Welcome to the Hessenauer Sprinkler Repair and Irrigation blog and website. We like to provide our online readers with helpful tips and advice concerning sprinkler irrigation and drainage. Today we would like to discuss some of the causes of lawn patches and brown spots.
Brown patches and brown spots in the lawn can be caused by a number of factors. Among these are improper sprinkler height, the area surrounding the sprinkler head, clogged sprinkler nozzles, and uneven sprinkler head spacing.
Improper sprinkler height is one of the most common problems leading to brown spots and poor growth. Heads installed at incorrect heights can also lead to damage to the sprinkler system. Even low sprinkler heads are not able to rise above the ground preventing water from spraying properly. Areas these sprinklers do not reach have to potential to become brown patches in the lawn. A swing joint or funny pipe can solve the problem of sprinkler heads that are too high.
Clogged sprinkler nozzles can be caused by dirt or debris that works its way into the sprinkler head. This can prevent the sprinkler head from spraying properly, causing gaps in the spray pattern, which could lead to brown patches in the lawn. Inspect the spray patterns while the sprinkler is running to see broken heads, clogged nozzles or spray patterns disrupted by surrounding plants.
Incorrect sprinkler head spacing can cause gaps in coverage and cause brown spots and patches in the lawn. Head to head coverage means that the area covered by each sprinkler overlaps in such a way that no area of lawn remains unwatered during watering cycles. A well-maintained, properly installed and adjusted sprinkler system will keep your landscape well-watered, beautiful, and healthy.
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