Why Your Irrigation System Isn’t Working: 5 Common Problems and Fixes
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Coach Matt discusses common issues with irrigation systems and provides practical solutions.
If your irrigation system won’t turn on, won’t shut off, sprays weak, floods spots, or just plain underperforms, this episode is for you. VIDEO VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/Y8IU-D9RmJM In this Yard Coach Podcast episode, Coach Matt breaks down the big 5 irrigation problems he’s seen after working on hundreds of manual and automatic sprinkler systems over the years. From electrical issues at the timer controller to worn solenoids, clogged nozzles, broken heads, hidden pipe leaks, freeze damage, poor pressure, and underperforming zones—this is a practical, no-fluff look at what goes wrong and what to do next. Inside this episode: Why zones won’t turn on What causes weak sprinkler pressure and poor coverage Why a valve may not shut off How broken heads, cracks, and leaks affect performance What freeze damage and spring startup problems can do to your system When it makes sense to repair a part—and when it’s smarter to replace it Coach Matt also shares real-world troubleshooting advice from years in the field, including what to inspect first, what commonly fails, and how to avoid wasting money chasing the wrong fix. If your yard is getting too much water, not enough water, or the…
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