Whether you had your sprinkler system installed by staff or had it professionally installed by a commercial landscape company, you want to do everything you can to ensure the system works well and does its job to keep your business looking great. Unfortunately, even with the best possible installment, issues from age, debris, animal interference and others, can lead to a sprinkler system leak.
If you have a leak, don't despair, they are fairly easy to fix. It is important that they are identified and located as quickly as possible to prevent further damage to the sprinkler system, your landscape, and your budget due to a high water bill.
What to Look For
The easiest sprinkler system leaks to identify are external leaks. These are leaks that show up when the sprinkler is on and functioning. There are two ways to go about this. most sprinkler systems are set up so that the hoses and sprinkler heads are only active when they are pressurized, the only way to see if they are in need of repair or have a leak is to either wait for them to come on or turn each part of the sprinkler system on one at a time manually.
You’ll be able to tell right away if a hose or head has been damaged. They will either be spraying way too much water or very little water at all. In some cases, you might even be able to tell if there is a leak by listening closely. If you hear the sound of running water like you would hear when it runs from a hose, you are probably safe to assume that you have a leak somewhere nearby.
Leaky or damaged sprinkler heads are often caused when dirt or debris gets stuck in one part of the head or another. This can often be taken care of by brushing or rinsing the head off with a brush or hose.
A burst hose on the other hand, will involve a little more work. Depending on where it is broken and how big the break is, it could require just a simple patch or a complete replacement.
The more difficult leaks to detect are those that are underground. Obviously you can’t see these hoses or pipes, so you basically have to keep an eye out for what is left behind. If you notice pooling of water in one particular spot on a regular basis, it’s safe to say there is a leak in the sprinkler system somewhere underground.
Unfortunately, these types of leaks require more work, including digging down to find the leak.
If you suspect that you have a leak in your sprinkler system and need help in finding the leak, call us. We’ll help you locate the leak and suggest options on how to get it fixed right away.
Keep in mind that Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance can Help! Please contact us at; Sales: 623-848-8277 We serve businesses like yours throughout the entire Phoenix Metro Area.
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