If you’ve been thinking of ways to keep your yard looking its best, you may want to have an irrigation system installed. Planned irrigation and landscaping can help conserve water while promoting a vibrant, green property. Installing a new system will also make your life easier and add value to your property. You may be concerned about what installation will look like. Here are some things you should know about irrigation systems as well as good questions to ask your irrigation contractor.
• Any landscaping plans should be put in place ahead of time so that your lawn can be organized in terms of watering zones. Each plant, bush and tree requires different amounts of water and it may be helpful to group them by how much water is needed.
• Your contractor might need to do a survey of the property to check water pressure and flow rate in terms of gallons per minute before installing the irrigation system.
• A helpful installer will analyze conditions such as amount of sun or shade, condition of soil and slope of the property while planning out the location of sprinkler heads. You can always ask to look at a scale drawing that shows placement of sprinkler heads and marked zones.
• Ask about warranty, policies and maintenance issues such as winterization. This will be beneficial for any follow-up contacts with the company.
Well-designed irrigation systems can actually save you money through smart water usage and proper timing. Make sure the professional assistance you seek is from a certified irrigation contractor or certified irrigation auditor. Parke Irrigation provides a team of experts dedicated to proper installation, revitalization of an existing system, repairs or irrigation audits while maintaining adequate safety regulations. Contact Parke at 615.350.6033 for any landscape and irrigation needs.