Help! My Backflow Preventer is Frozen. What Do I Do?

Protect Your Investment You can protect your irrigation system by making sure to have it professionally winterized before the cold weather arrives. Professional winterization includes flushing the pipes and sprinkler heads with high volume compressed air. Not all irrigation companies in the Raleigh area take this important step to prevent unnecessary damage to your system, but we at Doctor Sprinkler include this manufacturer-recommended step in our winterization service. Cracks And Leaks You might be thinking “It doesn’t get cold enough in Raleigh to freeze the pipes underground!” If the pipes were installed deep enough, that is likely true. However, the above ground components are very much at risk. As we all know, water expands when it turns to ice, so any water that is left in the tops of the sprinkler heads, drip zones, shallow pipes, or the backflow preventer can freeze and cause these parts to develop cracks and leaks. The result is that when you start up your system in the spring, you have an unnecessary mess on your hands. We see this damage every spring when we are called on to repair freeze damage to improperly winterized systems throughout Raleigh, Cary, and Wake Forest. The added expense of repairs, decreased life of the system components, wasted water, and increased water bills every month from these new leaks make professional irrigation winterization service from Doctor Sprinkler cheap insurance. Act Now! Prevent Future Damage Avoid problems in the spring by having your irrigation system thoroughly winterized by Doctor Sprinkler. This will help prevent unnecessary damage to your system from winter weather and help extend the life of your irrigation system overall.

If you’ve typed this question into google – or called your irrigation experts in a panic – take comfort that you aren’t alone! In our corner of North Carolina, below-freezing temperatures can sneak up on us. And the result isn’t just chilly. It can do a number on our irrigation system. A frozen backflow preventer…

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Winterization Service You Can Count On

Protect Your Investment You can protect your irrigation system by making sure to have it professionally winterized before the cold weather arrives. Professional winterization includes flushing the pipes and sprinkler heads with high volume compressed air. Not all irrigation companies in the Raleigh area take this important step to prevent unnecessary damage to your system, but we at Doctor Sprinkler include this manufacturer-recommended step in our winterization service. Cracks And Leaks You might be thinking “It doesn’t get cold enough in Raleigh to freeze the pipes underground!” If the pipes were installed deep enough, that is likely true. However, the above ground components are very much at risk. As we all know, water expands when it turns to ice, so any water that is left in the tops of the sprinkler heads, drip zones, shallow pipes, or the backflow preventer can freeze and cause these parts to develop cracks and leaks. The result is that when you start up your system in the spring, you have an unnecessary mess on your hands. We see this damage every spring when we are called on to repair freeze damage to improperly winterized systems throughout Raleigh, Cary, and Wake Forest. The added expense of repairs, decreased life of the system components, wasted water, and increased water bills every month from these new leaks make professional irrigation winterization service from Doctor Sprinkler cheap insurance. Act Now! Prevent Future Damage Avoid problems in the spring by having your irrigation system thoroughly winterized by Doctor Sprinkler. This will help prevent unnecessary damage to your system from winter weather and help extend the life of your irrigation system overall.

We’re pulling coats out of the closet and gearing up for some brisk weather; before we know it, winter will be in the air! It’s up to you to come to terms with the colder temperatures and sweater weather. But Doctor Sprinkler can make sure that your irrigation system is ready for the season ahead.…

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Aerating Your Fescue Lawn? Use These Irrigation Tips

Do Your Lawn (and Your Wallet!) A Favor: Why You Should Fix Your Irrigation System Today

‘Tis the season to reseed your fescue lawn! If you’re gearing up to grow fescue grass at your property, there are a few easy wins you can get to enjoy your lawn at its most lush. Your Steps to Lawn Success You’ve planted your seeds and you’re ready for a lush, beautiful, and rich green…

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Service Your Sprinkler System Before Aerating!

Raleigh, NC Sprinkler Services Old systems refurbished and upgraded Leaks located and repaired Broken or damaged heads repaired or replaced Buried valves located Heads adjusted and nozzled Add new heads or new zones New controllers and rain sensors installed Drip zones installed Backflows installed, replaced, repaired Help designing watering plan and programming controllers Modernize aging systems to run more efficiently and use less water

It’s that time of year again – your lawn is begging for some aerating attention! Before you panic, take a deep breath, step back, and repeat: You aren’t falling behind on property maintenance. There is still plenty of time for aerating. But it needs to be done before you dive into a re-seeding project. What is…

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What to Do If Brown Patches Are Taking Over Your Lawn

SPRINKLER & IRRIGATION SERVICE SPECIALISTS

Ever seen those brown patches cropping up on your lawn? It’s an ugly eyesore – but it’s also a disease. Every homeowner should load up on knowledge about this phenomenon to protect their landscaping and their curb appeal. What are brown patches? Brown patches are caused by a fungus called Rhizoctonia. It most often impacts…

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Doctor Sprinkler is an Angie’s List Super Service Award Winner!

First off, we would like to start with a thank you. Doctor Sprinkler was honored as an Angie’s List Super Service Award winner, and this accomplishment is all because of satisfied customers like you! What is Angie’s List? Great question! Angie’s List is a site that provides service listings ranked and rated by peer-reviews. If you…

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Benefits of Regular Sprinkler System Service

Water Leak Result

Don’t let a leaky system happen to your lawn! Your sprinkler system is designed to keep things simple. It handles your lawn and landscaping maintenance needs – so you don’t have to. The wrinkle in the plan? Sometimes, your sprinkler system needs maintenance of its own. And this is where our team is primed to…

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Do You Need Sprinker System Service?

SPRINKLER & IRRIGATION SERVICE SPECIALISTS

You give your vehicle an oil change. You mow your lawn. You clean your gutters. Every aspect of your exterior needs occasional service to keep your property at its best, and your sprinkler system is no exception. Luckily, sprinkler system maintenance is a breeze when you have the guidance of experts. By staying on top…

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Water Conservation Tips

Do Your Lawn (and Your Wallet!) A Favor: Why You Should Fix Your Irrigation System Today

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…

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3 Signs You Need Backflow Preventer Service

Do Your Lawn (and Your Wallet!) A Favor: Why You Should Fix Your Irrigation System Today

  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…

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