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Smart Irrigation Month: Industry Resources & Vendor Solutions

During the month of July, our industry celebrates Smart Irrigation Month—we showcase the innovations and solutions that Irrigation Professionals bring to society through best practices and efficient technologies. Below, we highlight the newest resources and vendor solutions for Smart Irrigation Month. Irrigation Association The Irrigation Association serves its members and the irrigation industry by improving industry proficiency through continuing education, …

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5 Tips for Taking Better Photos to Showcase Your Business

Photography is essential for any business selling a service, especially in our industry. You want to ensure your marketing strategy not only communicates what your business can provide, but also present it to your customers visually. 65% of the population understand information better when it’s presented to them visually. Photographer will allow you to showcase your skills and expertise—capture your …

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Smart Irrigation Month: 3 Tips for Irrigation Pump Sizing

Selecting the right irrigation pump for your project can affect your timeline, budget and the longevity and performance of the irrigation system. The experts at the Central Pump Hotline have the knowledge and resources to help you select a pump that is well suited for the job, allowing you to move on to your next job with confidence. The following …

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Ask the Expert: Water & Labor Savings through Smart Irrigation

July is Smart Irrigation Month! That’s why we’ve connected with Dave Shane, one of Central’s Irrigation Experts, to learn more about smart irrigation, technology, and how efficient products and solutions can help to save water and labor. From Dave: The term “smart irrigation” came into common usage about 15 years ago. It generally refers to resource conservation and more recently …

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Best Practices for Managing Tick & Mosquito Season

The warm weather is here, it is time to get outside and enjoy nature. Americans have been doing so more than ever, a reaction, no doubt, to Covid cocooning. So, while we are out there taking a bite of nature, be careful because this time of year nature can bite back in the form of annoying mosquitoes and ticks. Unfortunately, …

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Ask the Expert: 5 Steps to a Successful Smart Outdoor Lighting System

The modern homeowner demands a fast and personalized experience at the push of a button…smartphone button. So, it’s no surprise that more than ever homeowners are asking for their lighting and landscape to utilize smart products. To make it even more challenging, they are increasingly educated and empowered through social media and other online platforms. This means contractors have to …

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5 Tips for Consistently Capturing Online Reviews + Recommendations for Increasing Quantity & Quality of Online Reviews

We’ve emphasized the importance of having an online presence for your business, from having a successful website to ensuring your business is on Google My Business. In addition to having your online presence, having positive online reviews are vital for taking your business to the next level of success. 90% of customers searching online for any services will read customer reviews …

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Raising Prices When You’re Busy + Other Key Indicators

The 2021 season promises to be another exceptionally busy season with high demand but it will not be without its challenges. As we’ve mentioned in previous articles, supply chains have been disrupted for nearly 75% of U.S companies, and our industry will continue to be impacted through 2021. We’re also seeing industry-wide price increases across all categories due to: increased …

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5 Digital Advertising Recommendations from Our Marketing Director

We’ve discussed the importance of having an online presence for your business in the past, ranging from social media to your website. Additionally, advertising your business digitally is also essential in order to ensure you stay ahead of your competition. Digital advertising is effective in helping your business grow since it is an online, targeted, integrated method that can help …

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Ask The Expert: Subsurface & Surface Feeding Insects

It’s a common misnomer in the Green Industry when we talk about a summer lull, especially when it comes to lawn care. The chaos of the spring season is supposed to wind down and you finally get to take a breath and decompress a little. In reality, the season ahead is the most challenging but if you have a great …