Retrofitting an Old System With Modern Heads
You may not need a new sprinkler system to get better coverage and lower water use. Here is how a head retrofit works on…
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You may not need a new sprinkler system to get better coverage and lower water use. Here is how a head retrofit works on…
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Clogged emitters are the most common drip irrigation complaint. Here is why they clog in Dallas beds and how to clean, replace, and prevent…
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Backflow assemblies on sprinkler systems need periodic testing by a qualified tester. Here is what a test involves, who can perform it, and when…
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Puddles after the sprinklers run can come from overwatering, a leak, low-head drainage, or poor grading. Here is how to tell which one you…
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The backflow preventer is the part of a Dallas sprinkler system most likely to crack in a freeze. Here is how to protect it…
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Dallas assigns watering days by the last digit of your street address. Here is how the even and odd schedule works in practice, including…
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A mainline break leaks around the clock; a lateral break leaks only when its zone runs. Here is how to tell which one you…
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The Rain Bird ESP-TM2 is a common controller in Dallas garages. Here are practical setup tips for programs, start times, days, seasonal adjust, and…
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When one sprinkler zone stays silent, the cause could be the controller, wiring, solenoid, or valve. Here is a step-by-step way to find it.
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You replaced the broken head, but water still shoots up or bubbles around it. Here are the hidden causes, from cracked risers and tees…
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