"As the temperatures warm and your lawn and garden start to emerge from winter’s chill, spring presents the ideal opportunity to prepare your automatic sprinkler system for the upcoming season. With just a few simple maintenance steps, you can ensure your system operates efficiently, conserving water and saving money while avoiding potential landscape issues during the hotter months. Set the stage for a healthy, thriving garden by getting your watering system ready for a successful season ahead."
NEW INSTALLATIONS
In addition to the water-saving benefits, an automatic sprinkler system can enhance the overall health and appearance of your landscape.
By providing consistent, tailored watering schedules, these systems can ensure that your plants and lawn receive optimal hydration, which is crucial for their growth and vitality.
Some advanced systems also offer features like smart Wi-Fi controllers that adjust watering schedules based on weather forecasts, soil moisture levels, or even plant types.
This level of precision further reduces water waste by only watering when and where it’s needed most.
Overall, an automatic sprinkler system that is both well-designed and equipped with a rain sensor, offers not only water conservation but also increased convenience, reduced water bills, and a healthier landscape.
START-UPS
At the beginning of spring, it's essential to get your sprinkler system up and running for the season to ensure it’s properly set up and functioning at its best.
A professional spring startup includes inspecting the system for any winter damage, checking for leaks, adjusting sprinkler heads, and setting the timers and watering schedules based on the upcoming weather.
Don’t forget the importance of making sure everything is calibrated so that you can enjoy a lush, healthy landscape throughout the season while conserving water.
Give us a call for your spring startup service—we’ll ensure your system is ready to efficiently handle the upcoming months, so you can enjoy peace of mind and a beautifully maintained yard.
REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE
At PEREZ SOLUTIONS LLC, we’re more than happy to assist you with all your sprinkler system repairs and maintenance needs.
Whether it’s a routine check-up, troubleshooting issues, or a complete system overhaul, our experienced team is here to ensure your irrigation system runs smoothly and efficiently.
Give us a call today for a free estimate—we’ll assess your system and provide you with a tailored solution to keep your landscape thriving all season long!
Kick off the warm watering season on the right foot with these expert tips:
Make Sure Spring Has Sprung…
Although all signs might be pointing to the arrival of spring, the soil beneath the landscape is always the last to thaw. Starting your sprinkler system while the ground is still frozen can result in damage to the pipes. Use a shovel to make sure that the soil is frost-free 12 inches deep. If it is still solid as a rock, then wait another week and test it again before starting the sprinkler system.
Regain Control…
Run a check of the irrigation controls and programs. This includes dusting away the cobwebs on the timer, making sure the date and time is correct, and that the settings are appropriate for your landscape’s watering needs. Replace the back-up battery in the timer/controller every 6 months, and keep a copy of the watering schedule nearby.
Unobstructed Flow…
Check for rocks, dirt, sand and other types of debris that may block the even flow of water from sprinkler heads. Uneven distribution can lead to too much water in some areas and not enough in others, both resulting in an unhealthy landscape and wasted water. Inspect spray heads and make sure they haven’t become buried and debris has not accumulated around them during the winter.
Out with the old…
Nozzles and sprinkler heads are designed to withstand normal wear and tear of irrigation, but are no match for errant lawn mowers, the neighbor’s dog or snowplows. Replace cracked, chipped or worn components, such as sprinkler heads, nozzles, valves or pipes. A broken sprinkler can wreak havoc on lawns, gardens, and water bills, so it is important to check and replace them periodically.
The Heart of the System…
Valves are the heart of any irrigation system. They regulate the distribution of water throughout the entire system. A leaky valve will waste water, and increase your water bill. Visually inspect each valve to make sure they are operating properly. Before turning on any water to the system, make sure all manual drain valves are returned to the closed position. Overly wet areas in the lawn, resulting in muddy and/or barren patches, may be a result of a leaky valve.
Keep The Hammer in The Tool Chest…
Water hammer is a high-pressure surge that occurs when a valve is first opened. An initial pressure surge can result in pipe bursts and damaged valves. When restoring water to your sprinkler system, open the main water valve slowly to allow pipes to fill with water in a gradual and controlled manner, thus preventing a water hammer and costly damage.
Pressure Check…
When you first turn the main water valve back on, it is important to make sure the water pressure is at a safe operating range for sprinkler systems. A system with too much pressure will result in cracked pipes, busted valves, sprinkler head leaks and inefficient watering. Invest in a water pressure gauge that can be used to measure water pressure in your home and yard. These devices typically connect to a hose faucet and give you a good idea of the pressure in your irrigation system. If the pressure is above the suggested operating range (typically 40 -65 PSI), a pressure regulator may be required to prevent damage to the sprinkler system or undesirable results. For example, if water is “misting” out of your sprinkler heads, your pressure is too high and should be reduced.