These helpful summer landscaping tips are from Alabama Smart Yards!     Place deciduous shade trees on the south, east, and west sides of a house to case shade in the summer. Deciduous trees reduce energy costs (by 11.4%) by shading a house in summer.  Depending on the amount of shade cover, energy savings can […]

DRAINAGE ISSUES It’s easy to spot a drainage issue when you have a lake in your front yard but not all drainage issues are so easy to spot.  Be on the lookout for:     DUMPING DOWNSPOUTS: Downspouts that are too short can dump water around your foundation.  The excess water can put pressure on […]

July is Smart Irrigation Month!  Since July is a peak month for outdoor water use, it’s a good time to evaluate your sprinkler system.  A system audit can detect leaks and uneven watering, which waste water and can damage your lawn. Our Irrigation Service Department is back in full force!  We appreciate all of our […]

THANK YOU for your patience! We were blessed this year to have a very busy spring season!  Many of you waited patiently for us to install your landscape project and we thank you! Because of the planning, organization, and timely project completion by our installation teams, slots are now opening up for landscape, hardscape, and […]

The Nelson Team would like to ask for everyone to keep Service Technician, Jeff Hiatt, in your thoughts and prayers as he undergoes triple bypass surgery. As a TEAM, we want to thank Jeff for all of his dedication and pray for his speedy recovery!

  With new Wifi Capable Controllers you can access, control and monitor your irrigation system from anywhere!  WaterSense® certified when installed with a Rain Sensor with up to 30% water savings!   Check out this link for more information: http://www.rainbird.com/documents/turf/bro_ESP-Me-WiFi_Sellsheet_en.pdf The Nelson Team is both a Rainbird Select Contractor and a WaterSense® Partner.  Contact us […]

When spring arrives it is important to properly start up your irrigation system and do a thorough inspection to make sure your system is in proper working order.  Start-ups include checking proper operation of the entire system and making repairs as needed. Should we find freeze damage, and you took advantage of our Winterization service, […]

We’ve shared in past newsletters the benefits of outdoor lighting. Now here is a chance to see exactly how certain lighting techniques can enhance the architecture of your home and your landscape. Our team can help you design a system to meet your vision and enjoy the many benefits that outdoor lighting provides.  Display and […]

The Nelson Team can provide both our residential and commercial clients with long lasting and environmentally friendly solutions that protect your property and our water resources!  Poor drainage on your property is unsightly but if not corrected can cause sod and plants to die, erosion and moisture damage in your basement and foundation. Simple Drainage […]