How to Save Water During This Hot Summer

July is Smart Irrigation Month with the goal of providing efficient use of water while keeping our landscapes looking great and healthy without wasting water. Here are some straightforward ways to keep your irrigation system running efficiently and save money at the same time:

🌿 Inspect Your Irrigation System Weekly
Manually turn on your system and check each zone and sprinkler head. Make sure sprinklers pop up, spray evenly, and rotate properly. Look out for clogged nozzles or low pressure—both could indicate a broken pipe. Over time, equipment naturally wears out due to weather changes, lawn maintenance, and tree root growth.

🌿 Be Mindful of Aging Equipment
If your system is more than 10 years old, expect occasional failures during the summer months. Older systems often need extra attention and timely repairs.

🌿 Watch for Plant Overgrowth
As trees and shrubs mature, they can block spray patterns or restrict water flow with their roots. Trim back any overgrown foliage and keep an eye on root encroachment around pipes.

🌿 Check Your Rain Sensor
Rain sensors are usually mounted near your roofline. Make sure yours isn’t damaged or hidden by branches. These devices typically last 5–10 years, so if yours is older or not functioning, it’s time for a replacement. Working rain sensors help prevent watering during rainy weather, saving thousands of gallons of water—and lowering your bill.

🌿 Upgrade to a Smart Irrigation Controller
Smart controllers are a game changer. Connected to Wi-Fi, they allow you to monitor and adjust your watering schedule from your smartphone. These systems automatically respond to local weather, reducing or skipping watering if rain is in the forecast. You can program everything in the cloud and access your settings from anywhere. On average, smart controllers cut water usage by 20–50%. Less water used means more money saved. To learn more about smart irrigation options, visit www.hydrawise.com.

A beautiful landscape is a valuable investment and the cost to maintain a sprinkler system that sustains a healthy landscape is far less expensive than replacing lawn, shrubs, and trees. To learn more please visit our website at www.rainrich.com. To arrange an appointment please call the office at 631-423-2211 or click here. We look forward to serving you!