Seasonal Lawn Irrigation Tips
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the sprinkler system on your property has a big part to play when it comes to keeping your lawn and landscape lush and green. If you want your landscape and lawn to be the envy of all that see it, regular watering is an absolute must. That being said, regular use of your sprinklers means sprinkler maintenance should be on your to-do list once fall arrives. This is when a professional irrigation & landscape contractor comes into play. However, before you call out the big guns, here are a few sprinkler maintenance tips for fall that you can try.
Inspect the System
Before any maintenance can be done, it is important to get a good sense of the overall condition of your system. Take a good long look at your irrigation system to see if everything is still in good working order and there are no blockages or leaks. Also, you will need to drain the system of all its water, as the freezing and thaw cycles may result in burst pipes. A professional will look for any damage or wear and tear and shut down the system in the proper manner. Making it safe to survive through the freezing winter months.
Inspect the Property for Potential Issues
The fall is also a good time to take stock of any changes in your landscape that could impact the overall effectiveness of the sprinkler system, so they can be addressed correctly. An important part of the overall inspection is to examine your property for issues that could impact the sprinkler system next season. Things such as severe weather over the summer, animals, and insects can create depressions, holes, or bumps that can often have an adverse effect on the efficiency of your system must be taken care of as part of your fall maintenance program.
If you would like to make an appointment with a professional irrigation & landscape contractor, please feel free to contact Linn's Irrigation LLC at (850) 544-1432 now if you live in the Tallahassee, FL region.