Preventing Costly Problems with Regular Sprinkler Inspections

As homeowners, we want to achieve that beautiful, green, and healthy lawn with proper maintenance. Our irrigation systems play a pivotal role in ensuring the health of our plants and flowers, creating an open, welcoming environment for visitors. An efficient, dependable irrigation system is necessary to keep your landscape in its top shape. Regular sprinkler inspection prevents homeowners from costly damages down the line—from rough winters to accidental bumping of the lawn mower; it's best to get ahead of the problem by understanding the condition of your sprinkler system. This blog will explore how to save money and time when you get regular sprinkler inspections and guarantee your landscape's health and proper watering, especially during the upcoming summer. Checking for Proper Functionality Like any home system, minor wear and tear can affect your sprinkler system if left undetected, resulting in water waste and higher utility bills. One of the best yet daunting features of home systems is that once they’re set up, we often forget them once they do the work. If you notice any issues such as improper watering, leaks, pooling, or higher water bills than usual, your sprinkler system may be in danger of improper functionality, requiring an expert to examine the system thoroughly. By detecting these issues early, you can save your irrigation system and excess money. What to Expect from a Sprinkler Inspection Like any home water system, sprinkler inspections check for leaks and malfunctioning parts. Depending on the system you have, your inspection may vary. Typically during an inspection, you can expect a professional to look at the following:

• Sprinkler heads - Checking for proper alignment of the sprinkler head and assuring there are no blockages, damages, or clogging
• Leakage - Looking for signs of pooling, leaking, or damp areas caused by damaged pipes and valves
• Controller settings - Verifying the correct programming for watering schedules due to the weather and the need for water for plants
• Backflow prevention - Inspecting proper functionality so that the water is not flowing in the opposite direction
• Water pressure - If the water pressure is too high or too low, this can cause issues in water distribution and cause further damage
• System efficiency - Upgrades may be necessary to improve the efficiency of the system, or installing new sprinkler heads
• Coverage - Maximizing equal distribution throughout the landscape to make sure there is the proper amount of water reaching each zone

• Overwatering your landscape
• Not delivering enough water to specific areas of your lawn
• A leaking system that can go undetected for months