Get your irrigation system ready for the growing season with our comprehensive spring startup service. Expert activation, inspection, and testing to ensure optimal performance all season long.
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After months of winter dormancy, your irrigation system needs professional attention before the growing season begins. Our comprehensive spring startup service inspects, tests, and optimizes every component of your system, ensuring reliable performance throughout the watering season. We catch potential problems early, adjust coverage for optimal efficiency, and program your controller for spring conditions.
Thorough inspection of all zones and components
Fine-tune coverage and timing for efficiency
Catch issues before they become expensive repairs
Updated settings for seasonal needs
Many homeowners simply turn on their system and hope for the best. This approach often leads to wasted water, poor coverage, and undetected damage that worsens throughout the season. Winter can be hard on irrigation systems even with proper winterization. Freezing and thawing cycles can shift pipes and heads. Small animals may damage wiring. Controllers can lose programming or develop issues.
A professional startup inspection catches these problems before they cause significant damage or waste. A broken head that sprays water onto your driveway all season wastes hundreds of gallons and increases your water bill. A valve that doesn't close completely can flood an area and damage plants. A controller with incorrect programming can water at the wrong times or for incorrect durations.
Our technicians are trained to spot issues that homeowners typically miss. We know what to look for and have the tools and experience to diagnose problems quickly. The cost of a professional startup is minimal compared to the water waste, landscape damage, and repair expenses that can result from undetected issues.
We begin every startup with a thorough inspection of your controller. We verify programming, replace batteries if needed, and check all connections. Modern smart controllers often need software updates and recalibration for the new season. We ensure your controller is ready to manage your system efficiently.
Next, we turn on water to the system and check the backflow prevention device. This critical component protects your home's water supply and must function correctly. We verify it's not leaking and operates as designed. Any issues with your backflow preventer need immediate attention.
Zone by zone, we activate each section of your system and perform a detailed inspection. We check every sprinkler head for proper operation, looking for damage, misalignment, or clogging. Heads are adjusted for correct arc and throw distance. We verify valves open and close properly, checking for leaks or partial failures. Pressure testing ensures your system maintains appropriate water pressure.
Throughout the inspection, we note any repairs needed and provide you with a detailed report. Minor adjustments are made on the spot - head adjustments, cleaning clogged nozzles, and fine-tuning coverage. For more significant repairs, we provide a clear explanation and estimate so you can make informed decisions.
A working system isn't necessarily an efficient system. Our startup service includes optimization to ensure you're not wasting water or money. We adjust watering times based on current weather and seasonal needs. Spring watering requirements are very different from summer, and your controller programming should reflect this.
Head-to-head coverage is checked and adjusted to eliminate dry spots and minimize overspray. Proper coverage means every area gets adequate water without waste. We check system pressure and flow rates, making adjustments if needed for optimal performance. High pressure wastes water and can damage components, while low pressure results in poor coverage.
Before we leave, we'll walk you through any issues found, repairs completed, and recommendations for the season. We want you to understand your system and feel confident in its operation. We're always available to answer questions or address concerns that arise during the watering season.
Contact us today for a free quote and consultation