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Last Chance: Fountain & Aeration Deal of the Year! by SOLitude Lake Management

Last Chance: Fountain & Aeration Deal of the Year! by SOLitude Lake Management

  • Posted: Dec 02, 2020
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Last Chance: Fountain & Aeration Deal of the Year!

by SOLitude Lake Management

The holiday season is here. Treat your lake or pond to a new fountain or aeration system! After this difficult year, both you and your waterbody deserve a fresh start. Purchase a new fountain or aeration system and receive FREE installation before 12/31*. This is your last opportunity to save up to $700! 

*Free basic installation, or $700 off installation, with purchase of new fountain or aeration system. Installation date must be prior to 12/31/20.

Secure my Savings Today

 

SOLitude Lake Management has a new Business Development Consultant in Florida! 

SOLitude Lake Management is committed to providing full-service lake and pond management solutions that improve water quality, preserve natural resources, and reduce our environmental footprint.

Our services include lake, pond, wetland and fisheries management programs, algae and aquatic weed control, mechanical harvesting, hydro-raking, installation and maintenance of fountains and aeration systems, water quality testing and restoration, bathymetry, lake vegetation studies, biological assessments, habitat assessments, invasive species management and nuisance wildlife management.

 

Josh McGarry
Business Development Consultant
SOLitude Lake Management
Info@solitudelake.com
(888)480-5253

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All in One System for Entry Gates, Garages and Pools…..

All in One System for Entry Gates, Garages and Pools…..

  • Posted: Nov 26, 2020
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Smart Entry Systems

(626) 213-7557

 

  • Create temporary guest codes for pre-authorized visitors using the phone app.
  • Conveniently manage your property with a browser from anywhere with Internet access.
  • Accept deliveries from any shipper, residents can collect packages 24/7. Mix and match from 9, 6, or 4 door models to suit your community.
  • Eliminate coins from communal washers, dryers, electric car charging stations, short term rentals of conference and party rooms.

 

How it works?

Watch this one minute video of the different access methods.

 

 

 

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Is the water draining slowly in your kitchen sink? You probably have a blockage or clog somewhere in your drains. by PRS Ron Giles

Is the water draining slowly in your kitchen sink? You probably have a blockage or clog somewhere in your drains. by PRS Ron Giles

  • Posted: Nov 23, 2020
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Is the water draining slowly in your kitchen sink? You probably have a blockage or clog somewhere in your drains.

by PRS,  contact  Ron Giles  for an appointment

Thankfully, we can quickly find and remove the problem and get your drains clear.

If you have a single-family rental property, we recommend having the drains serviced when a tenant moves out, especially if he or she has been there awhile. Cleaning drains early, before there is a problem, prevents disasters later.

Pipes are made to withstand tree roots and keep them out of your drains, but that doesn’t mean they can’t fade over time. Especially if they’re older. Older pipes often have joints that move to create a tiny gap that a tree root can grow into over time.

WATER SUPPLY-PIPING ISSUES?
We can clean and directly apply a semi-structural epoxy barrier coating to restore existing supply risers, chiller/HVAC lines and in some cases/places even fire-suppression systems. Unlike the past methods/processes that relied on pressurized air to force epoxy in and throughout a buildings piping (which rarely ever provided good results), Our process directly applies barrier coatings to each specific section of pipe and through micro-cameras, we continually monitor each applications thickness, consistency and cure. Hoses from the epoxy pump/milling machine are attached to the drive cable and brush head which allows epoxy to seep out of hallow bristles as it spins. The system is guided through the pipe while epoxy is being heated and applied thus providing a smooth seamless coating that cures within 2 hours. The picture below highlights one of our more recent projects in South Florida where we rehabilitated 100’s of feet of Vertical Water –supply piping in a high-rise Condominium.

