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If you’re a homeowner, you likely want a beautiful, healthy lawn and thriving flora on your property. These features enhance a home’s curb appeal, but maintaining the yard requires a lot of time and water. However, a sprinkler system will give the lawn the nourishment it needs without any hassle. Below, the professionals at USA Hoich Irrigation in Omaha, NE, explain how far you should bury irrigation pipes to maximize the efficiency of the system and minimize wastefulness.

Why Proper Depth Is Important

sprinkler systemHomeowners often assume that if the water sprinkler pipes are out of sight, they’re buried at the right depth. However, that isn’t always the case. It isn’t uncommon for landscaping tools to accidentally hit sprinkler system pipes when gardening or doing other work in the yard if they aren't deep enough.  Also, keeping the pipes too close to the ground’s surface can cause any water left inside of them to freeze when the temperature drops. Both instances can cause the pipes to burst and spew water.

How to Get the Best Results

Before you begin digging trenches for the irrigation system, mark areas on the property where water and gas lines may be buried, so you don’t disturb them. Then, dig about eight inches below the surface. This depth is typically deep enough to prevent frozen pipes and to keep them from coming into contact with lawn maintenance or gardening equipment. However, if you have plants on the property, dig an additional four inches. Otherwise, the pipes won’t give the plants’ roots enough room to grow and flourish.

If you want to invest in a top-quality lawn irrigation and sprinkler system, turn to USA Hoich Irrigation for assistance. With over 30 years of experience, their reliable team will handle anything from sprinkler installation to repairs without compromising the integrity of your property or damaging the environment. Give them a call today at (402) 896-5899 to schedule an appointment, and visit their website for more information on what they do. 

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