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April 06, 2015

We will be calling our Preferred Maintenance Plan customers in March and early April to schedule sprinkler activations and in September and early October to schedule winterizations. You can call now to schedule your activation or email us at anytime. We will make at least one courtesy phone call to schedule your services. So please […]

February 09, 2015

What do you want? The first thing to do when preparing for lawn irrigation installation is think about your landscaping. How do you want your landscaping laid out, where will you need your irrigation system? Are there obstacles that may play a factor in the layout? Are you having a system installed in an established […]

January 27, 2015

1. Ease of Use When a professional landscape designer installs a water feature, you’ll know it’s done right the first time. A landscape designer will ensure the water feature is placed so it feels like a natural part of your landscaping as well as knowing the best low-maintenance system to install.They can also custom design […]

January 19, 2015

Not every yard is perfectly green. Some people do not have time to work on their yard as often as they might need to. Landscaping with rocks to help with your weed problem can be very helpful. Allen Outdoor Solutions can put together a landscaping plan that will help control your weed problem and be […]

October 13, 2014

Just because the seasons are changing doesn’t mean you should neglect your landscaping. It is just as important to take care of your lawn in the fall s it is in the spring and summer months. Don’t neglect your yard tools Every fall your yard and gardening tools get put away in your garden shed […]

October 08, 2014

Homeowners spend a considerable amount of effort, time, and expense creating their landscape gardens, patios, walks, features, and plantings, yet many times there is little thought about landscape lighting to highlight and illuminate their landscape for viewing and use when the sun goes down.Lighting your outdoor space seems straightforward enough, right?   Actually there are […]

September 22, 2014

1. Security A well-lit landscape and yard presents a feeling of security and maintenance. When you keep your outdoor areas illuminated, you present a feeling of care and involvement. When people view your well-lit yard, they often interpret your property as cared-for and well maintained. This can discourage trespassing and theft.Install lights with motion detectors […]

September 15, 2014

Here are some hardscaping tips for you to remember when you are thinking about hardscaping for your property. Remember Mother Nature:  While it’s easy to get caught up in the design of hardscaping, it’s critical that you incorporate nature’s unpredictable elements when determining the layout and function of your yard. Sun: Notice the orientation of […]

September 08, 2014

Finding ways to water our yards, gardens and crops that cut back as far as possible on overuse of water is key. Here are 4 ideas that can be easily implemented in your own yard. Rain Sensor / Moisture Sensor: Without a rain sensor or a smart controller that is connected to a live weather […]

August 21, 2014

Most homeowners invest their money just to have a well designed garden. A garden is sometimes a source of appreciation once you see on how beautiful it looks. Whatever type of garden you wish to have in your home, make sure not to ignore the importance of hardscaping elements. A beautifully landscaped lawn will never […]