Blog | Ground Level Landscaping & Irrigationhttps://groundleveltc.com/blog/2024-03-28T07:53:58+00:00BlogWhy You Need to Winterize your Sprinkler System2017-08-28T00:00:00+00:002024-03-27T05:04:36+00:00adminhttps://groundleveltc.com/blog/author/admin/https://groundleveltc.com/blog/why-you-need-to-winterize-your-sprinkler-system/<p>During the winter season the weather gets colder thus can freeze the water pipes. The water which is in the water pipes will swell and crack the pipes or break the walls of the pipe. When water freezes in the back flow assembly, the inside parts or components will get damaged and perhaps crack as well.<br/><br/>Because of this, it is very essential to winterize your sprinkler system or irrigation. It seems relatively easy and simple at first glance. The main intention is to get water out of the pipes.<br/><br/>There are two important methods to get rid of all water from the water pipes and sprinklers, therefore frozen water will not rapture the water pipes. You can select to drain the water out in drain valves, or blow the water out with use of air. Sounds simple but actually, it is not.<br/><br/>On the other hand, there’s a bit more that is involved. Once you live in a colder climate, you will have to ensure the mainline shut off regulator is resistant or freeze proof. Meaning it requires to be secured from freezing so it will not rapture or break when it comes time to utilize it.<br/><br/>As far as the techniques of getting rid of water, both ways have their own pros and cons. When you decide to utilize valves to draw off water, they will require being setup at every low point in the water piping, and you’ll need to be out there manually opening the valve when you utilize the manual system. Auto-drain valves open themselves every time the pressure drops too low in the water pipe; however they have an issue of keeping closed once they have not had an opportunity to open more often than not.<br/><br/>This is the reason why a lot of irrigation systems opt for the blow-out method. With the assistance of a huge air compressor, the water is blown out of the water pipes so they will not be harmed during the cold season. There is many things that could go wrong with this approach. On the other hand, this is why it’s extremely<br/>recommended that experts carry out this method.<br/><br/>The blow out technique is not a DIY approach or project which homeowners must try to carry out. One small mistake with this approach and you’ll no longer have a functioning sprinkler system in your lawn. When you are thinking about blowing water out of the water pipes, contact an expert like Ground Level Landscaping & Irrigation to service you.</p>Landscaping & Irrigation projects2017-05-28T00:00:00+00:002024-03-27T13:05:56+00:00adminhttps://groundleveltc.com/blog/author/admin/https://groundleveltc.com/blog/landscaping-irrigation-projects/<p>Pictures say 1,000 words, so I thought I would share some of the great work Ground Level Landscaping & Irrigation has been doing. From retaining walls to new yard installations, we make your landscaping look great as well as function properly. </p>
<h3>New lawn, irrigation, trees and shrubs at a home near Long Lake Road in Traverse City. </h3>
<h3>After fixing the retaining wall and before planting new shrubs and laying new mulch bed on the side of the hill at a home near Chums Corner.</h3>
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<p> </p>Schedule your spring irrigation check-up today!2017-04-20T00:00:00+00:002024-03-27T05:04:53+00:00adminhttps://groundleveltc.com/blog/author/admin/https://groundleveltc.com/blog/when-to-schedule-your-spring-irrigation-check-up/<p>We are now scheduling appointments for Spring! </p>
<p>Call us at (231) 620-6530 to schedule your appointment to have your sprinkler system turned on and set up for the Summer. </p>
<p>Our friendly staff will give you a free estimate over the phone and schedule a time that is convieniant for you and your family.</p>
<p>We service any make and model of irrigation system including Toro, K-Rain, and Rain-Bird. We will travel to Traverse City, Suttons Bay, Leland, Beulah, Cedar, Benzonia, Northport, Kingsley, Acme, Williamsburg, Elk Rapids, Mayfield Township and more. </p>Will an irrigation system use more water?2017-03-27T00:00:00+00:002024-03-28T07:53:58+00:00adminhttps://groundleveltc.com/blog/author/admin/https://groundleveltc.com/blog/will-an-irrigation-system-use-more-water/<p>If you have been watering your lawn manually, installing a irrigation system can be a huge step and you may have lots of questions. </p>
<p>One of the most frequent questions we hear is "Will an irrigation system use more water than I am currently using?" </p>
<p>The answer is No, if the irrigation system is installed correctly. </p>
<p>You may also SAVE water installing an automatic sprinkler system. </p>
<p>Ground Level Landscaping works with Rain Bird, Hunter & K-Rain products to produce an irrigation system that will work best for you and your lawn. Working with multiple brands gives us the opportunity to build something completely custom that may allow you to conserve more water because a well designed and efficient system will apply the exact amount of water your lawn needs.</p>
<p><img alt="" src="https://www.groundleveltc.com/media/uploads/image/home-irrigation.jpg" style="width: 40%; margin: 10px; float: left;"/>Many companies out there will install extra sprinkler heads to drive installation costs up. We pride ourselves in doing great work that has YOUR best interests in mind. </p>
<p>The days of leaving your hose on by accident will be a thing of the past. Such mistakes are very hard on your well pump and/or makes a costly monthly water bill.</p>
<p>A sprinkler system will give you no hassles and lets you enjoy the summers here in Northern Michigan that much more.</p>
<p>Contact Mike at ground Level Landscaping to schedule your free estimate! </p>
<p>We'd love to design an irrigation system that works for you.</p>Advantages of Drip Irrigation2017-01-30T00:00:00+00:002024-03-27T05:05:44+00:00adminhttps://groundleveltc.com/blog/author/admin/https://groundleveltc.com/blog/drip-irrigation/<h3>What exactly is drip irrigation? </h3>
<p>It's a low-pressure, low-volume watering system that delivers water to home landscapes in a variety of methods, including dripping, spraying and streams. </p>
<p>The system contains tubing which water flows through to deliver directly to the source.</p>
<p>Drip irrigation can be used at farms, commercial greenhouses, and residential gardeners. It's great for containerized landscapes and specialty crop producers. </p>
<p>Drip irrigation will not be perfect for every situation, but it does have several advantages in those situations where it can be used.</p>
<h3>Advantages</h3>
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<li>Increased yield</li>
<li>Conserve water by watering plants or crops at the roots</li>
<li>Lower pressure/lower volume</li>
<li>Timing can be automated</li>
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<p>Ground Level Landscaping & Irrigation has the technology, experience and equipment to meet all of your irrigation installation needs throughout Northern Michigan. </p>
<p>We service and install Rain Bird, K-Rain & Hunter systems. </p>