Certifications

Certification & trade show news

Alpenglow Sprinkler has always held in high esteem the industry’s attempt to standardize the qualifications of technicians in the field. The certification opportunities the Irrigation Association (IA) and the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) offer are an attempt to lend a more professional image to an otherwise unregulated industry. In doing so, you, the consumer, can be assured that at least a minimum industry standard requirement was met by a given certified candidate who was able to prove a certain degree of professional proficiency in doing his/her job.

This is why Alpenglow Sprinkler continually promotes the certification of its technicians through NALP and the IA, in order to provide our customers with the highest degree of knowledge and professionalism. In addition, we have maintained our position as a Select Rain Bird Contractor, proving our proficiency at installing and maintaining the quality products manufactured by Rain Bird, the world’s leading manufacturer of irrigation equipment.

Brad was one of the first 3 candidates to become a Certified Landscape Technician in irrigation through NALP back in 1994, and has since become a CLIA, CID, CIC, CLWM, all through the IA. Conaire Cullen became a CLT in irrigation through NALP several years ago and has demonstrated his aptitude toward quality irrigation workmanship throughout his tenure at Alpenglow. This will be Conaire’s 5th year at Alpenglow!

Several winter’s ago Brad was able to join some of the country’s elite sprinkler contractors while attending seminars and product updates at Rain Bird’s Select Contractor Conference. He learned of new and improved irrigation technologies and techniques and was able to network with other contractors. In addition, Conaire and Brad both attended the ProGreen Expo in Denver a year ago this past February, attending industry related seminars and perused the trade show floor for new and improved irrigation products.

Brad Petschek (President, CEO)
• Certified Landscape Technician of Irrigation(CLT)
• Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor(CLIA)
• Certified Landscape Water Manager (CLWM)
• Certified Irrigation Designer(CID)
• Certified Irrigation Contractor(CIC)
• EPA Water Sense Partner

Conaire Cullen
• Certified Landscape Technician (CLT)

Water Sense Partner with the EPA
Brad Petschek (CLT, CLIA, CLWM, CID, CIC), Alpenglow’s president, is certified through the Irrigation Association, and is currently partnering with the EPA to promote water efficient irrigation technology and techniques.

July – Smart Irrigation Month
The Irrigation Association named July as “Smart Irrigation Month” to help promote irrigation conservation. Take advantage of the specials on water saving products offered by Alpenglow Sprinkler during “Smart Irrigation Month”!