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April Updates From Aqua-Flo

We are the ONE distributor partner your business needs. We're ready for you this spring.

In-stock availability. We have the best products, from the top manufacturers in-stock and ready for you. We know how important it is that you get what you need to get the project complete. (And if there's something you need that we don't have, please let us know immediately.)

Supporting your business. We understand this industry, and can help with the challenges and hassles that get in your way. Take advantage of our services like project take-offs, design support, project management, job site delivery, training and more. We have all of the resources you need to streamline your operations and boost your bottom line.

The best team. Everyone here stands ready to support your efforts. Get the answers you need. 

Remember we are here to help make it easier! 

The Team at Aqua-Flo Supply

JARVIS, Dauer’s 300W Wi-Fi Transformer. The SMART Choice!

Get to know Jarvis, Dauer’s 300W Wi-Fi Transformer. 

JARVIS enables remote control access via your smart device. Other features include: 

• 3-zone control, each zone programmed individually.

• Scheduling timer control options independent per channel.

• Sunset & sunrise (digital photocell) with astronomic function.

• Settings saved in the cloud.

• Clock timer on/off options.

• Digital power meter (app-specific function) allows viewing of real-time power consumption and monthly history.

• Operating temperature is -20° C to +40° C.

• Integrated short circuit and overload protection.

• Suitable for wet location.

• Housed in 304 stainless steel 

SPECIAL OFFER! FREE JARVIS TRANSFORMER Purchase $1000 in Dauer products during the month of April and receive a Free JARVIS transformer!

Contact your Aqua-Flo representative for details and… Discover The Power Of Dauer.

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5 Ways to Make Spring Irrigation Tune-Ups Go Easier

Some helpful tips that can make spring irrigation tune-ups go faster and more profitable.

1. Call Ahead. Call clients 30 minutes before the technician will arrive. Prevents misconnects if the client needs to meet the technician to review the system.

2. Have a "Come Back Later" Procedure. Often a tech won't have time to make advanced repairs that some sites need. Examples of advanced repairs include: changing head layouts to accommodate new plantings or hardscapes, adding new heads, major repairs, etc. Have a procedure for getting those customers started and then following up later in the season to correct those issues.

3. Observation + Recommendation = Profits. Check the condition and age of every system component, paying attention to heads, nozzles and controllers/sensors. Suggest replacements when items are worn or at the end of their useful life. It often makes sense to switch all of the sprinkler heads to save the customer from future service visits to repair those that have yet to fail.

4. Route Efficiently. Grouping start-ups is the fastest way to boost technician productivity, billable hours and your bottom line. Otherwise a ton of time is lost in traffic. Must do: use software that routes automatically for maximum efficiency.

5. Specialty Tools Make a Difference. Arm your technicians with the right tools. From riser extractors to wire locators, there are critical tools and supplies that need to be on every service vehicle.

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Make It a Game: Drive Sales of Water-Saving Enhancements

Competition and incentives can drive your technicians to sell more needed irrigation upgrades.

It's an ongoing challenge: irrigation business owners know technicians need to be more thorough during service calls. The extra attention paid to systems leads to satisfied customers and more sales of needed upgrades like WiFi controllers, rain sensors and water-efficient nozzles.

How do you get technicians motivated to sell upgrades? Try these:

Keep score. Set a target for number of sales to be made, and post everyone's progress in meeting the goal. Have a friendly competition between team members. Or consider individual goals with a team-based incentive.

Share a "piece of the action". Pay a bonus to the technician for each upgrade he/she sells during service calls. This gets technicians to pay attention, and makes their activity (or lack of) instantly visible to management.

Arm techs with "tip sheets". Make educational sheets that help make the sale. Good ones share the BENEFITS and the REASONS TO PURCHASE so the tech does not need to be a natural salesperson. They just have to ask.

Consider rewards other than money. Many workers are not money motivated. Often time off work is one of the best incentives. Consider an incentive that allows a technician who hits a dollar goal for the day or week to go home early.

Competition and incentives can drive your technicians to sell more needed irrigation upgrades.

It's an ongoing challenge: irrigation business owners know technicians need to be more thorough during service calls. The extra attention paid to systems leads to satisfied customers and more sales of needed upgrades like WiFi controllers, rain sensors and water-efficient nozzles.

How do you get technicians motivated to sell upgrades? Try these:

Keep score. Set a target for number of sales to be made, and post everyone's progress in meeting the goal. Have a friendly competition between team members. Or consider individual goals with a team-based incentive.

Share a "piece of the action". Pay a bonus to the technician for each upgrade he/she sells during service calls. This gets technicians to pay attention, and makes their activity (or lack of) instantly visible to management.

Arm techs with "tip sheets". Make educational sheets that help make the sale. Good ones share the BENEFITS and the REASONS TO PURCHASE so the tech does not need to be a natural salesperson. They just have to ask.

Consider rewards other than money. Many workers are not money motivated. Often time off work is one of the best incentives. Consider an incentive that allows a technician who hits a dollar goal for the day or week to go home early.