Do you associate watering your landscape with a conventional hose and sprinkler system and hours of hard work? Not only is this time consuming, it can also waste a lot of water. If you're thinking of enhancing the greenery and plantlife around your yard or patio areas, there's hope yet. Here are a few of the options available to you.
Drip Irrigation Systems
Drip irrigation relies on a slow process, getting water into the soil little by little. This way, the plants get a deeper, more thorough watering, ultimately growing healthier in the process. Because the method is 90 percent efficient, you'll save water, too. This eases the stress on both your monthly bill and the environment. The system requires a series of parts, including a valve, backflow preventer, pressure regulator, filter, emitters, mainline, sub-main, adapters, fittings, and an end cap.
Timers
Timers take you out of the equation altogether. We all regret the plants we've sacrificed to weeks of neglect. Out on the yard, unwatered plants will wilt for the entire neighborhood to see. Don't let this happen to you again. Instead, why not install a timer with automatic turn-on and shut-down programming, even for the weeks you go on vacation? Potential features include water budgeting, rain sensors, default programs, and remote control options.
Greywater Systems
In addition to saving fresh water and cutting your water usage by up to 50 percent, greywater systems have numerous advantages. They extend the life of your septic tank, benefit plants and soil, protect the quality of natural ground waters, and keep you aware of what's going down your drain. Greywater systems entail reusing shower, sink, and laundry water for reuse as irrigation for landscaping. All of this water would otherwise account for 50 to 80 percent of that wasted by residential users.
Get started on any of the above by contacting a knowledgeable landscaping contractor. Begin saving water, nurturing your plantlife, and reducing your carbon footprint today!
