Landscape Articles

The Purpose of the Backflow Preventer

by HOUSETIPS | January 10, 2023 | 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...

Spring Home Maintenance

Spring Home Maintenance

by HOUSETIPS | Jan 10, 2023 | Landscape

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

Asphalt Driveway Repair

Asphalt Driveway Repair

by HOUSETIPS | Jan 10, 2023 | Landscape

Many streets, and even some driveways, are constructed of asphalt. Asphalt is a mixture of aggregate (rocks) and tar,...

Why Are There Joints in Concrete?

Why Are There Joints in Concrete?

by HOUSETIPS | Jan 10, 2023 | Landscape

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