Back in December, and just like every year, I started to receive calls from people asking how to winterize their irrigation systems. It is a very important step in protecting an irrigation system from broken pipes and costly repairs. Unlike most liquids water expands by 10% when it freezes. And since most irrigation systems are [...]

Anytime you build something out of wood you expect it to last a long time. That may be true for desks or tables that are meant to remain inside but not so for those that will spend their days outside in the cold rain and snow. The elements will break down the strongest of woods in [...]

Swamp. Muck. Ditch. Eyesore. Sump pump. When people describe drainage issues, it is as if they are battling negative Karma. The tone of voice is deadly serious and usually either quiet with fear or animated with outrage. How DARE water flow across my property? Does God HATE me? Don’t whine. Water flows downhill. Isn’t that [...]