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Practical guides from Tampa Bay irrigation professionals. We answer the questions we hear most from homeowners \u2014 about sprinkler repair, drainage, costs, and Florida watering rules \u2014 with honest, diagnostic answers you can use.

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Repair

Why Is One Sprinkler Zone Not Working?

When one zone refuses to turn on while the rest work fine, the problem is almost always isolated to that zone’s valve, its wiring, or the controller output for that station.

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Repair

Why Is My Sprinkler System Losing Pressure?

Low pressure across one zone usually means a clog, a leak, or too many heads on that line. Low pressure across the whole system points to a water supply or mainline issue.

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Cost

How Much Does Sprinkler Repair Cost in Tampa?

Most sprinkler repairs in Tampa range from $75 to $350. Here is a breakdown of common repair costs, what affects the price, and when it makes sense to repair versus replace.

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Cost

How Much Does a New Irrigation System Cost in Florida?

A new irrigation system in Florida typically costs $2,500 to $5,500 for an average residential property. Here is what drives the price and what to expect.

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Repair

How Do You Know If a Sprinkler Valve Is Bad?

A bad sprinkler valve shows one of four signs: the zone won’t turn on, the zone won’t turn off, water pools around the valve box, or you hear clicking but no water flows.

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Drainage

Why Is Water Pooling in My Yard?

Water pools when it enters your yard faster than the soil can absorb it and there is no path for it to drain away. In Florida, the causes are low spots, compacted soil, a high water table, or runoff.

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Drainage

French Drain vs Catch Basin: Which Do You Need?

A French drain handles subsurface water — groundwater seeping up through the soil. A catch basin handles surface water — runoff collecting on top of the ground. Many properties need both.

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Compliance

Florida Irrigation Watering Restrictions Explained

Florida counties restrict irrigation to specific days and times to conserve water. In Tampa Bay, most addresses are limited to one or two days per week, before 8 AM or after 6 PM.

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Compliance

How Often Should a Sprinkler System Be Inspected?

At least once a year, ideally in spring before the heavy watering season. Older systems, sandy soil, or many zones may benefit from a second inspection in fall.

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