In this context, an irrigation system that receives proper maintenance will help keep your yard nice and green. But just like any other systems, it may develop certain problems and therefore result in poor irrigation and high bills on the water used. Herein, some common problems with irrigation systems are discussed & about such issues and techniques, which are helpful for substituting these problems and for maintaining your irrigation system efficiently. Let me explain how you go about diagnosing problems and making needed changes to continue to enhancing the performance of the system.
Start with the Basics: Check for Leaks and Obstructions
When diagnosing your irrigation system, one of the first things to determine as to whether you are experiencing a clogging issue or a leaking problem. When a leak is detected, large amounts of water may be required to clear the central system, even if only a small amount is lost at a time. Go through your sprinkler heads and durable pipes looking out for signs of any damage that may have occurred. If you so much as find a crack and water is seeping through, fixing it is the best bet since you do not want to water your plants unnecessarily or have your water go to waste.
Further, to this, it is increased occurrences by items such as dirt, debris, or grass clippings clogging your system. Remove any dust or dirt that can be seen on the heads of the sprinkler and clean the nozzle’s openings. As with nozzles, you may clean or replace the nozzles when clogged to guarantee that your sprinklers water your landscape evenly.
Test Your Water Pressure
Pressure differs from water flow in that pressure results from energy that is distributed throughout the pipe network while water flow emphasizes the amount of water that is distributed at any one time in the pipe network. The problem of low water pressure can result in inadequate coverage and overpressure can cause damage to pipes and heads of sprinkler systems. It is also advised to use a pressure gauge in order to know if the water pressure falls within the suitable level in your system. In case of fluctuating pressure it may show some problem with regard to the water supply, valves or the design of the system.
High water pressure means that you may need to fit a pressure reducer as a precaution against putting the system at risk of harm. On the other hand, if the pressure is low, you may be required to check the settings of the irrigation system and s if there are any damages such as leaking pipe that could be causing low water pressure.
Inspect and Adjust Sprinkler Heads
Every irrigation system has sprinkler heads and if these are not properly set it will only be a waste of the irrigation system. Sprinkler heads can become misaligned or damaged over the years and can also become clogged. It is always a possibility that your lawn or garden will be under irrigated in some regions leading to patchy dry regions.
Never assume that all sprinkler heads are aimed at the right area, always take your time and set it right. If there is any sprinkler that is faulty and spraying water in a wrong place replace it with a new one inorder to save water. Also, the advised sprinkler spray width should be adjusted to the particular demands of your yard and garden. For instance, the rotating heads can be installed in large zones while the pop-up heads can be installed in small zones in order to make efficient the water distribution.
Review Timer and Controller Settings
On this note, a timer or controller is an essential part of your irrigation system as it determines the frequency that the plants receive water. Too much or too little water is not always good for your plants and thus requires adjustments to make them more suitable for the current season and the general growing condition of your landscape.
Make a check for the timer configuration and see whether it is on the correct desired watering time. For instance, if your system is outside, during winter, your system may water less frequently than during summer when the temperatures are high. Advanced controllers within many of today’s systems allow for flexibility in changing watering schedules in response to weather trends; this saves water, which is essential for maintaining your landscaping.
Upgrade to Smart Irrigation Technology
If this is still not sufficient for you then you should go for smart irrigation technology in order to get the best result. Such developed systems rely on weather data, moisture sensors on the soil as well as real-time feedback to allow automatic changes to the watering schedule. Smart systems not only enhance productivity but can also assist in cutting down your consuming bills for water since you cannot overwater a plant.
It is also possible to invest in smart irrigation systems so that your system can be run efficiently . A large number of smart controllers use smartphone apps as a way to remotely control the irrigation system. This convenience aids in checking whether your system is indeed functioning properly if you are not at home.
Call in an Irrigation System Service Professional
If you have exhausted all troubleshooting measures or if you just want to be absolutely certain that your system is fine tuned and running as efficiently as possible it is probably best to consult a professional. A professional service provider for irrigation systems can quickly assess your system, whether there are issues, and suggest ways to rectify it.
Whether it is fixing broken parts or tweaking pressure and settings a service guarantees the proper function of your irrigation system. A technician may schedule a maintenance visit for your unit so that they will advise you when it will need replacement part, and hence, avoid extra costs while keeping your lawns or garden green.
Conclusion
By analyzing the techniques discussed above, it is very important to efficiently address and enhance all common problems with irrigation systems to conserve water. In general, there three simple steps a person could follow that would help to maintain a proper functioning of the irrigation system: First, turn the sprinkler system on and check for any leakage, second, inspect the sprinkler heads, adjust the water pressure, and third, adjust the timer settings. If this is going to be pursued a notch higher, smart technology in irrigation can also be adopted to boost the efforts for better performance besides wasting water. If you face any problem, you should not hesitate in seeking the help of an irrigation system service professional to help you with your system.
