by admin | Dec 1, 2011 | Drainage
I recently saw a ‘grab’ line in an advertisement for a drainage company that stated “The most common solution to drainage is a system of French drains”. No! This is wrong. A French drain in the wrong location can be a costly mistake. Here are a few basic rules for...
by admin | Nov 10, 2011 | Landscape Design
What is your seasonal window view…? …Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter… The view to the outside changes dramatically through the seasons. Are your views taking advantage of what Mother Nature offers every year…? Extend your residence from the...
by admin | Nov 9, 2011 | Uncategorized
Porticoes historically have been used in architecture to define an entry, create an area of welcoming and gathering, and of course protection from the elements: SNOW, rain, and sun! At Petro we specialize in helping to create these inviting elegant arrivals with...
by admin | Nov 4, 2011 | Drainage
A ‘1000-year’ storm event is certainly the true test of the capability of a home drainage system. Yeah, yeah “it was a freak event” yet we have had 4 ‘freak’ events in the last 6 years and it only takes 1 to add thousands of dollars in repairs or, at least, raise...
by admin | Sep 22, 2011 | Gardening
If you thought Spring, the time of natural renewal, was the best time for planting, you might be surprised! FALL…. is actually the best time to let roots take hold and give your new garden time to develop and grow. The parts above the ground may have to deal with...
