Sprinkler Systems: Common Problems With Lawn Sprinklers

Summer is upon us, and as the sun beats down on us and our lawn, we must remember to keep our lawn hydrated. Chances are your sprinkler system is working, providing the garden with the water it needs to keep it green and full. And while this is a great convenience, sprinkler systems can suffer from problems that cause them not to work as they should, or not to work at all.

When your sprinklers don’t work, your lawn can suffer. Fortunately, many dilemmas can be solved with just a little bit of effort and knowledge. Unfortunately, others may require the expertise of a sprinkler system installer or repairer, which will incur costs. Before you rush to the phone, take a look at the problem and see if you can fix it. Otherwise, it’s best to leave the system alone until it’s fixed, unless you want to install all new sprinklers.

Problem: Sprinkler heads are broken

Lawn mowers and sprinklers are not friends. Many heads are smashed in each year by lawnmowers, snow shovels, snowplows, and other machines. When this happens, the best solution is to simply replace the sprinkler head by unscrewing the broken stem from the bowl and screwing a new one in its place. If this repair is necessary due to a machine, consider digging a deeper hole to prevent future breakage.

Problem: a pipe is broken

Pipes can break for a number of different reasons, and luckily, fixing a broken pipe is quick and easy. The first thing you will need to do is dig up the pipe, using the shovel carefully to keep your garden clean and the grass can be easily replaced. Try to feel the pipe with your shovel so you don’t cut it and create more work for yourself. Once you’ve found the pipe, find out what type it is. Different pipelines require different solutions. Once you have determined the cause and size of the break, you will need to replace just the broken section or the entire pipe.

Problem: No or irregular irrigation

You may be noticing that your sprinklers are watering a bit erratically, and this may be a result of them not being able to rotate 360 ​​degrees as they may be broken, clogged or blocked. Once you have resolved the problem, remember to check and clean the heads to ensure continuous and timely watering.

Problem: Sprayer does not detract after watering

It can be frustrating when your sprinklers don’t come back down once they’re done watering. This can be resolved by carefully analyzing the problem. It can be the result of mulch, pebbles, lawn ornaments, or other lawn care and decorations preventing the sprinkler from going back down. Don’t let this go on for too long as it can damage your entire system.