There is a lot to consider when debating the best way to care for your lawn. The size of your lawn, the amount of time you have to care for the lawn and what you hope to achieve are all factors to be considered when choosing a sprinkler system for your home.
Sprinkler heads can be portable or built into the ground. Here are some tips to help you choose the sprinkler system that will work best for your lawn.
Portable sprinkler heads that attach to the end of a hose are much cheaper than built-in sprinklers. They can cover a smaller amount of property, and need to be monitored for the correct amount of water and appropriate timing to use. Be sure to not walk away and leave the hose running for too long. It is very easy to drown out your lawn.
Nothing beats the convenience of built-in sprinkler heads. If they're installed correctly, you shouldn't notice them until they've popped up to begin watering your lawn or garden. The addition of a timer makes this type of sprinkler extra convenient and you won't even have to turn them on. Be carefree all summer long, knowing your lawn is being hydrated.
Of course, portable sprinkler heads can be put where you want, when you want. Built-in heads are permanent. When built-in ones are installed, make sure a professional helps you place them for total coverage.
Since portable sprinkler heads get picked up when you're finished, it's unlikely to become damaged. Built-in sprinkler heads, however, can break from lawn mowers and other obstacles and will need to be replaced. Be sure to have a professional install them out of the way of obstacles.
There are benefits to both types of sprinkler systems. Built-in sprinkler heads are best for a larger yard. They are measured before installation and get full coverage for your whole lawn. Portable sprinkler heads would be best for a small lawn or garden on your own time.
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