Q. Will an automatic sprinkler system use more water than I'm currently
using?
A.
No. In fact, it will conserve water. You'll never have to worry about runoff
from overwatering or wasting water when you forget to turn off the hose. And,
with a moisture sensor, your system will know when it is raining and simply
shut itself off when water is not needed.
Q. Does having a sprinkler system really save time?
A.
Yes. You won't have to spend another minute of your valuable leisure time watering
the lawn. Your new system will do all the watering for you - even when you're
away from home.
Q. Will an automatic sprinkler system water as well as I can water by hand?
A.
It will do a much better job because a professionally designed system will deliver
exactly the right amount of water to individual lawn and garden areas.
Q. We generally get 40 or more inches of rainfall a year. Do we really need
a sprinkler system?
A.
If it rained at your house every three days - the same exact amount each time -
you probably wouldn't need a sprinkler system. But nature doesn't work that
way, and the only way to ensure healthy, lush growth is to make certain your
lawn and plants receive a regularly timed, evenly measured amount of water. In
the dry season when there is little or no rain, your yard can suffer damage
after just a few days without water.
Q. Are there different systems from which to choose?
A.
Although every system should be tailored to meet individual needs, a typical
system will be comprised of a controller (which functions as the brains of the
system), valves (which open and close to release and stop the flow of water to
underground pipes) and sprinklers (which actually distribute the water to a
given area).
Q. How do I know what type of system is best for me?
A.
It's always best to work with a professional irrigation contractor who is
knowledgeable about such factors as water source and pressure, soil type,
planting materials and weather conditions. He will take all of this into
consideration in designing a system specific to the needs of your landscape.
Q. Can I save money by installing my own system?
A.
No! In fact, it could cost you more money in the long run. A professional
irrigation contractor will design and install the most cost-effective and energy-efficient
system possible. You can be certain that he will select the appropriate
equipment for the job, while streamlining the maintenance required to keep your
landscaping in top shape.
He
will pay special attention to such important factors as sprinkler patterns (it
is important to overlap the patterns so that the outer edges receive sufficient
water for healthy growth) and backflow prevention (which is necessary to
protect your drinking water supply). And because your contractor is familiar
with local plumbing and electrical codes, you won't have to worry about costly
mistakes in wiring or pipe installation. He can do the job faster, with less
disruption to existing landscape, and will guarantee his work.
Q. Will I have difficulty operating this system?
A.
Your contractor will help you select the best controller (the brains of the
system) for your needs, and he will set it with your individual watering
schedule. Your contractor also will work with you to explain the system's
operation. Then, if necessary, you can easily change the watering schedule by
just following the easy instructions on the inside of the controller cabinet.
Q. How much will a good system cost?
A. The price of a system will
vary depending upon many factors such as property size, type of landscaping and
special designs. But you can count on your irrigation contractor to design a
cost-effective system comprised of quality products. He is familiar with many
products and knows how to put the right ones together in a system that will
achieve maximum results for you. He also knows that the manufacturers stand
behind all of their products and is serious about commitment to quality
construction and after-sale service.
Like
most people, you probably have a lot of questions you'd like to ask before
finalizing your decision to purchase an automatic sprinkler system. Reading
this information should provide many answers for you, but please don't hesitate
to ask Rainforest Inground Sprinklers any additional questions you may have.
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