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Automatic Sprinkler Systems Good for Your Lawn and Your Wallet By Anne Yankus
We may still be up to our ears in ice melt, but the time is not far off when we’ll be wishing for such excess to keep our lawns healthy and green. No one wants to manually water the lawn when it’s 90 degrees outside! Fortunately, there’s a simple solution that won’t have you fiddling with sprinkler knobs all summer long: automatic sprinkler systems! Aren’t automatic sprinklers expensive and wasteful? Not so! Modern sprinkler systems are a lot smarter than the ones you’d see 15 years ago, watering the sidewalk during a rainstorm. Most systems have customizable programming, and others have smart controllers or automated sensors that can tell if your lawn has already been getting enough rainwater. Besides the convenience of not having to wake up early to water your lawn at the optimal time of day, you also don’t have to worry about your grass getting too much or not enough water when you’re on vacation. As for the water bill, modern sprinkler systems are by far cheaper than watering the grass the old-fashioned way. Regularly-watered grass is also a boon for your home’s curb appeal and resale value. Having an automatic sprinkler system will keep your lawn lush and green all summer, eliminating the unsightly brown spots that come with manual watering, which
is—let’s face it—inevitably uneven. Modern sprinkler systems are also designed to avoid excessive runoff and standing water, which can reduce fungi and plant disease that can be caused by excessive dampness. Less runoff means more nutrients stay in your soil. When you start to shop around for a sprinkler system, there are a few things you’ll want to take into consideration. The type of soil you have in your yard will determine how often it needs watering. You should also consider the size and shape of your yard as well as any water usage rules that may be set by your local municipality. You’ll also want to look into a system that comes with professional installation rather than a DIY kit. You’re not just setting out sprinklers here! Professionally installed sprinkler systems are generally smarter, have more programable options and soil sensors, and can be designed to fit your yard in the most optimal way.
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