Fitzpatrick Contractors

An Easy Way to Calculate How Much Crushed Stone You Need for a DIY Job

How much crushed stone do you need to tackle that DIY project? Use this sure-fire formula to figure out the quantity needed, removing the guess work.

Sheet Mulching: How to Smother Weeds, Build Soil & Conserve Water the Easy Way

5 Secrets Your Contractor Doesn’t Want You to Know

You think of your general contractor as an ally and partner — but he’s a primarily a businessman who may not reveal all his secrets.

How Often Are You Supposed to Drain Your Septic Tank?

Your septic tank needs to be pumped to prevent leaks and backup over time, but how often is enough, and how much is too much?

How Often Are Septic Tanks Emptied, and Where Do the Contents Go?

Discussing what goes on in the bathroom is considered taboo in many social circles, but you should be having frank discussions about your waste if you own a septic tank. What's the protocol for dealing with fecal matter?

The Polite House: What Can I Do About My Neighbors’ Trash Cans?

If you’re tired of staring at unsightly garbage way before pickup day, it’s time to have some tough conversations

What Dumpster Size Do You Need?

Compare dimensions and total volume of the most common roll off dumpster sizes to find the right dumpster for any project at home or on your work site.

Are Westlake Dump Trucks Driving Recklessly?

Are Westlake dump trucks driving dangerously through the community, putting everyone at risk of a truck accident?

How to Start a Dump Truck Business

If you are thinking about starting a dump truck business, you'll want to see this unique collection of resources you can use to get started.

Need a dump truck and air compressor? There's an auction for that

Everything from dump trucks and tractors to loaders and mowers belonging to the state are now available for purchase through an online auction.

Who's responsible when dump truck debris cracks your windshield? It's complicated

Many trucking companies try and avoid responsibility for the damage with signs and disclaimers on their trucks...but are those warnings legally binding?

How a dump truck full of garden mulch helped lower stress and boost health

What's that one thing that drives you crazy in a bad way every time you see it? Maybe it's peeling paint in a hallway or weeds by your front door. In this "Health Fusion" column, Viv Williams shares how replacing a pile of garden mulch helped fix a problem, lower stress and boost health.

Re-think How You Spec Your Dump Truck

Aftermarket emissions devices and electronic engine technology are changing the way dump trucks are spec'd.

What to Know Before Using a Dump Truck to Tow

Study the transport regulations and spec your dump trucks to safely and reliably move equipment and materials behind dump trucks

How to Choose a Dump Truck Body

When you need dump truck bodies to run your business or organization, you need the right process for choosing the right dump truck. But what are the most

A Look at How Dump Trucks Work

One of the more iconic and easily recognizable vehicles used in construction projects, the dump truck can be found the world over. Hauling large amounts of

The 5 Difficult Truths Contractors Want Designers to Know

Want to know the secret to proactive problem-solving and conflict resolution between these two parties? AD PRO provides insider info