Close any open drain valves or test cocks. Open the sprinkler water supply valve. Do this slowly to avoid pressure spikes. Turn the controller back on and run each zone manually to check for leaks, ...

RENO, Nev. (News 4-Fox 11) — A hard freeze is expected for many areas across northern Nevada and now is the time to ensure your irrigation and sprinkler systems are winterized and shut down.

I’m often asked for my advice about protecting the sprinkler system from freeze-ups during this transition time between seasons, when the weather’s so erratic and unpredictable. When can it be left on ...

Preventing frozen pipes is a lot easier and less risky than thawing frozen pipes. When preparing a home for cold weather, ...

RENO, Nev. (KRNV) — Temperatures are falling drastically which makes it the right time to start winterizing your irrigation system. Truckee Meadows Water Authority is offering two free winterization ...

Though Houston has been treated to mild winter weather so far this year, potential freezing temperatures and extreme winter storms can damage sprinkler systems. Much of Southeast Texas will experience ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is recommending its customers take steps to protect their plumbing and irrigation systems, which can be damaged by a freeze. A freeze ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Frozen pipes can cause a number of problems for homeowners and renters alike, so protecting your pipes from freezing can save a lot of headaches. That is why the Cape Fear ...

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