If your lawn has seen better days, before you invest in treatments or new equipment, check your irrigation system.
Failing to winterize your irrigation system can have negative consequences and potentially lead to problems with your ...
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There’s no timeline for reopening the $24 million Bethel pool, which closed right after the grand opening this past Saturday due to a sprinkler system issue. Acting City Manager Pete Williams says the ...
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How To Winterize Your Sprinkler System

Close any open drain valves or test cocks. Open the sprinkler water supply valve. Do this slowly to avoid pressure spikes. Turn the controller back on and run each zone manually to check for leaks, ...
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