George Hermann gifted 385 acres to the city of Houston in 1914 for a public greenspace after visiting Central Park in New York City. Hermann Park, named after the city’s notable businessman and philanthropist, has remained one of Houston’s most notable landmarks. Jerdon Enterprises prides itself on contributing to the conservation of the park by...
In urban areas, parks have many benefits. A park or urban green space is known to boost physiological health, strengthen communities, contribute to a better environment and make a neighborhood look more attractive. Storm Water Collection Concrete restricts the absorption of rainwater. By implementing green spaces into city plans, cities have a more efficient and...
Earth has dwindling resources but a growing population. Population growth encourages new construction. Because of this, the construction industry must implement changes to become more sustainable. Sustainable construction involves a holistic way of managing a project, often considering the community and the environment during the construction process. Better Use of Materials Construction companies can encourage...
It’s about time to start swinging into summer, and that means local parks will slide their way to the center of your community. Whether it’s families gathering for a picnic, parents taking their kids to play on the monkey bars, or couples enjoying the bike trails, parks are a great way to spend time outdoors...
Construction is a demanding industry. With as much physical and technical labor as construction requires, workers are at risk of injury on a daily basis – this risk is heightened when workers are running on a deadline. Therefore, it is crucial that safety managers implement precautionary practices to maintain a safe job site. Follow these...
For 34 years, Jerdon Enterprise has specialized in the design, creation, and execution of facilities and outdoor environments utilized and enjoyed by the public. The experts at Jerdon have provided innovative upgrades to numerous parks around the Houston area–including Huckleberry Park and Sugar Land Memorial Park. Parks and other public recreational outlets serve three essential...