Yards featuring dense, green grass may improve curb appeal and make outdoor spaces more enjoyable. Ohio lawns must receive approximately one inch of water per week to remain healthy and beautiful. Installing an irrigation system ensures your lawn stays hydrated, especially during warm and dry conditions of summer. This guide outlines more about automatic sprinklers and their advantages.

What Is an Irrigation System?

Irrigation systems consist of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes that are installed underground. They connect to risers topped with sprinkler heads, which emerge from the grass throughout the yard. During operation, water from the home supply moves through the channels and emits from the heads, showering the surrounding lawn and landscaping beds with moisture. 

These features use control panels that permit homeowners to program them to run at specific times throughout the week. Smart systems automatically adjust moisture volume outputs and irrigation frequency according to rainfall, soil moisture levels, and the water needs of various plants.

What Benefits Do They Provide?

Lawn irrigation systems prevent the need to water grass manually, which can save time and physical effort. You won't have to worry about forgetting to irrigate your yard since most installations run automatically. 

Sprinklers also deliver precise amounts of moisture to grass and garden beds. This promotes the health of grass and foliage by preventing excess water from blocking the flow of oxygen to roots or causing fungal pathogens to grow. Since the features deliver moisture uniformly over the lawn, pooling water and runoff are also less likely to occur. This helps avoid unsightly puddles, landscape damage, and groundwater contamination. 

Do They Require Maintenance?

Perform a visual inspection once a month. Look for common problems, such as cracked sprinkler heads or pooling water, which can indicate pipe leaks. If you notice these issues, contact a lawn irrigation company for repairs or replacement part installations. 

Since lawn equipment and foot traffic can move the heads out of position, manually turn or adjust the angles to ensure they distribute water to the correct areas. Prior to cold-weather seasons, schedule professional winterization to remove residual moisture from pipes, valves, and heads to prevent water from freezing, expanding, and damaging these components.

Keep your lawn hydrated and healthy with help from Design Rite Sprinkler Company in Milford, OH. They have been providing sprinkler design, installation, repairs, and maintenance to homeowners throughout Cincinnati and northern Kentucky since 1996. Their experienced team also offers backflow testing and prevention to keep your water supply clean. Call (513) 248-8999 to book a free consultation and estimate, and visit the website to find out how their irrigation systems can improve your outdoor spaces.