
Improper watering practices are undoubtedly the single biggest factor leading to decline of home lawns
It is important to remember that even with a professionally installed system, it is important to check coverage & performance on a regular basis, as heads may become clogged, damaged, or off-center, and leaks in the line may occur.
If an area is not receiving water from one or more heads, or a head is not providing proper coverage, dry spots can develop. This can lead to any of the problems associated with drought stressed turf, exp- weeds, turf destroying insects, & color, just to name a few.
The signs off “Drought Stress” that you need to look for are:
- Leaf Blades are folded in half lengthwise in an attempt to save water
- The grass takes on a blue-gray tint, rather than maintaining a green color
- Foot prints or tire tracks remain visible on the grass long after being made
Although water is important in maintaining a healthy lawn, the majority of home owners over-irrigates or irrigates incorrectly - Too much water is damaging to turf grass and is often the underlying cause of lawn failure
Problems with over-watering include:
- An overly succulent shout system, susceptible to disease & insect infestation
- An overly succulent shout system, susceptible to disease & insect infestationBuild up of excessive thatch, particularly in St. Augustine grass
- Weaker cell walls in the shoot tissue; overall stress resistance
- Higher water bills $$$$
S&O GREENWORKS pride ourselves in providing our customers with any and all information & services needed to provide you with a green, healthy lawn
This inspection will included:
- Proper setting of “Timer Box”
- Check all zones, for cracks, leaks, broken heads, & broken lines
- Adjust all heads for proper coverage
- Clean out and unclog all nozzles
And we will inform you of:
- How frequently to water
- How much to water
- Time of day to water
- How turf irrigation affects your landscape & plants
- Any particular micro environmental effect such as shade or landscape that may affect irrigation requirements