Do Rain Sensors Work?
The short answer is –yes. After a heavy rain I receive calls that the sprinkler system was running or ran soon afterwards. There could be a number of reasons for this. A rain sensor is [...]
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10, 2021
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10, 2021
Time to Winterize Your Sprinkler System
Many clients ask when is the right time to winterize a sprinkler system on Long Island. If you have an established lawn and landscape then Rain Rich Sprinklers recommends between now and Thanksgiving. Most lawns, [...]
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06, 2021
July is Smart Irrigation Month
Along with 4th of July Celebrations, July is typically the hottest and driest month of the year! The demand for water for turf and landscapes is at its greatest and it’s very important to conserve [...]
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05, 2021
When Should I Begin Watering Automatically?
At this time of year on Long Island, you should begin watering when the daytime temperature is above 70 degrees and there is little or no rain. If it hasn’t rained for 3 or 4 [...]
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03, 2021
If you haven’t yet- It’s time to schedule your spring start up!
Spring is here! If you haven’t yet- It’s time to schedule your spring start up! After a long, cold, and snowy winter the warm weather is finally beginning to appear. Each day the weather gets [...]
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02, 2021
Do You Know Where Your Main Water Supply Valve Is Located?
Last week we saw and heard on the news the terrible ordeal that the citizens in Texas were suffering due to the unusual cold weather. Unfortunately many homes and commercial buildings were damaged due to [...]
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02, 2021
What Is A Lumen?
Lumen is a measurement of the amount of light you are producing from a light source. Normally we look at watts to determine the brightness of a bulb and now that everyone is switching to [...]
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01, 2021
Is Your Home Ready for Cold Weather?
Cold weather is upon us! Really cold weather can wreak havoc on indoor plumbing and heating systems. Preparing your home and following a few of these guidelines can help prevent future problems and avert serious [...]
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01, 2021
Is There a Difference between Indoor LED’s And Outdoor LED’s?
The short answer is yes. If you are considering installing a landscape lighting system at your Long Island home, it is important that you choose LED’s for outdoor use. There is a significant difference between [...]
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01, 2021
Is Your Home In The Dark At Night?
In the middle of winter here on Long Island the days are short and nights are long. Returning at night to a dark home is never welcoming. Looking outside from your home and seeing nothing [...]