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How to Install a Lawn Sprinkler System
by a eHow Home & Garden Editor
If you're tired of dragging the garden hose out to water your grass, it's time for a lawn sprinkler system. If you're feeling ambitious, you can install a lawn sprinkler system yourself. Just follow these instructions.
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How to Make a Lawn Sprinkler
by a eHow Home & Garden Editor
Looking to make a one of a kind lawn sprinkler? It's easy, affordable and can be up and running in no time. Create your own design or look for inspiration to make a sprinkler that works for your yard and lawn area.
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Do It Yourself Lawn Sprinkler
by Kenneth Crawford
The major reason lawns do not look as good as they should is lack of water. An Ohio University fact sheet states that our lawns need a least an inch of water every week. If water is not provided during the hot, dry summer the grass will turn brown. Installing a lawn sprinkler will provide your lawn with the adequate water it needs. Lawn sprinklers have matured a lot since you were a kid. If you are ready to get your lawn healthy you should install a lawn sprinkler system yourself.
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About Lawn Sprinkler Systems
by Jaceson Maughan
A lawn sprinkler system is a network of pipes and spray heads designed to channel water throughout the lawn and landscaping features of a residential or commercial property. The lawn sprinkler system delivers the right amount of water at the right time of day for optimum growth of grass, trees, flower beds and gardens.
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About In-Ground Lawn Sprinklers
by Tara Dooley
In-ground lawn sprinklers are an efficient and convenient means of watering a lawn and landscaping. What was once only available to golf courses, commercial properties and the well to do is now available at a price affordable by most anyone. With a variety of sprinkle head designs and accessories, in ground lawn sprinklers help anyone to achieve that beautiful lawn everyone wants.
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How to Prime a Lawn Sprinkler Pump
by Heidi Braley
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 the way of the water, the system loses pressure and the sprinkler stops working even though the motor is still running. If this happens too often, you run the risk of burning out the motor. Here is how you can prime your lawn sprinkler to keep it from happening.
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Types of Lawn Sprinklers
by Kathryn Hatter
Homeowners who have gardens or lawns need lawn sprinklers to keep their grass and plants green and healthy. There are several different kinds of lawn sprinkler designs, each with special features. When purchasing a sprinkler, look on the packaging for information on coverage area, water pressure and hose diameter.
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How to Maintain a Lawn Sprinkler System
by a eHow Home & Garden Editor
Once you've installed a lawn sprinkler system, you'll want to know how to protect your investment. Knowing how to maintain a lawn sprinkler system involves seasonal check-ups which you can do yourself. If you choose to hire out the maintenance, call the company which installed the system originally. In addition, your city may require a professional annual test of the system and will inform you of any required testing.
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How to Install Lawn Sprinklers
by a eHow Home & Garden Editor
If you want to install lawn sprinklers in your yard, the project will occupy a couple of weekends or can be spread out over several days in your spare time. Before tackling the actual installation, do your homework on how much pipe, how many valves and joints and how many sprinkler heads you'll need.
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How to Repair Sprinkler System
by a eHow Home & Garden Editor
A lawn sprinkler system is an investment that you need to keep in good shape. Unfortunately, these systems sometimes need repairs. Whether someone damages a head by stepping on it or the main line has leaks, you need to give the problem area your prompt attention. If you have some plumbing skills, you can usually repair your lawn sprinkler system yourself.
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