Lawn Maintenance

If you notice a large puddle in your yard after using your sprinkler system, this is the main indication that you have a break in your sprinkler line. This problem needs to be repaired quickly so...

In ground sprinkler systems can provide you with a beautiful, lush lawn and flowers. However, sometimes as your yard matures and grows trees or other ornamental lawn objects can block your...

Maximizing the efficiency of your irrigation system can save vast sums of money and also increase the amount of moisture that reaches the plants that need it most. Individuals with more advanced...

Sprinkler hoses are a way to provide an even, routine distribution of water to your lawn, garden and flowerbeds. These are typically made up of two or three small, connected hoses that are each...

Despite the convenience of pop-up sprinklers, the heads can accumulate a buildup of dirt and grime over time, which can cause them to stop functioning like they once did. A thorough cleaning of...

When you are performing maintenance on your lawn, occasionally you might find that a sprinkler has become damaged, either from being run over or being accidentally hit by lawn equipment. Fixing a...

Every once in a while you will find that one of the sprinkler heads in your watering system has become damaged, whether due to being run over or breaking from age or usage. Replacing the sprinkler...

Once in a while you will find that a sprinkler head has stopped working. If it goes unnoticed, it can get buried in an overgrowth of grass and weeds, and you will have a hard time finding it....

Lawn sprinklers come in various sizes and spray patterns. When installing or replacing screw-in sprinkler heads, adjust the direction and/or pattern to ensure that all areas of your lawn will...

Winterizing your home irrigation system or commercial sprinkler systems can help to avoid major damage caused by frozen water in the sprinkler lines. If left to freeze in the lines, water can...

An automated sprinkler system can save you time, from using a water hose and having to move a stationary sprinkler head around the yard. If you are not wasting water with the traditional hose...

Sprinkler control timers allow you to efficiently keep your landscaping healthy and good-looking. Even the most basic timer will let you manage your water use, although you may still over-water....

Rain Bird sprinkler systems are preferred by many professional installers not just for the reliability and quality of the product, but because it is easy to adjust their spray pattern to fit your...

Some of the best sprinkler timers on the market have connections for rain sensors. A positive rain sensing can put the sprinkling system on hold. Although these sprinkler timers cost a bit more,...

In this part 4 of how to install a sprinkler system we will build up the solenoid valve manifold for the various watering circuits employed in your design. [If you are looking for the beginning...

An automatic home sprinkler system can save money, time and water resources. Installing a home sprinkler system can be challenging and will require several days or weekends of work. With careful...

An in-ground sprinkler system delivers water automatically to your plants and lawn without hoses or visible sprinklers to mar the landscape. You can hire a professional to install a system, or you...

Winterizing an underground sprinkler system yourself (rather than hiring someone to do it for you) can save you about $30-$50/year. It’s a very simple process, but if you don’t do it right you’ll...

Backyard cleaning after a long winter season is something you might dread as a new homeowner. But you don't have to feel this way. Your backyard should be your personal wonderland where you can go...

Getting prepared for winter requires you to drain the water out of your sprinkler system. Their are many companies that will do this for you, at a cost of anywhere from $30.00 to around $100.00....

Your Rain Bird system's spray heads will need troubleshooting from time to time. After your system has been installed for a while, you likely will run across some problems. These maintenance-type...

Check to see if your sprinkler system's rain sensor is on. If it is not, make sure that the controller is getting appropriate power. Do this by resetting the GFI (ground fault outlet). If this...

A rain sensor determines whether or not enough rainfall has occurred in order to skip a watering cycle. The electrical connection between the sensor and your sprinkler system controller is...

In-ground sprinkler systems can make watering your lawn a lot easier, but if you aren't careful you can waste water - and water is money. With some common sense, some research, and a little sweat...

How would you like a greener, more healthy lawn? Well....it is not difficult at all as long as you follow a few basic landscaping tips.

To keep your lawn green and fresh all year, consider investing in a sprinkler system. A timer will allow you to set sprinklers to water the lawn at fixed intervals. Check your favorite hardware...

Your yard be can be difficult to keep green and alive during hot temperatures. With useful tips you will have a green yard in less than 4 weeks. Using Summer Guard and manure and settings of your...

Here are guidelines for watering your lawn that will give it the best possible care while conserving water.

Beautiful, green lawns need a lot of water. Moving your hose all around the yard is time-consuming and not always convenient. Having a professional install a sprinkler system can be expensive, but...

You've just added new sod to your lawn. Now what? The most important thing in the care and maintenance of new sod is adequate water, so that the roots can establish themselves into the soil. As...

A smart sprinkler controller is a new way to save water as you water your lawn and garden. In the process, you will be saving a lot of money. It only works as needed so that plants are not overly...

If you want specific areas of your yard to be automatically watered each day, designing a sprinkler system can help you figure out where to start and how to get it done. By installing the...

Lawn sprinkler pumps can be a nuisance if they lose their prime. They need the pressure of the water flowing through the pipes to push the water out to the sprinkler head. If an air bubble gets in...

A valve box will be tied directly into your water system and buried in your yard. There will be a lid to the box at ground level for access to the valves. Each valve will control a zone in your...

Installing a timer on a home sprinkler system is not nearly as daunting of a task as it may seem, especially if you are replacing your old timer, which is most likely the case. You may remove an...

The pump size will be determined by how far you want the water to spray. When selecting a sprinkler pump, you must know the capacity of the sprinkler head in gallons-per-minute (GPM). Most...

Anybody with a sprinkler system who lives in an area prone to frost and subfreezing temperatures knows that the sprinkler system has to be blown out or they run the risk of ruining their expensive...

If your lawn or garden seems lifeless and you're tired of watering it with a hose, you might consider installing an outdoor sprinkler system instead. By installing it yourself, you can save 30-40%...

Sprinkler systems are very nice to have, but they are not without their maintenance requirements. If for some reason you need to shut a particular sprinkler head off for a time (maybe the...

Making sure your sprinkler heads are in good working order is essential to having a beautiful, healthy lawn. When rotor sprinklers become damaged, clogged or worn out, the result is usually dry,...

It's easy to want a nice lawn, but it's impossible without good irrigation. Installing an automatic sprinkler system will SAVE you water and time. In my opinion, over half the battle is in the...

Scaring away buzzards from a garden can be done by spraying them down with the hose, installing a motion-activated sprinkler system and sprinkling hot spices around the area. Eliminate pesky...

If you have a sprinkler system, you know how easy it can be to use--just set the timer and let it do its thing. You may also know how important proper maintenance of the system is to the quality...

Having an underground sprinkler system gives you more control over how your lawn is watered, and when. The network of piping is buried about 12 inches underground, and retractable sprinkler heads...

The timer, or clock controller, activates and controls the sprinkler system according to preset conditions. These units are either electromechanical clocks or clocks with a digital readout. The...

After several seasons, Rainbird sprinklers will require some maintenance. Most Rainbird sprinklers come with an arm guide or sprayer guide called a PJ. The PJ and other parts are welded together....

If you are looking to add curb appeal to your home, it is important to maintain a lush green lawn. The appearance of your yard can either make or break the appeal of your house, and keeping the...

Adding a sprinkler system to your yard has many benefits. A sprinkler system will keep your lawn and garden looking lush and beautiful, and it can also significantly add to the value of your...

Learn how to mow a lawn and care properly for best results week by week.

Pop-up sprinkler heads are a great invention that allow water to reach all parts of the lawn, but thanks to careless mowers, debris and deterioration, you'll have to repair them from time to time....