by admin | Jul 15, 2012 | Drainage, Networking, Storm Water Management, Sustainable Practices, Uncategorized
About 25 years ago I was called to provide pricing for a rather extensive drainage project in Bethesda, Md. The homeowner had consulted with an experienced builder and drainage expert who had provided recommendations for keeping existing underground water (springs)...
by kathleenlitchfield | Jul 15, 2012 | Drainage, Storm Water Management, Sustainable Practices
OK, it’s going to melt….we hope. This is when the saturation starts along the exterior walls of the foundation. If the gutters have pulled away from the house it’s only going to get worse. I don’t know about you, but my mold allergies keep me...
by admin | Jul 15, 2012 | Creavtive Gardening, Drainage, Gardening
It is truly amazing every single year how we continue to pile on the mulch. I’ve tried to analyze the mentality of this manic practice (specific evidently to the Washington area) like I’ve tried to get my mind around why someone would throw a piece of trash out a car...
by admin | Jul 15, 2012 | Rain Barrel, Storm Water Management, Sustainable Practices
Through a series of coincidental meetings (the third being a clear indication for action) I enrolled and was accepted into the Watershed Stewards Academy (WSA). For the next several months I have/will attend evening classes at the Arlington Echo Outdoor Education...
by admin | Jul 15, 2012 | Gardening, Landscape Design
AFTER BEFORE As Spring approaches let Petro Design/Build getcreative and design a custom “First Impression” for you… The new entry seen below practically beckons you to enter. The doorway is highlighted by beautiful Upright Hornbeams, while...