Tips, guides and straight answers
Practical advice from the crew that handles irrigation across Houston.
The JB Irrigation & Services journal
Seasonal advice, common questions answered, and how to get the most out of your investment.
How to Tell If Your Sprinkler Valve Is Stuck Open
The signs that a valve is stuck and what happens if you ignore it.
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Why Houston Sprinkler Heads Crack in Summer Heat
What causes heads to split and how to replace them before they flood your yard.
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What a Seasonal Sprinkler Check Actually Includes
The steps a good tech takes to catch problems before they turn into expensive repairs.
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How to Find a Hidden Sprinkler Leak in Your Yard
The clues that point to a buried leak and what to do when you find one.
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When to Repair vs. Replace a Sprinkler System in Houston
How to decide if your system is worth fixing or if it is time for a rebuild.
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What Causes Low Water Pressure in One Sprinkler Zone
The common reasons a zone runs weak and how to fix it.
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How to Adjust Your Sprinkler Timer for Houston Summers
The watering schedule that keeps grass alive without wasting water or money.
Read more → Why Your Sprinkler System Runs But Does Not Cover the Yard
The setup problems that leave dry spots and how to fix coverage.
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What to Do If Your Sprinkler Controller Screen Goes Blank
Troubleshooting steps before you call for a replacement.
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How Long Should a Sprinkler System Last in Houston
The lifespan of heads, valves, and lines in Texas heat and clay soil.
Read more → What Happens During a Backflow Test and Why It Matters
How backflow preventers protect your water and what the test involves.
Read more → How to Spot a Broken Sprinkler Line Before It Floods
The warning signs that a line is cracked and about to blow.
Read more → Why One Sprinkler Zone Will Not Shut Off
The valve and controller issues that cause a zone to run nonstop.
Read more → How to Prepare Your Sprinkler System for a Houston Freeze
The steps to protect pipes and heads when a cold snap is coming.
Read more → What Causes Sprinkler Heads to Sink Into the Grass
Why heads settle over time and how to bring them back to grade.
Read more → How to Choose the Right Sprinkler Heads for Your Yard
The types of heads that work best for different grass and bed layouts.
Read more → Why Your Water Bill Spiked and How to Check for Leaks
The irrigation problems that drive up bills and how to track them down.
Read more → What to Ask Before Hiring a Sprinkler Repair Company
The questions that separate honest crews from ones that oversell.
Read more → How to Restart Your Sprinkler System After Winter
The spring startup steps that prevent damage and catch problems early.
Read more → Why Some Sprinkler Systems Waste Water and How to Fix It
The setup mistakes that cause runoff and how to adjust for efficiency.
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