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Frequently Asked Questions

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General Tips & Inforamtion
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General Tips & Inforamtion
Will an automatic sprinkler system use more water than I am currently using?
Does having a sprinkler system really save me time?
Will an automatic sprinkler system water as well as I do when I water by hand?
We generally get 40 or more inches of rainfall a year. Do we really need a sprinkler system?
What are the components of an automatic sprinklers system?
Can I install an automatic sprinkler system on my own?



Will an automatic sprinkler system use more water than I am currently using?

A. No. -- In fact, an automatic sprinkler system may actually save you water. A well designed, efficient irrigation system applies exactly the amount of water needed by your landscape. You will never again have to worry about wasting water if you forget to turn off the hose. Plus, with a Rain Bird rain shut off sensor your system will know when it is raining and simply turn itself off when water is not needed.

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Does having a sprinkler system really save me time?

A. Yes. -- You won't have to spend another minute of your valuable leisure time watering the lawn. Your new system will do all the watering for you - even when you are away from home!

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Will an automatic sprinkler system water as well as I do when I water by hand?

A. An automatic sprinkler system will do a more efficient job because it will be designed based on your landscapes diverse watering needs, using specific products designed to water grass, trees, shrubs or garden plants.

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We generally get 40 or more inches of rainfall a year. Do we really need a sprinkler system?

A. If it rained at your house every three days -- the same exact amount each time -- you probably would not need a sprinkler system. But nature doesn't work that way, and the only way to ensure healthy, lush yard is to make certain that your lawn and plants receive a regularly timed and evenly measured amount of water. In the dry season when there is little or no rain, your plants can suffer stress and damage after just a few days without water.

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What are the components of an automatic sprinklers system?

A. A typical system is comprised of a controller (which functions as the brains of the system), valves (which open and close to release and stop the flow of water to underground pipes) and sprinklers (which distribute water to specific areas). The sprinkler system can be customized further with rain shut off devices, soil moisture sensors and drip irrigation zones.

It is best if all of a system’s components are manufactured by the same company in order to ensure that they will work well together. Rain Bird designs and manufactures the most complete line of components that make up an efficient irrigation system. 

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Can I install an automatic sprinkler system on my own?

You can install an automatic sprinkler system on your own. As with any home improvement project, you should consider all the aspects of the project before you begin.

  • Understand the time and tools necessary to complete the job. Consult local hardware and plumbing stores, or nurseries for more information on the tools necessary to complete the installation. If you have specific installation or maintenance questions, please consult our Manuals and Support Library. Depending on the size of your property, installing a system could take more than just a few days to complete.
     
  • It helps to have a blueprint of the system before you begin, that’s where Rain Bird’s Sprinkler System Design Service can help you. When you use the service you will receive a design plan, plus a shopping list of the product you will need in order to complete your installation.
     
  • Always consult local plumbing and electrical codes. Most municipalities require a backflow preventer to prevent the flow of irrigation water into the main drinking water supply. It is better to know the code requirements before you begin the installation to avoid costly mistakes.
     
  • If you already have an existing lawn and landscape you might need to move plants, trees or shrubs in order to install the system. Make sure you have prepped the area before you begin the installation.
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