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31 Dec

Lawn watering myth debunked

One of the single, most important parts of caring for your lawn is watering it. Folks know they have to do it, but not everyone agrees as to the right way to do it. But there are right and wrong ways to do everything and keeping your lawn fresh and well fed is no exception. And believe or not, there are many ways you can damage and even harm your plants depending on how you water them.  Today’s blog is here to help you avoid all that. Today’s tips will help you avoid some of the misleading watering myths that are out there when it comes to taking care of your lawn. Hopefully, these will help you do a better job of staying on track and doing what’s best for your lawn. Let’s jump right in! Plants need water. That means all of them. There’s a lot of noise out there about some plants that can take care of themselves and that they don’t need…

16 Dec

New Year’s Resolutions for your lawn in 2021

So as you know, our specialty is irrigation. We talk about sprinklers and getting water to the places on your lawn that need it the most. But sometimes, we’re only part of the solution and getting control of your landscape involves us and several other moving parts.  Getting a handle on your yard can be overwhelming at first – and for most the question of ‘where to start’ is far more complicated to answer than ‘where do I want to go?’ So with the new year right around the corner, we’ve got your back. Here are a few New Year’s Resolutions that you can make to help give you a starting point for giving yourself the gift of a nicer lawn in 2021.  Hopefully these tips will give you a little inspiration and motivation. Let’s jump right in! Get rid of those weeds The reality is that it’s hard to find any lawn that doesn’t have a few weeds. They’re out there. That being said…

30 Nov

Common mistakes people make with their sprinkler system

So you’ve taken the plunge and purchased a sprinkler system. That’s great! Now you and your lawn will get to reap all the benefits and cost savings associated with it. That being said, just like with anything – there are certain things you’ll need to do in order to keep your sprinkler working in tip-top condition.  Today, we’re going to discuss a few common mistakes that new system owners make and how you can avoid them. Let’s jump right in! Watering everything at the same time One mistake that owners make is watering everything all at once, all the time. In reality, grass and shrubbery have vastly different root systems that absorb water at different rates. Grass traditionally needs a lot more water than shrubs do, so don’t worry about giving your bushes a dowsing every day. Make sure their waterings are a bit more spaced out. In addition, be mindful of runoff and drainage on your lawn. Some areas may need more than others,…

16 Nov

Common issues with sprinkler systems

Keeping your lawn hydrated is the key to maintaining a beautiful, healthy landscape. Rain sure helps, but you’ll need to install a hydration system in order to achieve that idyllic look you’ve been striving for.  But what happens when your sprinkler system stops working or begins to water unevenly? What are the kinds of things you need to look for? What are some of the common issues you might encounter? That’s what we’re here to discuss today. Here are some of the warning signs you should look for that might serve as an indication something could be wrong with your sprinkler system. Let’s jump right in! Unusually high water bill We usually install sprinkler systems to avoid high water costs. If you opened your bill this month and saw an enormous number at the bottom, then perhaps your sprinkler system isn’t working the way it’s intended.  Usually water waste with sprinklers is caused by a leak somewhere in your system – and that’s a problem…

26 Oct

The benefits of owning a sprinkler system

Installing a lawn sprinkler system is an investment that pays off in a variety of ways both now and into the future as well. A custom-designed watering system can help you have lush, green grass that not only looks great, but gives you a happy, healthy landscape that adds value to your home.  Today, we’re going to discuss some of the main benefits homeowners can expect if they make the decision to install a sprinkler system in their yard. Let’s jump right in! Convenience Let’s be honest, today we’re busier than we’ve ever been, whether that’s at work or at home with the family. Any chance you get to carve some time back into your schedule can be invaluable. Sprinkler systems make it so that caring for your lawn isn’t a chore. No more dragging a hose around, screwing on a sprinkler head, grappling with valves and dealing with stubborn patches of turf. All of these problems go away, with one flip of the switch. …

