Q. Are there different systems to choose from?
A. Although every system should be tailored to meet individual needs, a typical system will be comprised of a controller (which functions as the brains of the system), valves (which open and close to release and stop the flow of water to underground pipes) and sprinklers (which actually distribute the water to a given area.)

Q. How do I know what type of system is best for me?
A. A Sanderson & DeHaan professional will take into consideration factors such as water source and pressure, soil type, planting materials and weather conditions. They will use all this information to design a system specific to the needs of your landscape.

Q. Will an automatic sprinkler system use more water than I'm currently using?
A. No. In fact, it will conserve water. You'll never have to worry about runoff from over watering or wasting water when you forget to turn off the hose.

Q. Does having a sprinkler system really save time?
A. Yes. You won't have to spend another minute of your valuable leisure time watering your lawn. Your new system will do all of the watering for you - even when you're away from home.

Q.Will an automatic sprinkler system water as well as I can water by hand?
A. It will do a much better job because a professionally designed system will deliver exactly the right amount of water to individual lawn and garden areas.

Q. How much will a good system cost?
A. The price of a system will vary depending upon factors such as property size, type of landscaping and special designs. But you can count on SDI to design a cost-effective system comprised of quality products.

Q. We generally get 40 or more inches of rainfall a year. Do we really need a sprinkler system?
A. If it rained at your house every three days - the same exact amount each time - you probably wouldn't need a sprinkling system. But nature doesn't work that way, and the only way to ensure healthy, lush growth is to make certain your lawn and plants receive regularly timed, evenly measured amount of water. In the dry season when there is little or no rain, your yard can suffer damage after just a few days without water

Q. Will my existing lawn suffer significant damage from installing a sprinkler system?
A. At Sanderson & DeHaan, we take the utmost care to limit the damage to your existing lawn and landscape during the installation process. We use a vibratory plow or pipe plow to install the underground piping. This results in minimal damage to the existing turf. Installing an irrigation system in an existing lawn is major surgery for your yard. But like any surgery, the scars heal over time. On average, most yards heal up within 2-3 weeks, and many yards heal much faster.