Are Irrigation Systems Safe In Winter?

There are a large number of people in our area who invest in irrigation systems. Since our summers are so hot, it can become a full-time job to keep your lawn and landscaping from dying with the strong sun and hot days. Irrigation systems are a helpful tool to ensure that your lawn is being watered at the correct time while following the irrigation rules of your local area. You can set a schedule and then leave it be until it needs to be updated. Although irrigation systems can be helpful during the summer due to the extreme heat, it is important to take the necessary precautions to ensure that your systems do not become damaged during the winter months.

What Happens if an Irrigation System Freezes?

While people who don’t live in our area may never believe us, we do get freezing temperatures. If your irrigation system has not been turned off for the winter, you need to be mindful of the temperature. It is not overly common, but irrigation systems and pipes can freeze. If this were to happen, there is a chance that a pipe could burst and leave a mess in your yard. If you notice anything on your irrigation system freezing, contact us so we can help with any repairs.

Protect Your Lawn and Landscaping

Be sure that your irrigation system is turned off before the cold weather strikes. One of the worst things that can happen is a freeze right after your lawn and landscaping are watered. It can be detrimental to anything that is wet. We would hate for your lawn and landscaping to die due to the frost, and then you have an additional problem in the spring.

Be sure to contact us at Challenger Irrigation for all of your sprinkler system questions and maintenance needs. We are happy to serve Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas, and Citrus counties. We look forward to hearing from you soon!