Smart Watering Starts Now: Prepping Your Sprinkler System for Utah’s Hot Summer

Utah’s summers bring intense heat and dry conditions that can quickly stress your landscape if your sprinkler system is not prepared. Getting ahead now with smart watering strategies ensures your lawn, gardens, and outdoor spaces stay healthy while conserving valuable water resources. A little preparation today makes a big difference in how your landscape thrives through the hottest months ahead.

Prepare Your Sprinkler System Early for Maximum Efficiency

As temperatures begin to climb across Utah, now is the perfect time to prepare your sprinkler system for the demands of summer. Waiting too long often leads to wasted water, stressed landscapes, and higher utility bills. By acting early, you ensure your system is working efficiently and delivering the right amount of water exactly where your landscape needs it. A professional inspection or tune-up identifies small issues before they escalate into costly repairs during the peak watering season.

Identify and Repair Damage from Winter Weather

Utah winters can leave behind hidden damage in your irrigation system. Freeze-thaw cycles may crack sprinkler heads, damage underground lines, or cause valve malfunctions. Even small leaks can result in significant water loss once your system runs regularly. Checking each zone thoroughly ensures every head is operating properly, coverage is uniform, and water is not pooling in unintended areas. A full system check also includes inspecting for clogged nozzles or misaligned heads that can impact distribution efficiency.

Optimize Your Watering Schedule for Utah’s Climate

Smart watering strategies make a major difference as summer heat intensifies. Early morning watering remains the most effective way to reduce evaporation and ensure water reaches the roots where it is needed most. Deep, consistent watering promotes strong root growth, making your lawn and plants more resilient to drought conditions. Adjusting your controller settings now prevents you from using outdated schedules that waste water or harm your landscape. Incorporating a smart controller allows your system to adapt automatically based on weather forecasts and soil conditions, reducing the need for constant manual adjustments.

Invest in Upgrades That Save Water and Money

Upgrading your sprinkler system can significantly improve water efficiency and protect your investment in your landscape. High-efficiency rotary nozzles, pressure-regulated heads, and drip irrigation for beds and shrubs deliver water more precisely, reducing runoff and evaporation. Adding rain sensors and soil moisture sensors prevents overwatering by shutting off the system during or after rainfall. These upgrades not only support Utah’s water conservation efforts but can also lower your monthly water bills during the hottest months of the year. Planning improvements now ensures your system operates at peak performance when you need it most.

Bonneville Sprinkling is Utah’s trusted partner for professional sprinkler system design, maintenance, and upgrades. With decades of experience serving homeowners across the Wasatch Front, we help you maximize water efficiency, protect your landscape, and prepare for every season. Our team delivers expert service and smart solutions tailored to Utah’s unique climate challenges. Contact Bonneville Sprinkling today to schedule your system check and enjoy a worry-free summer.