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The Power of the Professional: Making the Most of Smart Irrigation Controllers

Smart controllers for irrigation systems are frequently championed as one of the low-hanging fruit when it comes to increased water efficiency. However, this technology cannot reach its full potential without a professional setup. Ā  In fact, professional calibration nearly doubles smart irrigation savings. According to the Healthy Green Spaces Coalition, when an irrigation specialist tunes […]

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Maximizing Your Efficiency During Spring Irrigation Startup Season

Missing a leak during your spring irrigation startups is not how you want to start off the year. However, with the right strategies and processes in place, you can enhance your routing efficiency and avoid costly mistakes. ā€œSpringtime scheduling can be tricky, especially for those companies that exist in winter climates,ā€ says Tim Malooly, owner […]

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Provide Water Savings to Clients with Irrigation System Evaluations

Conducting irrigation system evaluations for your customers can help with optimal water efficiency, improved plant health and increased customer satisfaction. Dan Duren, Badgerland Irrigation & Lighting Service, based in Stoughton, Wisconsin, says how frequently you should review irrigation systems will vary based on your location. In the Midwest, he recommends at least once per season, […]

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Unleashing the Power of Data-Driven Water Management

When monitoring your client’s water usage on their property, are you going by gut feelings and guesstimates or do you have hard data to help drive your adjustment to their irrigation system? Justin White, owner of K&D Landscaping, Inc., based in Watsonville, California, compares not utilizing data-driven water management to if you had a credit card […]

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How I Do It: Leading the Conversation on Water Management Practices

K&D Landscaping, Inc., based in Watsonville, California, recently hosted their third Annual Central Coast Water Summit, at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk’s Cocoanut Grove on March 7. This event was a gathering of experts, policymakers and stakeholders who all shared insights on sustainable water management strategies crucial to the Central Coast region. Justin White, owner of K&D […]

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Hot Button Issues: Gas-Powered Equipment, Weed Control and Water Management

The landscape industry frequently comes under fire for issues including the use of gas-powered equipment, synthetic weed control and water management. ā€œIf we look at anything at the macro level, there is usually some grain of truth and validity,ā€ says Roscoe Klausing, founder and owner of Klausing Group. ā€œIt is when we get into the […]

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Water Management: Increasing Drip Irrigation Efficacy

As water prices rise and shortages become more commonplace, drip irrigation is often touted as an ideal way to conserve water. However, its efficient use of water depends on proper design, installation and management, just like any other irrigation system. Benefits of Drip Irrigation Drip irrigation can be used for watering vegetables, ornamental and fruit […]

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