From our landscaping experience, detecting and repairing leaks in irrigation systems is key to saving water and keeping your garden healthy. Even with an initial inspection, issues can arise during the season, so it’s important for homeowners to know how to spot them.

🚨 Most Common Irrigation Problems and How to Solve Them
In Utah, these are the 4 most frequent issues that can affect your irrigation system’s performance:

1️⃣ Clogged Valves and Pipes

• Cause: Stones or debris can block a valve, preventing it from closing properly.
  
• Effect: Continuous dripping and water waste.
  
• Solution: Clean or replace the damaged valve.
  

2️⃣ Tree Root Damage

• Cause: Growing roots press on and break main pipes or manifolds.
  
• Solution: Controlled excavation, root removal, and replacement of damaged pipes.
  

3️⃣ Freeze Damage (Poor Winterization)

• Cause: Water freezing inside pipes and sprinklers expands and bursts them.
  
• Solution: Repair damaged pipes, valves, or backflow preventers.
  
• Prevention: Always schedule professional winterization in the fall.
  

4️⃣ Damaged Heads and Nozzles

• Cause: Impacts, wear, or misalignment.
  
• Effect: Visible leaks and poor irrigation coverage.
  
• Solution: Adjust or replace heads and nozzles.
  
• Importance: Address quickly to avoid dry patches that are hard to recover.
  

🕵️‍♀️ How to Detect Leaks in Your Irrigation System

• Puddles or overly wet areas hours after watering.
  
• Sounds of water (dripping, hissing, or flow) when the system is off.
  
• Movement on your water meter when all household appliances are off.
  

✅ What to Do if You Spot a Problem
Contact a professional irrigation specialist. Timely diagnosis can save you hundreds of dollars and keep your lawn healthy.At Marbella Landscaping, we offer inspections, maintenance, and irrigation system repairs in Utah.
💚 Protect your garden from major damage—contact us today!