Design Coordination
New pool construction or renovation project on the horizon? Don’t let equipment selection take a backseat. Our extensive background in maintaining and operating mechanical and electrical equipment gives us a unique perspective in choosing an equipment package that’s right for your operation. We will provide all technical specifications and submittals and will be there to assist your organization with continued staff training and warranty support long after the last piece of construction equipment rolls out of the driveway.
Installations
It’s one thing to sell commercial pool equipment. It’s quite another to support that equipment with a team of highly skilled factory trained technicians. Our technicians spend hundreds of hours every year maintaining and updating their factory certifications. Whether it’s a retrofit or new project, our technicians ensure that installation is performed to manufacturer’s specifications and meets regulatory scrutiny every time. But it doesn’t end there. Your staff receives “hands on” training on site and continued tech support on an ongoing basis. Next time you are considering equipment upgrades or replacement, let us show you how we raised the bar for workmanship and professionalism in the aquatics industry.
Emergency Repairs
In a perfect world everything works as expected, without disruptions. Any repairs are planned well in advance. Then there are those days that the unforeseeable happens. Your heater won’t fire, your filter backwash is stuck, or the chemical pump is spraying acid all over the concrete. Our industry leading technical staff will have you back up and running in no time. After the repairs are complete and the world is good again, we will provide you with valuable insight on what occurred and how to prevent it in the future. When bad things happen, call MATES
Site Surveys
No aquatic facility is the same. With that in mind, our team begins the service process with a complimentary site survey tailored to each location we visit. Our detailed site reports include inspection and evaluation of all mechanical equipment including heaters, pumps, filter system, chemical feed and automation systems, auto fill system and VFD. Not only do we inspect and evaluate all functions, we provide solutions for improved safety, water quality and identify opportunities for operating cost and energy savings. Whether you have a specific issue that needs to be addressed or you are looking for an overall facility evaluation, let us show you why so many aquatic professionals and property managers make us their first call.
Preventative Maintenance
Operating an aquatic facility has many challenges. The last thing a facility operator needs is an unexpected and unbudgeted equipment breakdown. The best way to reduce failures and prolong the life of your equipment is with a comprehensive preventative maintenance program. We provide several options for ongoing maintenance of your mechanical and electrical equipment by our factory certified technicians. The frequency of service visits and scope of work are all customizable to fit the unique needs of your facility. Whether you are interested in a scheduled service contract or just need annual preventative maintenance on your heaters, give us a call and see why so many operators rely on us to keep things running smoothly.
Decorative Concrete
Why decorative concrete?
There are a number of reasons to consider decorative concrete for your next project:
Cost — decorative concrete floors compare favorably with wood, ceramic, or quarry tile floors when amortized over the life of the floor. When elaborate designs and complex patterns are incorporated, concrete can save money when compared to marble or slate.
Craftsmanship — decorative concrete installed by a quality concrete craftsman offers an unlimited color palette. Every application is unique and can be customized to meet the desires of a homeowner.
Durability — when properly installed, concrete is one of the most durable materials on earth. Properly maintained, decorative concrete will last for many decades.
Health — decorative concrete is a great alternative to carpeting for people suffering from respiratory ailments and allergies.
Optimal Radiant Heating — whether in a slab-on-ground or cement-based topping, decorative concrete is ideal for use with radiant floor heating due to its excellent thermal mass properties.
How does decorative concrete get its color?
There are a variety of ways to achieve the distinctive colors found in decorative concrete. With integral coloring, the products are introduced at the ready-mix concrete plant, and come in dry, liquid, or granular form. Coloring mixed throughout the concrete allows for full-depth color. Using white cement in place of traditional gray cement can allow for additional color choices. Dry-shake color hardeners are applied topically to freshly placed concrete, coloring the top 3/16 inch of the surface. The advantages of the dry-shake method include improved finish ability, an unlimited range of colors, and a hard, abrasion resistant surface. Reactive and passive stains enable the transformation of concrete into an enduring work of art. The mottled, variegated, and realistic look produced by staining existing concrete is often the most desirable feature of a decorative floor. When treated with a stain, no two floors are alike. Most stains can be applied to new or old, plain or colored concrete surfaces.
What are my options?
There are a variety of techniques available to achieve the desired look:
Concrete Countertops — these can be cast-in-place at the customer’s residence or pre-fabricated off site and delivered for installation and finishing. The ability to integrate sloped drain boards, brass rails, and removable cutting boards and/or incorporate items such as crushed glass or seashells into the design add to their appeal.
Polished/Smooth Concrete — grinding in successive passes with diamond tools over the concrete surface creates a high-luster finish similar to marble. This is one of the fastest growing processes in decorative concrete because of its distinctive look and reduced maintenance costs.
