March,
2000
Dear
Prospective Customer,
Deciding
whether or not to install an irrigation system can be a difficult
decision to make. Hopefully with these answers to frequently
asked questions from Rain Bird, one of the leaders in irrigation
systems, you will be more comfortable with your decision.
The
fact is, a professionally installed, automatic sprinkler system
is one of the best investments you can make in your home.
Just ask anybody who has one. There's no easier or more cost-effective
way to beautify your home, increase its value and save yourself
a lot of time and hassle.
You
must also keep in mind that a system is only as good as the
company that installs it. System design and installation are
key to how well a system performs. That is why it's important
for you to have a professional irrigation contractor design
and install a custom irrigation for your home or business.
If you still have questions and are not sure about an irrigation
system, then, hopefully, these answer to frequently asked
questions will help you out.
Q. Will an automatic sprinkler system use more water than
I'm currently using?
A. No. In fact, it will conserve water. The system's controller
and rain sensor will be set so you receive only the amount
of water you need. You will not over-water or under-water
your lawn with an automatic sprinkler system.
Q. Does having a sprinkler system really save time?
A. Yes. You won't have to spend another minute of your valuable
leisure time watering the lawn. Whether you are home or away
your system will do the watering for you!
Q. Will an automatic sprinkler system water as well as
I can water by hand?
A. It will do a much better job because a professionally
designed system will deliver exactly the right amount of water
to individual lawn and garden areas.
Q. We generally get 40 or more inches of rainfall a year.
Do we really need a sprinkler system?
A. If it rained at your house every three days the same exact
amount each time you probably would not need a sprinkler system.
But nature does not work that way, and the only way to ensure
healthy, lush growth is to make certain your lawn and plants
receive a regularly timed, evenly measured amount of water.
In the dry season when there is little or no rain, your yard
can suffer damage after just a few days without water.
Q. Can I save money by installing my own system?
A. No! In fact, it could cost you more money in the long run.
A professional irrigation contractor will design and install
the most cost-effective and energy-efficient system possible.
You can be certain that he will select the appropriate equipment
for the job, while streamlining the maintenance required to
keep your landscaping in top shape. He will pay special attention
to such important factors as sprinkler patterns (it is important
to overlap the patterns so that the outer edges receive sufficient
water for healthy growth) and backflow prevention (which is
necessary to protect your drinking water supply). And because
your contractor is familiar with local plumbing and electrical
codes, you won't have to worry about costly mistakes in wiring
or pipe installation. He can do the job faster, with less
disruption to existing landscaping, and will guarantee his
work.
Q. Will I have difficulty operating this system?
A. Your contractor will explain to you how your controller
works and how the watering times have been set. Then if necessary,
the watering times can be adjusted by following the instructions
on the inside of the controller cabinet. And that is it, the
system does the rest for you.
Hopefully,
some of your questions have been answered. If there are any
problems or concerns you may have call us on our 24-hour phone
line or visit us at: WWW.TOMPKINSLANDSCAPE.COM
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