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Sprinkler head repair in a residential backyard in Waxhaw

Why Won’t a Sprinkler Head Pop Up?

Sprinkler Heads & NozzlesOctober 4, 202646Views 0Likes 0Comments

Quick answer: A sprinkler head may not pop up because of low zone pressure, a clogged nozzle or filter, a damaged head, soil packed around the riser, an underground leak, or a valve that is not opening fully. One head or the whole zone? If one head stays down while nearby heads operate normally, inspect…

Residential sprinkler system watering a healthy green lawn at a home in Waxhaw, North Carolina.

Why Does One Sprinkler Zone Have Low Pressure?

Leaks & Water PressureOctober 4, 202646Views 0Likes 0Comments

Quick answer: Low pressure on only one irrigation zone usually means the restriction or water loss is specific to that zone. Common causes include a leak, partially opening valve, clogged valve or filter, too many or incorrect nozzles, damaged piping, or multiple failing heads. Compare the affected zone with the rest If other zones have…

Alt: Irrigation technician diagnosing a sprinkler system problem in Waxhaw, North Carolina.

Symptoms of a Bad Irrigation Solenoid

Valves & SolenoidsOctober 4, 202645Views 0Likes 0Comments

Quick answer: A failing irrigation solenoid can cause a zone not to open, operate intermittently, buzz, or fail electrical testing. Because similar symptoms can come from wiring or the valve itself, the solenoid should be tested rather than replaced solely on symptoms. Common solenoid symptoms One zone will not run while other zones work Buzzing…

Professional irrigation technician diagnosing and repairing a residential sprinkler valve in Waxhaw, North Carolina.

How to Tell If a Sprinkler Valve Is Bad

Valves & SolenoidsOctober 4, 202650Views 0Likes 0Comments

Quick answer: A bad irrigation valve may fail to open, fail to close, leak, buzz, operate intermittently, or cause weak flow to an otherwise normal zone. Proper diagnosis separates the valve itself from controller, wiring, solenoid and water-pressure problems. Common symptoms Zone will not turn on Zone stays on after watering should stop Water seeps…

Smart irrigation controller for a residential sprinkler system in Waxhaw

Sprinkler Controller Has Power but System Won’t Run

Controllers & Smart ControllersOctober 4, 202648Views 0Likes 0Comments

Quick answer: A powered controller does not guarantee that the valves are receiving usable power or that water can flow. The issue may be programming, a sensor interruption, field wiring, a failed common wire, solenoids, valves or the irrigation water supply. What “controller has power” actually proves It confirms the controller itself is receiving electrical…

Why Won’t My Sprinkler System Shut Off?

TroubleshootingOctober 4, 202644Views 0Likes 0Comments

Quick answer: A sprinkler zone that keeps running after the controller stops calling for water usually points to a valve that is stuck open, contaminated internally, mechanically damaged, or being held open by an electrical/controller issue. First: stop unnecessary water flow If water is running continuously and causing flooding or property damage, use the irrigation…

Technician diagnosing an underground irrigation valve box at a Waxhaw home

Why Is One Sprinkler Zone Not Working?

TroubleshootingOctober 4, 202669Views 0Likes 0Comments

Quick answer: When every sprinkler zone works except one, the failed zone usually has a problem specific to its valve circuit or water path. Common possibilities include a damaged zone wire, failed solenoid, stuck valve, closed flow control, leak, blockage or pressure problem. What the symptom tells you A single dead zone is useful diagnostic…

Technician repairing a residential sprinkler system in Waxhaw, North Carolina.

Why Won’t My Sprinkler System Turn On?

TroubleshootingOctober 4, 202644Views 0Likes 0Comments

Quick answer: A sprinkler system that will not turn on can be caused by a controller setting, loss of power, a rain or weather sensor, damaged field wiring, a failed solenoid, a closed water supply, or a valve that is not opening. The fastest diagnosis starts by determining whether the problem affects the entire system…