Do you need a simple cutting edge pump solution for your irrigation, green house, or plumbing job? Consider a DAB pump from CPS Distributors! The DAB E.ASYBOX and E.ASYBOX MINI 3 pumps are an extremely quiet, VFD controlled, highly efficient, and cost effective solution that will save your company time and will exceed expectations of […]
Be Territorial About Leads
When I do sales seminars for contractors I am always surprised at the number of salespeople who do not introduce themselves to the neighbors of their clients. It’s not uncommon for me to find that less than 5 percent of the participants make it a point to knock on the doors of the three to […]
ALCC’s New Sustainable Landscape Management Program
Professional Landscape Contractors are often sought out to create the backyard of their customers dreams, but did you know with the rise in social awareness towards the environment, customers are also looking to their contractors for ways to be more environmentally conscious? Something as simple as educating customers on the benefits of a smart […]
Business Excellence Series – Competitive Edge
COMPETITIVE EDGE: How to Create Emotional Bonds, Show your Value, and Escape the Price Driven Sale If you want to close more sales and get new innovative strategies for preserving your profitability, then this is the workshop for you. COMPETITIVE EDGE is a complete sales program designed to help you position yourself as the “contractor […]
Fall & Winter Service Offerings for Landscape Professionals
Colder weather doesn’t mean your profits need to cool down. The fall season in is a great opportunity to capitalize on sprinkler system and water feature winterization, fall fertilization and aeration, lighting and hardscape installations, clean-up services, snow removal and holiday lighting installations to keep profits rolling in while building your client base for next […]
MCS Landscape Supply Joins Forces
PRESS RELEASE MCS Landscape Supply has joined the Heritage Family of Companies McKinney, TX – September 27, 2019: Heritage Landscape Supply Group, Inc. (“Heritage”) announced today that MCS Landscape Supply (“MCS” or the “Company”), a family-owned distributor of hardscapes and landscape supplies, has joined the Heritage family of companies. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the Company […]
From Retention Pond to Underground Stormwater Management System
A property owner in the Denver metro area partnered with their contractor, 303 Landscapes, to resolve their retention pond problem. 303 Landscapes with the support of CPS Distributors and NDS Drainage installed an underground stormwater management system. The problem area: retention pond (and mud pit) in the backyard. In order to move forward, the team […]
CPS Distributors Opens New North Colorado Springs Branch
PRESS RELEASE CPS Distributors Adds North Colorado Springs Branch to Support Local Contractors McKinney, TX – August 5, 2019: Heritage Landscape Supply Group, Inc. (“Heritage”) announced today that CPS Distributors has opened a branch at 4710 Northpark Drive, Suite 110, Colorado Springs, CO 80918 to benefit local professional contractors. This location will carry a full […]
How to Safely Knock Out Japanese Beetles and Grubs
Safe to say you’ve experienced having yours and/or your customer’s beautiful landscape become a feeding ground for Japanese Beetles, Scarabs, and Grubs. Maybe you’ve tried or recommended the soap and water trick only to learn that it was waste of time and other pest control products often come with a lengthy list of warnings – […]
Power Consideration for Professional Patio Lighting
An article written by Prime Patio. Are you amidst the planning process for a patio lighting project? An important part of the planning process is your source of power. Certain things to take into consideration pertaining to power are the types of bulbs you’ll be using, socket wire type, and the location of […]
Rain Bird’s Top 10 for Smart Irrigation Month
Championing the need for water conservation technology and training, Rain Bird has shared with us their top 10 water-efficient tips and products for Smart Irrigation Month this year. 10. Tip! Learn at your fingertips with Irrigation Association’s webinar series. The Irrigation Association continues to seek out resources for irrigation professionals to enhance their education and […]
Hardscape projects like yours, deserve products like this
Shop our vast selection of hardcape products and accessories online or in our store. We offer quick order fulfillment and deliver from all CPS Distributors locations. BELGARD Belgard products combine weather resistant beauty and long-lasting durability that last for decades with minimal maintenance. PAVERS | WALLS | PORCELAIN TILE UNILOCK Offering exceptional product […]
Reclaimed Water – the good, the bad and the solution.
Water… when fresh, is perfect for drinking. Black water or wastewater when filtered and highly treated becomes grey water also known as reclaimed water which is suitable for irrigating plant life. Reclaimed water is filtered and highly treated with phosphorus, nitrogen and other chemicals to remove the harmful bacteria and bring it back to its […]
Colorado Has Proclaimed July as Smart Irrigation Month
It’s officially official! The Colorado Governor, Jared Polis has proclaimed July as Smart Irrigation Month!
