Inventors began experimenting with automatic sprinklers around 1860. These systems started out as pipes with holes drilled in them. When a fire occurred, the water was turned on to control the fire.

Close any open drain valves or test cocks. Open the sprinkler water supply valve. Do this slowly to avoid pressure spikes. Turn the controller back on and run each zone manually to check for leaks, ...

Many saw their first freeze of the season this past weekend in southern Colorado. As the cold season creeps in there are ...

With colder temperatures setting in and frost appearing, homeowners are being reminded not to overlook an important task: ...

Although Midland has already seen at least one cold morning frost this fall, experts say it will likely be another month or so before folks need to really worry about winterizing their sprinkler ...

If you have an in-ground sprinkler system to water your yard or garden, upgrading to a smart controller is a good idea. Compared to a traditional irrigation controller’s tiny LCD screen, confusing ...

Two high country residents who grew up watching wildfires threaten their hometowns are now leading the charge to help ...

The only thing better than a healthy lawn and garden? A healthy lawn and garden that’s given just the right amount of water at just the right time, all ...

When seeing a geyser of water shooting from a broken sprinkler head, we all get a little judgmental. It’s easy to see water waste when it’s watering the trees from the top down and no sprinkler system ...