a series of water supply lines and sprinkler heads are buried underground and run by a control panel. When the system turns on, water moves through the lines, causing the heads to pop up. They water for a desig
Clean or replace sprinkler heads as needed, and make any necessary repairs. Creating a PVC pipe sprinkler system for your lawn is a manageable DIY project that can save you money on water bills and help maintain a lush and healthy garden. With proper planning and installation, you can enjoy...
K-Rain sprinkler systems come with simple adjustment methods to ensure your lawn gets the right amount of coverage without wasting water. You can adjust each sprinkler head so all zones in your yard get water. Many adjustments call for K-Rain's K-key tool, but you can use a small flat-...
A pop-up sprinkler head is one of the most commonly used sprinkler types for lawn irrigation. As the name implies, the head of the sprinkler rises or pops up out of the ground when water pressure is added. You can quickly adjust the angle or spray pattern of the sprinkler by following ...
Flag your sprinklersto prevent accidental damage. You may want to reuse your sprinkler heads for your new lawn, or you can convert existing sprinkler locations to adrip irrigation systemfor a more eco-friendly landscape. Call 811at least three days before you dig so a team can come out and...
An in-ground sprinkler system can help you maintain a beautiful, lush lawn and flowers. However, sometimes as your yard matures and changes, trees or other objects can block the spray from your sprinkler heads. When this happens, the easiest thing to do is relocate the head. There are two...
How to Avoid stripping gears on a Rain Bird sprinkler head By getexcellent Dec 4, 2010 Tools & Equipment WonderHowTo Avoid stripping the gears in your Rain Bird 5000 Series Rotor Sprinkler Heads by never turning the turret against the turn. Sean Stefan from Sprinkler Daddy explains in this...
system layout. This includes identifying the areas that need irrigation, such as grassy lawns or landscaped gardens, and deciding on the most effective placement for sprinkler heads to cover these areas evenly. Factors like soil type, slope, and plant type also play a role in determining the ...
You can test soil pH by shipping samples to a lab or using a home testing kit. Let’s go over how to test the soil pH of your lawn and the benefits of both methods. In this article: Sending a Soil Sample to a Lab Tools and Materials Step 1: Make a Map Step 2: Clear Organic ...
There are a number of common reasons that sprinkler heads can break. Physical damage caused by lawn mowers or foot traffic can cause the heads to crack or snap off. Clogged heads can also be a problem, especially if the nozzles become obstructed by dirt or other debris. Finally, water pre...