Posts Tagged ‘Chapel Hill’
Smart Irrigation: Technologies that Use Water Efficiently
July is Smart Irrigation Month, and the start of summer is a great time to improve the efficiency of your outdoor irrigation system or install a water-efficient automatic irrigation system. There are many “smart” technologies available today that allow you to maintain beautiful landscapes while maximizing water efficiency. Here are some to consider whether you…
Read MoreWater Smart & Save Money This Summer
Don’t Send Money Down the Drain Most homeowners overwater their yard, unintentionally wasting money every time they take out the hose or turn on the sprinklers. To raise awareness of the benefits of efficient watering practices, the Irrigation Association has named July Smart Irrigation Month. Using an automated irrigation system is one of the best…
Read MoreWhen Do Backflow Preventers Need to Be Certified?
Is Your Backflow Preventer Reliable? Backflow preventers: A simple name for a very important tool. This installation is key to securing the health and safety of a property’s inhabitants. Without it, the water used for landscaping can quite literally back up and meld with a drinking water source. The implications of this can be serious:…
Read MoreWhy You Need to Winterize Your Sprinkler System
Avoid Permanent Damage To Your System Winter is making its way to North Carolina. With it comes visions of cozy nights by the fire, snow angels in the front yard, hearty soups and big cups of tea, and a sprinkler system destroyed because it wasn’t professionally winterized. If you’d like to avoid the last part…
Read MoreUnderstanding Backflow Preventers
“Backflow preventer” – it’s a name that might not sound glamorous, yet is essential to the safety and health of your household. This function prevents the water from your irrigation system from entering your supply of drinking water. This ensures that you can enjoy lush, vibrant property and the peace of mind that you can…
Read MoreYour Property Should Have Backflow Preventers… And This is Why
Expect the unexpected It’s a phrase that is applicable to virtually every aspect of life, but it’s an important mantra to consider when it comes to your property. No matter how immaculately landscaped your yard is, or how cutting-edge your equipment might be, hiccups happen. And taking preventative action against these kinds of instances has…
Read MoreDo Your Lawn (and Your Wallet!) A Favor: Why You Should Fix Your Irrigation System Today
Inexpensive Fix vs. Costly Repairs We’ve all been guilty of procrastinating before. But sometimes, putting something off or taking care of it immediately is the difference between a small problem or a big one, an inexpensive fix or a costly repair. Irrigation systems pose such an issue. If left unattended, minor issues can quickly morph…
Read MoreBackflow Preventers: Your Unsung Hero
Backflow What? You want the best of both worlds: A healthy lawn, and a healthy family. Shouldn’t feel like a stretch, right? There’s a catch. Typically, irrigation and potable water systems come from the same source. Now, think about your lawn. Weed killer, fertilizer, pesticides, and other chemicals are staples in landscaping projects, and most…
Read MoreIrrigation Insider: What To Do When It Keeps Raining
Dry Spell vs. Downpour We all know what springtime can be like in Raleigh. A dry spell can be replaced by a torrential downpour in mere moments… And when irrigation systems combine with heavy rainfall, our gardens and lawns can get too much of a good thing, because too much water can cause fungus and…
Read MoreKeeping Your Lawn Green Means Being Green
Lush Green Grass Today’s homeowners take great pride in their outdoor living spaces, and a flourishing landscape certainly brings curb appeal to the next level. A lush, green lawn not only looks wonderful, but provides a comfortable gathering spot for friends and family during barbecues, family events, and quiet evenings playing outside with the children.…
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