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Rite now the sprinklers are close to the wall, and the wall gets really wet, which is causing a damage to the wall, one of my friends suggested me to move the sprinklers away from wall, I have 7 sprinklers.
I have no idea how to do this Job? But I am wiling to try on my own to save some money.
Please provide your opinion ?
Is it difficult ? what kind of tools will I need ?
Have you ever done plumbing repair before? How handy are you? How far back to you want to move them? Could replacing the spray head with a different spray pattern solve the problem?
A few photos might help.
You need to dig up around the sprinklers to see how they are attached to the irrigation system. Is it PVC or galvanized?
If its PVC a little reading on sprinkler repair ala youtube and a few trips to home depot should help you solve the problem. If its galvanized you might want to refer to a professional landscaper.
Tools depend on the type of sprinkler pipe. But you will definately need a good shovel. A trenching shovel and pick mattock will make things much easier.
As said above ^^ you may have the incorrect sprinklers and need to replace them with the correct pattern that sprays away from the wall.. That would be the easiest solution.
I think I am ok with doing this kind of work, Just to give you an Idea, I am adding some pics...I hope it helps. There are 3 sprinklers along the wall.
If the sprinkler heads currently in place spray 360 degrees in all directions, you might want to replace them with heads that spray in only 180 degrees, so you can orient them to spray only away from the wall. See models on this page http://rainbird.com/homeowner/produc...MPRnozzles.htm
Before you go moving heads and such have a reliable irrigation contractor come out look at the heads. First to make sure they are the right type of heads, second make sure they are adjusted correctly. If a simple adjustment is needed your problem is solved.
If you move your heads you run the real good chance that coverage isn't correct and you have a whole different set of issues. I am guessing they heads are not the right type and (or) not properly adjusted.
Edit:
Looking at the pictures, it looks like more of an adjustement issue and not a head placement problem.
Thanks for your replies,
First of all, Do you think sprinklers should be so close to the wall ever ?
Ok now that I see your pictures it makes sense. If you want grass up to your wall yes it makes sense to have the sprinkler there.
1. Does the head spray directly onto the wall or is it a misting over spray that hits them.
2. Anytime you use spray heads you will get over spray. The only way to eliminate this is to move the heads about two feet away from the wall. However then you will have a dead space and have to irrigate a different way. I suggest creating a planter along the wall and plant some shrubs to block that ugly block wall. Espaliers will also create a nice affect along the wall. Irrigate the plants with a dip system. Easy to install.
3. I still think you have nozzle adjustment issues. Make sure you have the right nozzle for the area you are trying to water 180/half circles on straight aways etc....
4. Those look like rain bird heads and you can purchase replacement nozzles at Home Depot, Lowes, etc... for about a buck a piece.
The guides CptnRn provided are a good place to start for an quick education on sprinkler construction.
I don't believe, as was recommended above, that you need a landscape contractor to look at your system now that I see the pictures. As long as you understand that it is going to be a learning experience and might not come out perfect depending on your skills at projects using your hands.
Get to digging, just becareful to find the pipes first before going full bore so you don't create more issues to fix.
Ok now that I see your pictures it makes sense. If you want grass up to your wall yes it makes sense to have the sprinkler there.
1. Does the head spray directly onto the wall or is it a misting over spray that hits them.
2. Anytime you use spray heads you will get over spray. The only way to eliminate this is to move the heads about two feet away from the wall. However then you will have a dead space and have to irrigate a different way. I suggest creating a planter along the wall and plant some shrubs to block that ugly block wall. Espaliers will also create a nice affect along the wall. Irrigate the plants with a dip system. Easy to install.
3. I still think you have nozzle adjustment issues. Make sure you have the right nozzle for the area you are trying to water 180/half circles on straight aways etc....
4. Those look like rain bird heads and you can purchase replacement nozzles at Home Depot, Lowes, etc... for about a buck a piece.
The guides CptnRn provided are a good place to start for an quick education on sprinkler construction.
I don't believe, as was recommended above, that you need a landscape contractor to look at your system now that I see the pictures. As long as you understand that it is going to be a learning experience and might not come out perfect depending on your skills at projects using your hands.
Get to digging, just becareful to find the pipes first before going full bore so you don't create more issues to fix.
As a Landscape Contractor I can tell you with the utmost confidence it is a fairly easy task that you are contemplating. The fear of the unknown is the biggest issue you have. Plus it will give you a better understanding of irrigation systems in general and save you money down the road. Goodluck.
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