Landscape Articles

The Purpose of the Backflow Preventer

by HOUSETIPS | April 28, 2022 | Landscape | 0 Comments

What is this thing in my yard? It is ugly and not easy to hide with landscape plants. Well, this is a Pressure Vacuum Breaker (PVB) Backflow Preventer used to protect the drinking water of your house. PVB’s are required by code to be installed at the connection of...

Why Are There Joints in Concrete?

Why Are There Joints in Concrete?

by HOUSETIPS | Apr 28, 2022 | Landscape

Perhaps you have often wondered why joints are placed in your concrete driveway and sidewalk. They detract from the...

Spring Home Maintenance

Spring Home Maintenance

by HOUSETIPS | Apr 28, 2022 | Landscape

Springtime is just around the corner, and most people are thinking about house maintenance as the frigid winter draws...

How high should my slab be compared to my yard?

How high should my slab be compared to my yard?

by HOUSETIPS | Apr 28, 2022 | Landscape

The most important consideration is getting the water away from the foundation of the house. To do so, local...