Irrigation system maintenance in Yonkers, NY

What a spring startup actually involves

Turning an irrigation system back on after winter is more than opening a valve. Water has to be reintroduced slowly so pressure surges don't crack fittings or blow heads out of the ground. Once the system is pressurized, each zone is run in turn while we walk the yard looking for geysers from broken heads, soggy spots that point to underground leaks, and heads that have sunk, tilted, or been clipped by a mower or snowplow.

We then adjust spray patterns so water lands on lawn and beds instead of sidewalks, driveways, and siding. Nozzles that have clogged with grit are cleaned or replaced. The controller is reset for the season, with run times matched to sun exposure and soil in each zone. Where a rain sensor is installed, we test that it actually stops the system when it rains.

Fall shutdown and why it matters in Westchester

Irrigation pipes are buried shallow, well above the frost line, and the valves, backflow device, and above-ground piping near the house are fully exposed. Any water left in them when temperatures fall below freezing can split pipe and crack the brass body of a backflow preventer. Those repairs are far more costly than a fall visit.

During shutdown we turn off the irrigation supply, drain the backflow assembly, and clear water from the lines according to the system's design, so nothing is sitting in pipe when the first hard freeze arrives. We also note any heads, valves, or wiring that need repair in spring, so you head into the next season with a plan rather than a surprise.

Keeping water use reasonable

A well-maintained system uses noticeably less water than a neglected one. Broken heads, leaking valves, and schedules that were never updated can waste a great deal over a summer. Seasonal maintenance is as much about efficiency as it is about a green lawn, and since Yonkers water and sewer bills are based on usage, fixing waste shows up on your statement.

What's Included

• Spring startup
• Head adjustment
• Leak checks
• Controller programming
• Backflow check
• Fall shutdown

Our Process

1. 1

   Book spring and fall visits

   We schedule startup after the hard freezes and shutdown before the first one.

2. 2

   Pressurize or drain

   Spring means refilling slowly; fall means draining and clearing the lines.

3. 3

   Walk every zone

   Each zone is run and inspected for leaks, broken heads, and poor coverage.

4. 4

   Adjust and note repairs

   Heads and timers are tuned, and any needed repairs are listed for you.

Why Choose Expert Plumbing of Yonkers for Irrigation system maintenance

Where We Provide Irrigation system maintenance

We offer irrigation system maintenance throughout greater Yonkers, including:

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