Smart irrigation means much more than just a new sprinkler controller that you can operate from your phone. Most new smart controllers operate irrigation systems based on the ET rate, providing only the water needed based on the weather. In order for your smart technology to truly save you water and money, your irrigation system needs to be worthy of such advanced controls. If you have a broken nozzle or a misaligned sprinkler head, you will still be wasting water and have dry spots in your lawn no matter how fancy your irrigation controller is.

Irrigation, design, drip irrigation, water, landscapeMolly McDowellMarch 17, 2021Irrigation, Smart, Efficient, Water, ManagementComment

Is it time to turn on my irrigation?

With the warming weather and anticipation of spring, excited gardeners and landscape enthusiasts are considering activating their irrigation systems to apply some water to the dry, thirsty landscapes.

Irrigation, landscape, drip irrigation, water, designMolly McDowellMarch 3, 2021irrigation, activation, soil temperatureComment

Irrigation Filtration

Irrigation filtration is necessary depending on the water source for the irrigation system. Some systems are sourced from the city water supply which is very clean while some systems are sourced from irrigation canals and ponds and can have different types of debris and multiple issues requiring filtration.

Irrigation, landscape, garden, drip irrigation, raised beds, water, designMolly McDowellFebruary 4, 2021filter, filters, filtration, screen, disc, irrigationComment

Tips to Improve Irrigation Efficiency - Happy Earth Day

There are many elements in an irrigation system that affect performance and efficiency. Some of the components can be complicated like weather sensors and pressure reducers. Other pieces are simple like sprinklers and nozzles. In the spirit of Earth Day and more folks spending time at home, wanting to maintain a healthy landscape while keeping costs down, here are a few tips on what homeowners can do to improve irrigation efficiency and conserve water.

Irrigation, landscape, water, drip irrigationMolly McDowellApril 22, 2020irrigation, landscape, water use, water managementComment

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