Plus Program & Basic Program Clients: We’ve Got You Covered
When it comes time to winterize sprinkler system, you may have questions. Let’s answer them! We bring our irrigation expertise to the TriState area– Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Butler County, Clermont County, Northern Kentucky, and southwest Indiana. If you’re a homeowner in these parts, this article is for you.
What if I’m Part of the Plus Program or Basic Program?
TriState Water Works clients who belong to the Plus Program or Basic Program are already prepared for sprinkler system winterization. We’ve got you on the schedule, and your system will be prepared before the threat of the first freeze. Feel free to skip this article and get yourself a pumpkin spice latte.
Winterize Sprinkler System Question 1: Why Do I Need this Irrigation Service?
Winterize sprinkler system service is the #1 most important irrigation maintenance appointment. If you don’t do it, you likely won’t have a sprinkler system next year. Any water that is left in the pipes, valves, sprinkler heads or backflow device over the winter will freeze and break these components.
It’s not enough to simply turn off your system. It needs to be winterized.
Watch the Winterize Sprinkler System Video: “All About Sprinkler System Winterization“
Winterize Sprinkler System Question 2: When Does this Irrigation Service Happen?
Sprinkler system winterization needs to be complete before the threat of freezing temperatures. Depending on the weather in the Cincinnati area, we start winterizing systems as early as September. We finish by Thanksgiving. In late November, it’s all too likely that we’ll experience at least one overnight freeze.
Watch the Winterize Sprinkler System Video: “We Call it Sprinkler Winterization, but it Happens in the Fall“
Winterize Sprinkler System Question 3: How Long Does It Take?
It takes about five minutes to winterize each zone. So, if you have 10 zones, we’ll be at your property about an hour.
We value your time, and make every effort to arrive on-time for appointments. With certain installations, some clients don’t even need to be home for their appointments. But check with the office about your particular sprinkler system.
Watch the Winterize Sprinkler System Video: “How Long Will My Sprinkler Winterization Take?“
Winterize Sprinkler System Question 4: What’s Involved?
There are five steps to winterize a sprinkler system. The goal is to remove all water from the system.
- At the main shut-off valve, turn off water to the sprinklers
- Hook a low-pressure air compressor up to the sprinkler system
- Protect the backflow device from air pressure. This device is only meant for water, not air
- Blowout each zone for two minutes to remove most water in the pipes
- Blowout each zone for an additional minute to remove any remaining water droplets
Learn More: Sprinkler System Problems We Prevent
Winterize Sprinkler System Question 5: How Much Does It Cost?
To professionally winterize a sprinkler system might cost less than you think. TriState Water Works Plus Program clients pay $95 for one to six zones (additional zones are $12 apiece). While that’s our best pricing, you may expect to pay $115 for one to six zones, with each additional zone $15 more if you’re looking for a one-time service.
Learn More About TriState Water Works Pricing
Winterize Sprinkler System Question 6: Can I Do It Myself?
While you can do it yourself, professional winterization is your best option. We use a specific air compressor that doesn’t put too much pressure on the system. Air compressors that you rent or use to fill up tires might loosen pipe connections and cause leaks throughout the system.
Are you looking to winterize sprinkler system this fall? Contact us for a free quote.
Leave A Comment