  

Our process makes your OLD pipes NEW again! Call PRS today, 800-652-7604

 

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Nothing better than a sunny day and a newly sealed and striped parking lot! by Atlantic Southern Paving and Sealcoating

Nothing better than a sunny day and a newly sealed and striped parking lot! by Atlantic Southern Paving and Sealcoating

  • Posted: Nov 23, 2020
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Nothing better than a sunny day and a newly sealed and striped parking lot!

by Atlantic Southern Paving and Sealcoating

Our #ASPCrew sealcoated, striped and completed asphalt repairs on this corporate office parking lot in Boca Raton, Florida!

Contact us today for any of your parking lot needs by calling us at 1-833-PAVE-ASP or head to www.PaveWithASP.com!

 

ATLANTIC SOUTHERN PAVING & SEALCOATING

Southeast FL  954-518-4315

Southwest FL  239-234-2155

Central FL  321-408-5010

Provides pavement maintenance & construction services. From idea or blueprint to finished surface we offer all facets of new paving installation.

Atlantic Southern Paving & Sealcoating From idea or blueprint to finished surface, we offer all facets of new paving installation. Our crews have the technical expertise to perform these tasks to the standards set by local, state and federal requirements. This expertise allows us to pass inspections the first time so that your project can stay on schedule.

Atlantic Southern Paving & Sealcoating provides pavement maintenance & construction services to Florida for over 30 years. The solid foundation that Michael “Mickey” Curry started in 1992 employing the best people, using the best products and providing what the customer needs with a competitive pricing has enable Atlantic Southern to continue to thrive.

 

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5 Surprising Ways to Prolong Your Pond’s Retirement By SOLitude Lake Management

5 Surprising Ways to Prolong Your Pond’s Retirement By SOLitude Lake Management

  • Posted: Nov 19, 2020
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5 Surprising Ways to Prolong Your Pond’s Retirement

By SOLitude Lake Management, Nov 19, 2020

AS SEEN IN National Community Association Institute’s (CAI) publication, Common Ground

The very first fish I remember catching was a bullhead catfish. It was in a small pond in my grandparents’ HOA community that is still there today. Well, sort of. Though the pond had once been deep enough for fishing and stormwater collection, its depth is now best measured in inches rather than feet. The cattails that were once clustered near the outflow are now abundant throughout the pond. Today, the waterbody resembles the nearby wetland more than it does a pond. In the 55 years of its existence, no measures have ever been taken to mitigate against the natural process of succession.

Lake and pond succession is the natural lifecycle of any waterbody. The very tributaries that supply a waterbody with its water also carry sediment, which over time accumulates and decreases the water depth. Aquatic weeds and nuisance vegetation decompose and create additional organic sediment. And the shallower the pond becomes, the more vegetation it produces—accelerating the aging process.

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Learn more about Contactless Solutions for your Communities. This Webinar is on November 24rth at Noon. by IdentyTech Solutions

Learn more about Contactless Solutions for your Communities. This Webinar is on November 24rth at Noon. by IdentyTech Solutions

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Learn more about Contactless Solutions for your Communities.

This Webinar is on November 24th at Noon.

You can use this link to register today!

Learn more about Contactless Solutions for your Communities. This Webinar is on November 24rth at Noon. (12:00) Watch and Learn, Ask Questions #SfpmaMembers


iDENTYTECH Solutions America, Inc.

iDentyTech is a leading provider of intuitive Identity management products and solutions. Founded in 2010 IdentyTech™ provides its worldwide customers with best-in- class complete identity management solutions. We further offer custom engineered solutions for those customers requiring proprietary solutions. IdentyTech has field proven solutions for Corporate Enterprise, government and Financial services, healthcare, schools, Transportation, Small Medium businesses and many others.

View our SFPMA Listing on the Members Directory.

 

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Our team of licensed and insured contractors and engineers can assist you with making sure your building is ready for 40 Year inspections!

Our team of licensed and insured contractors and engineers can assist you with making sure your building is ready for 40 Year inspections!

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You may be asking yourself, why did I receive that letter?
When a building is over 40 years old, you are required to have a structural and electrical safety inspection every ten years after; for the possibilities of future building failures being minimal and to be prepared for hurricane-force winds.
Our team of licensed and insured contractors and engineers can assist you with making sure your building is ready for inspections by making sure your structure is safe.

