Year-to-Date Rainfall Highlights Benefits of Water-Saving Irrigation Devices

Homeowners and communities that utilize city water for their sprinkler systems may wind up using water needlessly and wasting money, especially with all the rain that South Florida has received thus far this year. According to the South Florida Water Management District, the entire district has received approximately 103% of the typical amount of rain it would receive by this date, or 1.36” more than normal, while Eastern Palm Beach County has had more than 3.2” of rain above normal levels or 107% of its average.  A variety of products on the market can help people restrict their sprinkler systems from running when a property has received enough rain has fallen.

People across the Palm Beaches can hire licensed irrigation south florida companies to install some of these products, which will help cut down on water consumption and lead to lower water bills. Most commonly, people can get a simple device called a rainswitch or rain sensor installed and connected to their current sprinkler system. These devices prevent a sprinkler system from running if the property has received a certain threshold of rainfall. To work properly, the sprinkler professional must install the device in an area where it has a clear path to the sky. This means, the rainswitch cannot sit under an eave or a tree.

Other water-saving components of a sprinkler system that can help consumers save money and conserve water during periods of wet weather include so-called “smart” controllers and in-ground moisture sensors. Smart controllers use up-to-date weather data to override pre-set run times when applicable. In-ground moisture sensors communicate with the sprinkler controller to let it know which zones need irrigation based upon the level of moisture in the ground, preventing over-watering. Some of the most knowledgeable sprinkler repair palm beach businesses can educate customers about the different ways in which they can upgrade their systems to reduce water consumption.

Top sprinkler companies in Boynton Beach serve customers in West Palm Beach, Lake Worth, Wellington, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Jupiter and other areas across Palm Beach County.

Leading Irrigation Companies Help Boca Raton Residents Conserve Money and Keep Lawns Green

Efficient Irrigation Limits Water Waste

Inefficient irrigation, such as overspray onto sidewalks and other hardscapes, represents wasted money.

The ongoing economic funk has had many people across the South Florida region looking for ways to tighten their belts and save money. Many people would love to reduce their water bills. With much of the water used by a household going toward lawn irrigation, improving the efficiency of the sprinkler system can put a dent in people’s water bills. People living in Boca Raton and other area cities can contact businesses that offer irrigation boca raton services to try to improve the efficiency of their sprinkler systems. Professional sprinkler companies can take a number of steps to make customers’ sprinkler systems more effective and efficient, which can, in turn, lead to less water usage and smaller water bills.

Smart Irrigation Products Reduce Water Use

Go online to learn about different water-saving products and technologies on the market that can cut down how much water your sprinklers use, and call leading sprinkler contractors in the area to learn how much it would cost to have these devices installed. Some of the companies specializing in sprinklers palm beach help homeowners and communities cut down on their water usage by assessing their sprinkler systems and adjusting sprinkler heads and nozzles to minimize overspray, such as spray onto walls, driveways, roadways and other hardscapes. Homeowners and property managers may also want to enquire about products like rainswitches, moisture sensors and “smart” clocks.

Another option for many homeowners in South Florida involves changing the water source for their sprinklers from city water to alternative sources like a well, lake or canal. Although they will have to pay for the installation of the components, they essentially get a “free” source of water. Homeowners with homes backing up to lakes or canals may have the option of having a suction line and a pump installed. Note that some communities may restrict the usage of suction lines.