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10 things to know about your sprinkler systems
For those who’ve recently moved and have never had a yard to care for, or for those who are tired of manually dragging the hose and portable sprinkler around their property, a sprinkler system may be right for you and your lawn care needs. These are the top 10 things you should know when dealing with sprinklers:
- Access—Make sure to have a licensed
plumber inspect any installed sprinkler
system to ensure everything relating
to water flow is working properly. - Heads—There are two types of
sprinkler heads: fixed and rotary.
Plan your head usage according
to the layout of your property. - Connections—Consider using
funny pipe to connect your sprinkler
heads with the standard poly pipe—
it’s extremely flexible and virtually
unbreakable - Hours of Operation—Early morning
sprinkler use prevents mold and
mildew from forming on your lawn. - Pressure—Water pressure needs to
be optimized to ensure proper lawn
coverage and to avoid damaging your
sprinkler heads.
- Aim—Check your local ordinances
to ensure your sprinklers are being
aimed only at areas where watering
is permitted. - Rain Sensors—Most water conservation laws require you to install
rain sensors to avoid overwatering
and waste. - Roots—Plan ahead and make sure no
tree roots are interrupting the piping
routes for your sprinklers, saving you
a potential headache down the line. - Solenoids—A fancy term for valves,
these help determine the zone of your
yard that water is directed to and at
what time, providing efficient coverage. - Winterization—Make sure all water
is cleared out of your pipes during
the winter months to prevent freezing
and, in turn, broken pipes. Consider
hiring a service provider to assist.
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Heidi Franklin
I have been a Realtor for over 25+ years helping folks find their dream home.