Aruba Permit Services resolves code enforcement issues and permits, promptly and at reasonable price in both residential and commercial properties. Our company focuses on solving issues within the permitting process such as illegal work or reactivating expired permits. We are the leading professionals in the South Florida area including Broward County, Palm Beach County and Miami-Dade County.

Aruba Construction is the parent company of Aruba Permit Services, which is a licensed general contractor. We can perform all corrective work required to bring construction up to current Florida Building Codes. Our team takes pride in following through until the code violation case is closed and the building permits are up to date. With Aruba Permit Services you will have no doubt that we will make sure your property will be in compliance.

Aruba Services
Contact info: (954)-786-7292
Location: 1413 S. Powerline Road Pompano Beach, FL 33069
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Special Offer For Preferred CoverTec Customers & SFPMA Clients

Special Offer For Preferred CoverTec Customers & SFPMA Clients

  • Posted: Nov 09, 2020
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Special Offer For Preferred CoverTec Customers

CoverSeal Pen50 is a penetrating sealer that protects porous surfaces – like concrete and stone – from water-related damage.  Made from a blend of silanes and siloxanes, it reacts to form a silicone resin that’s highly water-resistant and repellent.  In keeping water out of the surface, it protects against mold growing and salts getting into the surface from freeze-thaw attack.  Use it on the interior or exterior to protect your surfaces.

Take advantage of this Sale

 

 

 

 

 

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Top 5 Pond Management Articles of 2020 By SOLitude Lake Management

Top 5 Pond Management Articles of 2020 By SOLitude Lake Management

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Top 5 Pond Management Articles of 2020

By SOLitude Lake Management

That’s a wrap! What a year it has been. In honor of a new start on 2021, it’s important to reflect on where we’ve been. So, we gathered all of our educational materials and picked our top five lake and pond management articles. Read our most popular articles covering toxic algae, aquatic weed control, fisheries and wildlife management and new innovations and technologies.

Blog Mini Square Pics - things-to-do-during-social-distancing-top-five-articles-of2-2-5. Social Distancing? Here’s 15 Things To Do On or Around Your Waterbody

In the face of COVID-19, many of us have traded large gatherings and public outings for seclusion in our homes, and this can lead to feelings of loneliness or cabin-fever. Time spent in nature, particularly around the water, can help counteract these feelings. In fact, science proves it! Get out there and have fun with our 15 social distancing activities.

Blog Mini Square Pics - water quality testing-top-5-articles-of-20204. How Data Collection Helps Build Successful Management Plans

Clean water enhances our communities in many ways. And the health of these systems is dependent on many measurable factors. Learn how data can be leveraged to uphold the natural balance of your lake or pond so it can continue to meet your unique goals – whatever they may be!

Blog Mini Square Pics -erosion-control-top-five-articles-in 20203. Shoreline Restoration With Erosion Control Technology

No matter how much you enjoy your waterbody, eroded shorelines can significantly detract from your experience AND pose serious dangers to the community. Luckily, new solutions can be used to revitalize damage and erosion. See how one HOA community was completely transformed using this advanced, eco-friendly technology.

Blog Mini Square Pics-top-five-articles-of-2020-submersed-aeration-fountain-nanobubble2. Back to Basics: Nanobubbles vs. Fountains vs. Aeration

The water quality benefits of dissolved oxygen are extensive in lakes and ponds, which is why there are an array of solutions available to help circulate and oxygenate your waterbody. When considering an aeration solution, it’s important to understand the benefits and limitations of each option available to you. Here’s the rundown.

Harmful Algal Bloom1. Nutrient Loading May be Fueling Toxic Algae in Your Community

Nutrients play an important role in our environment, but an excess of nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen can have devastating effects in lakes and ponds. Beyond the algae and nuisance weeds, excess nutrients can fuel harmful cyanobacteria, which are known to produce toxins linked to neurological diseases. Review the facts so you can protect yourself.

 

 

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