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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
