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, making the ground soggy and soft. As foot traffic and lawnmowers move over the sprinkler heads, the pressure causes them to sink into the ground. This can be problematic because the water is not reaching the intended destination: your grass, flowers, and landscaping. Sinking sprinklers is not something you ever want to happen, especially during the middle of the summer when your outdoor property needs all the water it can get.
How to Prevent Sinking Sprinkler Heads
It is not always possible to prevent sinking sprinkler heads, but there are certain precautions you can take to help. The first is to limit foot traffic near your sprinkler heads, especially after a heavy rain or immediately after watering the lawn. It doesn’t take much continuous pressure to cause the sprinkler head to sink. It is also wise to regularly walk your property and inspect all aspects of your irrigation system to look for damage and problems. The earlier you detect problems, the better it is for your property.
Call Us To Help!
Repairing sprinkler heads and maintaining your irrigation system can be overwhelming and stressful if you are unfamiliar with how they work. We would hate for you to cause more damage to the sprinkler heads, pipes, or the entire system. Other issues you may see with your irrigation system include:
- Leaking sprinkler heads
- Sprinkler heads that are not rotating properly
- Water spraying in the wrong direction
- Cracked pipes
- Low water pressure
- Problems with the main system
If you are concerned about having a problem with your sprinkler heads or other aspects of your irrigation system, we would love to help you. At Challenger Irrigation, we are happy to serve Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas, and Citrus counties. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
