Summer is going by fast, and for most of us, that means that our sprinkler system has been open for several weeks now. With summer being one of the heaviest seasons for sprinkler systems, you should have a good idea about how your irrigation system is operating and whether there are any major problems that need to be addressed. However, there are also some signs you may not know to watch out for that can indicate a problem, even if your system is still operating.
Even if your sprinkler system is running, there could still be warning signs that there’s an underlying problem. These can include:
If your sprinkler system is not reaching all the same spots as it used to, or if water is pooling in one spot while other spots are completely missed, this can be a sign that your sprinkler system may have an issue. If left untreated, this can lead to parts of your lawn not getting the water they need, while other spots could get overwatered.
If you are finding pools of water around the valves or sprinkler heads, or notice that water is coming out of places in your system other than the sprinkler heads when the system is in use, you may have a leak or damaged spot in your sprinkler line that needs to be repaired.
Even if you don’t see a sign of a problem, if you’re noticing it’s becoming more expensive to run your sprinkler system, there could be a leak or other problem that you can’t see with it. If you’re seeing a major increase in your water bill for the months you’re running your irrigation system compared to previous years, contact Complete Coverage Irrigation to talk about a sprinkler system inspection.
Sprinkler heads not receiving adequate water at times can indicate an issue. If your sprinkler system is sputtering at times and struggling to keep an even, consistent flow of water reaching your lawn, you should talk to the irrigation system experts at CCI.
If only some of your sprinkler heads turn on when your system is in operation, this is a big sign that there is something wrong with part of your system. Your irrigation system should be set up to provide every area of your lawn with the right amount of moisture, and if parts of your system aren’t activating, parts of your lawn won’t be adequately covered.
Consistently weak water flow from your sprinkler system can point to a major problem with your irrigation system. Weak water pressure leads to your lawn not receiving enough hydration, affecting how well it grows. An irrigation expert like the ones at Complete Coverage Irrigation can determine the cause of low water pressure, and how to best solve it.
Buzzing or other new sounds while your irrigation system is in operation can mean an issue with your system’s relay system, and can eventually lead to many of the problems listed above. These or other sounds can indicate that the system is struggling to keep up, and could eventually experience more problems or fail.
If you’re concerned about potential problems with your irrigation system in Windsor and Essex County, contact Complete Coverage Irrigation. We’ve been proudly serving residential and commercial customers in Windsor and Essex County for over thirty years, and our experts are here to diagnose and take care of a wide variety of problems with your sprinkler system. To learn more, contact us or call us today at (519) 791-1666.
