Envirostars – Ecoyards achieved the highest five-star certification from the EnviroStars program, which certifies businesses with environmentally responsible practices. Certified businesses have demonstrated a commitment to protecting the environment by properly managing and reducing hazardous materials and waste and other practices. The EnviroStars program was created by King County in 1995, and seeks to create healthier communities and protect natural resources by keeping hazardous and other unwanted waste out of the environment.
Seattle Public Utilities RainWise Program – Ecoyards is a certified RainWise contractor. We are qualified to help you become “RainWise” to reduce flooding, protect property, and restore the Puget Sound waters for people and wildlife. Planting trees, reducing impermeable surfaces, disconnecting downspouts, installing cisterns, and building and maintaining rain gardens are all part of our RainWise services. Currently, residents living in certain neighborhoods of Ballard, north Union Bay, Windermere, and Delridge are eligible for rebates covering most of the cost of installing a rain garden or cistern to control their roof runoff.
Techniseal – Ecoyards is a certified through the Techniseal Applicator Program for cleaning and sealing pavers, and using polymeric sand for joint stabilization in paver patios.
National Association of Landscape Professionals – Ecoyards is a proud member of the National Association of Landscape Professionals. The National Association of Landscape Professionals cultivates and safeguards opportunities for the dedicated professionals and companies that create and enhance the world’s landscapes. Their mission is to be the respected leader and voice of the green industry. The company owner is a Landscape Industry Certified Manager through the National Association of Landscape Professionals.
Irrigation Association – Ecoyards is a proud member of the Irrigation Association. The Irrigation Association is the leading membership organization for irrigation companies and professionals. Irrigation Association members are committed to promoting efficient irrigation and to long-term sustainability of water resources for future generations. The company owner is a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor through the Irrigation Association.
King County Master Gardeners – The company owner completed the King County Master Gardener program.
US EPA WaterSense Partner – The company owner is a US EPA WaterSense Partner. WaterSense Partners promote the value of water and help customers make smart decisions regarding water use and irrigation products. The goal of the WaterSense program is to reduce water and wastewater infrastructure costs and conserve water resources for future generations.
PlantAmnesty – Ecoyards proudly supports PlantAmnesty. PlantAmnesty was founded in 1987 to “stop the senseless torture and mutilation of trees and shrubs.” The nonprofit group uses a unique blend of humor and controversy to raise public awareness of “Crimes Against Nature” committed in our own backyards.
