by Petty's | Apr 16, 2020 | Drainage
We all know that April showers bring May flowers, and that sure has been the case in East Texas the past few weeks. With all of this rain, you might be considering how to achieve better drainage in your yard. Whether you simply want to get rid of soggy areas around...
by Petty's | Mar 16, 2020 | Landscape, Pest Control
Spring time isn’t only a great time to deep clean your home, it’s also an excellent time for spring cleaning outdoor areas. With warmer temperatures and longer days, you can use the spring season to freshen and prep your lawn, landscape, and outdoor seating...
by Petty's | Feb 14, 2020 | Pest Control
One benefit of the colder months is that most annoying pests such as mosquitos, gnats, wasps, and snakes hibernate until warmer weather arrives in the Spring. However, there are some pests that stick around through the winter and put a damper on our cozy days at home....
by Petty's | Feb 3, 2020 | Landscape
New Year, New Yard The new year brings with it new opportunities and resolutions. Maybe one of your new year resolutions is to spend more time outside, to plant a garden for the first time, or to renovate your existing garden. We want to help you achieve those...
by Petty's | Dec 30, 2019 | Landscape
Winter officially arrived a few short weeks ago, and even though most of East Texas has been experiencing a mild December, Old Man Winter will soon show his face, bringing in much colder temperatures. One thing to keep in mind as winter settles in is keeping your...
by Petty's | Nov 25, 2019 | Irrigation
As winter moves into Texas, many of us tend to forget about keeping up with our summer irrigation and landscaping systems. After all, who is worried about having a green lawn in November? Since most of us have embraced the brown crunchiness of the fall and winter...
by Petty's | Oct 31, 2019 | Landscape
What is Hydromulch? Hydromulching, which is sometimes also called hydroseeding or hydraulic mulch seeding, is a method of planting grass in which a mixture of water, fiber mulch, tackifier (an adhesive substance), and seeds are sprayed over an area to prevent soil...
by Petty's | Sep 30, 2019 | Hardscape
Cooler temperatures and orange leaves are on the horizon for East Texas, even though it might not feel like it at the moment. With those cool autumn evenings, you’ll be more likely to spend time outside and your backyard is the perfect place to relax! To get you in...
by Petty's | Aug 22, 2019 | Landscape
With temperatures in the triple digits at the end of summer, all of East Texas, including your yard and plants, might feel like they are wilting in the summer sun. Texans expect summers to be pretty dry and this summer is shaping up to be following norms. However, the...
by Petty's | Jul 15, 2019 | Pest Control
While mosquitoes are a natural part of summer in East Texas, you don’t have to let mosquitoes keep you from enjoying warm summer evenings outside with your family. There are precautions you can take to avoid hearing that dreaded buzzing or going to bed with mosquito...
by Petty's | Jun 17, 2019 | Drainage
Grey rain clouds dot the forecast for most of East Texas in the coming weeks. While this rain will undoubtedly bring cooler temperatures and lush green lawns, it could also bring potential foundation issues for your home, especially if you have a poor drainage system....
by Petty's | May 3, 2019 | Pest Control
Termites. These small but powerful pests can cause major damage to the exterior and interior of your home. In fact, the National Pest Management Association has recorded that homeowners will incur over 5 billion dollars in damage from termites each year! The...
by Petty's | Apr 8, 2019 | Drainage, Irrigation
Some homes and other buildings may have been built without proper attention to the flow of water when heavier-than-expected rains occur. But even buildings which have previously had perfect drainage and no flooding may develop issues over time. That can happen as the...
by Petty's | Mar 12, 2019 | Pest Control
Though East Texas weather can be unpredictable, we know that spring is coming soon. With the warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours, many people enjoy spending more time in their yards. Unfortunately, these warmer temperatures can also mean the return of bugs...
by Petty's | Jan 28, 2019 | Landscape
It’s wintertime now, but that means Spring is on the way. With a little planning and not too much effort, you can act now to freshen up the look of your workplace (or home) for the springtime. Here are a few suggestions which would work well for most locations in our...
