By Bob Carr This is a question we get asked all the time: “How much will it cost?” Let me answer that for you. The truth is, most professionally designed and installed outdoor lighting projects in Maryland cost between $3,250… Read More
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Can Yard Drainage Problems Really Be Fixed for Good? TLC’s Guarantee Explained
From the Desk of Bob Carr President & CEO, TLC Incorporated One question I hear all the time is: “Bob, I’ve had water problems in my yard for years. If I hire TLC to handle my drainage issue, can you… Read More
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The Benefits of Remote Valves for Your Lawn Sprinkler System
From the desk of Bob Carr President & CEO, TLC Incorporated One of the most exciting updates we’ve been rolling out for homeowners across the DMV is the installation of remote valves for lawn sprinkler systems. This upgrade has been… Read More
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What’s the Best Way to Water my Garden? Drip vs Spray
From the desk of Bob Carr: Spray Heads vs Drip Irrigation Customer Question: “Bob, you’ve been in business 42 years. What’s better for my garden — spray heads or drip irrigation? I’ve got roses, shrubs, annuals, perennials, and even a… Read More
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What’s Better for My Underground Lawn Sprinkler System — Poly Pipe or PVC Pipe?
From the Desk of Bob Carr I get asked this question all the time: “Bob, which is better — poly pipe or PVC pipe for my sprinkler system?” The truth is, both materials have their place, but they’re very different,… Read More
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TLC Lighting Membership Plan
From the desk of Bob Carr Every fall, I get a flurry of calls and questions from homeowners about outdoor lighting. Folks want to know—“Bob, how do I keep my lights looking great as the nights get longer?” Since I’m… Read More
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Which Way Should My Yard Drainage System Exit?
From the Desk of Bob Carr: One of the questions I hear all the time is: “Bob, when you guys install a yard drainage system, which way should the water exit? Do you install those pop-up emitters? Do you surround… Read More
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When Should I Winterize My Lawn Sprinkler System?
From the Desk of Bob Carr: Fall is on our doorstep, and that means one of the most important things you can do for your home is to protect your underground sprinkler system before the first real freeze hits. A… Read More
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French Drains – An Old Idea That Still Works Wonders
From the Desk of Bob Carr: When you hear the term French drain, most folks think it must have something to do with France. Truth is, it’s as American as it gets. Back in the 1800s, a Massachusetts farmer named… Read More
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Is It Time to Winterize Your Lawn Sprinkler? (Read This Before You Shut It Down)
From the desk of Bob Carr, TLC Incorporated Fall is fast approaching, and yes—your underground lawn sprinkler system needs to be winterized before the harsh winter conditions roll in. But should you do it right now? Maybe not just yet…. Read More