Upselling with Hardscapes
An article written by Belgard. For additional Belgard news and product information visit Belgard News. Particularly in neighborhoods where all of the homes have a similar look, today’s homeowners often love to add unique embellishments that will set their home apart from the crowd and allow them to exhibit a bit of individuality. This mindset […]
CPS Distributors Opens New South Denver Branch
PRESS RELEASE | FOR RELEASE 8:00 A.M. CST, JUNE 5, 2019 CPS Distributors Adds South Denver Branch to Support Local Contractors McKinney, TX – June 5, 2019: Heritage Landscape Supply Group, Inc. (“Heritage”) announced today that CPS Distributors has opened a branch at 7660 E. Jewell Avenue, Suite A, Denver, CO 80231 to benefit local […]
Selling Strategies for Landscape Contractors
“It’s not just that people want to deal with someone they like. It’s that they want to deal with someone who likes them, and who is like them.” – Robert Cialdini, author of Pre-Suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence People and Persuade You’re an expert in your trade and offer a service that brings value […]
2019 CPS Tailgate Schedule
The 2019 CPS Tailgate season is upon us! Come by for lunch, visit with industry leading vendors and CPS staff to get the latest product updates, trends and news. Don’t Forget to take advantage of the 1-Day Tailgate Specials! Thank you and we appreciate your business!
Pentair Pro Dealer Promotion
THE PENTAIR PRO DEALER PROGRAM Welcome to the Pentair Pro Dealer program! The Pentair Pro Dealer Program is open to dealers in the water well, sump sewage, plumbing, water treatment, agriculture or irrigation industries, who purchase eligible products from authorized Pentair Water Supply Distributors. As a Pro Dealer, you share a reputation of quality in […]
Top 5 Time Saving Irrigation Products
We’ve all heard it and many live by it, “Time is Money!” and who doesn’t want to save time on their irrigation projects? Finishing the job faster means increased bottom lines, more clients, and more success! Work smarter, not harder with our Top 5 Time Saving Irrigation Products designed to speed up your job times […]
Low Cost Online Marketing Tools for Landscape Professionals
Big Online Marketing on a Small Budget It’s no secret….. Your customers are online, and your landscaping business needs to be too. Think your old-school approach to finding business will still work? Think again. It’s time to shift your focus towards how you will leverage online marketing tools to acquire and keep new customers. Most […]
Best Practices for Porcelain Pavers from Belgard
Belgard has been leading the way in hardscape innovation, products, and design for decades. With close attention to current and upcoming outdoor living trends, Belgard has since introduced a vast line of porcelain pavers. Covering a wide variety of styles, colors, and shapes, Belgard’s porcelain line is sure to have something for everyone. Check out […]
How to Sell Professional Patio Lighting
How to Sell Professional Patio Lighting Patio lighting is an easy add-on sale to any landscape or outdoor living project. Installation is a breeze and the aesthetic it provides captures the attention of your customer’s neighbors and friends. Here are some quick tips on closing the sale: Sell the lifestyle: Patio lighting makes outdoor spaces […]
2019 Green Industry Outlook
The Irrigation & Green Industry magazine surveyed 437 landscape contractors around the country at the end of 2018 and crunched the data to create a report on some of the hot topics in the industry. The result is a very interesting look into the state of the industry with topics ranging from employee wages to […]
DHS Issues Additional 30,000 H-2B Visas for 2019
The new round of 30,000 visas to be issued requires that the non-immigrant worker applicant has been previously enrolled in an H-2B program within the last 3 seasons. This release doubles the amount of 15,000 additional visas that were released last year. Also, the announcement of the additional visas was released two full months earlier […]
NALP Launches Apprenticeship Program Through U.S. Department of Labor
The NALP has launched an apprenticeship program that offers job seekers a path to a new career in the industry through a paid apprenticeship with a professional landscape company. The program is registered through the Department of Labor which provides significant state and federal funding for companies interested in participating in the program, including grants […]
Find Out the “It” to Close More Sales
Imagine a situation where you check all the boxes on closing a deal with a prospect. Your presentation is perfect! You’ve invested a generous amount of time understanding your prospect’s needs. You worked hard to establish rapport, asked engaging questions to better understand the prospect’s wants, needs, perceptions & concerns and you’ve prepared the perfect […]
CPS Spring Fling 2019 – One for the Ages!