by Petty's | Jan 23, 2019 | Landscape
Many property owners want to take care of their property, or at least make it look appealing, but don’t know how to do it. Throughout our 68 years of service we’ve picked up a few tips on how to care for your lawn. Many of these tips can be done by any...
by Petty's | Dec 1, 2018 | Community
With holidays approaching, our thoughts are filled with spending time with family and friends, creating joy and memories to cherish by sharing and giving. Wanting to make this year as special as ever and full of excitement, we start making our list of the many things...
by Petty's | Nov 29, 2018 | Landscape
East Texas may not often experience the extreme winter weather common in the far northern states, but it does get cold enough to freeze. That means it can kill or damage some outdoor plants if they’re not protected. There are a number of things you can do to get your...
by Petty's | Nov 8, 2018 | Irrigation
Installing a new sprinkler system is a huge undertaking. As such, many homeowners and businesses want to make sure they get exactly what they want in an installation. But not everything is optional. Irrigation in Texas is regulated by the Texas Commission on...
by Petty's | Nov 1, 2018 | Pest Control
Droppings Recent rodent droppings are one way to be certain that rats or mice are present. New droppings are dark and moist. As droppings age, they dry out and become old and gray and easily crumble if touched. Mouse droppings are small, less than one-quarter inch,...
by Petty's | Oct 8, 2018 | Community
Fall is the ideal time to plant all kinds of things yet when it comes to planting many homeowners think Spring is the best time. Milder temperatures during initial root growth as opposed to Spring planting and the harsh summer temperatures give roots a great head...
by Petty's | Oct 3, 2018 | Hardscape
Retaining walls are structures designed to restrain soil to unnatural slopes. They are used to bound soils between two different elevations often in areas of terrain possessing undesirable slopes or in areas where the landscape needs to be shaped severely and...
by Petty's | Sep 7, 2018 | Landscape
It depends… what do you want it for? Do you want it for your children and pets to run around on in your yard? Zoysia grass is the most comfortable, thick, beautiful grass you can buy in East Texas. It is twice the cost of other grasses, but you’re paying for the...
by Petty's | Sep 6, 2018 | Landscape
Unity is obtained by the effective use of components in design to express the main idea through consistent style. Unity can be achieved by using mass plantings of one plant and repetition using the same plant in different areas. Each area of the landscape must...
by Petty's | Aug 27, 2018 | Pest Control
Many people are thrilled when the first hard freeze hits East Texas, but it’s not always because they enjoy colder weather. The hopeful expectation for many is that a hard freeze will kill off the pests which bother us all summer (think gnats, fleas, termites and...
by Petty's | Aug 20, 2018 | Hardscape
Most people are familiar with “landscaping,” but not everyone has heard of “hardscaping.” Merriam-Webster defines hardscape as “structures (such as fountains, benches, or gazebos) that are incorporated into a landscape.” That contrasts with softscape, which is...
by Petty's | Aug 14, 2018 | Community, Drainage, Hardscape, Irrigation, Landscape, Pest Control
This summer, Petty’s Irrigation, Landscape and Pest Control held a contest for a Backyard Makeover. The winning family was the Crains of Tyler, TX – Jamie and Rachel Crain, and their two children. They won a $28,000 custom makeover for their backyard including...
by Petty's | Jul 30, 2018 | Community
Follow the updates on our backyard makeover on this page! We’re excited to show you what Petty’s can do through this transformation process. If any idea in this video inspires you, like our irrigation, landscape, hardscaping, or pest control, feel free to...
by Petty's | Jun 19, 2018 | Pest Control
From fleas and ticks to termites, rodents, and wasps, Petty’s has the most innovative techniques and equipment to rid your home and yard of those unwelcome house guests. We aid in all three stages of pest control- inspection, control, and prevention. Now offering $100...
by Petty's | Jun 18, 2018 | Landscape
For most homes, a flower bed is the first thing visitors see. It adds life and vibrancy to bland colors and cold materials. It catches the eye as people drive by.
