Whether your lawn is large or small, watering is an inevitable part of life. If you have any kind of garden, watering is downright essential. The most environmentally-conscious of us might be happy to let their lawns go brown during the summer. But no matter how much you want to save water, you’ve g...

A smart thermostat, also known as a connected or communicating thermostat, allows you to create automatic and programmable temperature settings based on daily schedules, weather conditions, and heating and cooling needs. Some Wi-Fi thermostats have this advanced functionality, but not all do. Why no...

Smart irrigation controllers tailor watering schedules and run times automatically to meet specific landscape needs. These controllers are a proven technology to improve outdoor water use efficiencies. Technology improves irrigation efficiency Up to 70% of residential water use in the Valley occurs ...

Water timers make it possible to automatically water your lawn and garden on a recurring basis. Both mechanical and digital water timers help you maintain healthy plant growth, while freeing you up for other activities. These irrigation timers can also help you run your water more efficiently, by tu...

Whether your lawn is large or small, watering is an inevitable part of life. If you have any kind of garden, watering is downright essential. The most environmentally-conscious of us might be happy to let their lawns go brown during the summer. But no matter how much you want to save water, you’ve g...

As much as people love to have a lawn with fresh and healthy grass or a beautiful garden, the idea of having to water the thing on a daily basis sounds like the most tedious thing on the planet. Thankfully, we live in a world where we can have plenty of processes automated for us, and with garden wa...

With summer in full swing, you've probably spent more time than you care to admit thinking about—and handling—yard work. And if you want to make your lawn the envy of the neighborhood, you might want to consider giving your sprinkler system an upgrade. How? Swap out the system controller for a smart...

Lawn sprinklers are essential if you want to keep your grass and garden lush and healthy, but they can also be a hassle to set up and turn on and off everyday. Sprinkler timers and controllers are designed to take care of that job for you, and can also add an impressive amount of customization to yo...

Compatibility with Sprinkler Parts Smart sprinkler controllers usually install easily and jibe with existing in-ground wired sprinkler systems, as long as they are attached to an AC power supply. You’ll need to plug the system control into an outlet or have it hardwired into your electrical system. ...

When life gets busy, lawn maintenance is just one more thing on the laundry list of to-dos we often struggle to squeeze into our day. Smart sprinkler controllers take the guesswork out of watering the lawn and garden, freeing up time for more pressing homeowner matters. You’ve likely seen pop-up spr...

The experts agree that smart irrigation systems and controllers versus traditional irrigation controllers conserve water across a variety of scenarios. Several controlled research studies indicate substantial water savings anywhere from 30 to 50 percent. Tests by the Irrigation Association (IA) and ...

Essentially there are two types of smart irrigation controllers: weather-based (ET) and on-site soil moisture sensors. The right solution depends on your geographic location and landscape environment. Weather-based smart irrigation controllers Weather-based controllers, also referred to as evapotran...