Sprinkler guides
Sprinkler system guides for Middle Tennessee
Plain-English advice on how systems work, watering schedules, seasonal care, repairs, equipment and new sod, written for Tennessee property owners.
BasicsHow an In-Ground Sprinkler System WorksA plain-English tour of the water source, backflow device, valves, controller, pipe and heads that make up an in-ground sprinkler system.Read the guide
Lawn CareHow Often to Water a Lawn in Middle TennesseeDeep, infrequent watering builds strong roots. Here is how to think about frequency, run time and the season for Middle Tennessee lawns.Read the guide
Seasonal CareSpring Sprinkler Start-Up ChecklistA short checklist for waking up your sprinkler system after winter, plus the problems to watch for and when to call for help.Read the guide
Seasonal CareWinterizing Sprinklers Before a FreezeWhy a compressed-air blowout protects pipes, valves and backflow devices, and when to schedule it in Middle Tennessee.Read the guide
TroubleshootingSigns Your Sprinkler System Needs RepairDry patches, soggy spots, geysers and dead zones all say something specific. Learn what the symptoms usually mean.Read the guide
EquipmentRotors vs. Spray Heads vs. Drip: Which Fits WhereEach watering method has a place. Learn what rotors, spray heads, rotary nozzles and drip are best at and how to mix them in one yard.Read the guide
EquipmentSmart Sprinkler Controllers ExplainedWhat makes a controller smart, how weather data and sensors change the schedule and what to look for before you buy.Read the guide
Lawn CareWatering New Sod and SeedNew sod and seed need steady moisture at first and then a step-down plan. Here is how to get roots established.Read the guide
BasicsZones, Pressure and Flow ExplainedWhy a sprinkler system is divided into zones and how water pressure and flow decide how many heads each zone can have.Read the guide
EquipmentBackflow Preventers ExplainedWhat a backflow preventer does, the common types and why testing, repair and freeze protection matter.Read the guide
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