relax, and entertain—it’s your private oasis.

Top Reasons to Start in the Back:

• More usable outdoor living space
• Ideal for entertaining guests
• Greater potential for personalization
• Adds real comfort and enjoyment

Popular backyard upgrades include:

• Patios for lounging or dining
• Outdoor kitchens and fire pits for entertaining
• Pergolas for shaded comfort
• Artificial turf for low-maintenance lawn zones
• Custom pool decking and seating walls

If your priority is creating a space to enjoy with family and friends, the backyard delivers more personal value.

3. Consider Your Goals and Lifestyle

Ask yourself:

• Do I want better curb appeal or more functional space?
• Am I hosting guests outdoors often?
• Am I preparing the home for sale or planning to stay long-term?
• Where do I currently spend the most time?

If your yard is mostly visible to others, front yard landscaping may offer the best return. If it’s more about lifestyle and creating an outdoor escape, the backyard is likely the better investment.

4. Why Not Both? Combine for Maximum Impact

When possible, a balanced approach can provide the best of both worlds. We can help design a plan that includes:

• A clean, modern front yard with turf and lighting
• A functional backyard with a patio, pergola, and custom features
• Matching hardscape materials across both areas
• Consistent design elements that unify the whole property

This strategy ensures both sides of your home reflect the same level of quality and care.

5. Work with the Right Team for Long-Term Value

At Unlimited Landscaping, we design and build custom outdoor spaces with long-term results in mind. Whether you start in the front, back, or tackle both over time, we help prioritize your needs and budget while creating a cohesive look.

With services including turf, patios, pavers, concrete, fencing, lighting, fire pits, pergolas, and more—we’re your one-stop shop for outdoor transformation.

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