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Landscaping After Sprinkler Winterization: Plan Changes
Landscaping after sprinkler winterization should start with a clear message: the irrigation is closed. Before work starts, show the project contractor the equipment you know about and ask them to report changes.
Share plans for landscaping after sprinkler winterization
First, share the controller, valve and watering-area information you have. Mark any pipe routes you are unsure about. The project contractor must arrange the appropriate utility and site checks for the work. A homeowner's irrigation sketch can help the conversation, but it is not a substitute for the checks needed before excavation.
Coordinate changes to the closed system
Ask the contractor to report moved heads, opened lines, replaced parts or a request to use irrigation water. Do not treat an informal restart as a small change. Instead, ask the irrigation provider to assess how the change affects winterization before anyone uses the system.
Update the spring records
Finally, collect photos, revised zone labels and irrigation notes after the contractor finishes. Also keep any incomplete repair on the list. The spring technician needs to know what changed after closing instead of assuming the autumn inventory still describes every part of the installation.
Questions and answers
Common questions
Does a zone sketch replace excavation checks?
No. The responsible contractor must arrange the appropriate site checks.
Should I keep notes about later irrigation repairs?
Yes. Include what changed and how the provider checked its effect on winter preparation.
Request irrigation closing
Call us with your address, known zone count and any access questions. We can discuss the work and confirm an available appointment.
Written for homeowners by The Sprinkler Company Inc. Contact our office to discuss your property and service arrangements.
Use the instructions for the installed equipment. This guide does not replace an on-site assessment.
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