11 Oct

Signs that you need to get your lawn sprinklers repaired

We have a feeling that like most people, lawn sprinkler repair isn’t a subject that you dedicate a whole lot of time to – until you have to. And hey – that’s ok, that’s why we’re here. And we’re willing to bet that the reason you’re here is because there’s something not quite right about the behavior of your sprinkler repair system.  So today, we’re going to dedicate some space to a few of the common reasons that sprinkler systems need to be repaired – with a particular focus on the ‘pick up the phone now’ kind of problems. These are not the kinds of things that you try to figure out on your own. Perhaps somewhere in this blog, you’ll find what you’re looking for. But before we dive in, we want to emphasize that sprinkler systems are like anything else. Even if they’re low-maintenance, set and forget systems; they won’t last forever. Ongoing maintenance is a must, but if you’ve put that off…

01 Oct

Three common irrigation mistakes homeowners make

Make no mistake about it, life is a lot easier than it used to be – at least in most ways.  We have devices that can plan our days for us, we can send notes in the blink of an eye and even find our way to places – all on one device. In fact – that’s a lot of things, these days, right? How many times have you heard the word ‘turnkey’ as a benefit when purchasing a certain service or product? And to be sure – lawn sprinklers aren’t immune from this. Keeping your lawn lush, green and healthy has never been easier – freeing you from the tedium of untangling hoses and watering your lawn yourself.  That being said – all of this new technology has lulled us into a false sense of security in many ways. Unfortunately, it’s still really easy to make mistakes when it comes to irrigating your lawn and today – that’s what we’re going to discuss. Here…

21 Sep

Why maintenance is key to increasing the lifespan of your sprinkler system

Making an investment in a sprinkler system comes with a wide range of benefits – not just for the overall health of your lawn, but also for the aesthetic value of your home. That being said – it’s not without a certain level of investment on your part and of course anyone who spends money on anything like a sprinkler system wants their system to last as long as possible.  Give or take, the average lifespan of your sprinkler system will be about 20 years. And over those 20 years, all sorts of things can happen that will damage your system. Keeping ahead of these issues before they become problems is essential to owning anything, really; but doubly important when it comes to your irrigation system.  The key to staying out ahead of these things is maintenance. Maintenance and more maintenance – and that’s what we’re here to talk about today. Let’s jump right in.  Why maintenance is so important In many ways, this is…

29 Aug

Is your lawn getting too much water or not enough?

It’s safe to say that we’re in the dog days of summer. It’s dry, it’s hot and many lawns are experiencing the effect of heat stress. In these sorts of conditions, knowing how much or how little to water your lawn can make a big difference in your lawn’s overall health. During most times of the year, your lawn will get the amount of water it needs to thrive. But during dry periods, you’ll need to give it a little extra help in order to quench its thirst. But just how much? Or how little? That’s the question we’re here to help answer today: How do you know if you’re overwatering or underwatering and what are the signs? Let’s find out! Did you know… Remember the old saying ‘too much of a good thing…?” Well, that most certainly applies when we’re talking about irrigating your turf. Believe it or not – overwatering can do even more damage than underwatering and in some cases, you can…

11 Aug

How a sprinkler system adds value to your home

If we’ve heard the benefits of ‘curb appeal’ once, we’ve heard them a thousand times and that’s with good reason. People have powerful mental images of what they consider the perfect home to look like and the nicer your lawn looks – the more valuable your home becomes. If you’re considering putting your home on the market soon or just want to increase the value of your property, there are numerous worthwhile investments you can make; but one of the best ‘bang for your buck’ ways to accomplish this goal is to invest in a sprinkler system. Here are some of the ways a well watered and maintained lawn can add value to your home. Let’s jump right in! Convenience Sprinklers do one thing better than just about anything else: they save time for the home owner and do so in an energy efficient way. Home owners don’t want the hassle of a big yard to take care of and anyway they can make it…