Irrigation System Maintenance in Austin

Understanding the Importance of Irrigation Maintenance

Broken heads, leaks and wasted water lead to equipment failure, misuse and waste of water resources — and can cause water bills to skyrocket if left unseen and unrepaired. We will visit your location monthly and check the entire irrigation system for problems. This type of service is best done by our professionals who know just what to look for and how to make needed repairs. Regular maintenance catches problems before they become systemic and expensive, saving you money while protecting your landscape investment.

Why Water Matters So Much

Water is essential for supporting plant life in multiple critical ways:

• Nutrient Transport – Water is the carrier in which dissolved minerals enter and move about in plants.
• Photosynthesis – Water is necessary for the chemical conversion of sunlight into carbohydrates.
• Temperature Regulation – Plant and environmental cooling occurs as water releases through leaves and blades as vapor.
• Structural Support – Water has a structural role in maintaining plant rigidity and health.

Benefits of Proper Irrigation

There are several benefits derived from lawn irrigation. When lawns and landscape are properly watered, appearance is maintained and pride of ownership enhanced. In addition, proper irrigation often decreases weed invasion and allows lawn grasses to better tolerate insect and disease pressure. On the other hand, improper irrigation practices can lead to serious problems:

• Excessive watering can lead to a shallow turf root system and weed and pest invasions.
• Under-watered turf becomes open and sparse, develops a poor appearance, and allows weed invasion.

The presence of adequate water during summer is the environmental factor that determines whether a lawn is green and growing or brown and dormant. Supplemental irrigation is essential during many Central Texas summers to maintain green, actively growing lawns.