“Winterize sprinkler system” should be at the top of your autumn things-to-do list. Irrigation system winterization is one of the most critical maintenance tasks you need to do for your residential or business irrigation system. If a lawn sprinkler system is not winterized – especially in New England – you run the risk of having the backflow, lines and sprinkler heads freeze and crack, which can result in significant repair costs and delay use at the beginning of the critical spring growing season. That’s why so many sprinkler system owners throughout central Massachusetts turn to Mike Lynch Enterprises in Millbury, MA.
At Mike Lynch Enterprises our winterize sprinkler system service includes the following:
- Opening valves
- Opening draw-offs
- Draining the backflow
- Commercial grade compressor for effective winterization
Some homeowners may not realize that in-ground irrigation systems are susceptible to harsh winter weather which can freeze water lines and crack valves and sprinkler heads. That’s why it’s so important to winterize sprinkler system components for a long winter’s nap.
Some people try to winterize their irrigation systems themselves. To do a proper winterize sprinkler system is more than just shutting off the water and power to your system. If your system runs on a programmed, automatic timer, the controller needs to be shut down correctly before winter sets in.
The most important winterize sprinkler system task is something called “blowing out the lines.” This aptly-named process is generally done using compressed air – a compressor is attached to each of the irrigation system zones and compressed air is injected into the lawn sprinkler system, blowing any remaining water out of the lines and sprinkler heads. By thoroughly blowing out and winterizing your residential or business lawn irrigation system, you’re protecting TWO valuable assets – your lawn sprinkler system AND your landscaping. Chances are, you’ve invested a significant amount in your lawn and gardens and irrigation system — it makes sense to protect them both.
To learn more about service to winterize sprinkler system elements properly, give us a call or email us today at Mike Lynch Enterprises. We’ll be happy to do it right for you!