Irrigation Water Conservation

• Sensors: Irrigation systems should have sensors to shut down the system when it rains, or when more than enough water has been applied.
  
  
• Plants Vs Lawn: Turf and plant beds should be on separate valves. Applying water to both at the same time is one of the biggest wastes of water. Landscapes should be set up in zones, with one valve per zone. Shrubs vs. turf, shade vs. sun, drip vs. standard irrigation should be applied to the configuration and not mixed on the same valve.
  
  
• Irrigation Heads: Today's irrigation systems apply water with many different types of heads to accomplish different requirements; Spray heads, Rotary heads, Bubblers, Drip emitters, and Micro Sprays. All of these heads apply water at a different rate. Mixing these different heads on the same valve does not allow an even application of water across the area to be covered.
  
  
• Adjust For Seasons: Run times as well as the days the system is on should be adjusted throughout the different seasons. A great feature of the newer timeclocks is a seasonal-adjustment option allowing the user to increase or decrease the time allowed by selecting a percentage for adjustment.
  
  
• Maintenance: Keep your system in good order; review, adjust, and clean it on a regular basis. Inspect a couple of valves per month and review your irrigation coverage and make the necessary corrections.
  
  
• Time of Day: Irrigating at night will reduce water loss..but, depending on the time of the year and type of plant material, be careful not to create an environment for mold and fungus to develop. Early in the morning is usually best. Soil type, microclimate, and plant species need to be considered in determining the time of day to water.
  
  
• Master Valve: On large residential projects or even small projects such as summer homes or where the homeowner is frequently away, the use of a Master Valve installed at the water source will shut off the water supply when the system is not in use. It will turn the system back on at the next watering cycle. This eliminates water waste that occurs when no one is home to manually shut down the system.
  
  
• Matched Precipitation: Applying an even amount of water to each zone is achieved with matched precipitation rates per zone. A full-circle head should apply four times as much water as a quarter-circle head.
  
  
• High-Efficiency Nozzles: As of April 10, 2018 the following irrigation manufacturers have qualified as providing "High-Efficiency Nozzles" by the City of San Diego. Using the nozzles listed is a requirement for qualifying for the City of San Diego Water Rebate Program. (See list of nozzles under "SoCal Water Smart High-Efficiency Nozzles" for a complete list of the qualifying manufacturers.
  
  
• Multiple Programs: Today, irrigation timeclocks have multiple programs capable of separating turf areas (usually watered more) from shrub areas. This eliminates wasting water by running all zones at the same time.
  
  

Benefits of Our Irrigation Water Conservation

Investing in a professionally designed and installed irrigation system from West Landscape offers a multitude of advantages that extend beyond just greening your space:

• Optimized Plant Health - Our systems deliver water directly to the root zone, reducing runoff and evaporation, ensuring plants receive consistent, deep watering for stronger growth and increased resilience to disease and pests.
  
  
• Time and Effort Savings - Say goodbye to dragging hoses and manual watering. Automated systems free up your valuable time, allowing you to enjoy your landscape rather than labor over it.
  
  
• Enhanced Landscape Value - A lush, well-maintained landscape significantly boosts your property's curb appeal and overall market value. Our irrigation ensures your investment in landscaping continues to pay dividends.
  
  
• Nutrient Delivery - Precision irrigation can be integrated with fertilization systems (fertigation) to deliver nutrients directly to plants, promoting even healthier growth and reducing nutrient waste.
  
  
• Flexibility and Customization - We design systems tailored to your specific landscape needs, accounting for different plant types, soil conditions, and sun exposure, ensuring every zone gets precisely what it requires.
  
  

Focus On Water Conservation

Water is a precious resource, and at Landscapes West, water conservation is at the forefront of our irrigation philosophy. Our commitment to sustainability means designing and installing systems that minimize waste and maximize efficiency by:

• Utilizing advanced smart controllers that adjust watering schedules based on real-time weather data, soil moisture levels, and plant needs, preventing unnecessary watering.
  
  
• Installing drip irrigation and low-volume sprinkler heads delivers water directly where it's needed, significantly reducing evaporation and runoff compared to traditional sprinklers.
  
  
• Dividing your landscape into specific zones enables us to provide customized watering for different areas, ensuring that water-hungry plants receive more water, while drought-tolerant ones receive less.
  
  
• Incorporating features for early leak detection, preventing water loss, and preventing potential damage. Regular maintenance also ensures peak efficiency.
  
  
• Integrating rain sensors that automatically shut off the system during rainfall, conserving water, and preventing overwatering, which can harm plants.
  
  

We will provide an intelligent, efficient, and water-conserving irrigation solution that aligns with modern practices, creating a beautiful and sustainable landscape that will last for years to come.