by University Sprinklers | Jul 11, 2016 | Irrigation Repairs
Unfortunately, we come across irrigation system problems like this unattended broken sprinkler head on the right all the time. Over 500 gallons per week were pouring down the storm drain at this site, due to a broken head. This shameful waste of precious water...
by University Sprinklers | Jul 2, 2015 | Irrigation Repairs, Irrigation Services
Irrigation systems can be complicated. In addition to needing a timer and electric valves, they also need backflow preventers – these are devices that safeguard the water supply from unanticipated back pressure and back-siphoning. Back-siphonage is the flow of...
by University Sprinklers | Jun 15, 2015 | Irrigation Repairs, Water-Wise Irrigation
Caveat: None of these sites were installed by University Sprinkler Systems! We spend a lot of time on the road, and many irrigation repair needs catch our eye while we are cruising to client sites. Every now and again, we snap a photo so we can share these stories. A...
by University Sprinklers | May 28, 2015 | Irrigation Repairs, Irrigation Services, Irrigation Systems, Tips and Tricks, Water-Wise Irrigation
If you have a soggy, low point in your irrigated lawn or garden, a change of sprinkler head may solve your problem. Sprinkler heads like the Rain Bird SAM (Seal-A-Matic™) sprinkler head are ideal for use in areas with changing elevations. How the Rain Bird SAM...
by University Sprinklers | Mar 31, 2015 | Irrigation Repairs, Irrigation Services
Spring has sprung in the Lower Mainland, and our irrigation service crews are geared up and ready for spring startup! What is Irrigation Spring Startup? Our spring startup service makes your irrigation system ready for the coming season. We re-charge your system’s...
by University Sprinklers | Aug 11, 2014 | Favourite Projects, Irrigation Repairs, Irrigation Systems
Sometimes we have to go to extreme measures to get the job done. But that doesn’t stop us! Check out the guys servicing the irrigation system on this tiny island. Another tough day in the office… This is a very extensive project just coming to completion...
