Gus Briones

Landscaping Specialist

Gus Briones is a Landscaping Specialist based in Lake Elsinore, California. Gus has over 30 years of industry experience working on renovations and new builds for clients. He is the founder of Rock, Turf & Landscape, specializing in landscaping, hardscaping, landscape maintenance and construction, and outdoor solutions. Gus also shares landscaping content on social media to over 17k followers.

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Are there any other methods to adjust an impact sprinkler?

It would depend on the type of impact sprinkler that you have, but usually, they come with a key. You insert that key into the sprinkler, then adjust the arc and the amount of water the sprinkler throws out. Again, it would depend on the manufacturer and the exact model that you have, so consult your owner's manual, or you can search the internet through the manufacturer's website to find a link or a video with actual steps.

Where should I replant a cedar tree?

I recommend planting them far away from your house, where it won't be a problem later on with their roots messing up with water lines and house or shed foundations.

How do I fix a broken pipe in my water sprinkler system?

I assume that your irrigation system is broken and the PVC pipe is leaking. If it's underground, you need space to dig underground where the pipe is broken. You're going to want to get some sharp PVC cutters, and you're going to want to cut where the broken pipe is. And if you go to your home goods store or your local DIY store, what you could do is get yourself the right size couplings and maybe the right size pipe to build or fix that section. You're also going to want to get some PVC glue and some PVC primer. You cut out the section that's broken, and since you've already dug up along the pipe, you'll be able to lift your PVC pipe. Get your new pipe, add some PVC glue, and put the couplings on your pipe. Then just do the exact same thing to the opposite side, where you're going to be actually connecting your new water pipe to the old water pipe. Lastly, you just have to wait for around 30 minutes and allow the glue to cure. Open your water back on and check for leaks before covering up your dug trench. Then you should be good to go!

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Plant Mahogany Trees

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Prune Red Currants

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Prune Red Robin

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Prune Grape Vines for Winter

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