by Randy Clark | Sep 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
I wish I’d known what a French drain was 20 years ago. My wife and I bought our current home in 2001. One of the things that attracted us to the house was the backyard. Our backyard sits at the bottom of a wooded hill. It was autumn when we first saw the home;...
by Randy Clark | Aug 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
A couple of weeks ago, I was with Chris Hargis on the west side of Indy near Plainfield, IN, when Chris pointed out poisonous hemlock growing on the side of the road. I’d heard of hemlock (wasn’t that the poison tea Socrates drank?) However, I had no idea...
by Randy Clark | Aug 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Would you like to know how to be the best small business leader you can be? It’s not complicated, but it does take hard work, commitment, and dedication. All traits I’ve found at Berger Hargis. I’ve had the privilege of working with the leadership team at Berger...
by Randy Clark | Jul 30, 2021 | Uncategorized
How to create a rain garden isn’t as difficult as you might think. Because if you follow this simple 4-step plan, you’ll have a rain garden to be proud of. How to Create a Rain Garden 1. Why a Rain Garden? Do you have an area in your yard that collects...
by Randy Clark | Jul 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
Gardening and your health go hand in hand. I began gardening years ago because I wanted fresh vegetables and cut flowers. The flower gardening progressed to landscaping, and eventually, I learned to can vegetables. Hot peppers are my specialty. The health benefits of...
by Randy Clark | Jul 5, 2021 | Blog
How Susceptible Are You to Skin Cancer? So, how susceptible are you to skin cancer? In central Indiana, the summers can be blazing hot. Our crews take multiple precautions to avoid extreme exposure to the sun. But are you prepared for the heat? Covering your skin,...
by Randy Clark | Jun 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
How summer heat affects your lawn is complex. However, there are many simple solutions to maintaining your lawn during the summer. Mowing Understanding how summer heat affects your lawn begins with knowing mowing best practices. When and how you mow will have a...
by Randy Clark | Jun 4, 2021 | Blog
Knowing how to maintain your residential lawn mower can save you time and money. Whether you’re a do-it-yourselfer or you prefer a professional shop for your lawn mower maintenance, it’s essential to know what requires maintenance and the best time to complete the...
by Brendon Helm | May 19, 2021 | Uncategorized
So, what is everything you need to know about Brood X? If you live anywhere near the Midwest, you’ve definitely heard of the soon-to-be swarm of 17-year old cicadas. For the long-time Midwesterners out there, these little guys are nothing new. What’s all...
by Brendon Helm | Mar 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
As we continue to turn the page into the new year, we want to continue striving towards excellence. Here at Berger Hargis, we have always prided ourselves on our care for our customers and our community. We couldn’t be more excited to start this year off strong...
