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An irrigation system for your yard and garden is a terrific tool to help you maintain a lush lawn and healthy vegetation. However, too many people make some common errors regarding their custom sprinkler system, and Whittemore Sprinkler Company in Lincoln, NE, wants to prevent you from becoming one of them. They discuss how to ensure these errors don’t ruin your yard.

Avoid These Common Sprinkler System Mistakes

Watch Out While Mowing

irrigation systemA surprising number of homeowners forget about their irrigation system when they're mowing their lawn. Whirling mower blades and heavy riding mowers can damage your sprinkler heads. Take care when mowing after you've had a sprinkler system installed. You've invested a considerable amount in it and don't want to start paying for repairs until it's been in use for many years.

Don't Rely Completely on Automation

Although the automation and programming capabilities of an underground sprinkler system are what make it so convenient and valuable, don't set the program once and forget about it. A programmable schedule is a good way to keep your lawn and plants healthy under many circumstances, but you must pay attention to the amount of rainfall your area is receiving and adjust the programming as necessary. An extended drought or heavy rainfall can wreak havoc with your schedule and result in a scorched lawn or swampy yard if you aren't observant.

Don't Ignore It in Winter

Your irrigation system needs maintenance all year round, especially in winter when the cold puts it at risk of damage due to frequent freezing and thawing. When a freeze is predicted, turn off water to the system. During long cold spells, drain water from the system completely. Lastly, detach hoses from outside spigots, or your interior pipes will be at risk of freezing.

If you dislike stopping what you're doing to move your sprinkler manually around the yard and you want to avoid over- or under-watering your lawn and gardens, contact a sprinkler expert. Whittemore Sprinkler Company in Lincoln, NE can help you with custom sprinkler system setup. They'll set you up with a programmed system that starts and stops irrigation automatically. Visit their website to view a list of their services, or call (402) 476-8552 to speak with a helpful irrigation system expert.

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