Sprinkler Systems

An underground water sprinkler system has many different components to ensure effective lawn and garden watering. If you are designing your own sprinkler system, there are many products you must have to build it. From irrigation pipe to sprinkler timers to valves, there are a variety of sprinkler system parts with which you should become familiar in order to make a do-it-yourself sprinkler system.

Sprinkler pipe comes in many different diameters and sizes to fit your needs. PVC, flex or funny pipe can be used in your in-ground water irrigation system. In order to connect irrigation pipe to sprinkler valves and lawn sprinkler heads, you need pipe fittings like tubing tees, barb adapters and elbow fittings.
You can set up multiple sprinkler system valves in one area with a valve manifold. Solenoid valves and anti-siphon valves are ideal for automatic and efficient water flow to sprinkler heads. Other valve types include jar top valves, stop and waste valves, as well as manual sprinkler valves.
Garden sprinkler heads are an important element in building your own yard irrigation system. From impact heads, pop-up sprinklers and gear drive sprinklers to mushroom bubblers and shrub heads, there are many different kinds of water lawn sprinklers that are ideal for different areas in your yard. Whether you have larger grassy areas or smaller delicate flower beds to water, there are yard sprinklers made just for your yard's needs.
Connecting your underground sprinkler system to an automatic water timer saves time and money. Depending on the number of zones your lawn has, you will need a sprinkler timer with as many zones. Wiring and electrical accessories for connecting a watering timer to an overall irrigation system are must-have items to keep your lawn sprinkling system safe and running efficiently.
If you live in an area with freezing temperatures or excess rainfall, a rain and freeze sensor is a must. These devices can be hardwired or even wirelessly connected to your sprinkler timer to relay a message of a certain amount of rain or certain degrees of temperature. A freeze sensor or rain sensor helps your garden watering system work more efficiently and conservatively.
It is always a good idea to have spare replacement parts around as well. Sprinkler nozzles, additional sprinkler heads, pipe cutters and other tools are good to have on hand in case an emergency repair is needed.
Underground sprinkler systems are great for yards and gardens of any size. You can have one installed or you can do it yourself. Either way, keeping your lawn beautiful and lush doesn't get much easier.