5 great tips for keeping your home safe and protected: Install lights outside your doorstep and walkway areas so that your home is well-lit at night. This will also ensure the safety of even your welcome visitors. We often speak of the beauty of artistic landscape lighting. But, lighting also provides a true safety benefit …
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Why is lawn sprinkler system winterizing wise? Here is the chilling truth. In winter, the remaining water in your sprinkler heads expands and contracts, putting sprinkler heads, pipes, or backflows at risk for cracking. No good! It is ideal to have your sprinkler system serviced in early fall, around mid-October in Northern Virginia. Here are …
Is Your Northern Virginia Lawn Ready for Spring? A 5-Point Punch List Spring took its sweet time getting here; we’re ready to make sure you’re ready! Check these 5 things off your list to have a Spring-Ready Northern Virginia lawn. √ TREAT! The ideal treatment for your lawn includes pre-emergent chemicals with a …
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WILL A SPRINKLER SYSTEM ADD TO MY HOME’S VALUE? A sprinkler system can add value to your home if you choose an irrigation system that is professional and convenient to use. In warmer climates and arid regions, a sprinkler system can increase foliage growth and decrease the likelihood of yellow grass caused by drought. A …
5 Key Points in Choosing a Sprinkler Contractor: Where should I begin in getting quotes for a sprinkler system? What should I consider? Research, research, research! If you want professional service from start to finish, you can’t expect it from the lowest bidder. If you are looking for a great experience, you need …
Spring Lawn Sprinkler System Activation | Winter “Naptime” is Over The bleak, cold winter is almost behind us; it’s time to fire up your lawn sprinkler system. But, has this ever happened to you? You widely open the supply valve, turn on the timer, and then watch helplessly as a huge geyser erupts …
We turned to experts in real estate and home security for a unique summary of the many ways landscape lighting can add value to your home. The finishing touch for any landscape is decorative outdoor lighting. With it, your landscape is never dormant. Without it, your home exterior is not only dark; it’s an invitation for prowlers …
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You know that old adage about not judging a book by its cover? Well, potential homebuyers don’t subscribe to that way of thinking. The first impression your home elicits is often the difference between smooth selling and having to navigate the rough waters of real estate longer. We looked to our friends at Angie’s List …
Score a great yard in the Fall! 1. Snatch the Thatch Thatch, a mat of yellowish dead grass that can block air and moisture, needs to be removed. If you slacked on the dethatching in spring, now is the time, but don’t go at it too aggressively. If you set the tines too deep on …
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The 5 Key Things to Look For in a Great Contractor: There are 5 key things to look for in a great contractor. Here is a handy list to reference as you do your research. While these points are specific to irrigation system contractors, they are good general rules of thumb. 1. Tenure as a company, …
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