Frequently Asked Questions About Irrigation and Outdoor Systems
Irrigation System Questions
There Is A Red Light On My Controller That Is Staying On. What Is The Problem?
The rain sensor has temporally suspended the watering for your irrigation system. When the cork in the rain sensor dries, the irrigation system will resume the programmed water schedule.
The Display On My Controller Is Blank
Check to make sure the power to the controller is on. Plug a lamp in the outlet to see if it has power.
My System Or A Station Stays Running After The Controller Is Off Or Unplugged.
You have a bad diaphragm in that station's control valve.
Can I Save On My Water Bill If I Have a Separate Meter?
Yes, it takes about 3 years for the savings to pay for itself. Check with your water company, asking about a split meter.
Outdoor Lighting Questions
Can I Upgrade My Lights to LED?
Yes, you can. LED bulbs use less power and have an average 5-year bulb life.Can I Put My Transformers That Run My Lights On A Phone App?
Yes, you can. We have several vendors that have phone apps that allow a smart switch. You must have a Wi-Fi signal at your transformer. It will also work with most voice controllers.Can You Locate Cut Wires That Are Keeping Some of My Lights from Working?
We will trace out those wires and splice in new wire with waterproof connectors.I Would Like My Lights To Run Off A Photocell, Dusk To Dawn.
We can put a transformer photocell on any brand of transformers or direct lights.
Backflow Prevention Questions
Backflow Has A Slight Drip Coming From The Bottom Of Backflow
You have trash under one of the seats of the check valves.
My Backflow Is Dumping A Steady Stream Of Water Out Of The Bottom
The relief valve has trash under its seat.
Backflow spits water out of the bottom when water is turned off or on.
A pressure difference between upstream and downstream.
Backflow Is Shooting A Stream Of Water Out The Side Test Cocks.
Someone has opened a test cock and left it open.
