The backflow device is an important part of your sprinkler system. This strange-looking device prevents contaminated ground water from washing “back” into your home, and keeps your drinking water safe. Lately, the TriState Water Works irrigation experts have noticed that not all backflows are up to code. Sean Mullarkey shows this one simple thing to
It can be tricky to solder a ball valve without damaging it. This irrigation valve repair video shows you one simple trick to prevent leaks. (It’s not really a repair if the valve leaks afterward!) TriState Water Works is Cincinnati’s expert sprinkler system repair firm.
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Which kinds of repairs to your sprinkler system are the most costly? Sean finds that it’s usually wiring problems that will set you back. These issues can be hard to trace, and usually result from using the wrong equipment (or installing them incorrectly). He gives you tips for how to make repairs that last.
The backflow preventer is an important element of your irrigation system, keeping drinking water safe. It’s also quite sensitive to overnight freezes. Sean explains that it’s not unusual in the Cincinnati area to have late spring or early fall freezes that happen after sprinkler spring start-up or before winterization. If there’s a freeze in the
