FAQ to EMCO Sprinkler Company Inc.
Proudly Offering Lawn Sprinkler and LED Landscape Lighting Services
EMCO Sprinkler Company Inc. is proud to offer dependable lawn sprinkler and landscape lighting services. If you have any questions or need assistance with your lawn sprinklers, landscape lighting, or other services in the Pittsburgh area, don’t hesitate to reach out. Contact us at (412) 793-2090, and we’ll be happy to assist you. Check out our list below of some of the most common questions we get.
How Do Underground Irrigation Systems Work?
EMCO designers will come to your property to assess the size and coverage needs of your lawn and garden. Our salespeople have over 40 years’ experience designing and installing sprinkler systems. We take pride in developing an excellent plan for your landscape. Zones are determined and materials and head selections are made according to the plants that need watered. Our staff will set up and program your automatic controller so your sprinklers water your lawn when needed. We cover lawns, flower beds, tree plantings and new shrubs. Your sprinkler heads are installed with lawn and plant areas for the best possible coverage. The number of heads installed depends on water flow and pressure at the point of connection.
When your underground irrigation is installed, minimal damage will be visible to the existing lawn. We use the newest technology and pull the pipe underneath the ground. You will not see trenches or holes in the yard, just a slit through the grass from the vibratory plow our state of the art machine uses that heals up within a few weeks of installation. The technicians replace any lose dirt, and sweep all debris off paths and sidewalks. This ensures your property keeps looking great.
How Much Water Does the System Use?
Water usage will depend on how many zones we install on your property and how often the system runs. The automatic controller will run according to your lawn needs.
Is the Product Durable and What About a Warranty?
EMCO is proud to offer a 1-year workmanship warranty. Rainbird offers a 5-year warranty on 5000 Series heads and 3-year warranty on all other Rainbird products. We use top products from Rainbird, Toro , Netafim, Irritrol, Kichler and Volt.
What About Water Conservation?
We love offering the wireless rain sensor. It helps saves water by measuring precipitation and keeping the irrigation system from running in rainy conditions. Many of our clients are installing this new piece of technology as part of their current system. Our controllers are WiFi capable and are becoming increasingly popular with our customers. The WiFi module allows you to turn your system off or on at any time or place from the touch of a button on your smart phone.
What is a Secondary Meter (Sewage Deduct Meter), and is it Worth Installing One?
A secondary meter helps measure the water your home uses for your irrigation system and you will not be charged for the sewage on this water usage. This water does not go through the sewage system. Depending upon the size of your irrigation system and how frequently you run it, it may be worth looking into this secondary meter.
