Drainage is essential to the health of lawns and landscaping, especially in Florida. This month, we are exploring the importance of drainage for all lawns and how irrigation professionals work drainage into their plans. Read on to learn about one of the most essential parts of lawn care and maintenance. Why Do I Need Drainage? […]
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Many homeowners may not know that it is a requirement to have rain sensors in Florida. These sensors are helping to control the irrigation systems on residential properties and commercial properties alike. But why are they so important? Florida is known for its wet season. It can be sunny one minute and then raining cats […]
Learn More...There are a nearly 65,000 acres of irrigated land in the United States. Even if a mere ten percent of that figure is residential irrigation, that is thousands upon thousands of yards with residential irrigation systems. However, many homeowners, especially in Florida, rely on those systems without really understanding them. This month, we are aiming […]
Learn More...Irrigation systems do amazing work, especially in Florida. Managing to keep lawns lush and green when it averages 90 degrees Fahrenheit outside is no easy feat. However, these handy systems are not infallible. This week we are exploring some of the most common problems that irrigation systems encounter. Read on to learn about what those […]
Learn More...According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, up to 50% of irrigation water is lost to “evaporation, wind, improper system design, installation, or maintenance.” Of course, issues oftentimes arise from some combination of these factors. Most people know that water is a precious resource, so losing half of the water intended for irrigation is wasteful. […]
Learn More...Once you have planned the irrigation system has been laid out, you will be able to move forward with having it installed. But then you’ll be presented with a whole new question. How deep should I dig? Trench digging will be one of the most important steps you will take. You will want to put […]
Learn More...You should never try to install a new sprinkler system without knowing these important facts. #1: Licensed Professionals Save you Headaches You should always make sure that anyone you have installing your sprinkler system are licensed professionals. It will save you a lot of headaches in the long-term. I hear a lot of horror stories […]
Learn More...A well-maintained yard can make your yard the envy of the neighborhood. One of the most pivotal aspects of this is to have an efficient underground sprinkler system. It must be working properly, otherwise the aesthetics if your yard will suffer. The fact is that a maintenance yard will add a lot of beauty to […]
Learn More...Many utility companies have reported that 50% of their water output goes into irrigation systems. Did you know that a lot of this water is wasted due to inefficient systems? A poorly maintained irrigation system can distribute too much water, causing your water bill to suffer while oversaturating your lawn. You can reduce this by […]
Learn More...Proper maintenance of your automated irrigation system will save you both time and money. As a professional in this business, I have a lot of experience working with these systems. I’m going to share some amazing tips for how you can properly maintenance your automatic irrigation system. Like most other products that are installed around […]
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