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Getting Your Irrigation System Ready for Spring

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Spring is here and it’s that time of year when you replenish, refresh and rejuvenate. That can mean giving new life to your garden and lawn by having the irrigation system to hydrate your soil and replenish your plants so they can look lush and beautiful. After all, flowers, grass and trees need a combination of water and sunshine to flourish. Spring is the time when you want colors to brighten the environment, and blooming flowers and vibrant lawns can make spring come to life. So, how do you get your irrigation system ready for spring?

Dewinterize Your Sprinkler System First

In the winter, when you shut down the sprinkler system, you essentially put the system in hibernation until the next season. Underground sprinkler systems are often operated on an automated setting, a seemingly effortless process. However, preparing an underground sprinkler system for winter can be challenging to do well, just as much as it can be to reopen the system. One thing that you always want to avoid is hitting the sprinkler heads when you cut the lawn, which is perhaps the easy part of the maintenance process. Spring dewinterization of your sprinkler system can take upwards of two hours, although property size, sprinkler heads and the state of the sprinkler system. 

How to Get Your Irrigation System Ready

  1. Check if the Ground is Frozen

Is winter conditions really over on the ground? You will have to check to see if the ground is still frozen. To check, dig roughly one foot into the soil using a shovel into the soil and if your shovel hits frozen ground, it’s best to wait a couple of weeks before performing another dig test. It is unwise to start your sprinkler system if the ground remains frozen; this could cause a breakage of the water lines while the sprinkler system is being fired up, or some time later when the still cold ground freezes the water and causes the water line to break. If you must water your lawn, use a good old hose to do the job and do not risk permanent damage to your irrigation system.

 

  1. Fire Up Your Control Panel

The control panel works like the brain of our sprinkler system and this is where dewinterization gets a jump start. Commonly installed outdoors, you will want to start up the control panel and check out the actual settings for features like date, scheduling and irrigation zones. Check to see if you need to replace the battery if older than six months. It may be possible to find your sprinkler system’s original documentation online using the panel’s model number if you don’t have it on hand.

 

  1. Clean Sprinkler Heads

You will need to inspect and clean your sprinkler heads and valves, which can be a time consuming process, especially if your lawn is large. At each sprinkler head assembly, inspect for damages, and if present on the nozzle, get it replaced. If extensive damage exists to the entire sprinkler head assembly, the best solution may be to get professional help to do the repairs. If the damage is minimal, perform a thorough cleaning of the nozzle using an old toothbrush. You want your sprinkler’s spray pattern to be normal so it waters the lawn evenly. You want to keep the sprinkler valve that is farthest from the main water source open and remove the sprinkler nozzle to enable the release of air when the water is turned on. Remove the nozzle of the last sprinkler on each branch line and open the valve if your irrigation system has multiple branches that feed off a main line.

 

  1. Open the Main Valve to Start Your Sprinkler System

Gradually open the main water valve, being mindful not to be quick in doing so, which could push water and air through the system too fast. This could cause the “water hammer” effect, which can result in crack pipes, valve breakage and damage to the sprinkler heads that could get knocked off their position entirely. Begin opening the main valve slowly and listen for the water flow, then allow the water to feed into the main pipe. Every couple of minutes, open the valve wider by a few degrees until it’s completely open. If you have a system with multiple  branch lines, you will need to repeat the process at each line’s main valve after the main line is filled with water. Assess the faraway sprinkler valves after that process is completed and ensure that dirt and debris buildup in the line is pushed out. Close the valve once the water clears up, remembering to refasten the nozzle.

 

  1. Assess the Irrigation Zones

At this stage, your sprinkler system is set for its first spring watering. Make any adjustments to the sprinkler nozzles, if necessary, and check the irrigation of all your zones, one after the other, looking for even spray patterns. You want to ensure that your lawn is adequately watered. When the irrigation system is started, check for malfunctioning sprinkler heads, low water pressure and soggy spots. This is when you’ll identify if you have a line breakage, which would require you to shut off the main valve until repair is completed. Complete a final walk-through inspection of each zone when your irrigation system is fully activated. If all is as it should be, your irrigation system is ready for spring. 

