Corrosion in sprinkler system piping can be a costly problem if leaks occur, causing damage to the interior of a structure, according to Matt Klaus, Principal Fire Protection Engineer with the ...

Close any open drain valves or test cocks. Open the sprinkler water supply valve. Do this slowly to avoid pressure spikes. Turn the controller back on and run each zone manually to check for leaks, ...

Drip irrigation applies water through small holes called emitters in a network of hoses or pipes rather than through broadcasting sprinklers or hoses. It delivers the water more closely to the root ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. It is truly luxurious to have a garden where sprinklers and drip irrigation are already present, but that’s not the case for most people with gardens.

CHAMPAIGN – Cecil Bilbo has been in the fire-sprinkler industry for 20 years, and he says most of the training for the people who design sprinkler systems comes on the job. Bilbo is getting ready to ...

As we head into August, some of you will rely on your sprinklers to keep your lawns green. Many local water departments offer free services to inspect inground irrigation systems. It can help water ...

WE’RE ENJOYING SOME NICE FALL TEMPERATURES, BUT WINTER IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER. WE’VE ALREADY HAD ONE FREEZE THIS SEASON, BUT BEFORE A LONG, DEEP FREEZE, WE’RE FINDING OUT HOW TO SAVE MONEY AND ...

Failing to winterize your irrigation system can have negative consequences and potentially lead to problems with your ...