Posts Tagged ‘Chapel Hill’
Water Conservation Meets Great Landscaping
Here’s a scenario for you: you love to keep your lawn looking at its best, but your region is in the heart of a dry spell. Unfortunately, this isn’t a rare occurrence for a homeowner. But there’s an upshot to this conundrum. Water conservation and beautiful landscaping aren’t mutually exclusive. With intentional planning and just…
Read MoreWater Conservation Tips
Drought season has officially hit the Raleigh area. It’s time for homeowners to dial back on water use… and approach property maintenance simultaneously. And sometimes that balance can feel tricky. Get Water Smart In most neighborhoods, water conservation isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s the law. Protect your local environment and maintain…
Read More3 Signs You Need Backflow Preventer Service
When it comes to your backflow preventer, it’s important to take cues. If something seems wrong, it probably is! Call Doctor Sprinkler as soon as possible if you notice: Leaks This is the most common type of backflow preventer issue. If you notice a steady drip-drip-drip, it’s important to get a solution. Reduced water pressure…
Read MoreBackflow Preventer Service: What We Do
In Raleigh, Cary, and other surrounding neighborhoods, having a functional backflow preventer isn’t just a benefit: It’s a requirement. Doctor Sprinkler is here to ensure that your property is on the path to compliance – and that your household is safe. Our backflow preventer service delivers comprehensive service for all of your needs, from…
Read MoreWhy is your backflow preventer important?
Backflow prevention has a way of shying away from the limelight. It’s a wallflower compared to a lawn of freshly mowed grass, and it pales in comparison to a meticulously landscaped lot. But that doesn’t mean that it isn’t an instrumental part of your property. Backflow prevention is essential to the safety of the place…
Read MoreConserve Water with Regular Sprinkler Service
Efficient irrigation needs some hand-holding. And when you keep up-to-date with your sprinkler service your property, your water bill, and the environment all win. Waste Not, Save More Consider this: a leak that measures just 1/32nd of an inch in diameter can waste over 6,300 gallons of water in a month. That leak isn’t just…
Read MoreRegular Sprinkler Service & Your Water Bill
You can think of your sprinkler system as a behind-the-scenes tool for your property and your bank account. When it’s functioning smoothly, an irrigation system provides efficient, cost-saving benefits such as: Customization Custom sprinkler nozzle retrofits can be designed to the unique needs of your property and landscaping. You aren’t watering any more surface…
Read MoreBackflow Prevention & Drinking Water
Everyone should feel safe filling a drinking glass with water. Doctor Sprinkler exists to ensure that you are control of your water system. And it all starts with vigilant backflow prevention. What is backflow? ‘Backflow’ describes contaminated (non-potable) water that re-enters your your drinking (potable) water. What causes backflow? Backflow happens when your property’s water…
Read MoreThree Things You Need to Know About a Backflow Prevention System
A backflow preventer has a simple concept and an important mission: Keep water used to irrigate your landscaping from entering your drinking water, and protect the people who count on your sinks for clean and healthy drinking water. Here’s what you need to know about this important system. What does a backflow preventer do? When…
Read MoreMaintain & Upgrade Your System
Irrigation systems need regular maintenance to keep them working efficiently year after year. Damage from lawn equipment or improper winterization can cause leaks and other serious problems. Inspect your system monthly. Check for leaks, broken or clogged sprinkler heads, and other problems. Clean clogged screens and microirrigation filters as needed. Adjust sprinkler heads. Remove or…
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