by University Sprinklers | Jun 19, 2017 | Irrigation Systems, Water-Wise Irrigation
Stage One Watering Restrictions are in effect in Metro Vancouver, and while our “less than impressive” winter and spring mean we our reservoirs are in good shape this year, and we are unlikely to move beyond Stage One restrictions, it is always prudent to...
by University Sprinklers | May 12, 2017 | Irrigation Repairs, Irrigation Systems, Tips and Tricks
Last spring we were called into a site where the homeowner was complaining of a consistent wet / soggy area in her garden. It was determined that the wet area was only present in the summer, not the winter. This seems somewhat counter-intuitive, but to us it indicates...
by University Sprinklers | Apr 11, 2017 | Irrigation Systems, Water-Wise Irrigation
The Vancouver Sun reports that the Metro water supply is looking good for summer 2017, which I guess is our reward for enduring such a snowy winter and wet spring! They write: “A normal snowpack, lots of rain and nearly full lakes mean Metro Vancouver will have...
by University Sprinklers | Jan 16, 2017 | Irrigation Systems
University Sprinklers will be exhibiting at these home and garden shows this winter and spring. Trade shows are a great opportunity to pick our brains for ideas, see products in action, get a feel for the potential scope of projects, and learn about new technologies....
by University Sprinklers | May 26, 2016 | Irrigation Systems, Tips and Tricks
Now that Stage One Watering Restrictions are in place (effective May 15, 2016), we are getting lots of inquiries about how to reset your irrigation timer. Here are some videos we have prepared to help you with this. Resetting Your Irrigation Timer The following videos...
by University Sprinklers | May 5, 2016 | Irrigation Systems, Water-Wise Irrigation
Metro Vancouver has amended the Water Shortage Response Plan in a number of ways, in response to last summer’s water shortage. Firstly, Vancouver watering restrictions come into effect May 15, and last until October 15. This is two weeks earlier than last year....
