This blog post shares key spring lawn irrigation tips.
Early spring provides an ideal window for a list of April lawn treatments that can make a significant difference to your summer lawn. In particular, sprinkler maintenance. Properly setting up your sprinklers now ensures your landscape will look its best. This blog post shares key spring lawn irrigation tips.
Inspect Your Drains and Main Line
Make sure that all of your manual valves are closed. This is because you may have opened them up when you drained the system in autumn, so check them out before watering. The next step is to slowly open the main valve so that the piping between it and the backflow can fill. To pressurize the mainline, open a control valve to allow the water to push out any unwanted air pockets in your system.
Ensure Your Sprinkler Heads Are Functioning
Sprinkler heads in a lawn irrigation system are often missing or broken due to factors such as lawnmowers, shifting soil, inadequate installation, age, and so on. Missing or broken sprinkler heads can cause your lawn irrigation system to leak, resulting in uneven water distribution across your lawn. When water from your sprinklers is not evenly distributed between cycles, dry and wet spots can form due to over- and under-watering. As a result, this can affect the health and appearance of your lawn over time.
Additionally, check your sprinkler heads to see if they have been tilted or are spraying from the correct angle. If you discover that they must be correctly angled, readjust them to ensure that your lawn receives adequate coverage during watering cycles.
Your Irrigation System Must Have Adequate Water Pressure
Another spring lawn irrigation tip is to routinely check the water pressure settings. This is particularly crucial when first booting your system. The ideal pressure range for your lawn irrigation system is 40 to 65 PSI.
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Flush Your Irrigation System to Remove Dirt and Debris
A well-maintained sprinkler system is an essential component of a healthy lawn, ensuring your plants receive the right amount of water while conserving water and minimizing costs. A vital spring lawn irrigation tip is flushing your system, especially at the start of the season, to prevent dirt and debris from building up and clogging your nozzles.
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