CPS Celebrates it’s 31st Annual Spring Fling Event Life offers few inevitables: Death. Taxes. And an AMAZING CPS Spring Fling event every year! Our 31st annual CPS Spring Fling was another huge success as over 1,200 of the very best and brightest industry professionals gathered together to show and learn about the latest in green […]
The FAQ’s on GeoRipper
Gone are the days of digging trenches by hand. Now you can dig trenches in a fraction of time using the MiniTrencher GeoRipper. GeoRipper uses two-stroke and four-stroke engines that are specifically designed to work in hostile environments. GeoRippers are designed to minimize downtime thereby maximizing your time on the job. Below are a series […]
Let’s Talk Spring Fertilization & Aeration
It’s that time of year again when we know spring is right around the corner. This means it’s time to wash the ice melt out of our fertilizer spreaders, service the ‘ol aerator, sharpen all the tools and start planning for the season ahead. Let’s talk about the first fertilization of the season. This application […]
Irrigation Troubleshooting 101: Understand What You are Troubleshooting
To have your irrigation run effectively, you must have two equally important but different systems work properly: Power and Water. Water is needed for the plants to have the nourishment to grow. Power is needed to control where and when the water is applied. Water can be managed using a few or a multitude of […]
Successful Recruitment Strategies for Landscape Professionals
It’s no secret, the landscaping industry is in a labor crisis. This year, the demand for H-2B seasonal foreign workers far exceeded the supply. In fact, requests were so high that the iCERT website was crashed 5 out of the first 10 days of eligibility as business owners scrambled to submit 97,000 requests for only […]
What’s New for 2019
See it here first – The new products for 2019! Contact your local CPS branch or visit Shop.CPSdistributors.com for your pricing and availability. BELGARD® We are excited to announce that we will now be carrying another leading paver manufacturer, Belgard. Belgard offers contractors a variety of quality pavers, wall, and Mirage porcelain tile. From eye-catching driveways, […]
Fourmile Sandstone – A Quarry Providing More Than Just Quality Sandstone
Locally owned, carefully mined, masterfully cut. One of our newest products lines, Fourmile Sandstone, offers unique and beautiful sandstone boulders, steps, slabs, and wall block. Beyond the product, is an impactful story – one that explains how they came to be and their plans for the future. Down a winding road, tucked away in Canon […]
When’s the last time you reviewed your insurance policy?
Sponsored Article As the new year begins, take time to review your insurance. Ask yourself, did you get the policy that you thought you purchased? Are you covered for snow removal and if so, is it for shoveling snow or plowing snow? The risk for shoveling snow is less than plowing and some insurance companies […]
Landscaping Safety PPE List
Supervisors in the landscaping industry must prioritize the health and safety of their workers above all other matters in their daily operations. Outfitting your employees with the proper PPE (personal protection equipment) is essential to meeting safety guidelines in the workplace. A basic understanding of industry standards and regulations will help you properly outfit your […]
Boost Your Sales with these 5 Outdoor Living Trends
Homeowners are continuing to spend more and more money on their homes and more specifically their backyards. Benefits often include a greater return for their property and another living space for their family and friends to gather. Now with new technology, outdoor living spaces can be enjoyed longer throughout the year. From innovative landscape lighting […]
S.M.A.R.T. Goal Planning for Landscape Professionals
The landscape business ramps up very quickly in the Spring. Before it’s too late, you need to take time to ensure success for the upcoming season by focusing on these three areas during the off-season: Relax, Recover, and PLAN! Planning for success is essential to visualizing and executing a plan for the upcoming season. Successful […]
Easy Steps to Winterize Your Irrigation Pump
As freezing temps approach, it’s time to winterize water pumps to prevent your pumps from freezing. Correctly winterizing your pump is necessary in order to prevent damage due to freezing. These simple steps will guide you through the winterization process, and will leave you feeling confident that your pump will be protected all winter long! […]
Fall Fertilizing for a Successful Spring
The following article was written by CPS’s very own Mike Frank: Here we are nearing the end of another great season. We have worked hard and endured the heat and lack of rain. We are ready to kick back a little and enjoy cooler temps and generally easier conditions to rejuvenate. Our turf has been […]
Thank you Golfers for supporting CPS Golf Tournaments!
