When trying to get your lawn ready for the summer, sprinkler complications can present a real problem. Any sort of issue with the head, nozzle, etc., will prohibit you from watering your lawn properly. These issues should be fixed immediately, and likely the only thing holding you back is simply not knowing how to repair your sprinkler. Luckily, figuring out what’s wrong typically isn’t hard, and we have five simple solutions.

Water is Emitted in Numerous Locations Simultaneously

A certain level of water has to be emitted out of one valve in order for the others to stay shut. Different sprinklers need different amounts per minute. A low flow could be due to a defective diaphragm, clogged filter or impeller, or degraded water meters. Examine your sprinkler for the former two yourself, and then get into touch with your city’s water department for aid concerning the water meter.

Defective Heads

Anything can run over the heads of your sprinkler and cause them to malfunction. If their movement has become compromised, all you have to do is locate the right sprinkler head to go with your irrigation head. A suitable nozzle allows for precise, uniform spraying, and fortunately, there’s a large variety at your disposal.

Clogged Nozzles

The most obvious indicator or water blockage is if the head stays low and doesn’t give off anything. Different particles can easily gather in the filters since the sprinkler is outside and subject to all kinds of debris. Unclogging a filter requires your water being switched off, the riser being lifted, the nozzle taken out, and the filter being cleansed accordingly.

“Chattering” Post-Installation of the Pump

The length of the wire between the controller and start relay needs to be swapped to prevent further chattering. It probably needs to be longer, so a larger transformer may also be required to prevent the issue. Consider messaging a professional in your city to pinpoint the conflict and offer assistance for resolving it.

The Pump Suddenly Begins Making Noise

If you’ve always had a silent pump, then any noise during spraying indicates that its time for a replacement. The relay has stopped working properly. The relay works based on magnetic forces so a malfunction means its touch locations have began combining chemically with oxygen. This renders it inefficient and emits an audible noise like a buzz. Large levels of water vapor or salt speed up this degradation, making for a notably reduced lifespan. So if you want to fix your beloved sprinkler, then you need to replace the relay.

Contact Berardi Irrigation

If you need assistance diagnosing any of your sprinkler’s malfunctions this season, don’t hesitate to call in the experts! Berardi Irrigation will take care of the issue quickly and efficiently, ensuring that it is working properly without any damage. Fill out an online form or give us a call at 781-828-2029!

 

Living in New England, we know that with each season comes different responsibilities for taking care of your yard. If you use an irrigation system on your lawn, you probably turned it off and winterized it for the season sometime around late November. But now that the snow and cold weather is (hopefully) behind us, you’re probably wondering, what’s the next step? When is an appropriate time to turn the irrigation system back on and start the process towards a green lawn? Here are a few tips to properly turn your system back on.

Check for Frozen Lawn

The best way to tell if its an appropriate time to turn your sprinkler back on, is if the ground is completely thawed. Although a few nice 50 degree days might be enough to melt the piles of snow on the surface, it doesn’t necessarily mean that the ground isn’t still partially frozen. Theoretically, you should be able to dig into the soil about one foot to determine if it’s ready. If you give this a try and realize that you get stopped by frozen ground about halfway down, wait another week or two to try. The worst thing you can do is rush it; Starting your system to early could cause broken water lines if the ground is cold enough.

Inspect Sprinkler Valves

Before turning on the sprinkler, you should check each sprinkler valve to ensure that there are no leaks or damage. You should also take a look at the sprinkler head. If you do find damage, you can buy a new head to replace it. However, more extensive damage might require a repair project where you’d want to hire a professional to ensure the job gets done right.

Turn on Water Slowly

When you’re ready to turn your system on this spring, it’s important to remember that the water needs to be turned on slowly. If it’s done too quickly it can cause a water hammer, which is a high-pressure surge of water, potentially causing a sprinkler head to pop off or fittings to burst. The valves need time to adapt to the pressure, which is why turning on water slowly is crucial.

Contact Berardi Irrigation

If you need assistance turning on your irrigation system this spring, call the experts to ensure it is done properly. Berardi Irrigation serves clients in Canton, Braintree, Hingham, and beyond. Fill out an online contact form or give us a call today at 781-828-2029!

 

With spring around the corner, it is time to start thinking about your yard again. An important part of having a lawn you can be proud of and enjoy this summer is making sure that your yard is getting the proper attention it needs as soon as the ground defrosts. And a great way you can ensure proper lawn care is with the addition of a timer system for your water sprinkler. Here are a few reasons we recommend using a timer for your sprinkler systems. 

Convenience

When it comes to watering your lawn, every gardener knows that the optimal time is right before sunrise. This lowers the chance of water getting evaporated by the sun while simultaneously avoids letting your lawn stay wet all night. But without a water timer, this also means one more addition to an already packed morning routine. With the addition of a water timer, you get all the benefits of knowing your lawn is getting watered at the most effective time of day while saving yourself some time to hit the snooze button one more time on your alarm.

Consistency

Sprinkler timers also provide the benefit of keeping your lawn watered even when you are away from home. Whether on a business trip or a much-needed vacation to the beach, you can rest easy knowing one of your chores is automatic. There is no need to try and nurse your lawn back to health after a weeklong trip in the summer.

Save Water and Money

Another great aspect of sprinkler timers is how they can be set relative to the weather to save water. Some models even have soil moisture sensors that ensure you never need to worry about overwatering or underwatering. Owning a good water system is benefits your lawn’s health, the environment, and your utility bill.  

Contact Berardi Irrigation

Overall, the benefits of setting up your lawn with a timer irrigation system make lawn maintenance much easier than doing the work yourself. Here at Berardi irrigation, we are dedicated to getting your lawn irrigation system up and running every spring so you can stop toiling over your yard work and spend more time enjoying your lawn this summer. Fill out a contact form or give us a call at (781) 828-2029! 

Yes, we know… it’s still December. Snow is probably going to be covering the ground for the foreseeable future, but that doesn’t mean we can’t dream of sunnier days! When the Spring does roll around, why not upgrade your outdoor space with a vegetable garden? Not only will enhance the overall aesthetic, but you’ll get to enjoy some yummy vegetables all season long, too! We have some tips to get you started.

Location

The first step in having a successful vegetable garden will be choosing a prime location. Your garden should be easily accessible, as you’ll need to get to it often for watering, planting, weeding, picking, etc. Finding a spot that has plenty of sunlight is also key for growth. You’ll also want to choose a spot that supports the size garden you desire. If you dream of a large garden filled with all of your favorite vegetables, make sure you choose a spot large enough that the plants will have space to grow and thrive.

Soil

Choosing a good soil is one of the most important factors in starting a flourishing garden. The soil is what provides nutrients to your plants and allows them to grow. It’s also important that the soil is soft enough that the roots can stretch out to soak up as much water as possible. The soil should also allow popular drainage, to avoid water sitting on top or draining too quickly.

Seeds

Investing in quality seeds is key to building your garden from the ground up (literally). Seeds are relatively inexpensive compared to plants, so it’ll allow you to splurge for the best product.

Water

Once you have these details figured out, the icing on the cake to starting a successful garden will be an irrigation system. While you can hand water your garden, it is much more time consuming, and sometimes wasteful. An irrigation system will allow you to water your newly planted vegetables at exactly the same time every day. It will also control how much water is being used, as to not over or underwater.  

Contact Berardi Irrigation

For all of your Irrigation needs next spring, you can count on Berardi Irrigation for quality and timely service! Fill out an online contact form or give us a call today at (781) 828-2029 to learn more about what we offer.