With the arrival of spring, many households start using their sprinkler system to ensure they’ll have a healthy and vibrant lawn. But after a winter of disuse, your irrigation system may be in need of lawn sprinkler repair. Keeping an eye out for a few common issues will help you determine if you need to schedule repair work to keep your yard green.

When Do You Need Lawn Sprinkler Repair?

1. Unusually High Water Bills

It’s normal for your water bill to go up when you start running your sprinklers again. However, if the bill seems significantly higher compared to what it was a year ago, you may have an underground leak. A spike in water expenses could also result from a bad pressure regulator that causes your system to use more water than necessary.

2. Inadequate Sprinkler Pressure

Without enough water pressure, your sprinkler heads won’t provide adequate coverage for your yard. Sometimes, this lack of pressure keeps the sprinkler heads from popping up in the first place. This could be the result of a leak, a crushed irrigation line that restricts water flow, or a malfunctioning backflow device. 

3. Poor Sprinkler Coverage

Cracks, chips, debris, or shifting out of position could cause your sprinkler heads to spray off-target. This could cause some parts of your lawn to get overly saturated, while other areas are left completely dry. While improper zone settings can also be to blame, this problem will usually require correction of the sprinkler heads and replacement of damaged parts.

If your property needs lawn sprinkler repair, contact the expert team at Whittemore Sprinkler Company. Serving Lincoln, NE for over 56 years, this family-owned company designs systems based on the unique needs of your property, working with popular product lines such as Rainbird® and Toro® to ensure excellent results. To learn more about their services, visit them online or call (402) 476-8552.