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Commonly Asked Questions 
If you're considering the purchase of an automatic sprinkler system for your home, you undoubtedly have many questions you'd like to ask Everyone does, which is why we've assembled the most frequently asked questions in this brochure. Reading this information should provide many answers for you, but please don't hesitate to ask your local irrigation contractor or your nearest Rain Bird turf distributor should you have additional questions.
Q. Will an automatic sprinkler system do as good of a watering job as I can do by hand"?
A. It will do a much better job because the system waters automatically - placing exactly the right amount of water on individual lawn and garden areas. It never gets too busy to water properly, and it never forgets to turn the water off at the appropriate time.
Q. Will the system use more water than I'm currently using?
A. No. In fact, it actually will conserve water while doing a better job of watering. You'll never have to worry about runoff from over-watering or wasting water when you forget to turn off the hose. And, with Rain Bird's Rain Check™, your system will know when it is raining and simply shut itself off when water is not needed.
Q. We generally get about 50 of rainfall a year Do we really need a sprinkler system with that much rain?
A. If it rained at your house every three days — the same exact amount each time — you probably wouldn't need a sprinkler system. But nature doesn't work that way, and the only way to ensure healthy, lush plant growth is to make certain your lawn and plants receive a regularly timed, evenly measured amount of water. In the dry season when there is little or no rain, your yard can suffer damage after just a few days without water.
Q. Will having a sprinkler system really save me time?
A. When you have an automatic sprinkler system
installed at your home, you simply can forget about watering. No more worrying about finding the time to water everything you should, or remembering to move the hose and turn off the water. Your new sprinkler system will practically run itself, following your instructions to a tee — even when you are away from home. All the hours you normally spend watering your lawn and garden with a hose will be yours to spend doing the things you really like to do.
Q Are there different types of systems from which to choose?
A. There are many irrigation products manufactured by a variety of different companies. Many of these firms make only a component or two of the complete system. Rain Bird, however, manufactures complete irrigation systems and has a network of distributors across the country to support contractors who install Rain Bird systems. This is why Rain Bird products are recommended and installed by more than 80% of the country's leading turf users and specifiers. No other company offers the variety of irrigation equipment manufactured by Rain Bird.
Although every system should be tailored to meet individual needs, a typical system will be comprised of a controller (which functions as the brains of the system), valves (which open and close to release and stop the flow of water to underground pipes) and sprinklers (which actually distribute the water to a given area).
Q How do I know what tvpe of system is best for me?
A. It's always best to work with a professional irrigation contractor. He is knowledgeable about such factors as water supply and pressure, soil type, planting materials and weather conditions, all of which must be considered in determining the products needed for your system. Remember, an irrigation system should be customized to meet specific site requirements because every landscaping situation is different.
Q. Can I save money by installing the system myself?
A. A definite no! In fact, it could cost you more money in the long run. Your professional irrigation contractor will design and install the most cost-effective and energy-efficient system possible. You can be certain that he will select the appropriate equipment for the job, while streamlining the maintenance required to keep your landscaping in top shape.
He will pay special attention to such important factors as sprinkler patterns (it is important to overlap the patterns so that the outer edges receive sufficient water for healthy growth) and backflow prevention (which is necessary to protect your drinking water supply). And because your contractor is familiar with local plumbing and electrical codes, you won't have to worry about costly mistakes in wiring or pipe installation. He can do the job faster, with less disruption to existing landscaping, and will guarantee his work
Q. Will the system be too complicated for me to operate?
A. Rain Bird sprinkler systems are very easy to operate. Your contractor will set the system's controller with your individual watering schedule. Then all you have to do is sit back and let the system do all the work And, the watering schedule easily can be changed if necessary by just following the easy instructions on the inside of the controller cabinet. Your contractor will work with you to explain the system's operation.
Q. How much will a good system cost?
A. The price of a system will vary depending upon labor costs and individual needs such as property size, type of landscaping and special designs. But you can count on your irrigation contractor to design and recommend the right system for you at the lowest possible cost. He is familiar with Rain Bird's many products and knows how to put the right ones together in a system that will achieve maximum results for you. He also knows that Rain Bird, as well as its nationwide distributor network stands behind all Rain Bird products and is serious about commitment to quality construction and after-sale service.
The Advantages of Owning an Automatic Underground Sprinkler System
• Saves time. No more spending long hours watering with a hose. You won't have to worry about remembering to move the hose every 20 minutes either. Your new system will do all the remembering for you.
• Saves water. How many times have you forgotten the water running outside, only to remember an hour or more later and find that hundreds of gallons have drained onto the street? An automatic sprinkler system can save you literally thousands of gallons of water a year simply by remembering to turn itself off at the right time.
• Saves planta Just like people, most plants thrive on a steady, well-regulated schedule of nutrition. You can count on an automatic sprinkler system to provide your plants with a carefully timed, precisely measured amount of water — exactly when they need it
• Protects your financial investment Your home's appearance is an important factor in determining its market value. An attractively landscaped exterior, with lush growth and healthy plants, helps your house project that fresh, well-maintained look.
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