Find out why your sprinklers are barely spraying, from clogs and pressure problems to poor design, seasonal changes, wear and tear, and user errors.
Wondering how to tell if a sprinkler controller is bad? Learn the warning signs, quick fixes to try first, and when to call an irrigation professional.
Sprinkler system won’t turn on? Learn how to spot and fix clogged heads, heads broken by lawn mowers and supply pipes damaged by tree roots.
Learn how to unclog a lawn sprinkler system by flushing zones, vacuuming debris and cleaning filters and nozzles to restore even lawn watering.
Find out what happens if a lawn mower cuts off a lawn sprinkler, from leaks and uneven watering to repair costs, insurance and prevention tips.
Are sprinkler heads universal? No. Learn what affects compatibility, the main head types, and how to replace a sprinkler head step by step.
Find out how much it costs to replace a sprinkler nozzle, what affects repair prices, and the steps for swapping a head yourself versus hiring a pro.
Find a broken sprinkler pipe underground by checking your water meter, inspecting the lawn, using leak detection tools, then digging and repairing the pipe.
Learn how to adjust Rain Bird pop-up sprinkler heads, including the radius screw, spray pattern, arc, nozzle changes and the fixed left edge.
Skipping sprinkler de-winterization can leave frozen-damaged pipes, valves and heads hidden until spring. See the costs and why routine care saves money.