SPRING INTO ACTION! Schedule your Northern Virginia Lawn Sprinkler Turn-On Service We Tackle your Springtime Northern Virginia Sprinkler System Tune-Up Checklist As the temperatures warm and your lawn and garden begin to thaw, there is no better time than springtime to make sure your Northern Virginia sprinkler system is ready for another season of efficient …
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We are all keen on getting more organized as we catapult into 2020. Effective reminder systems are terrific ways to keep what we have to do top-of-mind. These triggers stand in our way until we cross the finish line. Triggers A trigger is anything that you put “in your way” to remind you to do …
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Landscape Lighting Brings Function and Beauty Light your Northern Virginia landscape with these 3 guidelines: If you look around your neighborhood, chances are you’ll see some houses lit up at night. Just because outdoor lighting is growing in popularity does not necessarily mean it is all equal. Some implementations are better than others, and today …
Fall is upon us! Just as you’ve surely put away your white jeans, it is time to bench your summer lawn-care habits. The first thing you should consider is how often you are mowing your lawn. In the summer, people often mow their lawns once or twice a week depending on rainfall and other factors. …
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Summer, the season of cookouts, freshly-cut grass, and sunny days, is, like all good things in life, coming to a screeching halt in the coming weeks. Though you may think that it’s as simple as putting patio furniture and appliances into storage, Affordable Lawn Sprinklers and Lighting is happy to give you a few pointers …
It may be the dog days of summer, but that doesn’t mean the heat is going anywhere soon. The blistering heat of August is in full swing, and that means a thirsty lawn! Deeply watering your lawn at least 3 times a week will ensure that the grass forms a deep root system, strengthening it for future …
What is better, Rainbird vs Hunter? This has been a hot topic for debate for years, very similar to trying to decide whether Bud Light tastes better than Miller Light. (Pardon our beer reference, we’re just so excited that the warm months are here…time to enjoy a cold one as you enjoy your lush, beautiful …
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A STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS FROM CONTRACT TO INSTALLATION Getting a sprinkler system can be a big decision. Our goal at Affordable Lawn Sprinklers and Lighting is that the process goes as smoothly as possible with minimal surprises. Here is our step-by-step process from sprinkler estimate to final walkthrough. Step 1: Setting up a time to get …
Are you putting your house on the market soon? There is no doubt that a pristine landscape lends itself to the overall beauty of a home. A prospective buyer not only is moved aesthetically; a potential buyer sees the monetary investment you have already made in the home. That translates to savings long after your …
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What to do when Spring Springs It is time to get your Northern Virginia lawn ready for Spring! We’re not gonna lie…The top 2 are our FAVORITES! EXECUTE AN “IRRIGATION EVALUATION” Start your sprinkler system and water your yard 1-2 times per week. Run a water hose on your rain sensor to make sure it is active. A …
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