A sprinkler pipe is a type of pipe that carries water to a sprinkler, like one that is found in an irrigation system or a fire...
3. The water sprinkler controller stops working: Here are four main problems that could cause your controller to stop working: it fails to keep time, your timer dial may not be turning, your controller won’t turn in the manual mode, or the controller fails to operate in the auto mode....
Valves are the heart of any irrigation system. They regulate the distribution of water throughout the entire system. A leaky valve will waste water, and increase your water bill. Visually inspect each valve to make sure they are operating properly. Before turning on any water to the system, ...
Start at that sprinkler and try to find the valve nearby. The cheapest and easiest way to find buried irrigation valves is often to probe the soil with a thin rod, such as a long screwdriver. Often you can estimate the rough location of the irrigation valve, then find a buried valvebox ...
Valves Every sprinkler system relies on valves to control the flow of water to individual zones. A broken valve can mean water will not shut off automatically. When this happens, try turning the tab or ring on the black solenoid on top of the valve clockwise until the water shuts off. Thi...
Step 1: Turn the sprinkler head counterclockwise to detach it, then turn the valve on for about 5 minutes. This will flush the system and clear out the valves. Step 2: Replace each sprinkler head after. Pro Tip: Mark the nozzle’s position with a grease pencil so you don’t have to...
Drain back valves cost$2 to $4each. In areas where frequent and prolonged freezes occur, drain back valves may be required. These valves are placed at the end of each line, particularly in lower-lying areas. They will automatically release any standing water when the sprinkler is not in us...
1) Not blowing out and winterizing the sprinkler system, or performing the winterizing process incorrectly. 2) Hiring inexperienced and/or non-licensed sprinkler repair companies. 3) Turning the sprinkler system on in March or April and the temperature drops ...
(common) terminal, and the other wire to an individual zone port (1 to 8). For multiple valves, one wire from each valve is combined together and goes to the COM terminal; the other wire goes to an individual zone port. If you are not sure, ask a landscaper or go to a home ...
VALVES VALVES Valves are the heart of your system, controlling the flow of water to your zones and turning on and off as directed by your timer or controller. This mechanical component is powered by low voltage wiring. Read More LANDSCAPE LIGHTING ...