by Petty's | May 30, 2018 | Community
Petty’s Irrigation, Landscape and Pest Control is thrilled that summer is finally here! The kids are out of school and the days are looking brighter. You’re excited about the summer adventures ahead with your kids, but you know their tendency. In their minds, free...
by Petty's | May 11, 2018 | Pest Control
As the temperature increases, so do the number of insect bites. Mosquitoes and other insects thrive in rising heat and humidity. East Texas has both. In a recent released report, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that Texas had the third...
by Petty's | Mar 22, 2018 | Landscape
Winter is mostly over and spring is arriving. That means all the plants are preparing for their “time in the sun” and growth spurts. Unfortunately, “all the plants” includes weeds. The best method of preventing or reducing weed growth is to maintain a thick, healthy...
by Petty's | Jan 4, 2018 | Landscape, Pest Control
Our Pest Control expert weighs in on pesticide use and dangers with KETK. Earlier this week, our Pest Control expert JD Garza was invited to an interview with KETK in regards to the recent accident in Amarillo. Pesticides were used (not by Petty’s), that, when...
by Petty's | Sep 6, 2017 | Landscape
Come take a look at the process of installing a tree in difficult areas!
by Petty's | Aug 28, 2017 | Drainage, Irrigation
Determining why things are not draining properly in your yard can be difficult. The topography of your property can change over time due to heavy rains, flooding, and general deteriorating. When there is a drainage issue, it can cause damage to your foundation....
by Petty's | Aug 14, 2017 | Drainage, Irrigation
At Petty’s, we don’t just install a drain line as a focal point. We protect your yard from flooding as we take in all factors of your yard, from soil samples to elevation and possible conflicting systems, such as septic irrigation. These are just a few of...
by Petty's | Jun 21, 2017 | Drainage
Examples from a recent Petty’s installation.
by Petty's | Jun 16, 2017 | Landscape
A great example of landscape designs that Petty’s can do for your home!
by Petty's | Apr 4, 2017 | Drainage
French drains are primarily designed to handle sub-surface drainage…
by Petty's | Mar 29, 2017 | Community
Petty’s Donation to the Texas Wounded Warrior’s Foundation
by Petty's | Mar 20, 2017 | Landscape
Our latest artificial turf installation!
by Petty's | Mar 10, 2017 | Community, Landscape
After developing a sterling reputation for installing the best irrigation systems available, Petty’s takes great pride in preparing and constructing premier commercial flower beds. We pay careful attention to soil preparation, drainage, and all other environmental...
by Petty's | Jan 13, 2017 | Community, Landscape
Petty’s own, Sharon St John, visits our friends at Fox 51 for a gardening segment.
by Petty's | Nov 18, 2016 | Landscape
Residential and commercial uses for synthetic turf.
by Petty's | Oct 20, 2016 | Landscape
Typically, the first thing that comes to mind when you think of herbs is using them to create savory meals, making teas or to help cure ailments such as lowering blood pressure. Herbs play many supporting roles in your garden and you will enjoy the added benefits of...
by Petty's | Jun 27, 2016 | Pest Control
Educating ourselves and others on the dangers of cockroaches.
by Petty's | Jun 16, 2016 | Landscape
By Sharon St. John – Garden Designer, Artist, Speaker & Writer
by Petty's | May 31, 2016 | Drainage
Protect your property from flood damage this season
by Petty's | Apr 18, 2016 | Drainage
Protect your yards
by Petty's | Apr 6, 2016 | Community, Irrigation
One can save water and money using PRS Heads. What does PRS head mean? PRS stands for Pressure Regulating Stem head. Petty’s utilizes PRS heads to create uniform coverage and eliminate water waste, which results in a better, more efficient irrigation system that...
by Petty's | Mar 30, 2016 | Drainage
Information on French Drains.
by Petty's | Apr 2, 2015 | Landscape
…considering the soil is a critical first step that must be taken when analyzing and developing solutions for drainage problems.
