After turning off the sprinkler system's main valve and the backflow ... read the manufacturer’s instructions carefully before draining this part. Keep the ball valves off and turn off manual drain ...

As winter fades and spring turns to summer, gardeners and homeowners face the challenge of transitioning their watering ...

Drip the faucet farthest from your home’s main water valve ... and water sprinkler lines. (If you have swimming pool or sprinkler supply lines, don't forget to drain them too.) ...

Pipes that are exposed to severe cold, like outdoor hose bibs, swimming pool supply lines and water sprinkler ... Remove, drain and store hoses used outdoors. Close inside valves supplying outdoor ...