Pinpoint issues with your sprinkler before they get out of hand.
However, a sprinkler system can develop problems over time.
If you don’t have experience working onhome plumbing systems, call a plumber to help.
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Avoid jerking the valve or forcing it to turn, as this could cause the valve to break off.
Minor problems, like a broken sprinkler head, can typically be fixed by the average homeowner.
Remove the broken sprinkler head and replace it with a new one to fix the leak.
Soil Erosion
Your sprinkler system should be set up to water the entire yard fora set time of day.
The installers will typically walk the homeowner through the basics and demonstrate how the sprinkler system operates.
If the issue falls outside your skillset, call a plumber to inspect and repair the sprinkler system.
This issue is typically due to a malfunctioning control panel, electrical issues, or faulty wiring.
For more complex repairs, it’s best to call a plumber.
Some systems can even detect and respond to rainy weather by skipping the watering cycle for the day.
In the worst case, you might need a new control panel.
Electrical issues can cause intermittent issues or even prevent the entire system from working.
Call an experienced electrician or sprinkler system technician to fix this issue.
