{"id":2853,"date":"2021-03-16T05:42:16","date_gmt":"2021-03-16T05:42:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternativeearthcare.com\/supergreen\/?p=2853"},"modified":"2023-03-13T05:44:43","modified_gmt":"2023-03-13T05:44:43","slug":"why-installing-a-smart-sprinkler-system-can-help-you-conserve-water","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alternativeearthcare.com\/supergreen\/why-installing-a-smart-sprinkler-system-can-help-you-conserve-water\/","title":{"rendered":"Why installing a Smart Sprinkler System Can Help You Conserve Water"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Why installing a Smart Sprinkler System Can Help You Conserve Water<\/h1>\n

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A smart irrigation system can help you conserve water and maximize the efficiency of every drop. Today, we\u2019re diving into a few easy ways you can use your new Sunrise Irrigation System to minimize your water dependency while still keeping your yard looking lush and healthy.<\/p>\n

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Why is Water Conservation Important for Irrigation Systems?<\/h2>\n

When you think of irrigation systems, your backyard landscape comes to mind. Yet, consider for a moment the large-scale impact of widespread irrigation efforts.<\/p>\n

In 2018, U.S. farms irrigated a collective 55.9 million acres. To do so, they used 83.4 million acre-feet of water. While wells provided for half of this water use, sprinkler systems took top place as the most widely used distribution method. In all, sprinklers covered 31.7 million irrigated acres.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no denying that water is a precious natural resource that\u2019s only becoming scarcer. Any steps that we can take to maximize irrigation water conservation can help us save it to the greatest extent possible.<\/p>\n

1. Adjust Seasonal Sprinkler Settings<\/h2>\n

Smart irrigation systems come equipped with internal clocks that can help homeowners control and optimize water use. To get the most use out of yours, consider the current season.<\/p>\n

As a rule, grass needs far less water in the spring and fall than it does in the drenching heat of summer. If you\u2019re still using a traditional irrigation season, you might not be able to adjust those settings. That means you\u2019re forced to deliver the same amount of water to your grass all year long, even though it\u2019s not nearly as thirsty when the temperatures drop.<\/p>\n<\/picture>\n

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2. Leverage Weather Sensors<\/h2>\n

Your smart irrigation system can automatically adjust to the temperature outside via live weather feeds. It also knows to cut back on water use if it\u2019s cloudy, cool or rainy. This way, you aren\u2019t drenching the ground when it doesn\u2019t need it. You\u2019ll also save time and money and extend the life of your system along the way!<\/p>\n

In addition, these advanced sensors can tell when a rain event has just occurred and irrigation needs are low. They\u2019ll also automatically stop irrigation when temperatures approach freezing, helping you prevent damaging ice from building up on your valuable hardscapes and landscape features.<\/p>\n

3. Access Landscape-Based Controllers<\/h2>\n

Some of the most advanced smart sprinklers come equipped with sensors that can gauge the exact condition of your yard to deliver the appropriate amount of water every time. Some of the features that these systems take into account include:<\/p>\n