Would you ask a hair-stylist to restore your prize Mustang? Probably not, just like you wouldn’t run down to your local mechanic and ask him to trim your sideburns and take a little off the top. Knowledge goes a long way. That’s why we’re giving you these important tips about lawn sprinkler repair.
Lawn sprinkler repair tips:
- Sprinklers need love too: No really, they do. Just read this article published by the University of Florida. Automatic sprinklers are really nice to have. Sure it rains, a lot, but Florida wasn’t named the “sunshine state” for cool breezes and freezing temperatures. It’s hot here! That’s why almost every newly built home in the state has an automated irrigation system. Just like your car requires regular oil changes, your sprinklers need routine maintenance and inspections to avoid or fix common problems.
- Clogs happen: Gunk like dirt and lawn debris become trapped in filters and nozzles. If your sprinkler isn’t spraying, you probably have a clog. A little rinse and repeat really comes in handy when this happens. Check this article out for more information on clogs.
- Water the grass, not the joggers: Remember when you were a kid during summers? Sometimes, the best thing on a hot day was knowing where that one house was. You know, the one with the sprinkler that watered everything but the lawn. You’d run back and forth on the sidewalk, getting showered with fresh, cool water. Your neighbors had no idea that their water wasting over-spray created your free water park. Over-spray is bad for the environment and your wallet. Click here to learn more.
- Whoa, watch what you mow: You say “lawn-mowers” we say weapons of mass destruction. Want the fastest way to break a sprinkler head? Run it over with your mower, or even your car, that’ll do the trick. Damaged sprinkler heads lead to dry spots. If you find a brown area in your grass, it’s probably time to ask your lawn-mower a few questions.
- Okay, who moved the sprinkler?: So, you have dry spots but you checked every sprinkler head (every one you could find anyway) and not one looks broken. What gives? Buy any new plants lately? Pop-up sprinklers are often hard to see (they’re made that way), so it’s easy to forget where they are. Check under plants pots, the trashcan and so on. You may have simply placed something on top of a sprinkler, preventing proper function.
These are a few common issues sprinklers have from time to time. To learn more about these tips, or anything else, please Contact Us. Thanks.