How Do You Fix A Lawn Sprinkler System?
Temperature changes can cause breaks in the pipeline of a lawn-irrigation system. If you notice a sudden, unexplained increase in water consumption on your water bill, there is probably a good chance your sprinkler system has sprung a leak somewhere along the main water line. The good news is that fixing a broken sprinkler line is usually easy once you identify the problem. In most cases, you can make the repair yourself without having to call in a professional. Step 1 Locate where the line is broken. Look for a puddle of water or other wet spots on the lawn, particularly in low-lying areas. Holes might eventually erode the soil near where the pipeline is broken. Even a small leak can wash away the soil. If the main line is broken, water will continue to flow even when the sprinkler system is not operating. Step 2 Shut off the sprinkler system at the main valve, usually located beneath an outside faucet or somewhere near the front door. This will turn off the water to the sprinkler sys
