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Summer Field Day: The Landscape & Snow Exp Thursday, August 20, 2026 | Lake County Fairgrounds | Grayslake, IL Landscape Illinois’ oldest event is getting a nostalgic return to its roots as Summer Field Day comes back with the spirit of a day at the county fair. Join fellow members for an ... Read More

Hardscape North America (HNA), taking place October 21-23, has released its 2026 education lineup, offering contractors and industry professionals two full days of game-changing education, complemented by hands-on demonstrations offered all three days, all designed to drive growth, efficiency and innovation. This year’s program features a powerful mix of ... Read More

By The Coffee Shops™. Modern automated block irrigation is playing a key role in improving water management, labor efficiency and crop performance. For specialty crop growers, irrigation decisions are a big deal. Take vineyards as an example. Irrigation must be perfectly balanced as overwatering can dilute Brix (sugar) levels and ... Read More

What if predictable pricing could help contractors balance budget with lasting performance? Today's contractors have an opportunity to stand out by helping homeowners understand the value behind quality products and efficient pool systems. AquaStar supports that conversation with pricing stability, practical education, and solutions designed to help contractors succeed. Find your local ... Read More

What if predictable pricing could help contractors balance budget with lasting performance? Today's contractors have an opportunity to stand out by helping homeowners understand the value behind quality products and efficient pool systems. AquaStar supports that conversation with pricing stability, practical education, and solutions designed to help contractors succeed. Find your local ... Read More

In this OutdoorTalk™, Karol Weyman is joined by Logan Barker and Jamie Jaramillo from Noble Tile, along with John Zaprala from Heritage Landscape Supply Group, to explore how tile, hardscapes and pool design work together to create exceptional outdoor living environments. The discussion will cover pool finishes, waterline tile, coping, ... Read More

In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman is joined by Todd Pieri of AquaStar for a conversation on why pricing stability has become a critical advantage for pool contractors. Together, they explore the challenges builders and service professionals face in today's market, how predictable pricing helps contractors ... Read More

By Jesse Sanchez. Hurley Fox explains how accurate financial data, disciplined planning for cash flow and effective technology can help contractors grow profitably. Contractors may be skilled at delivering quality work, but sustainable growth also requires a clear understanding of where money enters, moves through and leaves a business. In ... Read More

By Emma Peterson. How modern water management technologies help contractors improve sustainability, save money and keep landscapes thriving. In a new episode of OutdoorTalk™, host Karol Weyman sits down with Luis Andrade of Heritage Landscape Supply Group to discuss the smart tools and strategies available to irrigations and landscape professionals. ... Read More

Industry veteran joins Pool Brain to accelerate innovation, elevate education and help shape the future of pool service technology. Pool Brain has announced it has hired Eric Knight, in a strategic move to accelerate delivery of game changing education and software tools in the swimming pool industry. As part of this ... Read More

By Jesse Sanchez. Updated water-efficiency standards give irrigation contractors a greater role in planning systems before construction begins. Outdoor water use is becoming a more important part of residential building design, according to the Irrigation Association, creating opportunities for irrigation contractors to contribute earlier in the planning process. The National ... Read More

SpreadRock WALL transformations can be completed in just one weekend, providing years of lasting beauty to a home’s exterior. Adding curb appeal to the home during National Curb Appeal Month in August can be achieved by spreading on SpreadRock® WALL, an authentic three-step speckled granite coating system. Ideal for enhancing house ... Read More

By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how aligned technology, structured presentations and effective coaching can help home improvement sales teams perform with greater confidence. As home improvement companies add more technology to their sales processes, representatives are often expected to navigate multiple platforms while delivering a clear, polished customer experience. In a ... Read More

By Emma Peterson. A conversation with Heritage Pool Supply's Chris Hill highlights why in-person events remain essential for learning, relationship-building and business growth. In the outdoor contracting industry, there are countless tradeshows ranging from market specific (like the Irrigation Association’s Show) to more all encompassing (such as the Pool Spa ... Read More

In this episode of Contractor Outlook™, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with Todd Thomas, co-founder of Woodchuck AI, about how artificial intelligence could help contractors manage tear-off waste more efficiently. Todd explains how the platform uses AI and camera technology to monitor jobsite dumpsters in real time. Woodchuck AI is ... Read More

By Daich Coatings. How Daich's TracSafe® Anti-Slip Sealer prevents accidents. Happy five year anniversary to Mike Sheahan! That’s how long he’s been enjoying TracSafe® Anti-Slip Sealer on his patio. A resident of Glendale, Arizona, Mike knows what it’s like to live in a hot area. He applied the TracSafe to his covered ... Read More

AquaCurve highlights how homeowners are creating comfortable backyard pool spaces through thoughtful furniture choices and shallow-water lounging areas. AquaCurve, a designer of modern in-pool lounge furniture for residential swimming pools, is highlighting the growing interest in backyard pool environments designed for relaxation, comfort and outdoor living. As homeowners continue investing in outdoor ... Read More

By Emma Peterson. These standout stories explore the trends, people and products shaping the future of the outdoor contracting industry. As another month comes to a close, it’s time for our usual article recap! This month, the OutdoorCoffeeShop™ readers were especially interested in construction growth, sustainability, innovative products and ... Read More

By Jesse Sanchez. Gerry Garcia helps contractors document and submit award-worthy work for national recognition through the HNA Awards. Every year, hardscape contractors transform landscapes, solve complex design challenges and invest countless hours creating exceptional projects. Yet much of that work receives little recognition beyond the communities where it was ... Read More

By The Coffee Shops™. The Titebond Heavy Duty lineup delivers serious grab, tough bonds and dependable performance. Whether the project calls for broad compatibility, added strength for heavy materials or dependable application in cold weather, Franklin International’s Titebond brand has a heavy duty option designed to meet the demand. ... Read More