Skim Coats and Micro Toppings — a thinly applied material placed atop existing concrete can be layered in multiple lifts to create dimensional effects. Finishes can be broomed, troweled, or textured. These cement-based toppings provide great durability with a distinctive look.
Stamped and Textured Concrete — using this method, semi-hardened fresh concrete is stamped with special tools that make plain concrete mimic materials such as slate, stone, or brick. With advancements in stamping tools and coloring methods, it’s almost impossible to distinguish between natural materials and decorative concrete.
Stamped Overlay — a decorative poured-in-place topping made from colored or uncolored cementitious high performance material is placed on top of existing concrete, then textured and stamped. Many of the same techniques used with traditional stamped concrete can be used when stamping an overlay.
Pergolas Services Overview
There’s something so wonderfully romantic about pergolas—from the cozy private outdoor library you can build to a lavish poolside lounge area or even an open dining area that accommodates all your friends and family. And yet, with all the beauty and style and comfort that comes with extending your living space outdoors with pergolas, there also comes a level of complexity that you want to be sure is addressed so it is all done right the first time. Big Rock Landscaping knows how to marry the comforts of the indoors with the natural surroundings of your property to ensure optimal design and livability. We start with you—your personality, your lifestyle needs, and your aesthetic—and go from there. It’s always a shame to put so much time and effort into a luxury building project only to have it not reflect you or what you had envisioned all along. That’s why we make planning with our clients a priority and the first step so we can design and install according to your unique style and personality.
Our Pergolas Design And Install Services Features
There are a lot of details that go into planning out the addition of a pergola to your home—what style of pergola; the functionality of the space; materials used; plants and vegetation included—it can truly be a lot more than one might otherwise think. Big Rock can alleviate a lot of the decision fatigue that can result from the limitless options out there, as well as guide you through and to the best choices for you and your lifestyle.
- There are versions upon versions of how to incorporate a pergola into your outdoor spaces, from free-standing to attached, latticed to gabled, one that’s on a smaller scale or a bit larger, and even cantilevered (two legs instead of the traditional four). Not to mention the countless uses! Shade and comfort; space-defining; or enhancing your outdoor spaces. And delving further into the fine details of fabric paneling or curtains (weatherproof for all seasons!); what kind of lighting; slatted slats, clear covers, thatched roof; what plants (if any) to have vining and trailing. And then to decide where to put it and what to include! Do you want a fire pit? How about poolside? Do you want the functionality to include a cooking area? Whatever you have in mind, Big Rock knows the limitless options there are to design and create a stunning, livable outdoor space that you can enjoy every season.
- Big Rock knows that narrowing in on a design will help decide which materials will be used. When choosing materials for your pergola, the beauty of wood is certainly timeless and traditional. However, there are many other materials that can be used to create a wholly new and unique design, from fiberglass to vinyl to metal, each offers a more modern look. We know what works best for each specific design.
- All along the design and planning process, it would be important to ensure proper licenses and permits for any building codes and to adhere to zoning laws. Working with professional landscapers like Big Rock will ease the anxiety of getting the approvals met and the licenses in order. Often someone who isn’t versed in legalese and the fine-print of adding even a smaller pergola to a property can get bogged down in the process, and not knowing how to navigate it all can stall the project for months or even years. We at Big Rock know how to alleviate the potential bog-down and know the zoning laws in and out, thanks to our decades of experience in the landscaping industry.
Benefits Of Big Rock Pergolas Services
Achieving that dream-designed outdoor nook can be overwhelming without the knowledge and experience professional landscapers cultivate throughout the years, and Big Rock knows the intricacies of pergola design and installation that will offer you everything you had imagined, and more.
- We take care of the complexities of zoning and building codes to the well-thought-out and planned designs and functionality of what you want for your yard. We’ve done it all and will make the process of your dream property easy so you can focus on what matters most and enjoy your all-season living spaces.
- Big Rock have been in the landscaping industry for over two decades and has serviced much of the intermountain west, making us specialists in this climate and what works or doesn’t. We know luxury design and know how to create unique-to-you spaces that will delight you and your guests for years to come.
- If you want unique designs, flawless installation, and an overall finished pergola project that will be timeless for years to come, Big Rock Landscaping can offer that for you and ease the worry and burden of wondering if a project will be done right.
We have considered all the possibilities:
- Could it be an Emergency; our 24 hours On-Call service provides you with a Handyman who “CAN FIX IT” permanently or temporarily depending on the case. In normal situations, any of your repairs requirements will be assured within the next 24 hours.
