Jennifer Klemmetson

Whether you’re a seasoned irrigation pro or you’re just getting started in the business, it’s important to understand what goes into an irrigation system. You may know all of the pieces, but take some time to refresh your memory as to what’s what, where things go and how it all works together to make your job easier.

Saving water has been a hot topic of conversation for years – and not just in the irrigation industry – with drought conditions in most of the country. However, saving water isn’t the only challenge the industry faces. While homeowners are driving the market for technology advancements, technology cannot solve all problems. That’s where the human factor comes in.

Replacing an old irrigation controller may mean increased water savings and sustainability, but doing so typically adds to the growing pile of discarded electronics taking up space in landfills.

Kids and pets romp around on the lawn. Golfers trample over your fairways. Football players run plays up and down your fields. The sun beats down on the turf, and the drought reduces the amount of water available to the root zones. This takes a toll on the turf. But you can improve the health and appearance of that thin, worn down grass.