What Size Irrigation Pump Does Your Property Need?

What Size Irrigation Pump Does Your Property Need?

The size of an irrigation pump comes down to two numbers: how many gallons per minute (GPM) your system’s largest zone demands, and how much pressure (PSI) it takes to push water from the source to the last sprinkler head.  For most properties in the Finger Lakes Region, those two numbers determine whether you need a booster pump, a submersible …

The 5 most common sprinkler system problems

5 Common Sprinkler System Problems: A Quick Diagnostic Guide

The 5 most common sprinkler system problems are clogged or broken heads, low water pressure, zone failures, controller and scheduling errors, and underground pipe leaks. Most show up as visible lawn symptoms first: brown patches, soggy spots, or zones that go quiet while others run normally.  Here’s how to read what you’re seeing and figure out where to look. The …