We Promise and We Stick…
- Seeking Improvement, partial or entire renovation of your property? We are a phone call away. One of our operations key people will be at your disposal to understand and highlight your specific needs and proceed accordingly.
Damage Is Your Nightmare; It Is Ours Too…
- Better Prevented than Cured…property care and preventive maintenance are the sole solution to insure a long life to your assets and to avoid any sudden or unexpected incident, breakage, leakage or simply a hazard that could be harmful and expensive to your property.
Always Think Investment that Pays you Back
Mechanical Services:
We install, fix, maintain and shelter your:
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems
- Drainage, Water Supply System, Swimming Pools and Jacuzzi, in addition to your Irrigation System
- Fire System and all relevant materials such as Sprinklers, Hose Cabinet and Extinguishers
- Solar and Gas Systems
- Motors and Pumps
Electrical Services:
We cover all the electrical aspects and devices of your property:
- Lighting, Wiring, Sockets, Switches and Control Panels
- Low Voltage Systems: Fire Alarms, CCTV, IP Cameras, Intercom Systems (Interphone, Video Phone), Security Systems, Residential Data and Telephone Systems, Audio and Video Systems, Satellite and of course Generators and Pumps
Architecture & Civil Works:
This is an area of expertise. Through our consultative approach, Our engineers and technicians handle professionally and carefully the following projects:
- Waterproofing
- Carpentry
- Masonry
- Tiling
- Roofing and Flooring
- Walls and Plastering
- Painting and Wallpapering
- Fence works
- Stamped concrete
- Steel and Aluminum works
Special Services:
In addition to all of the above, we assist in and assure:
- Interior Design
- Renovation and Relooking projects
- Pest Control Services
- Packing and Removals
- Security Services
- Janitorial services
Gardening & Landscaping:
Worrying about your garden or planning a landscaping? The solution is ours! We design, plant, install, repair and maintain your irrigation and lawn systems, and supply brick paving. Could it be an entire solution or a project, we consistently work on delivering a high end service with a follow-up on quality.
Conveying Systems:
Our specialized teams fixes and maintains:
- Elevators, Escalators, Moving Walks and Dumbwaiters
Cleaning Services:
Under our close supervision and control, we supply cleaning services to:
- Commercial Properties
- Residential Entities
In addition to façade windows cleaning and floors treatment
Design Coordination
New pool construction or renovation project on the horizon? Don’t let equipment selection take a backseat. Our extensive background in maintaining and operating mechanical and electrical equipment gives us a unique perspective in choosing an equipment package that’s right for your operation. We will provide all technical specifications and submittals and will be there to assist your organization with continued staff training and warranty support long after the last piece of construction equipment rolls out of the driveway.
Installations
It’s one thing to sell commercial pool equipment. It’s quite another to support that equipment with a team of highly skilled factory trained technicians. Our technicians spend hundreds of hours every year maintaining and updating their factory certifications. Whether it’s a retrofit or new project, our technicians ensure that installation is performed to manufacturer’s specifications and meets regulatory scrutiny every time. But it doesn’t end there. Your staff receives “hands on” training on site and continued tech support on an ongoing basis. Next time you are considering equipment upgrades or replacement, let us show you how we raised the bar for workmanship and professionalism in the aquatics industry.
Emergency Repairs
In a perfect world everything works as expected, without disruptions. Any repairs are planned well in advance. Then there are those days that the unforeseeable happens. Your heater won’t fire, your filter backwash is stuck, or the chemical pump is spraying acid all over the concrete. Our industry leading technical staff will have you back up and running in no time. After the repairs are complete and the world is good again, we will provide you with valuable insight on what occurred and how to prevent it in the future. When bad things happen, call MATES
Site Surveys
No aquatic facility is the same. With that in mind, our team begins the service process with a complimentary site survey tailored to each location we visit. Our detailed site reports include inspection and evaluation of all mechanical equipment including heaters, pumps, filter system, chemical feed and automation systems, auto fill system and VFD. Not only do we inspect and evaluate all functions, we provide solutions for improved safety, water quality and identify opportunities for operating cost and energy savings. Whether you have a specific issue that needs to be addressed or you are looking for an overall facility evaluation, let us show you why so many aquatic professionals and property managers make us their first call.
Preventative Maintenance
Operating an aquatic facility has many challenges. The last thing a facility operator needs is an unexpected and unbudgeted equipment breakdown. The best way to reduce failures and prolong the life of your equipment is with a comprehensive preventative maintenance program. We provide several options for ongoing maintenance of your mechanical and electrical equipment by our factory certified technicians. The frequency of service visits and scope of work are all customizable to fit the unique needs of your facility. Whether you are interested in a scheduled service contract or just need annual preventative maintenance on your heaters, give us a call and see why so many operators rely on us to keep things running smoothly.
