Seasonal Planting Tips to Complement Your Irrigation Schedule
After a long, cold, dry winter spell, your garden is ready for a recharge. Timing is everything; getting your planting coordinated with a smart irrigation schedule will get things moving for the season. Prepping your garden for a successful summer full of gorgeous blooming flowerbeds and thriving shrubbery. The way seasons shift changes how much […]
Avoid Costly Mistakes: Locate Sprinklers & Hoses Before Planting or Building
Nothing can spoil a Saturday landscaping project like cracking a sprinkler line or mangling a garden hose. You grab a shovel and are ready to start planting that perfect shade tree. As you dig into the ground—crack— you’ve hit a water line. Water starts bubbling up from the earth beneath the blade. Not exactly the […]
The Role of Soil Types in Designing Effective Irrigation Systems
Modern irrigation techniques have improved how homeowners and property managers in Omaha manage water usage, helping maximize resources and maintain healthy landscapes. Without proper irrigation system design, issues like soil erosion, nutrient imbalance, and water waste can lead to poor plant growth and costly landscaping problems. One of the most critical factors in designing effective irrigation […]
How to Detect and Address Frozen Sprinkler Pipes Before Spring
Spring is just around the corner, and gardeners are busy planning their gardens. While planting and weeding may take priority, smart landscapers know that paying attention to sprinkler systems during winter is essential. Frozen sprinkler pipes are more than just an inconvenience—burst pipes can cause long-term structural damage. Regular inspections and preventative measures during cold […]
The Benefits of Installing an Irrigation System for the New Year
The New Year is a good time for making important resolutions and, traditionally, to decide on new goals for the future. However, this doesn’t only apply to personal goals or diet plans. Make a resolution to make changes in the garden. While winter isn’t the time for the most active gardening tasks, this season is […]
Top Lawn Maintenance Tasks to Wrap Up Before Winter
As Omaha temperatures drop and winter approaches, now is the time to prepare your lawn for the colder months ahead. A well-maintained yard doesn’t just survive the winter, it comes back stronger in the spring. Taking proactive steps in the fall, from mowing and aeration to sprinkler system winterization, gives your lawn the foundation it […]
Common Winter Irrigation System Repairs: How to Avoid Costly Fixes After Freezing Temps
Winter can be rough on irrigation systems and gardeners. When the temperature drops, it’s not just your plants at risk, your sprinkler system could be in for a rough ride too. Colder temperatures can often lead to malfunctions and the need for sudden repairs. Learn how to prepare your irrigation system for the season to […]
How to Winterize Your Sprinkler System: A Step-by-Step Guide
Winter may bring beautiful snowy landscapes, but it can be a nightmare for your sprinkler system if it’s not properly prepared. When temperatures drop below freezing, any remaining water in your system can freeze and expand, causing significant damage to pipes, valves, and sprinkler heads. This could lead to costly repairs and frustration when you’re […]
What are the Sprinkler Damages That May Occur Without Winterization?
Winter is just around the corner, and if you have a sprinkler system in your yard, this is the time to think about winterization. Sure, it’s a hassle and takes some time, but leaving it as is could lead to a world of trouble with your sprinkler system next spring. If you fail to winterize […]
Fall Irrigation System Maintenance: Preparing Your Lawn for Winter
As summer ends and fall begins, getting your lawn ready for the colder months is vital. One integral part of this preparation is preparing your irrigation system for the first freeze of the season. Properly maintaining and winterizing your irrigation system this fall protects it against the cold winter months. This ensures the lawn and […]