IRRIGATION for Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, and Middle Tennessee
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The Benefits of an Automatic Sprinkler System
Having a beautiful landscape doesn't mean you have to spend hour after hour working in your yard. With a professionally installed Rain Bird automatic sprinkler system, your lawn will be the envy of the neighborhood!
In addition to keeping your landscape attractive year-round, an automatic sprinkler system will help conserve water too. Your system will place exactly the right amount of water on specific lawn and garden areas so that water is not wasted. Rain Bird also has moisture-sensing devices that can automatically turn off your system when it rains.
In fact, a professionally installed automatic sprinkler system is one of the best investments that you can make for your home. Just ask anyone who has one. There is no easier or more cost-effective way to beautify your home, increase its value, and save yourself a lot of time and money.
Keep in mind, however, that there is more to a sprinkler system than just sprinklers! System design and installation are critical factors that will affect your system’s performance and longevity. This is why it is important to have a professional irrigation contractor design and install the right system for your home. You can count on a professional to do the job right the first time.
So put away your garden hose and let Rain Bird do your watering for you -- automatically! You'll have greener grass, healthier plants, and much more free time to smell the roses instead of watering them.
Why purchase a Rain Bird automatic sprinkler system?
- YOU'LL SAVE TIME: Your system will do all the watering for you.
- YOU'LL SAVE WATER: An automatic system uses less water than watering by hand.
- YOU'LL SAVE MONEY: Your water bills will be lower and your plants will live longer.
- YOU'LL REST EASY: The Rain Bird name is your assurance of quality, value, and performance.
Choosing an Irrigation Contractor
A very important decision...
The success of your irrigation system depends largely on the contractor you choose to design and install it.
A contractor's expertise and skills will affect your system's efficiency and reliability. In fact, how your irrigation system is designed and installed will make the difference between a system that continues to keep your lawn healthy and green, and one that creates problems by wasting water and leaving your lawn unhealthy and brown. Choosing the right contractor is a big decision, but it is not as difficult as you may think. Here are a few tips that will help you select a contractor who will guarantee a job well done.
What to Expect:
An efficient, well-organized contractor will be happy to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed choice. First, the contractor will want to view your property in order to determine soil conditions, water sources and pressure, and planting materials. He will then present a formal estimate detailing what he plans to do and the total price for design, materials, and installation. Along with the estimate, the contractor should clearly explain all the project specifics. Generally, there should be little disruption to existing foliage, and the average job should take less than a week.
Questions to Ask:
The best contractors will encourage you to ask many questions.
By asking questions, you will know what type of sprinkler system you are getting for your money and what to expect from your new system. Here are a few important questions to consider:
- What type of product will be used and why? A professional should tell you what type of controller, valves, rotors, or spray heads are best for your landscape.
- Is after-sale service provided? A professional should be willing and able to provide after-sale service.
- Is there a system warranty? A professional’s work should be guaranteed — a one-year warranty is typical.
- Does he have references available? A professional should be willing to provide you with the names and telephone numbers of recent satisfied customers, so you can call and check his references.
You Get What You Pay For
When choosing a contractor, you should be wary of those who offer to charge you significantly less than others.
Low bidders may not be licensed or insured and may often use cost-cutting techniques that can jeopardize your lawn and shorten the life of your system.
Watch out for these commonly used, undesirable short-cuts:
- Not including a backflow preventer: This is often required by local codes to protect your drinking water.
- Installing sprinklers too far apart: This makes it impossible for certain areas to receive enough water and can cause brown spots during the hot summer months.
- Mixing sprinklers with different application rates on the same line: This causes one area to be overwatered in order to sufficiently water another.
- Not using special watertight connectors and a protective valve box: These components are necessary to safeguard the electrical elements, guard against short circuits and prevent corrosion.
Confidence Counts
Above all, you should choose a contractor you trust and in whom you feel confident.
It is also important that he installs professional series products such as those manufactured by Rain Bird. For over 70 years, professional irrigation contractors have used Rain Bird products to provide the industry's most cost-effective and reliable irrigation systems. Choosing a contractor who uses Rain Bird professional series products is the best way to ensure that your project will be done right.
Your sprinkler system is a complex network of pipes, valves, sprinklers, and electrical connections. Because it serves as the circulation system for your entire yard, the design and installation of your sprinkler system is critical. This is a complicated process that requires specialized tools and equipment, as well as a strong knowledge of landscape design and hydraulics. This is why it is so important to have a professional contractor design and install your system.
