Why Are My Sprinkler Heads Sinking? Are you noticing that your lawn is not green and thriving in any area except directly around a sprinkler head? If so, the sprinkler heads in your yard may be sinking. This is a common problem with irrigation systems. It typically happens when water sits around the sprinkler head,…
If you have an irrigation system, it is important to continuously check for problems. During the months when the system is being used daily, you should check regularly. Even during the winter, if your system is turned off, it is still important to periodically inspect the system and your property. It may be hard to see certain issues with the naked eye, but knowing what to look for is helpful. We want to share some warning signs that can indicate a problem.
Have you noticed that your lawn appears brown and dry in some places but is green and thriving around your sprinkler head? This can be a sign that you have a sinking sprinkler head. This problem can be fixed, and your sprinklers will be working effectively in no time. A sinking sprinkler head is a common occurrence and can be caused by foot traffic and lawnmowers. The more often that a sprinkler head is stepped on or run over, the greater the chance it has of sinking down into the ground. When a sprinkler head sinks, it is unable to spray far. The water will typically only hit the grass or landscaping immediately surrounding the sprinkler head.
Once an irrigation system is installed, many customers don’t give it a second thought until a problem creeps up. Living in Florida, sprinkler systems become an important part of life.
We understand that people are hesitant to schedule home service and maintenance calls during this time of COVID-19. However, we want to assure you that we are taking safety precautions to minimize interaction with our customers while still being able to provide them with the same excellent service they’ve come to expect from us.
Caring for the environment is on many people’s minds these days. Recycling bins are everywhere and composting is growing in popularity. There are ways you can keep your lawn green and have an eco-friendly irrigation system at the same time, too. In general, your lawn irrigation system is meant to help conserve water. Here are some other ways you can make your system even more environmentally friendly:
With hundreds of yards of underground tubing in a typical yard, what do you do when you suspect a leak in the system? Not only do leaks waste water and cost you money, they can also damage your lawn.
When installed and maintained properly, your lawn sprinkler system should last a long time. Due to normal wear and tear, however, your sprinklers may need adjustments or repairs. Here are common issues that can occur with sprinkler systems and ways you can fix the problem.
Don’t Touch That Wire!: When to DIY and When to Call a Professional Sometimes the temptation to tackle a home repair situation is too great to resist. After all, you can save yourself some money and it’ll only require watching a YouTube video or two, right? Not so fast. If you’re having problems with your…
Is It Time To Upgrade Your System? Like anything else associated with your home – your air conditioner, your water heater, your roof – sprinkler systems wear out over time. Sure, they don’t receive the daily workout that our ACs do, but they are still subjected to extreme Hernando county heat, hard water, and mower-related…
