Hard water can be an obstacle to the smooth functioning of your sprinkler system. It contains a high concentration of minerals like magnesium and calcium. These minerals leave white, chalky deposits on your sprinkler heads and nozzles. These deposits, commonly called limescale, can hamper water flow and reduce water pressure. Ultimately, this leads to uneven watering and a decline in your lawn’s health. You will need effective cleaning and preventative measures to ensure the sprinkler…
In-ground sprinkler systems help keep the lawn or garden looking aesthetic in the summer and spring months. However, the water inside the buried hoses and pipes becomes frozen in the winter. This may make the pipes crack. If you have rigid PVC pipes, they will burst, while flexible polyethylene pipes may develop cracks. To ensure your sprinkler system is not damaged, deactivate the water flow to it. Also, drain the water out of all pipes.…
To make your lawn look visually appealing and lush, you need a modern and automated irrigation system with sprinklers. A well-maintained irrigation system will supply an adequate amount of water to the lawn at the right time. The sprinkler valve will last for a long time if you look after it. When your irrigation system develops a snag, you have to find out the root cause. It could be the sprinkler valve or something else.…
Are you worried about maintaining your lush green lawn during the hot summer months? You must have a properly working sprinkler system with good plastic pipes for watering the lawn. Here we will explore some plastic pipes that are best suited for the sprinkler system. There was a time until the mid-1970s when black steel pipes dominated the sprinkler piping market. However, the advent of plastic pipes has made them a popular option for their versatility and…
Irrigation timers enable you to customize numerous variables within an automatic irrigation system. These include zone-specific water distribution, which can also be time-based. You can choose the specific days of the week for automatic lawn watering. The choices are abundant, but make sure you monitor regional watering restrictions, especially if you live in a drought-prone area. Irrigation timer types Irrigation system timers are embedded in your water system through an exterior or internal wall. They…
How do you ensure enough water coverage for your lawn? Your sprinkler system should have adequate water pressure to cover the area efficiently. Sprinklers with poor spray systems may cause dry patches. At first, check your water supply source. Do you use well water or city water? City water pressure is 40-80 PSI, which is higher than that of well pumps, whose pressure is typically limited to 30-50 PSI. Get a pressure gauge and attach it to…
Most homeowners I have personally come across in my career as a sprinkler repair specialist have always asked me this question – “Are High Efficiency Sprinkler Heads worth the hype?”. Well, I simply can’t blame them because there is so much confusion around this topic that people tend to feel mortified whenever they are asked to choose between a normal sprinkler head and a high-efficiency sprinkler head. As expected, the brands that make those high-efficiency sprinkler heads…
Considered to be an integral part of the irrigation system, solenoid valve can literally make or break the performance of your sprinkler system. This nifty small device controls the operation of the sprinkler. It controls when to turn the sprinkler system on and when to turn it off and how much water to release. Automated irrigation is seamless and hassle-free with this small, electrically controlled valve. Let’s understand the importance and working mechanism of this valve…
What is the better method to water the lawn- using a sprinkler system or the good old manual method? Opinions vary on the subject. Should you use a garden hose fitted with a spray nozzle or a rotor system? There are also units with pop-up sprinklers, too. Here is a detailed comparison between sprinklers and hand watering to help you make a decision: Coverage Vs Control Initially, you may feel that using a hose-end sprayer manually will…
Are you wondering why your sprinkler head isn’t spraying optimally? Let’s explore what can be done to resolve this pesky problem. Dirt Build-Up and Clogs 1. Why does the sprinkler head struggle to send water to the expected radius? There might be small blockages hidden inside its nozzle opening. Small grains of soil deposited inside the nozzle can hamper the water flow. Raise the head to loosen the debris. 2. You may find muddy residues sitting within the irrigation line, affecting…
