DENVER — As the grass begins to turn green across the state, many are wondering when is the best time to turn on a sprinkler system. Denver Water recommends waiting until after the last freeze, ...
Calibrating or determining the rate of water your sprinkler system applies is an easy job. Here’s how to do it: Obtain 5 to 10 straight-sided empty cans such as tuna fish or soup cans. Place the ...
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Spring is here, and homeowners are thinking about their landscaping. On average, 70% of water consumption at home is from the irrigation system. Let’s make sure our systems are optimized for maximum ...
DENVER — As the grass begins to turn green across Colorado, many are wondering when is the best time to turn on a sprinkler system for the summer season. Denver officially reached 80 degrees for the ...
When leaves start changing on the trees, it's time to start turning your attention to preparing your yard, trees and sprinkler system for colder weather. Here are top tips on how to properly winterize ...
If your lawn has seen better days, before you invest in treatments or new equipment, check your irrigation system.
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How to Winterize Your Sprinkler System

Winterizing sprinklers is especially important if you live in an area where it dips below freezing. When that happens, any water in the pipes, valves and other components can freeze, which will damage ...