Landscape Management Services-Cut Water Costs in a Drought!

Written by Elizabeth Mendoza | Apr 10, 2015 2:30:00 PM

Bay Area Landscape Maintenance - Resources for Property Managers

There are a number of ways both traditional and conventional that can help you become better stewards of the environment, having a more ”greener” property and cut maintenance costs.Their are several options have proven to help property managers and commercial building owners reduce and conserve, please continue reading to find out how.

We have compiled 4 simple bay area landscaping tips that have proven to be a resource for property managers and building owners.

1. Check irrigation system quarterly

Adjust sprinkler heads Remove obstructions that prevent sprinklers from distributing water evenly and make sure you’re watering plants, not sidewalks or buildings.
Have your system audited. Hire a professional to conduct an irrigation audit and uniformity test to make sure each zone is being watered evenly.
Adapt your watering schedule to the weather and the season. Familiarize yourself with the settings on your irrigation controller and adjust the watering schedule regularly.
Think about low-volume drip irrigation for plant beds. Install micro irrigation for gardens, trees and shrubs to minimize evaporation and runoff. Options include drip (also known as trickle), micro-spray jets, micro-sprinklers and bubbler irrigation.
Inspect your system monthly. Check for leaks, broken or clogged heads, and other problems, or engage a certified irrigation professional to regularly check your system. Clean micro irrigation filters.

2. Use Native grass types to reduce or replace your lawn

Interest in reducing or replacing traditional lawns with Native grass is becoming a popular trend for commercial property landscaping in San Jose. Recent Water conservation concerns and economics have triggered many commercial property managers and building owners to investigate grasses that thrive with minimal water. Native grasses are the foundation of drought resistant landscaping. They have successfully adapted to California’s diverse landscape, weather and soil properties. The lawn roots go deep into the soil and can often reach several feet, increasing water intake, absorbing nutrients and providing stable soil conditions. Check out the local bay area rebate programs.

3. Install Smart Irrigation Controllers

Our landscape management services use the new generation of “smart” irrigation systems that monitor weather, soil conditions, evaporation and plant water use and automatically adjust your watering schedule.

The secret to smart systems is the controller. Smart controllers use weather and/or site data to determine when and how long to water. Then, sprinklers apply just enough water at exactly the right time in each zone of your yard.

Have Your commercial landscape maintenance company install Smart Irrigation Controllers :

Save water. Smart systems automatically suspend watering during rain, freezing or high wind conditions. Careful scheduling minimizes evaporation and encourages water to soak in, reducing the total amount of water needed. Preventing over watering actually keeps plants healthier by encouraging stronger roots and discouraging weeds, disease and fungus growth.
Save money. Smart systems can reduce your annual water bill by as much as 30 percent by preventing water waste. Plus, many local water providers offer rebates for purchasing specific smart controllers.
Save time. Once an irrigation installer has programmed your site data into the smart system, the controller adjusts the watering schedule based upon weather conditions and soil moisture without manual intervention.

Give our bay area landscaping service a call at 408-275.1200 or use the contact form to schedule a free no obligation assessment of your landscaping. And if you want timely landscaping tips, please join to our commercial landscaping blog.

4. Get Our New Landscaping Drought Guide

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