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For all your irrigation needs, Berardi Irrigation has a team of skilled professionals that can help you to get your irrigation system ready for spring. We offer reliable service that you can always depend on. With us, your lawn or garden will be in tip-top shape this spring.

What are the Best Pop-up Sprinkler Heads?

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If you have a garden, you must water it so it grows well and looks fresh. However, keeping track of watering is a struggle. The easiest way to water your garden is with pop up sprinkler heads.

In this article, we will tell you about some of the best sprinkler heads you can find in the market.

5000 Rotor Sprinkler Heads from Rain Birds

If you are into gardening, you must know about rotor sprinklers. They are some of the most powerful sprinklers in the market right now.

 If you have a huge garden, in that case, these will suit you the best because they have arc rotation of 40-360 degree rotation. Rainbird features rotation in full circles with a 25-50 feet radius. Its strong motor ensures hassle-free watering.  

Their manufacturing is super strong, so you will not need to change them frequently. It has an advanced design that makes sure that water spread in multiple ranges. It is eco-friendly and saves. It has a very straightforward installation.

Ultra Rotor Sprinkler Heads from Hunter GPG

These sprinkler heads are also ideal for larger garden areas. They have a water spraying range of 50-360 degrees. You can put the sprinklers in a full-circle setting, and they will water your entire garden in no time.

They ultra rotor comes with gear drivers, which make them more resistant to dirty water. Maintenance is quite low because you will not have to clean the sprinklers often. The assembly of the sprinklers is straightforward.

A single unit of hunter comes with five heads with a few adjustable arcs and 2.5 nozzles and adjuster tool. If you still struggle with putting the whole thing together, then you can also get instructions from the setup instruction manual.

The model is water-saving because it comes with powerful motors. The sprinkler heads rise very high, so they throw the water efficiently. Even though it is adjusting angles in very difficult with these, they come with a ready-to-use pack that makes the work easy.

Final Feedback

The pop-up sprinklers will help you with watering your garden easily and more efficiently. When you water manually, you will be wasting a lot of water, since the sprinklers have high pressure, so you will also save water. The water sprinklers are more manageable, and they are very durable. The manufacturers use high-quality materials to make the sprinklers, which means they will last you very long.

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Landscape Lighting Can Change Your Entire Yard

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If you want to elevate the curb appeal and security of your house, then landscape light is a low-key way to do that. The landscape lights will look elegant, and they will let you see in the darker areas of your garden.

You can use landscape lights to give your house a stunning backdrop in the day and night hours. They have a very functional design. They provide security and design in the same place.

When you plan to get the landscape lighting, think about why you are getting the lights in the first place, because there is a whole range of lighting that you can get, for various occasions.

Illuminate You Front and Backyard

Most people spend most of their time in their backyard. You can extend your living space by illuminating your patio. Most people do not use their patio for the reason that their patio does not have light. The outdoor light enhances the ambiance.

Landscape lighting will make your outdoor ambiance super comfortable. It will be perfect for a cozy romantic night or having tea before sleeping.

Security

Landscape lighting works perfectly if you low-key want to increase the security of your house. It will light all the dark places in your background. You can see your kids playing outside and also see if an intruder is entering.

Your driveway and patio might have uneven places. In such places, you need some lights. The landscape lighting will work correctly for these places. It will reduce the risk of tripping, slipping, and twisting an ankle.

Curb Appeal

Landscape lighting is the best way to improve the curb appeal of your house. The lighting will make your home look more sophisticated. The houses, which have decent curb appeal, also sell for more. The national association of homebuilders says 41% of buyers purchase homes based on what they look like from the outside. Moreover, adding lights is the best way to improve your house’s curb appeal.

Final Feedback

Landscape lighting is ideal for any house. If you want to increase your security, or you want to elevate the curb appeal of your house. They also help with increasing the value of your house. They will save you from small injuries and let you know when the guest is coming. They look super elegant and a very low-key and efficient way to get some extra features.
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Choosing an Irrigation System

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For the average person, about 30% of their water bill is from outdoor use. This should be a good reason to add some water-saving tactics to your landscape regime. Planting native plants as well as ones that can tolerate drought is a good way to reduce your need for supplemental irrigation. You’ll still need an efficient way to irrigate when you need to, especially for veggie gardens. Luckily, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to irrigation systems nowadays. It all depends on how much you’re willing to budget and what you think is needed for your lawn or yard.

