Pumped up service

RESIDENTS in the Warrandyte district now have the same accessibility to the extensive product range and high level of service offered by Supersoil Irrigation which was previously only available to Yarra Ranges customers.
Just eight months after establishing Supersoil Irrigation at Lilydale, partners in the business Darren Adams, Damien Wilson and Mark Attard, have put their brand, backed by their extensive industry experience, on the business previously known as The Soil Shop in Mahoneys Court.
Darren said that at this time of the year a lot of their customers are focused on ensuring their homes and property are protected as the fire season looms.
Many properties around the Yarra Valley, Dandenong Ranges and Warrandyte areas do not have mains water supply and even for those who do, the CFA warns that an adequate supply from the mains cannot be guaranteed in the case of bushfire.
Supersoil has an excellent range of Orange and Ebara brand pumps which are suitable for transferring water in the event of a fire.
Having reliable access to a water supply from a backyard pond, swimming pool, tank, farm dam or creek can greatly increase fire-fighting capability.
For the summer period Supersoil is offering discounts on its Orange and Ebara pumps but, most importantly, they can also provide informed advice on the right application for your individual needs.
Around the garden, the focus is once again on water and safety.
Supersoil has a range of mulches designed to cut down on water use around the garden but Darren warns not all are suitable for high fire danger areas.
Some mulches such as pea straw and woodchips can present problems in certain areas.
For an alternative which provides good water retention, easy maintenance and which looks good, Supersoil has a wide selection of stone and pebble in varying grades which are available either bagged for smaller jobs, or by the truckload.
Supersoil also specialises in water features, paving, soils and home and farm irrigation systems.
Call into Supersoil at Lilydale or Warrandyte for expert advice, friendly service and quality products.