SprinklerTalk

Rain sensors are designed to prevent your sprinkler system from running in the rain. There are two types of rain/freeze sensors, wired and wireless. A rain/freeze sensor shuts off your irrigation system when there is freezing temperatures to protect your sprinkler system from getting damaged. Rain and wireless rain/freeze sensors are becoming “must have” components…

Take the guesswork out of watering with a Smart WiFi Sprinkler Controller. Customized watering schedules can be set with regards to day, frequency, start time and run time. This will ensure your plants are healthy, you conserve water and have a lower water bill. Daily watering can be automatically adjusted to reflect seasonal weather changes…

Every type of tennis court has different tennis court irrigation needs.  Some tennis courts require above ground irrigation while others require sub surface irrigation.  For instance; clay courts are like sponges that hold water. This water evaporates over the course of a day. Irrigation regimens should be designed to replenish water lost during the day.…

What causes brown spots on lawns or turf?  Some reasons for lawn brown spots are; dull mower blades, disease, fungus, drought stress, soil compaction, insects or improper watering. To ensure a healthy and beautiful lawn, the installation and maintenance of an irrigation system is   important.  A proper watering schedule is required as too much or…

It has been shown that regular maintenance of your irrigation system will ensure its operation at peak performance and irrigation system components will last longer.  A regularly maintained irrigation system will prevent water waste, reduce pollution from run-off and over-irrigation, and improve plant health by applying the correct amount of water where it can be…

Many people may not know that Long Island is center stage in American golf history. When golf began to spread beyond the British Isles in the late 19th century, Long Island was one of the first places it took root.  New York tycoons began establishing golf clubs near their country estates. The oldest Long Island…

July is Smart Irrigation Month, a public awareness campaign to promote efficient water use. Focused on July, traditionally the month of peak demand for outdoor water use, the campaign highlights simple practices and innovative technologies to: Make maintaining properties easy and convenient. Minimize overwatering while keeping lawns, gardens and landscapes beautiful and healthy. Save money…

Drinking water on Long Island comes from underground aquifers. The quantity and quality of this abundant supply must be protected. All of our aquifers receive their fresh water from precipitation. Unfortunately, in recent years, rainfall levels are decreasing and nitrite levels are increasing due to organic and chemical contaminants entering and contaminating our water supply.…

Most people think an irrigation turn on is quick and easy, but there is a lot more to it. Care and a technical eye is needed to prepare for ultimate performance during the hot days of summer. Irrigation systems have been sitting idle all winter. Now it’s time to charge your system. Turning the water…