Commercial Irrigation System Repair and Replacement

How long commercial irrigation systems last can depend on many factors, such as how they are installed, unit quality, use, and maintenance. It can also depend on the unit type, such as an in-ground sprinkler system, oscillating, impact sprinklers, rotary sprinklers, and more. Total irrigation systems can often last up to 20 years with repairs and maintenance before needing to be replaced.

Irrigation systems can fail for many reasons, such as cracked or improperly installed valves, dirty or worn valves and sprinkler heads, loosened valves, and more. Regular maintenance may prevent many of the most common reasons for irrigation sprinkler systems to fail.

Don’t wait until your crop, lawn, or garden irrigation system is on the brink of failure before seeking help. You may be able to solve many common failure causes before they happen. Contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing^® for irrigation system repair today.

Like our cars, homes, and businesses, irrigation sprinkler systems need maintenance. In fact, maintenance or lack thereof can contribute to a sprinkler system’s lifespan. Contact our irrigation system experts for quality maintenance services you can trust.

Preventive maintenance can involve checking for wet and dry areas, inspecting central controllers, monitoring pump systems, inspecting sprinkler heads, and looking for signs of leaks. Raising and leveling sprinklers may also help save water and ensure even watering.

A lack of pressure in commercial and industrial sprinkler systems can be frustrating. Many things can contribute to reduced pressure or a total loss of pressure, such as a broken irrigation pipe or worn seal. Contact a sprinkler system repair service professional for help diagnosing and repairing the issue.

Solving the most common irrigation problems can depend on what’s causing them in the first place. Look for obstructions, check for runoff problems, and inspect your sprinkler heads. If your sprinklers or drip irrigation systems are still malfunctioning, contact a trained commercial irrigation system service professional for help.

The average cost of a commercial sprinkler system can depend on the unit size and its job. Sprinklers for yards, gardens, lawns, and shrubs can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars. Comprehensive industrial and commercial sprinkler and irrigation systems for agricultural systems can cost tens of thousands of dollars.

Request more information about the prices for commercial irrigation systems from Mr. Rooter Plumbing^® today.

Cleaning irrigation lines can be an essential part of commercial sprinkler irrigation maintenance. You can use an acid, like sulfuric, nitric, or phosphoric acid, to flush your system and clear the lines of bacteria and salt buildup. Most irrigation system experts provide this service for commercial irrigation systems to save you time and hassle.

Commercial sprinkler systems can require repairs from time to time, but do you know when that time has come? Now might be the right time to call your local licensed and serviced professional for sprinkler system repairs if you notice these signs:

• Visible leaks: Sprinkler system repairs may be required if you spot visible leaks in your irrigation sprinkler system. Leaks can be easy to identify when you notice that your sprinklers are continuously flowing without turning off. Seek help from an experienced plumber without delay. A leaking water irrigation system can cause damage to your land, affect plant growth, and affect your water bill.
• The ground is soggy: You expect the ground to be wet when you have an above-ground or in-ground sprinkler system. However, you don’t expect it to be saturated all the time. If your land never seems to dry out or you’ve noticed standing water around sprinkler heads or where pipes are, there might be a leak in your irrigation system that you can’t see.
• Your plants are dying: Dying plants don’t always make sense when you have the best drip irrigation system or one of the most reliable lawn sprinklers on the market. However, it can be the reality if it’s not working at its best. Your commercial irrigation system may be watering your grounds too much or not at all. Dried-out grass can appear brown and brittle, while overwatered grass can look squishy and yellow.
• You’ve spotted grass fungus: Just as damp areas in a building can result in mould or mildew, something similar can happen when your grass is consistently wet. A saturated lawn being overwatered by a malfunctioning or leaking garden or lawn irrigation system can result in grass fungus. This can appear as white, black, or brown patches on your lawn. If you notice grass fungus, you may need to address both the cause and the fungus itself. Start by contacting your local irrigation system expert. You can also invest in fungicide products recommended by your local agricultural or garden store.
• Your water bill is unusually expensive: Water bills can fluctuate depending on the time of the year, but you likely know your business’s version of ‘normal’ throughout all seasons. If you’ve noticed a sudden spike in your bill that’s out of character for its use or the time of year, your garden or lawn sprinkler system may have a leak or isn’t shutting off properly. Look for other signs, like dying grass or soggy ground.
• There’s low water pressure: If you regularly see your commercial irrigation systems functioning, you know what your regular flow looks like. Has it changed? Low flow, such as poor water pressure, may indicate a leak. Look for uneven watering and contact a licensed and insured service professional for sprinkler system repairs without delay.
• Hardware is damaged: You can’t see what’s happening underground, but you can pay attention to what’s above ground. Inspect your irrigation sprinkler system and look for any damage. Aim to do this after winter and before the new watering season begins. You then have time to call a service professional and have them take care of sprinkler system repairs for you.

Here are some of the most common irrigation system problems many businesses and homeowners encounter:

• Inadequate pipe trenching: Inadequate trenching for irrigation pipes is a common problem that many service professionals encounter with business and home irrigation systems that aren’t working at their best. Failure to dig deep enough trenches may result in pipes being punctured due to above-ground activities.
• Not enough sprinkler heads: If you’re struggling with even water distribution, your business or home irrigation system may not have enough sprinkler heads. Head-to-head design can be essential for avoiding dry spots, overwatering, and underwatering.
• Wrong pipe sizes: Irrigation sprinkler system pipes come in all different sizes, but that doesn’t mean you can pick the first one you see. Performance can be affected when pipes are too narrow for water to flow through at a specific pressure over a set distance. If you’re unsure which pipes to use for your new irrigation systems, contact service professionals with experience in commercial and industrial irrigation systems to help. The team at Mr. Rooter Plumbing® can provide a comprehensive sprinkler system installation service with the most appropriate pipes and water lines.
• Inferior cables: There’s more to an automatic sprinkler system than water lines alone. You also need controllers for sprinkler heads to work on a timer. If you use inferior cables, such as those that aren’t suitable for underground use, your irrigation system may not work at its best.
• Mixing sprinkler heads: Installing a sprinkler system can have its challenges when you start mixing the sprinkler heads of various commercial drip irrigation systems with different pressure ratings and precipitation rates. Ensure they are similarly matched, or you may experience overwatering or underwatering.
• Overwatering and underwatering: When automatic irrigation sprinkler systems are incorrectly scheduled or timed, overwatering and underwatering can occur. If you’re unsure how to set up your sprinkler timer, book an appointment with a commercial sprinkler system repair specialist.
• Poor maintenance: When was the last time you maintained your irrigation system? A lack of maintenance may result in ongoing problems that affect the health of your crops, lawns, or gardens. Whether you have a drip irrigation system or a traditional yard sprinkler system for your business, schedule regular maintenance services. The health and longevity of your sprinkler system may just depend on it.