Sprinklers and Irrigation
New Sprinkler System: Check This Before You Dig
As spring moves closer, you start to think about doing some serious gardening. Before you get out your shovel to tinker with your sprinkling system, here is a checklist for what you need to inspect first. Root Structures of Trees and Bushes Trees and bushes grow deep roots, especially if they are located in one…
Read MoreAre You Using Too Much Water?
Sacramento summers seem to have two ubiquitous features: droughts and heat. If you are not careful, you may use too much water in your yard. Here are several ways to know that you are wasting water and money on your landscaping. Watering Indiscriminately When you do not know how to properly water a specific kind…
Read MoreYour Sprinkling System Is Flooding. Now What?
You go outside to check on your sprinkler, and see that a portion of the yard is flooded. Before you start to panic, take a deep breath and realize that you can probably identify the problem and have it repaired within a day or two. Here’s how to prevent damage to your lawn, and what…
Read MoreHow to Winterize Your Home Sprinkler System: Step-by-Step Guide for Sacramento Homes
As summer turns to autumn, homeowners around Sacramento and nearby regions like Roseville, Citrus Heights, and Rancho Cordova are turning their attention to all the things that need to be done to prepare their homes for the colder months ahead. Sacramento experiences mild winters, but freezing temperatures can still occur, causing severe damage to sprinkler…
Read MoreHome Sprinkler System Troubleshooting Guide: Fix Common Issues Fast
When spring is in full swing, you might want to test out your sprinkler system before it gets hot. But what would you do when it does not work well? If you live in Sacramento, you know that handling sprinkler issues early on can prevent major water damage. Fortunately, there are a few things you…
Read More5 Ways to Save Water This Summer
With summer fast approaching, water use in California is about to take a sharp climb. Hot weather often means more showers, more watering of lawns and gardens, and more parties (which lead to more dishes and cleaning). How can you do your part to help the environment, and help yourself save gallons and dollars alike?…
Read MoreOff-Season Watering in California
Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean you’re done caring for your lawn. It’s one of the few downsides to the mild autumns and winters in California — it seems like lawn care never ends. But different seasons bring different lawn care needs, and something as simple as watering your lawn needs to be…
Read MoreGetting Your Irrigation and Sprinkler Systems Ready for Spring
For more tips and tricks on safely getting your irrigation system ready after a long winter’s nap:Contact us Today at Ace Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Make Sure the Ground Isn’t Frozen Before you start de-winterizing your system, you want to make sure the ground isn’t still frozen. Use a shovel and dig about 12-inches…
Read MoreHow to Choose a Garden Irrigation System
While considering drip irrigation systems for your garden, you will have to remember that this type of watering system has pinpoint precision. Drip irrigation systems consist of a hose that has holes in it that releases the water along flower or plant beds slowly but surely and other equipment. Choosing a Watering System When you want to…
Read MoreSprinklers vs Irrigation Systems
Watering your plants is important to you, and we understand that you only want the best for your greenery. Unless you’ve got monster energy and lots of time to spare, you’re likely looking for an effective way to water your plants. Maybe you are considering sprinkler systems and irrigation systems. But which one would be best…
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