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Why You Should Care About Backflow Testing and Your Home

Why You Should Care About Backflow Testing in Your HomeBackflow happens when dirty water flows the wrong way and mixes with your clean water. This can be dangerous because it could bring harmful chemicals, waste, or bacteria into the water you drink and use every day. That’s why backflow testing is so important—it helps keep…

Irrigation Bubblers

Maximizing Efficiency with Drip Irrigation Bubblers: A Smart Add-On for Your Irrigation SystemWhen it comes to conserving water and delivering it where it matters most, drip irrigation systems are already a step ahead of traditional watering methods. But for plants that need a bit more hydration — or for those hanging baskets or pots that…

Mid Season Visit

Why a Mid-Season Visit Is Essential for Your Irrigation System When it comes to keeping your lawn and garden healthy, your irrigation system is the heart of it all. Many homeowners think that once their system is up and running in the spring, they can forget about it until it’s time to shut it down…

Winterization

Winterization Process Early fall is the time of year where we needed to start thinking about winterizing your irrigation system and protecting it from the winter elements. You can help our team our by finding your Point of Connection Tag and shutting off your water before our Technicians arrive. Figure 1. (below) is a diagram…

A Day in the Life of a Certified Irrigation Technician

A Day in the LifeWalkthrough a day in the life of a Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT). Cooper walks us through a typical day in the field, working on irrigation system repairs, maintenance, and start-ups.Every morning starts with a daily briefing with field supervisors and other irrigation technicians. He plans out his day, grabs the necessary…

Getting Started with a Veggie Garden in Southwestern Ontario

Southwestern Ontario is a great place to start a vegetable garden. With fertile soil, plenty of sunshine, and a long growing season, you can grow a wide variety of delicious vegetables and herbs. If you’re new to gardening or just looking for some tips on how to get started, here are some things to keep…

Repairing Sprinkler Lines: Important Things To Keep In Mind

If you have found that your irrigation system isn’t watering the way it’s supposed to, you might find yourself in a situation where your irrigation system needs repair. These systems can be tricky to navigate, and you want to make sure the issue is fixed, and it can be easy for the problem to get…

The Definitive Guide To The Best Outdoor Ground Lights

Adding some extra lighting to your yard is one of the best ways to highlight your favourite areas. It’s also one of the easiest ways to provide some additional illumination to high-traffic areas to allow people to see where they are going. If you want to add some ground lights to your yard but don’t…

Top 8 Winter Lawn Tips To Help You Prepare For The Season

Your lawn still needs care and attention in the winter months if you want it to grow back strong and healthy in the spring. There are so several steps you can take to make sure your lawn has enough nutrients for the winter months, and it’s easy to make sure it’s prepared. If you want…

Keep Your Lawn Dry and Healthy: 9 Expert Irrigation Tips

 Water is essential if you want your yard to stay healthy and fresh, but it’s important to ensure your yard isn’t becoming soggy. If you start to notice puddles around your lawn, then you should see what you can do to fix them before it starts to destroy the grass. If you are noticing a…

The Best Guide To The Components Of A Sprinkler Irrigation System

Installing an irrigation system is the best way to ensure your garden or lawn stays healthy, and it’s the easiest way to keep everything in shape with minimal effort. It’s a good idea to know a bit about your system so that you can get replacement parts or troubleshoot minor issues n your own. If…

Here’s Why You Should Install An Irrigation System In The Fall

Installing an irrigation system is one of the best ways to ensure your lawn and garden will stay adequately watered all year round. If you are considering installing one for your home, you might want to know what time of the year will be the most beneficial to your yard. If you’ve been wondering “when…

10 Best Outdoor Landscape Lighting Trends Of 2022

Keeping your outdoors well lit is important for so many reasons, and it’s also an excellent way to show off the hard work that has gone into your amazing landscape. Adding some light to your yard is an easy way to make it look amazing, and it’s one of the best ways to add some…

Fall Aeration: Why It Is Essential For Your Lawn

If you want to make sure your lawn stays healthy all year round, then you need to remember to aerate it in the seasons that will benefit it the best. For most Canadians, this means springtime and fall. If you want to learn a bit more about the process, then keep reading to find out…

Top 5 Tips & Tricks For Overseeding Your Lawn In The Fall

If you have ever thought about overseeding your lawn or wondered what the benefits are, you’re in the right place. Overseeding is one of the best ways to ensure your lawn stays healthy and luscious through all kinds of weather. Keep reading to see the top 5 tips and tricks for overseeding your lawn in…

Exterior Pathway Lighting: 5 Reasons Why You Need Them [2022]

You can use outdoor lighting in so many different ways to add beauty to your yard. It can also be used in a practical way to add some additional illumination to dark areas. If you have some pathways on your property, have a look at some of the best reasons why you should think about…

Why Your Lawn Should Be Properly Fertilized During The Summer

If you have a lawn that you want to maintain, then you need to make sure you are doing everything you can all year round. Constant maintenance is the best way to make sure that your lawn stays healthy throughout the harsh temperatures in the warm summer months. If you want to know more about…

Top 15 Tips For New Sod Maintenance

The sun is shining and sharing its warm rays. Summer is upon us, and that makes it a great time to check your soil to make sure your new sod can grow as healthy as possible. There are many benefits to having a gorgeous lawn. Benefits of Having a Beautiful Lawn Increased home value Produces…

The Ultimate Guide to a Proper Lawn Care Schedule [2022 Edition]

Lawn care is a necessary part of owning a home. Not only does it make your property look nicer, but it also helps to keep your landscaping healthy and protect your investment. However, many homeowners don’t know how to properly care for their lawns, leading to problems down the road. If you want to learn…

Tired of Brown Grass? How To Keep Your Grass Green This Summer

You can potentially increase the value of your home by learning how to keep grass green in the summer season. The grass factor of a property is significant. Not only does it add to the property’s aesthetics, but a healthy lawn also benefits the environment in many ways. Grass takes up carbon dioxide and releases…

13 Best Lawn Care Blogs On The Internet

Taking care of your lawn is one of the best things you can do to keep it looking in great shape. There are so many different things you can do to your yard, and lawn care blogs are full of unique ideas that can help you figure out the best plan for your lawn care.…

6 Tips For Repairing Your Lawn Irrigation

If your lawn irrigation system isn’t working the way it used to, it might be time to repair it. There might be some broken parts or minor issues impairing it, and it’s best to get it fixed as soon as possible. If you need some help with your system, keep reading to see 6 tips…

Summer Lawn Weed Control: Common Weeds & How To Rid Them Properly

Ready or not, summer is almost here! And with the warm weather comes weed season. If you’re like most homeowners, you’ll want to rid your lawn of those pesky dandelions and crabgrass as quickly as possible. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some of the most common weeds that invade lawns during the summer and…

Watering Your Grass: Do's and Don'ts

Maintaining a healthy lawn requires more than just occasional mowing. Proper watering is essential to the overall health of your grass and can make a big difference in how well it grows and flourishes. Here are some do’s and don’ts to follow when watering your grass: DO: Water Early in the Day Timing is critical…

Smart Drip Irrigation: Hunter Vs Rain Bird | What's Best For You?

There are plenty of different irrigation systems on the market but Hunter and Rain Bird are usually the most popular brands. If you are thinking about getting a system for yourself and you’re wondering what the difference is between the two and which ones work best for your yard then this is the right place.…