All Terrain's
sprinkler start-up process is methodical and thorough. We begin by inspecting all visible system components. Valve boxes get opened and examined for winter damage, moisture issues, or debris that's accumulated while your system has been off.
Each valve is tested individually. We verify it opens smoothly, maintains proper flow rates, and closes completely when it should. Valves that show any hesitation or signs of wear get attention now, before they fail during peak season.
Your backflow preventer receives careful inspection and testing. This component is critical for water safety, and we make sure it's functioning exactly as it should. We check connections, test operation, and verify everything is in proper working order.
Then we run your system zone by zone. We activate each zone and walk it completely while it's operating. We watch every sprinkler head perform, checking for proper pop-up, correct spray pattern, and appropriate coverage.
We look for common issues that develop over winter and from regular use: heads that don't rise fully, spray patterns that have deteriorated, coverage gaps that leave dry spots, and overspray hitting hardscapes instead of the landscape. We identify clogged nozzles, broken components, and heads that have settled or been pushed out of alignment.
System pressure gets tested and monitored throughout this process. Castle Rock's water pressure can vary, and we need to ensure your system handles those variations properly.