AquaTX Sprinkler

Do you want your lawn to be the envy of the neighborhood? You know the one. The full and lush green grass turns the heads of every visitor and dog walker that comes along.    Achieving the lawn of your dreams isn't out of your reach. If you learn a few basics, you will be able to maintain and enjoy a lush green lawn all summer long!   Early Summer Start by watching the temperatures for the best time to fertilize your grass. Warm-season grass grows best at 70 degrees, so fertilizing around that temperature can make your grass more resistant to heat and drought.   Next, mow with sharp blades to give your lawn a clean cut. In early summer, keep the grass a bit taller. Taller grass will provide more shade, keeping weeds from germinating.    Speaking of weeds, act fast to kill established weeds before they spread. You can hand pull the weeds or use a targeted post-emergent herbicide to eliminate the blooming weeds.   Mid Summer to Late Summer Keeping your g...

As the month of February concludes, it is a relief for countless people to know that spring is officially right around the corner. And that feeling of relief makes perfect sense; after all, there is so much to look forward to about the season ahead. The sun is going to shine just a little bit brighter. The temperature is going to be a little more pleasant. The grass is going to become just a little bit greener.  But getting ready for the spring season isn’t just about flowers blooming; there also comes a bit of responsibility when the weather outside turns less frightful, especially if you are a homeowner. The often harsh conditions of the winter months can wreak havoc on vital operating systems in your house, such as your water system. Yes, that’s true even in our beautiful Texas climate; even though we are the envy of much of the country from November to March, that doesn’t mean we are strangers to severe weather, and what it can do to our property. Here is how you can pr...

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 ...