Building Basics
Sprinkler System Installed: Sprinkler Irrigation
What?
Sprinkler irrigation refers to types of irrigation that use sprinklers to distribute needed water by converting water pressure to high-velocity discharge streams. This type of irrigation can be utilized to distribute water evenly over uniformly planted areas of turfgrass.
Why?
A solid irrigation strategy means:
- Avoiding wasting thousands of gallons of water each year
- Money saved on water bills
How?
An irrigation system installer should:
- Match precipitation nozzles on all sprinkler heads
- Install sprinkler heads with a 4-inch or greater pop-up height
- Know where to use micro-irrigation and use water-saving landscaping methods
- Make certain that sprinkler head spacing is consistent, flow rates are based on coverage, and pipes deliver water at a uniform pressure to each unit
- Comply with EPA’s WaterSense program requirements