Ask the Expert: Stand Out from the Competition with a Low Impact Grub + Insect Control Program
This year many parts of the US, specifically the Midwest and Northeast, have seen higher than normal levels of rain. It’s been a very wet spring and because of this, we’ll need to be ready to combat an uptick of grub and insect infestations. Prevention and early control are key to making sure your customer’s […]
Easier & Faster 2-Wire Troubleshooting with As-Built Drawings
Over the past couple months, we’ve shared several resources about troubleshooting 2-wire irrigation systems. These resources have included tips for troubleshooting with a multimeter, manufacturer-specific guides, and access to Central’s Two-Wired Decoder Hotline. This year in particular, has been a rough year and our two-wire experts have been in the field helping to troubleshoot and […]
The Seed Report: What You Need to Know for This Year’s Overseeding Season
Summer’s here and the busy season is underway. You’re focused on keeping existing turf looking great, so grass seed may be the last thing on your mind. Now that we’ve hit July, seed harvest is right around the corner. Even though it feels far off, now is the time to get informed and know what’s […]
7 Quick Resources for Turfgrass: Weeds, Diseases, Soil Temp, Products & Labels
When you’re in the field you don’t always have the time or the means to search for solutions to problems that arise. You can’t sit down at your laptop, perform a Google Search, and then spend 20 minutes looking for what you need. Even more challenging can be finding the right solution on your mobile […]
Timing is Everything: When to Launch a New Service
You’re excited. You’ve been talking about it for years and now it’s finally a reality. You’ve done the research. You’ve sourced and stocked the necessary products, tools, and equipment. You’ve trained your team. You’re ready to pull the trigger. You’re ready to launch a new service to your customers. But when is the best time? […]
Ask the Expert: 5 Resources for 2-Wire Troubleshooting
Last month, we shared a step-by-step how-to on troubleshooting a two-wire system with a multimeter. As we all know, troubleshooting can be frustrating and take valuable time away from other jobs. If the system is through a manufacturer you are unfamiliar with, sourcing the resources you need quickly can feel impossible. We’ve reconnected with Doug […]
Increase Your Sales with 5 Easy Website Updates
Your website is the most important marketing tool for your business. Even more important, it acts as your storefront and many times it’s the first interaction potential customers have with your business. Remember, first impressions matter. In the past, we’ve covered several marketing tips to help your business grow from setting up your Google My […]
Ask the Expert: 3 Steps for Growing Your Sales with Lighting Design
Last month we connected with Glen Nyhuis, Central’s National Lighting Director, to discuss common misunderstandings when it comes to lighting basics such as wattage, amps, and volts. We spent some time getting Back to Basics on the technical side to make sure that your lighting installations were back on track for the season. Now, we […]
New Developments: Roundup Lawsuit, Plus 3 Alternatives to Glyphosate
As the weeks go by, the Roundup lawsuits continue to make headlines. Just two weeks ago a couple in California was awarded $2 billion (yes that’s billion) in punitive and compensatory damages after the couple alleged that the glyphosate in Roundup caused their cancer. Lawsuits continue to mount throughout the US and worldwide, with Bayer now […]
3 Alternatives to Glyphosate & Roundup
More and more, our customers are asking pressing questions about what chemicals go on their lawn. Especially with the recently negative news coverage our industry has seen with the Roundup lawsuit. Our customers worry about their kids, their pets, and the environment—and they want to make sure that the chemicals that go on their law […]