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How To Winterize Your Sprinkler System

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, ...
Sprinklers, which spray water into the air where it is easily evaporated or lost to the wind, are inherently inefficient. They spread water over large areas, regardless of whether there are roots ...
We turn this week to mechanical issues, but not the kind related to your setup or your swing. Our focus is sprinkler systems. Fairways have them. Front lawns, too. And while these systems vary in ...
A well-working sprinkler/drip system is important anywhere, but in Arizona’s desert climate, it’s almost a necessity. D&L Sprinkler Service offers some tips that can save water and money. Q: Why does ...