How Do I Clean a Clogged Sprinkler Nozzle? Jenks, Oklahoma
The short answer: Pull up the pop-up stem, unscrew or pull off the nozzle, rinse it under water, and use a small pin or paperclip to clear debris from the opening. For spray head nozzles, twist counterclockwise to remove. For rotors, pry up the rubber nozzle cover and lift out the nozzle insert. Flush the […]
Why Does My Sprinkler Head Spin Wildly Instead of Rotating Slowly?
The short answer: A rotor head that spins too fast instead of slowly sweeping back and forth has worn internal gears or a damaged drive mechanism. The gears inside gear-driven rotors are designed to convert water pressure into slow, controlled rotation. When these gears wear out or break, the head loses its braking mechanism and […]
What Size Sprinkler Head Do I Need to Replace My Old One?
The short answer: Most residential sprinkler heads use a 1/2-inch threaded connection (the fitting that screws into the pipe), so matching that is usually straightforward. The more important measurements are the pop-up height (how tall the stem rises, typically 2, 3, 4, or 6 inches), the spray radius (how far water reaches), and the spray […]
What Tools Do I Need to Replace a Sprinkler Head in Broken Arrow?
The short answer: For a basic sprinkler head replacement, you need only four things: a small shovel or garden trowel for digging, Teflon tape (plumber’s tape) for the threads, the replacement head itself, and optionally a pair of pliers or channel locks if the old head is stuck. That’s it. Total cost for tools and […]
How Do I Raise a Sprinkler Head That Has Sunk Too Low, Tulsa?
The short answer: Dig around the head to expose the connection, unscrew the head from the riser, add a riser extension (also called a cutoff riser or nipple extension) to raise the height, then reinstall the head. Riser extensions come in various lengths from 2 to 6 inches and simply thread between the existing fitting […]
How Do I Replace a Broken Pop-Up Sprinkler Head Myself?
The short answer: Turn off the water to your irrigation system, dig around the broken head to expose the connection, unscrew the old head counterclockwise from the riser or fitting, wrap the threads of your new head with Teflon tape, and screw it in clockwise until snug. Run the zone to flush debris and check […]
Smart Irrigation Controller
What Is a Smart Irrigation Controller and Is It Worth Upgrading? By the irrigation experts at Complete Lawn Care | Serving Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Bixby, Jenks, Owasso, and Sand Springs A smart irrigation controller is a Wi-Fi connected timer that automatically adjusts your watering schedule based on real-time weather data, local evapotranspiration rates, and your […]
Sprinkler Programs
What Is the Difference Between Program A, B, and C on My Sprinkler Timer? By the irrigation experts at Complete Lawn Care | Serving Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Bixby, Jenks, Owasso, and Sand Springs Programs A, B, and C on your sprinkler timer are three separate, independent watering schedules that can each run different zones on […]
Isn’t It Nice to Have Someone Take Care of Your Yard? (A Love Letter to Your Weekends) Collinsville, Oklahoma
Here’s the truth nobody wants to admit: You work hard all week. You leave the house at 7am and deal with meetings, deadlines, difficult people, traffic, and a thousand small frustrations. You finally get home Friday evening, and what’s waiting for you? A lawn that needs mowing. Weeds that need spraying. Edges that need trimming. […]
Bermuda Grass Care Guide for Oklahoma: Everything You Need to Know
Bermuda grass is the most common lawn grass in Oklahoma because it thrives in our hot summers, tolerates drought, and handles full sun beautifully. To keep Bermuda healthy, mow at 1.5-2.5 inches weekly during the growing season, water deeply but infrequently, fertilize 4-6 times per year, and apply pre-emergent in late February. Bermuda goes dormant […]