In-Ground Sprinklers

If you are planning on adding in-ground irrigation, wait until your plants are in the ground already to make sure that the head delivers the right amount of water needed. Also make sure to separate plants by how much water they need. Lawn sprinklers should be in a separate area than perennials and shrubs because they don’t have high water needs.

Rain Harvesting

Putting rain barrels or cisterns to collect rain water can reduce your water bill and is better for the environment by bringing down the amount of runoff storm water. Rain barrels are a cheap option and easy to add to a landscape. Cisterns, which go under decks or patios, need excavation and an electrical hookup to use the pump. That needs to incorporated into the design from the start.

Above-Ground Sprinklers

Above-ground sprinklers are one of the most popular methods for irrigating big, open areas such as lawns. This is a cheap option to irrigate your lawn, and they come in stationary, rotating, and oscillating models.

Drip Irrigation

Drip irrigation gives plants small amounts of water over a period of time. This slower process allows water to get deeper into the soil to get to the roots of the plants. This is an efficient way to water shrubs and perennials. Drip irrigation work to irrigate specific plants and reduce water waste.

Soaker Hose

A soaker hose, like drip irrigation, lets water seep slowly into soil over a long period of time. There are small holes inserted throughout the hose while lets smaller amounts of water to trickle out as needed. Soaker hoses come in different lengths which allows you to water at long distances. These hoses are great because they can be hidden under soil, or set above ground.

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Berardi Irrigation provides irrigation systems, landscape lighting, and more. We want you to be able to maintain the best lawn in your neighborhood! Give us a call at 781-828-2029 or fill out our contact form. We look forward to working with you on installing the perfect irrigation system to fit your needs.

How Landscape Lighting Effects Lawn Care

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If you own a home, you will benefit from landscape lighting. Some homeowners worry that the process of installing landscape lighting will damage their lawn and cause issues. It doesn’t matter if you use an installation service because professionals know what they’re doing and how to properly install the outdoor electricity.

Burying the Wires

One of the first steps in having landscape lighting that doesn’t destroy your lawn is burying the wires. Professionals who will be installing the wires will know how to properly do it without ruining the grass. They will bury the wires and know where to find the right place to dig and place them so that there will not be any future issues, and be able to find them if there is anything wrong. Lighting professionals know how deep to dig in order to bury the wiring and the best way to get the wire from the lighting to a transformer nearby.

Quality of the Lights

There are many varieties of lights that you can have installed for your lawn. There are well lights, which lay flat on the ground. You might think you can’t mow over them with a lawnmower, but it’s actually safe to do so. Routine lawn maintenance in general don’t do anything to them. These types of lights are usually used for lighting trees or columns in commercial settings.

Another type of light is path lights. These are usually placed on the edge of lawns, leading the pathway. This makes it easy to avoid when mowing the lawn or doing any other type of yard work.

Spotlights are also another option. These are usually pointed at something in your yard that you want to focus on. Sometimes it’s a tree, or even a wreath on your house around the holidays. Spotlights are probably the type of lighting you need to worry about the most. Usually, these are placed in the middle of the lawn.

Placement of the Lighting and Telling Your Lawn Care Provider

If you recently have had landscape lighting installed at your home and use a lawn care service, let them know before the start working on your yard. You don’t want them running over light fixtures that weren’t there the last time they worked on your lawn. They will appreciate the heads up, and it will save you from having broken lights.

Landscape lighting won’t negatively affect your lawn as long as you cautious with the way they are installed. There are ways to do it yourself, but this is something to leave up to the professionals if you want them coming out looking and working their best!

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Berardi Irrigation can provide you and your home with amazing landscape lighting to enhance your yard’s features. Contact us today either by phone or filling out our contact page. We look forward to hearing from you!

 

 

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