Despite the recent erratic temperature fluctuations, Dallas area homeowners are beginning to plan for warmer weather. Before planting new landscaping this spring, it is wise to perform a check-up on your irrigation. Use the following information as a guideline to prep your irrigation system for summer’s increase in water demands.
Lee Engineering Helps Dallas Fort Worth Beat High Water Bills Thanks to the development of Wi-Fi smart controller technology and the passion of Licensed Irrigator Steve Thompson, Lee Engineering helped area homeowners conserve more than 2 million gallons of water in 2017. Steve Thompson leads the Lee Engineering Water Conservation initiative by educating Dallas – Fort Worth residents on the benefits …
In Dallas Fort Worth Texas, every home with an irrigation system is required to have a backflow prevention assembly (BPA) to eliminate the risk of contaminating the water supply with harmful pesticides and bacteria. BPAs are commonly referred to as a double check valve, or double check assembly (DCA). Double Check Valves – Irrigation Services Dallas Fort Worth The double check valve acts …
Smart Irrigation Technology Ready for some relief on high water bills? Now that fall is approaching, homeowners can finally cut back on the amount of water used for irrigation. Lee Engineering recommends setting your traditional irrigation controller to 57% of the normal capacity for the month of October: Better yet, install a smart controller and kiss high water bills goodbye. …
Do you notice voids or gaps in the soil near your concrete driveway or sidewalk? Does the soil along the perimeter of your home pull away from the slab foundation? Do you see cracks in or around your home? You aren’t alone. Many North Texans are perplexed by the presence of voids and gaps beneath sidewalks, driveways, or slab foundations.
Cycle and Soak Method – Efficient Watering Techniques from Lee Engineering What is the Cycle and Soak Method? The goal of the cycle and soak method for irrigation is to maximize the percentage of water that effectively absorbs into the soil each time your sprinkler system runs. In areas of North Texas with clay soil, the soak and cycle method …
It is no secret that Dallas Fort Worth summers are HOT! In the same way that your body demands extra water to compensate for the intense heat, your home’s foundation requires added moisture as well. Keep reading for tips on avoiding costly foundation repair and the benefits of foundation watering.
We have reached a point in modern technology where a convenient downloadable app exists for almost anything we can imagine. Thankfully, the irrigation industry has finally decided to jump on the band wagon with the development of smart controller technology. What is smart irrigation? A modern approach to traditional irrigation that allows homeowners to monitor their sprinkler system from a …
Today drip irrigation systems are commonly used to offset the challenges of problematic soil by providing precise and efficient irrigation. There are major advantages to installing dripline, especially if you live in North Texas. Keep reading for the top six reasons why drip irrigation basically pays for itself.
