Listed below are items we at Rainy Days Irrigation inc. incorporate into every irrigation system that add value, functionality and longevity to an irrigation system.

Trenched pipe installation vs. Plowing; We believe trenching insures that each pipe is put into place without undo stress being applied during or after the installation or that there are not any rocks that can damage the pipe over time or that the pipe depth is consistent. The most common service call is for a broken pipe or a loose fitting.

Another misconception about plowing is that the lawn is not damaged during the installation. The reality is that plowing lifts the soil about 4” creating a “slow bump” in your yard. This mound most be compacted down and during the compaction process the roots of the grass are damaged. The damage does not show up right away but as soon as the temperature rises the plant suffers.

Head placement and Zoning: Sprinkler heads operate best when spaced head to head with at least three heads covering any one area. It is not always possible to do this. The irrigation zones are determined by sun exposure, elevation and plant type as well as water volume availability. There are certain areas of each yard that require more water than others-proper zoning gives you the ability to apply water as needed to the different areas of your yard. Proper head placement and zoning allows you to conserve water while maintaining a beautiful landscape.

Quality Products: There is a difference in the products available to us these days. Rainy Days Irrigation Inc. avoids using the basic residential products. Each irrigation manufacturer has several different levels of products based on features, quality and longevity. We use better products because it does make a difference.