Irrigation & Lighting, June 2023
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COVER STORY
A million-gallon upgrade
K&D Landscaping used smart irrigation to save clients 1 million gallons of water.
Upgrading an irrigation system to use smart controllers can have a big payoff for clients. Just ask the managers at the Seascape Resort in Santa Cruz, California. In just 12 months, K&D Landscaping in Watsonville, California, cut their client’s water usage by 1 million gallons. That generated nearly 30% cost savings or about $35,000 in water bills in one year, according to Justin White, CEO of K&D Landscaping.IN THIS ISSUE
From the editor
This July, celebrate Smart Irrigation Month by taking the time to help your clients see the same value in effective water management that you do.
Irrigation pipeline
I have had countless discussions over the years about the value of certification in our industry.
Night lighting
Landscape lighting systems normally provide a trouble-free experience.
Business to business
Many businesses think the lowest price approach is the only way to market their services and products. This is not always the case.
IA update
Don’t miss the latest news from the Irrigation Association, including information on upcoming events like Smart Irrigation Month.
Product spotlight
Discover new and innovative products on the market for both irrigation and lighting applications.
FEATURES
As summer approaches, irrigation professionals around the country are in demand with calls to update, repair and activate irrigation systems ahead of the summer heat.
The adage “use the right tool for the job” never gets old. Whether installing a new system or troubleshooting a service call, essential tools are linked to a lighting contractor’s success.
Creating solid diversity, equity and inclusion efforts go a long way in developing teamwork, supporting labor issues and improving revenues.
Building a company and encouraging growth while harnessing an engaged workforce in an active market isn’t easy for irrigation and landscape lighting professionals.
Smart irrigation controllers are key to finding new ways to improve efficiency in water use while also improving results for clients.
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