Practical irrigation advice from a Northern Colorado contractor. Tips on watering schedules, sprinkler repair, winterization, and saving water in Erie, Longmont, and Weld County.
On May 26, Erie's Town Council adopted a new Water Allocation Policy that lays out a clear, thoughtful plan for the next several years. Mayor Andrew Moore walked through it in a recent blog post. Here's the takeaway for Erie homeowners with sprinkler systems, and why I think we're in a good spot to come out of this period with healthier, smarter yards.
What your lawn and sprinkler system actually need, month by month, in Erie and the surrounding Front Range towns. Built around Colorado's drought reality, clay soil, and the cool-season grass cycle, with specific actions for each month and the common mistakes I see homeowners make.
Erie added thousands of new homes in the last few years, and most arrived with a builder-installed sprinkler system that wasn't designed for what just happened this spring. After Colorado's first Level 4 water emergency of 2026, here's what every new Erie homeowner should know about their yard, their water, and the rules nobody handed you at closing.
In March 2026, the Town of Erie declared a water supply emergency and ordered all residents, HOAs, and businesses to immediately shut off their irrigation systems — threatening to cut water service to anyone who didn't comply. Here's what happened, what it means for your sprinkler system, and how to protect your lawn and landscape as we head into a drought-strained summer.
Wondering what a sprinkler installation actually looks like? Here's the full process from design to final walkthrough, including how long it takes and what your yard looks like afterward.
Thinking about replacing your lawn with xeriscaping? Here's a real cost comparison, the pros and cons, and why the best answer for most Colorado homeowners is somewhere in the middle.
A few simple adjustments can fix dry spots and stop watering the sidewalk. Here's how to do it yourself, plus the signs that something bigger is going on.
That metal device near your garage keeps irrigation water out of your drinking supply. Colorado requires annual testing, and skipping it can mean fines. Here's what you need to know.
Colorado summers are brutal on lawns. Here's how much water your grass actually needs, the best schedule for hot weeks, and when it's okay to let things go brown.
Smart controllers can cut your water bill by 20-40%, but they're not magic. Here's what they actually do, which ones we recommend, and whether you should upgrade.
A straight breakdown of what a sprinkler system costs along the Front Range in 2026, what drives the price up or down, and how to avoid paying twice for a bad install.
Spray heads for the lawn, drip for the flower beds? It's not always that simple. Here's how to pick the right setup for Northern Colorado.
2026 is shaping up to be a historic drought year on the Front Range. Here's what watering rules are in effect and how to keep your lawn alive within them.
It's warm out and your lawn looks thirsty. But turning on your sprinklers too early in Colorado can cause expensive damage.
A national chain doesn't know Erie's clay soil, Longmont's water pressure, or your neighborhood's watering schedule. A local sprinkler company does.
Front Range water bills can hit $300/month in summer. Here are five upgrades that actually pay for themselves.
Freeze damage can cost $500-$1,500 to fix. Here's when to blow out your system and why a shop compressor won't cut it.
Brown patches, high water bills, and heads stuck down are all telling you something. Here are seven signs your system needs attention.
