Fall To Do List for Your Lawn

Summer is nearly over, and fall begins in just a few short weeks. Is your lawn ready for the upcoming cold months? Here is a brief rundown of how to make sure lawns and irrigation systems in Eden Prairie are ready for fall and winter. 

First of all, you are going to want to call Advanced Irrigation to schedule your fall blow out. We do a lot of these throughout the fall months for irrigation systems, so it is best to call us as soon as possible to get on our schedule. We take care of things like draining the pipes of water and making sure the system is ready for the colder temperatures. Irrigation systems definitely need fall blow out services so the harsh winter weather does not damage them!

Then you should take the time to clean up your yard. Rake up any debris and clear out debris and any other trash out of your flower beds. Fluff mulch with a rake. This ensures the water will penetrate deeper into your soil. Fall flowers like chrysanthemums and asters are great for this time of year, so it is now time to shop for those plants and get them in the ground.

The hot summer months can be tough on anyone’s yard, no matter how well maintained they are and how often the irrigation systems run. So take the time to reseed your yard wherever it is needed. If you decide to prune any plants, take a lighter hand with them than you normally would. Pruning helps to promote new growth, so you do not want to encourage too much of that as the temperatures are starting to drop. 

For more information on irrigation systems in Eden Prairie, call Advanced Irrigation at 612-599-8675 or contact us for a Free Estimate.

Fall Lawn Care Tips

Can you believe that fall is right around the corner? Now is a great time to start transitioning your lawn to the fall season. As a company that provides lawn care to Minnetonka residential and commercial clients, we have a few tips for you on how to keep your lawn looking great no matter what time of year it is.

Mowing Height

It is time to adjust the mowing height of your lawnmower. If you raised it during the summer months, reposition it so your grass will be about two inches tall after it has been mowed. If your lawn is a little shorter during the fall season, this is a great lawn care technique because it will prevent the grass from matting down under the weight of snow and leaves. But don’t cut your grass too short either because that can lead to weeds.

Water Your Lawn

Grass and other plants still need to be watered even as the weather cools down. Try to water your lawn once or twice a week if there has not been a lot of rain. If you have an irrigation system, it should be reprogrammed for the fall months. Talk to the professionals at Advanced Irrigation.

Weed Your Lawn and Garden

Fall is the best time of year for this lawn care chore. Weed killer sprays work the best when the temperatures are moderate and when the soil is moist. A little weed prevention now will help when the spring rolls around again.

Rake Debris

It is time to do one of the most dreaded lawn care chores: raking. Get rid of any leaves that have accumulated and any thatch that has accumulated too. Keeping up with this chore will help your grass grow next spring!

For more information on lawn care in Minnetonka, call Advanced Irrigation at 612-599-8675 or contact us for a Free Estimate.

What are Some Common Lawn Sprinkler Systems Problems?

When it comes to lawn sprinkler systems, things can get confusing pretty easily. There are so many different parts to keep track of, and if one part of the system is not working properly, it can affect the rest of the system and cause the whole thing to stop working. We are a Minneapolis lawn sprinkler systems company, and here are a few of the most common problems we encounter when checking on and troubleshooting these systems.

Shrubs and planter beds should be watered separately from the other grassy areas of your yard. Shrubs and other similar plants will usually have a larger root system than the grass in your yard. Putting them on separate lawn sprinkler systems will help to make sure that each part of your yard is being watered equally and that one part is not getting more water than the other.

The proper spray nozzle can make a huge difference in how lawn sprinkler systems function. Making sure the right one is spraying the right part of your yard can be confusing. That is why you should call in professionals like us! We can make sure your system is using the right kind of nozzles and that they are spraying in the correct pattern so your yard is getting plenty of water. 

Another thing to consider is your rain shut-off valve. This piece helps tell your system if it has rained or is raining so your system does not turn on and over-water your yard. Not only will this keep your yard from being over-watered, it will also help conserve water and could possibly help you save money on your water bill in the long run!

For more information about Minneapolis lawn sprinkler systems, call Advanced Irrigation at 612-599-8675 or contact us for a Free Estimate.

Lawn Sprinkler Systems and Spring Start Ups

It’s spring and the weather has finally warmed up. And that means it’s time to schedule your spring start up if you haven’t already. We here at Advanced Irrigation can take care of this warm weather chore for you! We service lawn sprinkler systems in Orono and the surrounding areas. Here is a brief rundown of what you can expect when we come to service your lawn sprinkler systems. 

When our technician arrives at your home, the process will begin with a visual inspection of your lawn sprinkler systems. He will check for any obvious damage and make sure the damage is repaired before filling your sprinklers with water. This will help ensure that no further damage is done to the system after it’s filled with water. 

Filling the lawn sprinkler systems with water is a slow process. It’s done slowly to make sure the systems aren’t overwhelmed with water. That could cause damage or, if there is already damage there that the technician couldn’t see, it could make it worse. Filling it slowly helps avoid costly repairs in the long run.

If the water is flowing through the systems and there is no damage, then it’s time to turn the lawn sprinkler systems on for the season. They will then be programmed according to your property’s watering and irrigation needs. The settings can be adjusted throughout the season as needed. The technician will keep your property’s specific needs, climate and environment in mind when he is programming the system.

Once your lawn sprinkler systems are up and running, you can enjoy your yard for the season! It will look great and we can come out any time you need us to reprogram the system and to check up on it.

For lawn sprinkler systems in Orono, call Advanced Irrigation at 612-599-8675 or get in touch with us for a Free Estimate.

Lawn Sprinkler Season is Here!

It’s spring and we all know what that means: warm weather, shorts, flip-flops and tank tops! But is your lawn ready? Advanced Irrigation has a few recommendations for lawn sprinklers in Elk River.

There are three main types of lawn sprinklers out there. When Advanced Irrigation comes to your house to do landscaping to get your yard spring-ready, we might use one of these or a combination or all three! Here’s a quick rundown:

Oscillating lawn sprinklers are always a good choice because they are excellent at watering rectangular lawns, and they do well with high or low water pressure. These lawn sprinklers are usually very water-efficient, so they won’t drive up your water bill.

Pulsating lawn sprinklers will work well in larger lawns and in lawns that are not a standard shape. Pulsating sprinklers are one of the most water-efficient lawn sprinklers on the market at this point.

Stationary lawn sprinklers are an inexpensive option for smaller lawns. (Plus little kids love running through them to cool off on a hot summer day!)

Choosing between these three main types of sprinklers can get confusing at times, especially when you’re not sure exactly what your lawn and landscaping need to thrive this spring and summer. Advanced Irrigation is here to help though! We can come to your Elk River home and assess your lawn’s needs and make our recommendation and then install your new lawn sprinklers. Sometimes, we will even recommend drip heads for your flower beds depending on what kind of flowers you have planted and how much water they need. Our technician has more than 12 years of experience, so he will know exactly what your lawn needs after he visits and takes a look.

So when you need lawn sprinklers for your Elk River landscaping, call Advanced Irrigation at 612-599-8675 or get a Free Estimate.