by University Sprinklers | Jun 17, 2015 | Irrigation Systems, Water-Wise Irrigation
If you read the front page story in the Vancouver Sun this morning you might be concerned about increased water restrictions, and water conservation with respect to your irrigation system. As we all should be, as good citizens and neighbours! Our message to you is...
by University Sprinklers | May 28, 2015 | Irrigation Repairs, Irrigation Services, Irrigation Systems, Tips and Tricks, Water-Wise Irrigation
If you have a soggy, low point in your irrigated lawn or garden, a change of sprinkler head may solve your problem. Sprinkler heads like the Rain Bird SAM (Seal-A-Matic™) sprinkler head are ideal for use in areas with changing elevations. How the Rain Bird SAM...
by University Sprinklers | May 21, 2015 | Irrigation Systems, Tips and Tricks
Ugh… Chafer Beetles. The fear of many a Lower Mainland gardener. Perhaps you have witnessed first hand the devastation these pests can wreak on lawns. Perhaps you’ve merely wondered why your neighbours grass looks like it’s been ripped out by the...
by University Sprinklers | May 11, 2015 | Irrigation Systems, Rainwater Harvesting, Water-Wise Irrigation
How ready is Vancouver to address severe water shortages, should the region experience severe drought at some point? As someone who was involved in its latest iteration of this plan from a policy standpoint, I like to think we are pretty well prepared! Every June 1,...
by University Sprinklers | Apr 30, 2015 | Irrigation Systems, Miscellaneous, Water-Wise Irrigation
According to The Vancouver Sun this week, Metro Vancouver’s reservoirs are in good shape to carry us through the summer months, despite the smaller snowpacks resulting from this year’s mild winter. This means only normal watering restrictions go into...
by University Sprinklers | Feb 17, 2015 | Irrigation Systems, Landscape Lighting, Miscellaneous
We are all set up and we look forward to seeing you this weekend at the BC Home and Garden Show! You can save $3 on your ticket by buying online here. Where: BC Place Stadium, 777 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver We are in booth #1008 When: Wednesday Feb 18, 4PM – 9PM...
