A correctly designed and programmed sprinkler system will faithfully deliver the right amount of water to your yard every time you turn it on. But like any other appliance in or around your home, it occasionally breaks down or requires maintenance. Fortunately, most problems with your sprinkler system can be addressed, or even avoided, with […]
Newly seeded or sodded lawns require special irrigation and attention. There is a delicate equilibrium that must be maintained so the new sod can take root or the new seeds can grow strong. You want your lawn to grow healthy and green, which requires you to be a helicopter parent for a while until its […]
One of the most frequently asked questions about installing a new irrigation system is “will it help me save water?” Irrigation systems are one of the most cost-effective ways to efficiently give your yard and landscaping the hydration it needs to survive – especially in this hot St. Louis summer. Water efficiency and growing lush […]
If you just had a new sprinkler system installed you’re probably wondering, “what is a backflow preventer anyway?” Simply put, it’s a device installed on your home’s water system that prevents your drinking water from being contaminated due to backflow. It allows water to flow in one direction, but never back in the opposite direction. […]
Your lawn needs water to thrive, right? So that means you should water it every day, right? Actually, no. You shouldn’t be watering it every day. Too much of a good thing and all that. Grass plants don’t need and can’t use that much water. When it rains, the porous spaces in the soil underneath […]
Gardening can be a great de-stressing activity that gives you something to be proud of. But when the heat of the St. Louis summer kicks in, you may find yourself more interested in a cold glass of lemonade and some air conditioning rather than digging in the sweaty sunshine. Here are some easy plants to […]
Who doesn’t love gardening? It’s such a relaxing, fulfilling activity that lets you enjoy the fruits of your labor (and show it off to the rest of the neighborhood too). But as the summer months heat up, getting out there and mulching, digging, planting, and pruning can be a sweaty and daunting task that’s more […]
You still have time left in the season to get a new irrigation system. Schedule online or call us at (636) 692-4441 to book your appointment now through the end of the month! A new irrigation system is a great way to invest in your home. Why should you get an irrigation system now? You’ll […]
Now that the weather has started to get colder, you’re probably thinking about prepping your home for winter. On your list of things to do, you likely have things like: get the heater checked, stock up on rock salt, clean out the fireplace, and put plastic on the windows. Although all of these things are […]
Summer is winding down, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to stop caring for your yard. In fact, you can do a few things this fall to get the most out of your irrigation system for the next season. Your yard and your wallet will thank you come spring. Winterization: No one wants to deal […]