Save Time, Money, And Energy With An Installed Yard Irrigation System

By Rebecca Hall


Most people look at the task of building a lawn irrigation system with dread. The dread that they feel can often lead them to call in the professionals for a job they could well do themselves. Installing a lawn irrigation system is quite a bit of serious work, but it's straightforward enough that anyone handy about the house could complete the job themselves and pat themselves on the back for a job well done. Let us look at how it is done with a drip yard irrigation system.

Lawn irrigation systems are nothing new, but until recent years, many people saw them as something only used by places such as golf courses or perhaps only in neighborhoods of the elite. However, this is no longer the case. Today, even the average homeowner can have a lawn watering system installed so that they can enjoy that beautiful, healthy lawn.

Not sure if a lawn watering system is worth the investment? Then consider these benefits of having one installed. Your lawn will always look great, from the beginning of the season and beyond. No more need to hide your head in shame when you see your neighbor's great looking lawn.

With an underground watering system, you certainly do have a lot more work going in, but you're rewarded with more aesthetically pleasing results. There's nothing above ground to see except a beautiful green lawn. There is a certain amount of additional efficiency to using an underground drip watering system.

Your water bills will lower as you won't be wasting water by watering unevenly or watering the street in front of your home because the sprinkler had to far a reach! You can even set your system to water when you aren't home or at times best suited to your grass and climate. They can also be set to adjust for drought situations or water conservation periods.

Next, you'll need to refer to the pipe friction loss charts to determine what size pipe you'll need for the system to work properly. 1" class 160 pipe (thin-wall pipe) can carry up to 16 gallons per minute without exceeding 5 feet per second velocity.

High temps, strong winds and low humidity that go with long dry spells can cause these symptoms. Water your lawn when these signs show up. Waiting longer could cause damage that could never be relieved. Early morning is the most preferred time to water your lawn. Winds usually are calm so less water evaporates, and then the foliage dries off through the day.

With the lawn irrigation system targeting the roots of a lawn and decreasing run-off, a homeowner is also helping their surrounding environment. A homeowner develops a personal relationship with their lawn and knowing the slope, the soil, and the needs of your lawn is a first step to having a beautiful lawn all summer long. A healthy lawn helps the air, the surrounding yards, and even supplies for the birds and other plants that accumulate around the home.




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