CPS Golf Tournaments Celebrate Another Year! Thank you to all of the golfers, sponsors and volunteers who participated in the Wyoming Golf Classic and The Dave Nelson Memorial Golf Classic. We were blessed with great weather and fun days of golf with a total of 275 golfers at both tournaments. We also raised over $3000.00 […]
CPS & Rain Bird Host 2nd Annual Golf Summit in Denver, CO
The 2nd annual CPS Golf Summit was held on August 23, 2018 at TopGolf in Centennial, CO. Each year, CPS partners with Rain Bird to hold this event for Colorado golf turf professionals interested in learning about new technologies in irrigation and turf management from Rain Bird golf division specialists and other manufacturer representatives. The […]
Snow Removal Service Liability Limitation Act Passes in Colorado
On May 30, 2018, Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper signed into law Senate Bill 18-062, referred to as the “Snow Removal Service Liability Limitation Act” (the Act), codified at C.R.S. § 13-21-129. The Act is based on model legislation drafted by the Accredited Snow Contractors Association (ASCA), which saw similar legislation pass in Illinois, with bills […]
CPS Distributors Holds Inaugural Sports Field/Turf Day
The 1st annual Sports Field/Turf Day was held on July 19, 2018 at Lowry Sports Complex in Denver, CO. The free event brought out approximately 150 attendees from Denver and surrounding community municipalities eager to learn about the latest in product innovations and field maintenance tactics that will help them succeed in their field preparations. […]
Best Smart Irrigation Products for 2018
Smart Irrigation Month is an initiative led by the Irrigation Association to “promote the social, economic and environmental benefits of efficient irrigation technologies, products and services in landscape, turf and agricultural irrigation.” As landscape professionals and homeowners seek to use more water efficient products, manufacturers have followed suit to develop the latest and greatest in […]
Fertilizer in Combination with Pre and Post Emergent Herbicides
The following article was written by CPS employee Mike Frank: Lets take a look at using fertilizers with herbicides included. These can be a great time saver when used properly. Let’s start by making sure to calibrate your spreaders and apply according to the label. Follow those directions to a fault and you should be […]
Mulch Madness! The Benefits of Mulching Your Landscaping Areas
The history of mulching landscape and agricultural areas dates back more than 10,000 years when our ancient ancestors realized the benefits of using mulching products in their gardens and farms. Stone age farmers didn’t have the fancy bark and recycled product mulch materials that we have at our disposal today, but nonetheless they realized the […]
The Hidden Values of Landscapes: Implications for Drought Planning
The climate in Colorado & Wyoming is in a perpetual drought state. With an increasing population (estimated to nearly double over the next 20 years), water demand will inevitably increase. As citizens and industry work together to meet the Colorado Water Plan’s water conservation goals, the steps we take now will better prepare us for future […]
Smart Irrigation Turns Brilliant in Wyoming
How A Laramie School District leveraged Smart Technology To Save BIG As green industry irrigation professionals, we’re all striving to be more water-efficient by utilizing smart irrigation technology. Industry manufacturers have all followed suit developing more efficient systems, and installers are using water-efficient technologies as a selling point to intrigue environmentally-friendly, budget-savvy customers. But what […]
The Infield Dirt Revolution – How DuraEdge’s “Engineered” Soil Is Making Ball Parks Safer And More Enjoyable
Anyone who’s ever played infield in their local softball league can relate to the dreaded bad hop that could have you looking more like a hockey player than a baseball player. Or the flash flood that made the field more suitable for ducks than humans. Luckily, the days of sourcing any old local dirt for […]
CPS Celebrates 30th Annual Spring Fling
Every Landscaping Season Starts at CPS Spring Fling CPS Spring Fling, the green industry’s premier irrigation, landscape, golf, pump & well and grow show in Colorado, once again lived up to its name this year. Our 30th annual CPS Spring Fling was one for the ages! Over 900 of the best and brightest industry professionals […]
H-2B Applications Exceed Visa Availability in 2018
H-2b Processing Change for 2018 The Department of Labor has announced a change in H-2B processing in 2018. According to the United States Department of Labor, the processing change is intended to “assure fairness regarding the issuance of H-2B temporary labor certifications due to the unprecedented volume of applications received on January 1, 2018.” Why […]
Success With Pre-Emergent Herbicide – Avoid Common Misconceptions to Ensure Success
There may be snow on the ground – but we all know it won’t be there for long! Our very own Mike Frank from our CPS Longmont branch has taken the time to remind us of all the Myths and Facts surrounding Pre-Emergents. Take a look! 7 Common Myths & Facts Concerning Pre-Emergents: 1. There […]
2018 Landscape & Outdoor Living Trends
Exciting trends are approaching for the 2018 landscaping season, and being in the know on such trends is a good way to be a forward-thinking contractor set up for success this coming season. Great news……Here in the mountain region, where we tend to spend as much time as possible outdoors, the upcoming trends certainly hit […]