Irrigation Repairs
Irrigation Repairs
- We do most minor and even some major repair jobs to your irrigation system.
Irrigation Monitoring
Detect potential problems that help you prevent water waste, water runoff,
& sprinkler damage
- Adjust clocks for seasonal irrigation needs, saving you more water overall
- The less water you use, the more money you save!
- Efficient water usage preserves natural resources and promotes the
sustainability of our local water source.
Why early morning?
- Reduced Evaporation: Temperatures are cooler, and winds are typically calmer in the early morning, minimizing evaporation.
- Better Absorption: Water can penetrate the soil and reach the grass roots before the sun heats up.
- Fewer Fungal Issues: Keeping grass dry overnight reduces the risk of fungal diseases.
When to avoid watering:
- Midday: Temperatures are highest, leading to significant evaporation.
- Nighttime: Moisture can linger, increasing the risk of fungal diseases.
Additional Tips:
- Deep Watering: Aim for deep, infrequent watering to encourage strong root growth.
- Monitor Soil Moisture: Check the soil a few inches below to see if it’s moist.
- Adjust Watering Schedule: Adjust your watering schedule based on the weather, time of year, and your lawn’s needs.
- Consider a Smart Sprinkler System: Smart irrigation controllers can help optimize watering based on weather and other factors.
- Dormancy: If your lawn goes dormant during the summer, you can water it less frequently (once a month) to keep it alive.
Rain Sensors
Save Money:
- Whether you pay for city water or spend electricity running a
pump, the money you save overtime will be more than the cost of the rain sensor!
Prolonging the Life of Your Irrigation System:
- A rain sensor can reduce wear to your system because it runs only when necessary.
Reducing Nutrient Loss & Disease Damage:
- Over-watering causes nutrients to be lost to wash away from the turf, requiring increased applications of fertilizer. It also retards deep root growth and increases lawn susceptibility to disease.
- Over-watering has been called the most common cause of disease in turf.
Conserving Municipal Water:
- By preventing unnecessary irrigation after rain
events, rain sensors help ensure water availability for emergencies, such as
firefighting, especially during the peak summer months.