Helpful Hints

• Existing yards need to be watered at least two times a week for approximately 20 minutes each station (1/4-1/2 inch of water accumulation.
• Newly laid sod should be watered twice daily during spring and summer months.  After this period, reduce to watering once daily for 1-2 weeks.  Following this, return to a normal watering pattern of 2-3 times weekly.  Side yards and shaded areas require less water than the front or rear areas.
• Water deep.  Shallow watering only wets the soil and water doesn't have time to soak in.  This forces the roots to grow to the surface for water and then allows the sun to steal the water through evaporation.
• Adjust your sprinkling schedule to change with the seasons.
• Install a rain gauge. This allows your system to automatically shut off during rain, saving you money.
• Do not water on windy days
• Water in the early a.m. to avoid evaporation.
• Mulch trees and plants to maintain moisture.
• Have your sprinkler checked in the spring and the winter.