From harvesting crops to maintaining a home garden, the team at King's Pump & Technical Service knows irrigation systems supply thirsty plants with the water they need at the exact moment they need it. Although all components are important, pivots—center points that rotate irrigation equipment—are crucial in operating the systems. For more than 15 years, the Glennville, GA-based company has been repairing and replacing irrigation systems throughout southeast Georgia that pump water to center pivots.

Want to make sure your plants get the daily dose of hydration they need? Here King’s Pump & Technical Service shares three tips to keep pivots running properly.

• Maintain Sprinklers: Sprinklers attach to center pivots, so if they’re cracked or broken, it’s a pretty safe bet the pivots won’t be able to rotate. To ensure the entire system functions properly, regularly inspect your sprinklers for damage. Although you might not see any problems, these water-spraying devices still need to be replaced after every 10,000 hours of use. Trained technicians at King's Pump & Technical Service will install new automatic sprinklers and check all the other system components.
• Keep Records: Monitoring and recording flow rate, outlet pressure, and energy usage will go a long way in making sure the entire irrigation system is always in top condition. If pumps, motors, and pivots aren’t running as efficiently as they should, you can just look back at your notes to try and pinpoint the source of the problem. These notes will also come in handy if you need a professional to do any repair work.
• Check Tire Pressure: Similar to the wheels on your car, irrigation tires need a certain amount of pressure to move. When tires have the right amount of air, the rolling circumference is more consistent. If you’re not sure of how much air to use, King’s Pump & Technical Service’s trained commercial irrigation technicians will help.  

Prevent center pivot problems; call King’s Pump & Technical Service for commercial and residential irrigation system installation and repair. The water system specialist will make sure your lawns and gardens get the water they need to stay lush. The Glennville-based company will also assist with deep well installation and repair. To schedule an appointment, call (912) 654-0149. You can also visit the company online to discover the many ways they will make your grass greener. Check out their Facebook for pictures of finished projects.