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VIDEO: How To Fix Drainage Issues In Your Yard
Without the right drainage system, rainwater and landscape runoff can puddle in low spots in your yard, creating a muddy mess that can kill your grass and attract mosquitoes and other pesky insects. If left untreated, this drainage problem has the potential to grow, destroying your lawn and landscaping work and potentially leading to property…
Read MoreA Great Customer Testimonial
We were happy to recieved a very nice testimonial in our inbox today. Teesha had an issue with her control box that was covered under warranty. All customers of JB irrigation can rest assured that we will gladly take care any warranty issue promptly. Dear Mr. Bielamowicz, My name is Teesha. I got your information…
Read MoreLawn Maintenance Tips to Help Save Irrigation Water
Mow your grass at a higher length (so that it is longer.) The longer blades help shade the soil, and thus reduces evaporation of water. On the other hand, scalping the grass off at a low height is definitely not good for the vigor and health of the grass. Cutting grass too short leaves the…
Read MoreWater Conservation Tips and Ideas For Your Sprinkler System #1
Run your irrigation system during the morning hours, especially if you use sprinklers. Less water is lost to evaporation when the temperature is cooler, plus in most areas the wind doesn’t blow as hard in the mornings. Watering in the evenings can lead to turf and plant disease problems because the water sits on the…
Read MoreThere Are Many Ways To Save Water
The United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) annual Fix a Leak Week might be coming to an end, but you don’t have to wait until next year to continue saving water! There are more ways to prevent water waste than only protecting your pipes from bursting, breaking or busting. Try these tips from JB Irrigation…
Read MoreJuly Is SMART IRRIGATION Month. We’ll Help You Save Water and Money
JB Irrigation is celebrating Smart Irrigation Month by helping customers save water, save money and see better results. Smart Irrigation Month is a public awareness campaign to promote efficient water use. Focused on July, traditionally the month of peak demand for outdoor water use, the campaign highlights simple practices and innovative technologies to: Make maintaining…
Read MoreIs Your Irrigation System Ready for Spring? Do a Spring Irrigation Check-Up!
In warm climates, perform at least quarterly irrigation checks to find leaks and any other issues. Check the controller to ensure the settings and schedule are right for the season! Check sprinkler heads, nozzles, valves and pipes to make sure everything is in good working condition. Run the system to check for coverage, overspray and…
Read MoreAre You Ready for Spring? Get Your Spring Start-Up Checklist
Spring is upon us…are you ready? With the seasons come changes in plants, weeds and irrigation needs. There are several steps to make sure the lawn, plants and irrigation system are ready for the change, and JB Irrigation has a checklist to help you make sure everything is covered! Get Lawns and Plants Ready for…
Read MoreRepairing Houston Sprinkler Water Leaks
An irrigation system that has a leak 1/32” in diameter (about the thickness of a dime) wastes 6,300 gallons of water per month or 75,000 gallons per year*. In a typical subdivision of 48 homes, that’s over 3.6 million gallons of water…from just one leak! Here are some tips to avoid leaks and wasted water:…
Read MoreThank You For A Great Year. We Look Foward To Serving Your Sprinkler Repair Needs In 2016.
2015 was a wonderful year for all of us at JB Irrigation. We want to thank all of our great customers and employees that make our business a success. We look forward to continuing to serve your sprinkler system repair needs throughout 2016 and beyond. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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