Case Study — Zone Wouldn’t Shut Off (Valve Diaphragm Grit Blockage)
A Troy homeowner’s zone stayed on after shutoff. Measurements confirmed grit in the valve diaphragm — here’s how it was fixed.
Case Study — Zone Chattered on Startup (Hydraulic Instability & Marginal PSI)
A Rochester Hills homeowner reported a sprinkler zone that chattered loudly and sprayed weakly. Measurements showed the valve wasn’t bad — the zone demand exceeded supply PSI. Splitting the zone and stabilizing pressure solved the issue.
Case Study — System-Wide Low Pressure (Upstream Restriction & Backflow Issues)
When every zone in a Birmingham, MI system had weak spray and heads barely rose, we traced the issue upstream. Tests confirmed that the pressure drop occurred at the backflow preventer — debris and regulator wear caused a system-wide loss of PSI.
Case Study — Heads Misting Everywhere (Overpressure & Need for Regulation)
A Livonia sprinkler system sprayed fine mist instead of droplets. Tests showed excessive pressure — over 75 PSI at the heads — causing atomization, wind drift, and wasted water. Installing pressure-regulated heads and a main regulator restored coverage and saved water.
Case Study — Hidden Leak Caused Sudden Water Bill Spike (Lateral Line Break)
A Troy homeowner’s water bill doubled in one month. System seemed normal until a pressure test revealed a lateral line leak underground. Digging exposed a cracked poly pipe caused by tree root intrusion. Repairing the pipe and adding monitoring restored efficiency.