AquaTX Sprinkler

Although Texas is known for its wide variety of weather, one thing is certain, we are lucky enough to live in a state where we don’t have to battle treacherous and harsh winters. However, certain things still need to be done in terms of winterizing or “hibernating” your home’s essential components. One of those maintenance items is your sprinkler/irrigation system. A winter maintenance plan is important to prevent further damage and costly repairs down the road.  Here are some tips to consider when winterizing your system so it’s running optimally when you need it the most.    Do NOT turn sprinkler/ irrigation systems off   Contrary to what you might think, turning your system off during the winter months could actually cause more damage. Instead, leave your system on and flush your lines.  Consider reprogramming your system  Depending on which type of system you have, you can switch your sprinklers to rain mode during the winter months which c...

Add caption The Texas climate is unpredictable. While summer almost always assures scorching heat, fall and winter are less consistent. Use the following tips to transition your lawn from summer to fall to keep it looking great all year long: Fertilize Your Lawn. Although your grass doesn’t grow as fast during the Texas “cold” season, it doesn't mean we can take a break from lawn care basics like fertilizing. Depending on the type of grass you have, head to your local garden center and purchase the correct fertilizer for fall. Spread the granules onto your lawn with a manual spreader as needed. The fall fertilizer will make sure that your lawn maintains or regains all of the necessary nutrients, shielding it from colder winter temperatures and preparing it for the spring.  Don’t wait for the weeds to sprout. Be proactive and utilize preventative weed maintenance like pre-emergent weed control. This weed management program service is a treatment that is applied to your lawn ...

Here in Central Texas, a reliable sprinkler and irrigation system is a necessary tool for proper lawn care so you can maintain a healthy and beautiful lawn all season long, The first step to preparing your sprinkler and irrigation system for the summer months is to properly prepare your irrigation system for the winter months!  Proper winter preparation is critical to avoid costly replacements and repairs come springtime. Use the seasonal adjustment feature on your system to lower the run-time to as low as 1 minute. This will keep the pipes flushed and the valves free of debris. Remember, water to an irrigation system is like oil in your car engine. Only turn the system off in freezing weather to avoid mineral build-up. Mineral buildup causes deposits on the pipes to loosen up and flow to the head which can cause more damage. If there is an expected deep freeze, please call AquaTX for information and guidance on the best way to protect your irrigation system. One of the ...