Stay Green This Summer: Irrigation Systems Explained – Spray Heads

Summertime is approaching, and the hot sun can have damaging effects on your lawn. We are often too busy to give our yards the proper care and watering they deserve, so we rely on our sprinkler systems. Is your lawn irrigation system right for your property? Over the next few weeks, Advanced Irrigation Inc., the full service lawn care, sprinkler systems and irrigation systems experts of the Twin Cities MN communities, will explain in this blog the different types of systems and how they might best benefit you.

It’s 6 a.m. The sun is just rising over the horizon, and you’re in your car driving to work. You’re about ready to get on the highway and all of a sudden, they pop out of the ground, and everything green is sprinkled with water. Your car might even be a slight victim of this H2O assault.

Spray head sprinkler systems are one of the most popular systems for keeping yards lush and green. They’re viewed often as the de facto choice for homeowners who want to ensure their vivid, green grass doesn’t turn into a dry, brown mess.

How Spray Heads Work

Spray head systems bodies, like other sprinkler and/or irrigation systems, come in two styles: pop-up and shrub. Pop-up spray heads pop out of the ground whenever the system is operating, then drop back down once the spraying is complete. Shrub spray heads sprays water over the plants, as these heads are mounted above ground level on a vertical pipe.

Installation Process

The installation timeframe depends on the size of the project. Since a sprinkler system installation involves digging and pipe work, we recommend you use a professional irrigation system contractor instead of doing the work yourself. Any mistake could result in water leaks, which means a higher water bill. A professional will be able to avert these missteps.

Generally, the installation of a spray head system involves building a manifold, a group of control valves, followed by pipe laying and connecting the spray heads.

Spray Heads Advantages

Spray heads are perfect for precise irrigation control over small areas. Most spray heads have a spraying range of 5-15 feet, and water pressure varies between 20-30 PSI.

Pop-up spray heads are arguably the heads of choice for many homeowners. They don’t detract from the landscape, as they are virtually invisible once the job is done. Shrub spray heads are perfect for areas with many tall, dense shrubs, but being above ground and noticeable can cause second thoughts about its utilization. Plus, they can be damaged by lawn care equipment and should not be used in areas next to a sidewalk, path, driveway, etc.

Irrigation professionals like Advanced Irrigation will go over the pros and cons of both during an initial consultation. Call us today at 612.599.8675 or get a Free Estimate at www.AdvancedIrrigationMn.com.