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Apr
1
2010

Wiring Connections - Hub vs. Daisy Chaining

There are two different types of ways to design wiring in Landscape Lighting. One method usually called, “Hub” or “Spider Splicing” has a big advantage over the other method known as “Daisy Chaining.” The hub method, illustrated below,  consists of a run going to a central meeting point for all the lights connected to that

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Mar
16
2010

Eden Prairie Townhouse Property Saves $3000 In A Year By Replacing Their Lawn Sprinkler Controller!

That’s right, and Eden Prairie townhouse property saved a whole lot of water and cash by replacing their old lawn sprinkler controller. If you have a large property with a sprinkler system, townhouse property, condominium property, retirement facility, church, school, park, office, shopping center, warehouse, strip mall, or large residence; you too can save water

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Mar
15
2010

Troubleshooting Landscape Lighting - Lamp Replacement

MR-16s are rated for as little as a 1000 hours to 10,000 or even 40,000 hours in the case of LEDs.

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Feb
16
2010

New Twin Cities Metro Area Public Utility Water Rates.

Is your water bill higher? Think your lawn sprinkler system has sprung a leak? Chances are your bill is higher because of a bill the Minnesota state legislature passed last year. Minnesota statute 103G.291 has become active as of January 1, 2010.  It states that all cities in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area must adopt a utility

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Feb
16
2010

City of Shakopee Water Rates (2010)

Note:  Some cities use measurements such as units, cubic meters or cubic feet for some reason.  So, in addition to the city’s water pricing structure we have done the conversion to gallons for to give you a better frame of reference.
For ways to conserve water and lower your bill contact us and check out our previous blog post.
Shakopee’s Monthly

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