Sprinkler Installation: The Basics

2007-03-08 10:33:40

( Garden )



Most homeowners use a lot more water than what their lawn really needs. This is not good for water conservation or for your budget. You waste a lot of water to take care of your landscaping. If you install sprinkler systems, you can water your lawn at the right time in the right amount. This saves your water and your money. Sprinkler installation requires a lot of work and calculations. You need to familiarize yourself with a lot of concepts before you can proceed.

The first thing you have to do is to consult with your local water company about the permits required for sprinkler installation. Your local water company can inform you about backflow prevention so you would not contaminate your household water supply. You also need to check with your local utilities for any underground cables before you do your digging.

You should make a detailed plan before you proceed with your sprinkler installation. You should draw your property from a bird’s eye view perspective. You should provide outlines for your house and other buildings surrounding your property. Do not forget to include major obstacles like trees when doing your drawings. You should also accurately draw the location of your water pump.

Once you have created a detailed view of your property, you should create rectangular sections. You should create sections for different types of plants and shrubberies. You should try to create as many rectangular sections as you can then save the non-rectangular sections for last.

Sprinkler installation requires a lot of planning and calculation. However, after meticulously designing your plan, you can go ahead and install the sprinklers and valves as directed by your landscaping company. It is recommended that you schedule the activation in the early morning as evaporation is minimal and this is the time where your lawn absorbs the most water. A successful sprinkler installation can guarantee a healthy lawn for a lot of years to come.


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