What I can do to keep plants alive during a drought? As the scorching sun bears down upon us, it’s advantageous to make sure we are doing everything we can to help keep our plants healthy. 1. Update your controller settings to the allowable schedules for city days and times to water. See below for...
As the summer temperatures rise and the scorching sun bears down upon us, it’s time to rethink our lawn care practices for the hot summer months in Houston, TX. There are many simple ways to help your grass stay green. One key strategy is to let your grass grow higher. Below, we’ll explore the reasons...
We have been installing landscape lighting for over 35 years. We would love to help design the perfect lighting system in your outdoor living area of your home. Outdoor uplighting has become increasingly popular in recent years, as homeowners seek to transform their outdoor living areas into enchanting and inviting areas. Uplighting not only adds...
When your spray heads are off you will have coverage problems and uneven distribution of water. Here are our top 5 reasons to get them straight. Straightening heads in yard sprinkler systems is very important for several reasons: 1. Uniform Coverage: Straight heads ensure uniform coverage of water across the desired area. When the heads...
It is dry and hot! Why is now a good time to check your sprinkler system? It is good to walk your yard now during extreme heat like we have now. Did you have any damage from the recent storms? Have you had anyone digging in your yard recently? Have you had any new landscaping...
We offer a turnkey experience with coordination by office install coordinator and onsite manager to walk you through the sprinkler system installation process from start to finish. The whole installation process is made easy for the customer and Southwest Irrigation Systems takes care of all the background preparation and final touches for you. If you...
Use this Cycle+Soak feature if you have the Rain Bird ESP or TM2 Controller. Other sprinkler apps also have this feature including Hunter and Rachio. Today, I am discussing Rain Bird. You will need the wifi module and then download their free app to operate. Understanding the Cycle+Soak feature in your Rain Bird controller is...
Check your sprinkler system now and look for any problems due to the coming heat. Houston forecast may break some records by this weekend. Here are some tips that can help save you money. Remember, most yards look fantastic with recent rain, but that will now change. We are available if you have some questions...
The first day of Hurricane season was June 1st. Be prepared for the heavy rain that comes from tropical systems. A Hurricane can have a significant impact on your drainage system creating various problems if the system was not properly maintained. Clogged drainage pipes can backup catch basins quickly causing water buildup in your yard....
Tree roots can damage your sprinkler system in several ways Physical intrusion: Tree roots naturally seek sources of water, and if they come into contact with sprinkler pipes or fittings, they can grow around them and even penetrate them. As the roots expand, they can cause cracks or breaks in the pipes, leading to leaks or complete...
