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Build skills, connections and business at HNA 2026
By The Coffee Shops®. Hardscape and landscape professionals can explore new products, sharpen their expertise and connect with industry peers. Hardscape and landscape professionals looking to strengthen their businesses can connect, learn and explore industry innovations at Hardscape North America (HNA), held October 21-23, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky. Co-located ...
From soil to sprinklers and everything in between
By Emma Peterson. 4 common irrigation challenges and the tools that help outdoor contractors overcome them. On the surface, irrigation is simple – get the water to the plants. But in reality, there are quite a few different factors to account for when setting up an irrigation system! Things like ...
Building landscapes that last with Heritage
By Emma Peterson. Heritage Landscape Supply provides the products and expertise contractors need to promote vibrant, resilient landscapes. Creating a client’s dream backyard landscape takes a lot of time and effort. Not only do landscapers work alongside contractors ranging from siding specialists to hardscape installer and pool designers who all ...
AquaStars Golden Ticket Giveaway
With only a handful of Golden Tickets remaining, now is the time to get in on one of AquaStar's most exciting promotions. The Golden Ticket giveaway gives pool professionals the chance to win exclusive prizes while being part of a high-energy experience that culminates at the International Pool & Spa ...
Michael Krause - AquaStar's Golden Ticket: A Backstage Pass to Innovation
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman is joined by Michael Krause of AquaStar Pool Products to talk about the Golden Ticket. Join them as they discuss a unique opportunity for pool industry professionals to visit AquaStar’s World Headquarters in Ventura, California. The promotion names seven grand ...
Megan Magana - Outdoor Living Takes Center Stage
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman sits down with Megan Magana, show manager for the International Pool Spa Patio and Deck Expo, to talk about this year’s expo and what attendees can expect from one of the industry’s leading events. They discuss why the expo is ...
Pricing stability builds trust for pool professionals
By Jesse Sanchez. Predictable pricing, contractor education and smarter equipment use can help pool professionals strengthen customer relationships and communicate long-term value. For pool contractors navigating an uncertain market, predictable pricing can be more than a budgeting advantage; it can help build trust with homeowners. In this episode of From the Ground ...
Build skills and business strength at HNA 2026
By The Coffee Shops®. Hardscape North America’s three-day schedule includes installer courses, business education and live demonstrations. Mark your calendars! Hardscape North America (HNA) is taking place Tuesday, October 20-23, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky. Hosted at the Hyatt Regency Louisville Downtown and the Kentucky Exposition Center, HNA gives outdoor construction ...
Build better hardscapes with expert-led technical education at Hardscape North America
Great hardscapes require the right techniques, the right materials and the knowledge to adapt as products, technologies and customer expectations evolve. This October, Hardscape North America (HNA) will bring together industry experts to share practical installation techniques and real-world solutions that contractors can take directly to the jobsite. From fire features ...
Before you dig
By Cotney Consulting Group. Utility locating, trenching and excavation safety. Outdoor contractors break ground every day. Landscapers install drainage and irrigation. Lighting contractors bury cable. Pool and spa crews run plumbing and electrical lines. Hardscape contractors excavate for walls, patios and outdoor structures. Sports-surface crews prepare bases and install underground ...
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