Atlanta Irrigation System Repairs

We are still continuing to receive a large volume of calls for irrigation sprinkler system repairs and restorations. When contacting an irrigation company in Atlanta be sure to give them as much information as you can about your system and what it's doing or should I say, not doing. This will help to speed up the process of getting your system repaired.

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Be smart when watering..take a look at your irrigation system frequently, even this time of year, to be sure it is working properly. You will need to especially look for leaky heads, heads that need adjusting,standing water, pipe or valve leaks and things of that nature. These types of irrigation repairs, if you wait til the Spring, could end up costing your more due to additional damage ths winter.

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Why wait until spring to fix or upgrade your irrigation system? There's no good reason. Your irrigation system can be repaired or upgraded, heads moved, replaced, etc. prior to winter shut-down so that when you start your system up in the spring your irrigation system will be ready to go. Since spring is our busiest time of the year, you may have to wait several days or even a week or more to get on most irrigation companies' schedules. Be ready ahead of time by doing your irrigation system upgrade and repairs this fall.

Looks like we have some more rain on the way once again I am reminded of the importance of irrigation rain sensors. This is a small investment in saving water in the event of a sporadic shower or rainfall. How many times have you seen a sprinkler system running during the rain? Have you wondered why that is happening? Most likely because that system doesn't have a rain sensor. If you don't have one, I encourage you today to inquire about getting one with an irrigation company in Atlanta. Not only will it save you money, save water waste but will help to conserve water as well.

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What could happen if I dont winterize my irrigation system? If you don't winterize your system, heads and pipes can crack because of water remaining in the lines. If you are using a pump, the pump can crack too for the very same reason. It doesn't cost much to winterize a system. If you're thinking that we live in the south and dont need to do this-dont forget it freezes here too! If your goal is to save money by not getting it winterized, this could backfire. (Repairs could be costly and time consuming.)

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Whether your considering a new irrigation system or looking to have an existing system repaired, your choice of irrigation companies will have an impact on the longevity of your irrigation system.
On a new irrigation system, ask about minimum state requirements such as rain sensors & backflows. On an irrigation system repair, ask about warranties as well as if anything can increase the efficiency of your irrigation system.

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While most irrigation system pipes should be below the frost line in Georgia, it is still important to have your irrigation system winterized because you never know what kind of winter we are going to have here in Georgia. Particularly important are you valves because while they are underground they are still exposed and those connection points have a tendency to be the first area of breaks after a cold winter.

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Thinking about a new irrigation system for your new landscape? Be sure that your irrigation company not only looks at the landscape plan but checks out the property to gain knowledge of site conditions (slope, soil, etc.) as well as checking your static water pressure and flow rate. Failing to check all these things before installing a new irrigation system could result in an inefficient, water-hogging sprinkler system.

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So you don't think you need to winterize your irrigation system? At least do these couple of things, shut off the water. Run your system for about 30 sec to clear as much water as possible. Unplug your controller. You aren't fully protected as you would be with a professional winterization but it's better than nothing. If you don't have a separate shut off for your irrigation system, your system is really at risk in the winter because water remains in the pipe. Consider having a shutoff installed.

Drought watch moves closer to metro Atlanta

Yesterday the city of Griffin banned ALL outdoor watering beginning Friday. With almost 60% of your total water usage going towards outdoor watering, we can all help to reduce water usage while we water our grass, flowers, etc. Water efficient irrigation systems have products like sprinkler heads, nozzles, soil sensors & smart controllers that can reduce your usage and give your lawn the precise amount of water needed. Over 90% of people over-water! Consider doing your part to help keep the water flowing & flowers growing.

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People ask us every day if here in the south you "really" need to winterize your irrigation system. Our answer 'yes' - because you never know what kind of winter we will have. Winterizing your irrigation syatem will increase the longevity of the system and lower the chances of problems next spring. Its always better to be cautious and preventive measures can save you lots of $$$ in repairs!

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I wanted to remind you guys how important "service AFTER the sale" is. We have some customers who call with newly installed irrigation systems with a warranty. They have a problem that needs to be fixed and can't get in contact with the company that did the work. They have called numerous times and no one has called them back. Now they have called us and we are going to try to help them out-but it really should be done totally free under their warranty through the original company. So keep in mind when choosing a company for your new irrigation system the importance of Service After the Sale.

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When your searching for an irrigation repair company, ask about warranties on work they are performing and their level of experience. Anybody can throw pipe in a truck and buy supplies at home improvement stores and call themselves doing irrigation. My company is a member of the Irrigation Association, Georgia Green Industry Association, Hunter Silver Preferred Contractor, Rainbird Select Contractor as well as has over 10 years experience in installation, design and repair of irrigation systems throughout northern Georgia. Don't be fooled - call a real expert first.

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We completed our new irrigation system installation in McDonough yesterday and the newbie learned a little about "pressure" and "flow" and how they relate to an irrigation system. Upon completion of the installation, our guys found that we had no "flow". Flow is the actual water flowing through the pipes. The odd thing was we had adequate pressure (the force at which the water should flow) but no flow and that is virtually impossible. The only way this can happen is if there is a blockage somewhere. Our guys found it at the water meter and our customer is on her way to a beautiful landscape!

Irrigation Systems Atlanta-Soil Sensors

Did you notice your irrigation system running even after all of the rain we just had? Soil sensors can eliminate over-watering and reduce your water bill. They also typically work well with existing systems. These wireless sensors are placed in the ground at root level in each sprinkler zone. They measure soil moisture and temperature day and night. The measurements are transmitted to a base station which is connected to the irrigation system controller. When the soil has adequate moisture (whether from rain or from the irrigation system) the sensors will restrict the system from watering in that zone. Wow-now that's what I call getting to the "root" of the problem!

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This is an excellent time of year to get your new irrigation system installed. If you've been thinking about getting an irrigation system, fall is a great time to do so that your yard is ready for next spring. Ask to make sure your irrigation company is complying with state regulations (backflow prevention & rain sensor) and about warranties.

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Today we are starting a new irrigation system installation in McDonough. Our customer had some landscape items added to her yard (flowers, bushes, etc.) and was watering them manually with a water hose and sprinkler. The weather got horribly hot and it just got to be too much for her plus the new additions were beginning to suffer. The customer will now be able to revive the dried up landscape and I am sure she will be very pleased at the ease and efficiency she will soon be able to enjoy from her new irrigation system.