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Irrigation Maintenance Checklist Perfect for Spring Weather -
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Adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered & not the house, sidewalk or street
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January 31
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Turn off the water while you shave & save up to 300 gallons a month
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January 29
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When watering plants, apply water only as fast as the soil can absorb it
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January 29
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Aerate your lawn at least once a year so water can reach the roots rather than run off the surface
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January 28
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Turn off the water while you wash your hair to save up to 150 gallons a month
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January 28
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Adjust your watering schedule each month to match seasonal weather conditions & landscape requirements
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January 28
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Listen for dripping faucets & running toilets. Fixing a leak can save 300 gallons a month or more
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January 27
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Plant with finished compost to add water-holding & nutrient-rich organic matter to the soil
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January 26
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Leave lower branches on trees/shrubs & allow leaf litter to accumulate on soil (keeps it cooler & reduces evaporation)
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January 24
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Use a hose nozzle or turn off the water while you wash your car. You'll save up to 100 gallons every time
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January 24
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Winterize outdoor spigots when temperatures dip below freezing to prevent pipes from leaking or bursting
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January 22
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Wash your car on the lawn & you'll water your lawn at the same time
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January 21
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When the kids want to cool off, use the sprinkler in an area where your lawn needs it the most
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January 21
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When you save water, you save money on your utility bills too. Saving water is easy for everyone to do
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January 20
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If installing a lawn, select a turf mix or blend that matches your climate & site conditions
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January 20
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Use a trowel, shovel, or soil probe to examine soil moisture depth. If the top 2-3" of soil are dry it's time to water
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January 20
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Install an instant water heater near your kitchen sink so you don't have to run the water while it heats up
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January 19
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If your dishwasher is new, cut back on rinsing. Newer models clean more thoroughly than older ones
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January 18
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If your toilet flapper doesn't close after flushing, replace it
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January 18
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Make sure there are water-saving aerators on all of your faucets
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January 17
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Upcoming Training Makes Landscape Professionals Smart about How They Use Water -
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January 12
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Teach your children to turn off faucets tightly after each use
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January 11
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Use drip irrigation for shrubs & trees to apply water directly to the roots where it's needed
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January 11
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Install a rain sensor on your irrigation controller so your system won't run when it's raining
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January 9
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When running a bath, plug the tub before turning the water on, then adjust the temperature as the tub fills up
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January 9
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Walkways & patios provide space that don't need to be watered. These useful "rooms" can also add value to your property
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January 8
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Use sprinklers for large areas of grass. Water small patches by hand to avoid waste
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January 8
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When cleaning out fish tanks, give the nutrient-rich water to your plants
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January 8
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Keep a bucket in the shower to catch water as it warms up or runs. Use this water to flush toilets or water plants
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January 7
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