Technological Advancements Make Sprinkler Irrigation Systems More Appealing than Ever

As one of the hottest months of the year, July is appropriately designated as Smart Irrigation Month. The time has been set forth by the Irrigation Association to raise awareness of the benefits; social, economic and environmental; of efficient irrigation. In our area, August is usually just as hot. Summer’s scorching weather causes us to be concerned about the health of our lawns and many options exist today in sprinkler irrigation technology that make sprinkler irrigation system installation even smarter.

Sprinkler Irrigation System Advances

Irrigation systems have long offered an easier and more efficient way to maintain the beauty of your landscape. Some of the newer irrigation system offerings include:

Advanced Controllers

Controllers are now available that can modify your watering schedule based on the amount of moisture in the ground or what the weather forecast is. Some controllers are even controllable by WiFi so you have away-from-home access on your smartphone.

Drip Irrigation

Drip irrigation has been around for some time, and allows homeowners to consistently water gardens or special landscaping without watering potentially weedy areas or other parts of the yard that are covered by the other sprinkler heads. Drip irrigation is flexible and very customizable, and uses much less water than simply watering a whole garden or decorative bed.

Freeze Sensors

Some sensors detect when temperatures are freezing because using sprinklers during that time can cause hazards or freezing sprinkler heads.

High Efficiency Nozzles

High efficiency nozzles allow consistency in water coverage without using as much water. The lower rate of pressure reduces runoff and potential soil compaction.

Rain Sensors

Rain sensors are devices that can prevent you from watering during or right after rainstorms. The sensors work with your irrigation system, and override its instructions when rain/excess moisture is present when you have a watering time scheduled. Water usage can be reduced by 35%, saving water and money.

Call Burkholder for Professional Sprinkler Irrigation Design and Installation

Pennsylvania landscapes are as varied as the people who own them. Sloping, landscapes with many decorative beds require different sprinkler irrigation options than expansive lawns with perimeter shrubs and trees or potted vegetation. A Burkholder specialist consults with each homeowner to determine the needs of their particular landscape, then designs an irrigation system that efficiently handles all of those needs. We also provide maintenance of the lawn and the sprinkler irrigation system, so that homeowners can simply enjoy their perfectly watered and manicured yards. Contact us today for a free consultation!

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