Winterizing a sprinkler system requires a homeowner to be knowledgeable about the type of system installed. However, proper care and maintenance in the fall prevents heartache over cracked pipes, ruined seals, and broken valves in the spring. Damage to an underground irrigation system is costly to fix and may require a large portion of the yard to be dug out to locate the problem. Winterizing is fairly easy to learn and most do-it-yourselfers already own the necessary tools for the job. Most systems have a built in manual or automatic drain valve that uses gravity to encourage water from the...
How to Winterize a Sprinkler System
How to Winterize a Sprinkler System
