When we “Spring Forward” with longer days and some high winds, there are also changes happening in your pipes.
- Thawing of water lines: Spring means finding, fixing, and preventing water leaks in and around your home.
- Think xeriscape: Use native drought-resistant plants and rock gardens.
- Run-off from watering: Dig basins around individual plants to prevent the run-off while watering.
- Tree mulch: Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants to slow the moisture evaporation.
- Weeds: Pull weeds that steal water from desirable plants.
- Watering schedule: During the month of March, water once per week. During April and May, water twice per week. Water early morning or late afternoon to prevent evaporation.
- Inclement weather: Don’t water when it is raining or windy.
- Inspection: Walk around your property once per week to look for spongy or mushy ground where broken pipes might be hidden.
- Sprinklers: Check sprinklers for jammed or malfunctioning heads. Use accurate, efficient sprinkler or drip irrigation systems instead of hand watering.
- Meter read schedule: Check your bill for the next date the meter is to be read.