Winter will get here eventually. Make sure to winterize these outdoor water systems and tools before the first hard frost.

Your sprinkler, drip system, and hoses are likely made up of PVC, poly, and plastic. While those materials are fairly ...

Sewer backflow preventers are an essential part of your home's plumbing. Here's why you need one and how to test if yours is ...

With freezing temperatures and winter weather on the way, it's time to turn off and prepare sprinkler systems for the winter ...

A sprinkler’s solenoid may also be bad if the sprinkler valve doesn’t open or the valve is hot to the touch. Here’s how to replace a sprinkler solenoid: Homeowners comfortable repairing ...

So, if the valves are parallel to the pipe, they are on. I only recommend this method to those who have experience. After turning off the sprinkler system's main valve and the backflow preventer's ...

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STEP 1: Locate the valve that shuts of the water to your irrigation system and turn it to the off position. (Not the whole house, just the irrigation.) This irrigation valve can be located in the ...