Decorative Concrete
Why decorative concrete?
There are a number of reasons to consider decorative concrete for your next project:
Cost — decorative concrete floors compare favorably with wood, ceramic, or quarry tile floors when amortized over the life of the floor. When elaborate designs and complex patterns are incorporated, concrete can save money when compared to marble or slate.
Craftsmanship — decorative concrete installed by a quality concrete craftsman offers an unlimited color palette. Every application is unique and can be customized to meet the desires of a homeowner.
Durability — when properly installed, concrete is one of the most durable materials on earth. Properly maintained, decorative concrete will last for many decades.
Health — decorative concrete is a great alternative to carpeting for people suffering from respiratory ailments and allergies.
Optimal Radiant Heating — whether in a slab-on-ground or cement-based topping, decorative concrete is ideal for use with radiant floor heating due to its excellent thermal mass properties.
How does decorative concrete get its color?
There are a variety of ways to achieve the distinctive colors found in decorative concrete. With integral coloring, the products are introduced at the ready-mix concrete plant, and come in dry, liquid, or granular form. Coloring mixed throughout the concrete allows for full-depth color. Using white cement in place of traditional gray cement can allow for additional color choices. Dry-shake color hardeners are applied topically to freshly placed concrete, coloring the top 3/16 inch of the surface. The advantages of the dry-shake method include improved finish ability, an unlimited range of colors, and a hard, abrasion resistant surface. Reactive and passive stains enable the transformation of concrete into an enduring work of art. The mottled, variegated, and realistic look produced by staining existing concrete is often the most desirable feature of a decorative floor. When treated with a stain, no two floors are alike. Most stains can be applied to new or old, plain or colored concrete surfaces.
What are my options?
There are a variety of techniques available to achieve the desired look:
Concrete Countertops — these can be cast-in-place at the customer’s residence or pre-fabricated off site and delivered for installation and finishing. The ability to integrate sloped drain boards, brass rails, and removable cutting boards and/or incorporate items such as crushed glass or seashells into the design add to their appeal.
Polished/Smooth Concrete — grinding in successive passes with diamond tools over the concrete surface creates a high-luster finish similar to marble. This is one of the fastest growing processes in decorative concrete because of its distinctive look and reduced maintenance costs.
Skim Coats and Micro Toppings — a thinly applied material placed atop existing concrete can be layered in multiple lifts to create dimensional effects. Finishes can be broomed, troweled, or textured. These cement-based toppings provide great durability with a distinctive look.
Stamped and Textured Concrete — using this method, semi-hardened fresh concrete is stamped with special tools that make plain concrete mimic materials such as slate, stone, or brick. With advancements in stamping tools and coloring methods, it’s almost impossible to distinguish between natural materials and decorative concrete.
Stamped Overlay — a decorative poured-in-place topping made from colored or uncolored cementitious high performance material is placed on top of existing concrete, then textured and stamped. Many of the same techniques used with traditional stamped concrete can be used when stamping an overlay.
Pergolas Services Overview
There’s something so wonderfully romantic about pergolas—from the cozy private outdoor library you can build to a lavish poolside lounge area or even an open dining area that accommodates all your friends and family. And yet, with all the beauty and style and comfort that comes with extending your living space outdoors with pergolas, there also comes a level of complexity that you want to be sure is addressed so it is all done right the first time. Big Rock Landscaping knows how to marry the comforts of the indoors with the natural surroundings of your property to ensure optimal design and livability. We start with you—your personality, your lifestyle needs, and your aesthetic—and go from there. It’s always a shame to put so much time and effort into a luxury building project only to have it not reflect you or what you had envisioned all along. That’s why we make planning with our clients a priority and the first step so we can design and install according to your unique style and personality.
Our Pergolas Design And Install Services Features
There are a lot of details that go into planning out the addition of a pergola to your home—what style of pergola; the functionality of the space; materials used; plants and vegetation included—it can truly be a lot more than one might otherwise think. Big Rock can alleviate a lot of the decision fatigue that can result from the limitless options out there, as well as guide you through and to the best choices for you and your lifestyle.
- There are versions upon versions of how to incorporate a pergola into your outdoor spaces, from free-standing to attached, latticed to gabled, one that’s on a smaller scale or a bit larger, and even cantilevered (two legs instead of the traditional four). Not to mention the countless uses! Shade and comfort; space-defining; or enhancing your outdoor spaces. And delving further into the fine details of fabric paneling or curtains (weatherproof for all seasons!); what kind of lighting; slatted slats, clear covers, thatched roof; what plants (if any) to have vining and trailing. And then to decide where to put it and what to include! Do you want a fire pit? How about poolside? Do you want the functionality to include a cooking area? Whatever you have in mind, Big Rock knows the limitless options there are to design and create a stunning, livable outdoor space that you can enjoy every season.
