Can I winterize my own sprinkler system?

You can winterize a sprinkler system without an air compressor if all of your irrigation lines are buried at a slight downhill slope. Simply shut off the main water supply to your system and open the drain valves at the end of each zone.

What size air compressor do I need to winterize sprinkler system?

You need a compressor that has either enough volume or large enough motor to fill your system with pressurized air. A compressor size of 4-6 gallons should be enough.

Should I run my sprinklers before a freeze?

You ABSOLUTELY do not want to run your sprinkler system during a hard freeze as this will cause damage to your irrigation system. It will also stop your system from running during a hard rain which will conserve water and lower your water bill. This also prevents over watering that can damage your lawn and garden.

How cold is too cold for sprinklers?

While you may be eager to get your lawn back to its pristine green state, it is important to remember that temperatures of 32 degrees Fahrenheit or lower put your sprinkler system at risk of freezing.

How much psi do I need to winterize my sprinkler system?

Air pressure must not exceed 50 pounds per square inch (psi) during the blow out procedure. A pressure-regulating valve must be used to avoid over pressurization of the system. Air volume should be high and air pressure low.

How to winterize your sprinkler system?

Shut Off the Water. It will come as no surprise that the first step is turning off the water to the system with a main valve that’s usually

Turn Off the Timer. If your system runs on an automatic timer,make sure you shut that off,too.

Drain the Water. It’s not enough just to keep water from flowing into the system; you also need to drain out the water that’s already in there.

Insulate Above-Ground Components. Finally,make sure that all the above-ground parts of the sprinkler system are properly insulated from the weather.

How do you winterize a sprinkler system?

Step 1 – Shut Off the Water Supply. All underground sprinkler systems have a main shut off point.

Step 3 – Drain the System. Compressed air is a great way to ensure all of the water is removed from the pipes and valves in the downstream,a portion

Step 4 – Program the Controller.

How do you winterize drip irrigation?

How to Winterize a Drip Irrigation. Remove any water from the risers using a wet/dry shop vacuum. Place caps on the risers. Disconnect the drip line hose from its filter assembly. Place a plastic bag over this end of the drip hose. Lift up the drip hose and drain all water from it, and then store the drip hose indoors for the winter with hose ends or “caps” fixed to the ends.