As we enter the last months of summer, think back. Have you taken good care of your yard this summer? Have you seen dead patches of grass, puddles of water, or not-quite-broken-but-not-quite-right sprinkler heads? Don’t worry, there is still plenty of time for you to get your irrigation system up to snuff before the cool weather hits. Here are three tips to help you improve your residential irrigation maintenance practices and turn your yard into a thing of beauty.

1. Install a Timer

One of the easiest ways to make sure you are watering your lawn consistently is to install an irrigation timer. While the most bare-bones systems merely turn your sprinklers on for a set amount of time on whatever days you choose, some fancier models can do even more for your yard. These so-called smart irrigation controllers can sense rain and adjust their watering schedules and times to account for weather, changes in season, and more. Smart irrigation controllers make residential irrigation maintenance a breeze by eliminating the need to analyze these factors and make adjustments manually.

2. Regularly Inspect Your System

They say that the best offense is a good defense, and this is definitely true for residential irrigation maintenance. Noticing problems before they become severe is one of the best things you can do for your sprinkler system, so it is incredibly helpful to inspect your irrigation system regularly for malfunctions and wear. Pay attention to sprinkler heads, drip emitters, pipes, and tubing. Unusual sprinkler patterns, high-pressure misting, and pools of standing water are all warning signs that something is wrong with your system, so keep your eyes peeled and contact a professional for repair.

3. Hire a Professional

Hiring a professional for residential irrigation maintenance, inspection, and repair is one of the best investments you can make for your irrigation system. The experts at Sposato Irrigation are ready to help you optimize your irrigation system, outdoor lighting, and more. We offer irrigation maintenance plans to help take the weight off of your shoulders and ensure that your lawn looks its best. Our professional staff are knowledgeable and experienced. Contact us today and take the first step towards having the yard of your dreams!

Choose Sposato Irrigation

Sposato Irrigation is uniquely positioned to offer high-quality, affordable, and reliable irrigation services to homeowners and business owners in Sussex County, Milton, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island, Ocean View, Millsboro, Dagsboro, and Ocean City, MD. Thanks to our expertise, innovation and decades of professional experience, we can meet the needs of large properties and small gardens. To learn more about our irrigation installation, LED landscape lighting, and commercial irrigation maintenance services, contact us today. We can be reached at 302-645-4773. Also, check us out on Facebook and Twitter.