- Big Rock knows that narrowing in on a design will help decide which materials will be used. When choosing materials for your pergola, the beauty of wood is certainly timeless and traditional. However, there are many other materials that can be used to create a wholly new and unique design, from fiberglass to vinyl to metal, each offers a more modern look. We know what works best for each specific design.
- All along the design and planning process, it would be important to ensure proper licenses and permits for any building codes and to adhere to zoning laws. Working with professional landscapers like Big Rock will ease the anxiety of getting the approvals met and the licenses in order. Often someone who isn’t versed in legalese and the fine-print of adding even a smaller pergola to a property can get bogged down in the process, and not knowing how to navigate it all can stall the project for months or even years. We at Big Rock know how to alleviate the potential bog-down and know the zoning laws in and out, thanks to our decades of experience in the landscaping industry.
Benefits Of Big Rock Pergolas Services
Achieving that dream-designed outdoor nook can be overwhelming without the knowledge and experience professional landscapers cultivate throughout the years, and Big Rock knows the intricacies of pergola design and installation that will offer you everything you had imagined, and more.
- We take care of the complexities of zoning and building codes to the well-thought-out and planned designs and functionality of what you want for your yard. We’ve done it all and will make the process of your dream property easy so you can focus on what matters most and enjoy your all-season living spaces.
- Big Rock have been in the landscaping industry for over two decades and has serviced much of the intermountain west, making us specialists in this climate and what works or doesn’t. We know luxury design and know how to create unique-to-you spaces that will delight you and your guests for years to come.
- If you want unique designs, flawless installation, and an overall finished pergola project that will be timeless for years to come, Big Rock Landscaping can offer that for you and ease the worry and burden of wondering if a project will be done right.
We have considered all the possibilities:
- Could it be an Emergency; our 24 hours On-Call service provides you with a Handyman who “CAN FIX IT” permanently or temporarily depending on the case. In normal situations, any of your repairs requirements will be assured within the next 24 hours.
We Promise and We Stick…
- Seeking Improvement, partial or entire renovation of your property? We are a phone call away. One of our operations key people will be at your disposal to understand and highlight your specific needs and proceed accordingly.
Damage Is Your Nightmare; It Is Ours Too…
- Better Prevented than Cured…property care and preventive maintenance are the sole solution to insure a long life to your assets and to avoid any sudden or unexpected incident, breakage, leakage or simply a hazard that could be harmful and expensive to your property.
Always Think Investment that Pays you Back
Mechanical Services:
We install, fix, maintain and shelter your:
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems
- Drainage, Water Supply System, Swimming Pools and Jacuzzi, in addition to your Irrigation System
- Fire System and all relevant materials such as Sprinklers, Hose Cabinet and Extinguishers
- Solar and Gas Systems
- Motors and Pumps
Electrical Services:
We cover all the electrical aspects and devices of your property:
- Lighting, Wiring, Sockets, Switches and Control Panels
- Low Voltage Systems: Fire Alarms, CCTV, IP Cameras, Intercom Systems (Interphone, Video Phone), Security Systems, Residential Data and Telephone Systems, Audio and Video Systems, Satellite and of course Generators and Pumps
Architecture & Civil Works:
This is an area of expertise. Through our consultative approach, Our engineers and technicians handle professionally and carefully the following projects:
- Waterproofing
- Carpentry
- Masonry
- Tiling
- Roofing and Flooring
- Walls and Plastering
- Painting and Wallpapering
- Fence works
- Stamped concrete
- Steel and Aluminum works
Special Services:
In addition to all of the above, we assist in and assure:
- Interior Design
- Renovation and Relooking projects
- Pest Control Services
- Packing and Removals
- Security Services
- Janitorial services
Gardening & Landscaping:
Worrying about your garden or planning a landscaping? The solution is ours! We design, plant, install, repair and maintain your irrigation and lawn systems, and supply brick paving. Could it be an entire solution or a project, we consistently work on delivering a high end service with a follow-up on quality.
Conveying Systems:
Our specialized teams fixes and maintains:
- Elevators, Escalators, Moving Walks and Dumbwaiters
Cleaning Services:
Under our close supervision and control, we supply cleaning services to:
- Commercial Properties
- Residential Entities
In addition to façade windows cleaning and floors treatment