If you’re considering a new irrigation system for your lawn this Summer, you may think that you’ll save money by installing it yourself. The truth is, you will end up spending more, in the long-run. Incorrectly installed irrigation systems can lead to inadequate or over-watering, property damage and increases the probability that the system will fail. Although you may pay a little more for a custom designed irrigation system for your lawn upfront, you’ll benefit from a healthier lawn, less wasted water and the on-going support and expertise of the installer.
Healthier Lawn
Every lawn is unique, in terms of the type of terrain, soil, plant life and the way that it is groomed and used. Because of this, the irrigation system that works for your neighbor’s yard, or your friend’s yard across town won’t necessarily work for yours. Too few sprinkler heads and certain areas won’t be watered adequately, too many and the lawn will drown. The reason for installing irrigation is to provide your lawn with the right amount of water, when it needs it, so that it stays healthy. The only way to assure that this is with a custom designed and installed irrigation system that utilizes rain sensors, drip and micro irrigation to maximize efficiency.
Less Water Waste
If you’ve been trying to keep your lawn green by hand-watering or a hose and sprinkler, you’re not doing yourself, the environment or your lawn any favors. First of all, it’s easy to over-water certain areas, while missing others all together. Secondly, you’re likely wasting water, simply because you can’t tell just how much water the lawn actually needs. Wasting water not only affects your pocketbook, in terms of higher water bills, but it also has a detrimental effect on the environment. Despite the fact that Florida is not experiencing a drought or water shortages, like other places in the country, it’s important that we all do our part to conserve this precious commodity ever day.
Expertise and Support
You may be quite handy with tools and equipment, but chances are, you’re not an expert when it comes to irrigation systems. You probably don’t realize it, but there’s a difference between consumer and contractor grade materials. A professional installation uses contractor grade, which is a higher quality than consumer grade products. What’s more, when you hire a professional irrigation company to do the installation, they’ll back up their work and continue to provide support for maintenance and repairs when they’re needed. Buying an irrigation system at a big box home improvement store and installing yourself means you’re on your own if problems arise.
If you’re a resident of the Tampa area and you’re interested in a new irrigation system for your lawn, contact us at American Irrigation. We’re a family-owned and operated business that’s been serving the Tampa area for more than three decades, so you can count on us. We’ll be more than happy to send someone over to evaluate your needs and we’ll even give you a free, no-obligation estimate.