Irrigation
One of the most common misconceptions regarding irrigation systems is that they are automatic. Most systems do include a programmable time clock to control the days and times that the system operates however that is just the tip of the iceberg when you consider all of the variables that can affect the operation of your irrigation system. Constant monitoring of your lawn and shrubs is imperative to ensure their long term survival in the battle against pests, disease and weather considerations. After installation of your lawn, shrubs and trees, the irrigation time-clock is programmed to water daily on average of 10-45 minutes per zone, based upon your lot conditions. This is done to ensure plants, trees and sod receive an adequate amount of water during the adjustment period. Once the adjustment period has passed, you must re-program the controller to water accordingly to your local municipalities watering guidelines and your lot conditions. You are the 1st line of defense in recognizing and responding to any changes in your landscape.
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Regular homeowner maintenance activities are as follows:
- Cleaning of nozzles and screens in heads
- Adjustment of heads
- Elevating heads as sod or shrubs grow
- Repair of damaged or vandalized heads
- Bi-annual rain sensor replacement
- Monitoring time clock schedules
- Back flow device cleaning and inspection
- Monitoring specific areas in lot to determine quality and frequency of water application.
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The following is a list of major
irrigation components:
- Timer/time clock
- 1" Solenoid valves
- Backflow preventer if required by county)
- Shrub riser heads (shrub areas)
- Rotary heads (turf areas)
- Automatic rain sensor