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Q: If I am having an irrigation system installed on an existing
lawn, is there a better time of year to have it installed and what can I
expect my lawn to look like afterwards? Will it damage my existing lawn
and what is the recovery time?
A: We install irrigation systems successfully between April and
November. Within 2 weeks of the installation date, there will be no
signs that your landscaping was touched. In fact, since your landscaping
will now be fed on a regular basis, it will be healthier than ever
before!
Q: If I have an existing system, will Lucas Irrigation maintain
it?
A: We will absolutely take care of your system. Upon our first
visit, we will provide you with a free evaluation of your system. In
many cases we will be able to honor your existing component warrantee so
long as they are applicable. We look forward to establishing a lasting
customer relationship. A number of our existing customers are some that
had systems initially installed by another company, but elected to use
our services.
Q: How long does it take to install an irrigation system?
A: A residential installation typically takes a full day,
depending on the lot size and how many zones are needed. Larger lots can
take up to 2 days. During the installation process, our licensed Master
Plumber installs the backflow device required by the town before the
actual activation of the system takes place.
Q: How do I determine how often and for how long the sprinkler
system should be turned on? How do I program the controller? Will
someone show me how it works?
A: Depending on the weather, your irrigation system should
provide approximately 1/4"-1/2" of water per week. The hotter months
(usually July and August) require longer and more frequent watering
patterns. The technicians at Lucas Irrigation will program your
controller to reflect the changing climates during your Spring Turn-On,
Mid-Summer and System Monitoring Service Calls. If instructions for
programming your controller are misplaced, simply visit our Resources
Page - Owner's Manual - select the type of controller that you own.
Since we keep detailed records of your existing controller (model,
zones, etc.), we will be able to respond to your request immediately.
Our technicians are also able to show you how to program your controller
at the time of your service call. Please mention this request when you
are scheduling the service call to allow appropriate time for
explanation.
Q: Do I need a Rain-Sensor?
A: Rain-Sensors are now mandated in most cities and towns. These
components can save you up to 20% of your irrigation water bills. A
Rain-Sensor is also convenient in automatically controlling your
watering needs when necessary (i.e. when your away from home, rain,
etc.).
Q: What is backflow and Why is it so important to prevent?
A: Backflow is defined as the undesirable reversal of flow in a potable
water distribution system as a result of a pressure differential or
siphon condition that exists between two piping systems. Backflow is a
problem where there is a desire to keep fluids from one piping system
from re-entering another piping system as in the case of a
cross-connection. In other words, water that goes out a sprinkler head
should never be allowed to be drawn back into the potable water system
by siphon, pressure loss, or any other means.
The backflow prevention device is used to keep water that passes through
it and into the irrigation system from coming back into the water
supply. Since water in an irrigation system can be contaminated by
chemicals, animal droppings, and other yard debris, it is considered
non-potable. Very strict standards have been set by the TNRCC and proper
backflow prevention is required on all irrigation systems.
Q: I have a well, how can I be certain that I will not have problems
with my water supply?
A: Before designing a sprinkler system for a property with a well, we
require the recovery rate of the well. We use this information to design
a system that will run safely with your well’s maximum volume of water
(in gallons) per minute. This volume determines how many sprinkler heads
can operate at the same time and how often they can be ran. We recommend
filters for all well installations. The filter prevents debris from
getting caught in the system, which prevents the sprinkler system from
shutting off and in turn can drain the well. We take all precautionary
measures to prevent potential water problems and to keep your sprinkler
system running efficiently.
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