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Repair: (208) 398-3471
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Watering
“In dry periods, water
newly laid turf, freshly sown areas, and high-quality lawns. Leave established
lawns unwatered, but stop mowing because longer grass helps protect the roots.
The grass may turn brown, but will recover once it rains.”
“Water a new lawn every
week in dry spells, until it is established. You can tell when fine lawns need
watering because they lose their spring when walked on. Reduce water
evaporation by using sprinklers early in the morning or at night. Move seep
hoses by 8 inches every half hour.”
Turn Off the Timer
Automatic irrigation
systems have a controller or timer. Most controllers have a “rain” or “off”
mode that shuts off the signals to the valves. Turning it “off” allows the
controller to keep all the essential programming information stored in it. The
only change is that the valves will not activate. If you unplug or cut the power
to your controller, be aware that you may need to reprogram it in the spring.
Call Dr. Sprinkler Repair: (208) 398-3471
www.drsprinkler-boiseid.com/
Sprinkler System Winterization is a very important step in protecting your sprinkler system from the cold weather in Boise. Without winterization, leftover water in the pipes can freeze and expand, bursting the pipes. Then, come springtime, when you turn on your system again, you risk flooding your home or causing huge dry spots in your lawn. If you need a hand winterizing your system this fall, give us a call! 
