How To Identify Sprinkler System Problems

9/27/2021 (Permalink)

Irrigation problems can lead to flooding that only a water restoration specialist can combat.

How to Spot Sprinkler System Issues

The landscaping on your commercial property is one of the first things that clients and visitors see, so it's important for your irrigation system to function properly so that it looks nice. A faulty system not only ruins the look of your landscaping but also can flood and cause damage to your building. It's necessary, therefore, to pinpoint the issue at the first sign of irrigation problems to get it fixed quickly. When you call irrigation specialists in Serenada, TX, about a problem, here are some ways you can help them identify issues with your sprinkler system.

Electrical

It is possible that your problem is electrical. If your system or even part of it isn't getting power, it's obviously not going to work well. There are several electrical problems to troubleshoot:

• Timer not sending full 24 volts to valves
  
• Solenoid detached from wire and not getting power
  
• Valve not getting power
  
• Wires cut or corroded
  
  

The whole electrical system has to be connected and working to power your irrigation system. Check first to see if the source of the power is hot. Then spot check every step of the way.

Hydraulic

Often, the system will lose pressure in one or more zones. This could be caused by something as simple as debris that clogs the solenoid, valve or even a pipe. Pipes could get broken by a wayward tree root, which could result in both a leak and possible clogging of the rest of the pipe. If the mechanics of any individual sprinkler are malfunctioning, it could create problems for the whole system.

Irrigation problems can lead to flooding that only a water restoration specialist can combat. Early detection of the issue can help you avoid damage to your landscaping and to your building. If you notice that your irrigation system is not performing correctly, try to troubleshoot as well as you can, and don't hesitate to call for repairs.