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Common Water Issue in BC
Irrigation Valve Leaking — Solenoid & Manifold Detection
Leaking irrigation valves waste water and cause soggy areas around valve boxes. BC property owners should know how to identify and address common irrigation valve leaks.
Possible Causes
- •Failed solenoid valve diaphragm not sealing properly
- •Debris in valve preventing complete closure
- •Loose or damaged fitting at valve manifold connections
- •Cracked valve body from freeze damage
- •Leaking valve box drain or conduit entry
Recommended Steps
- 1Check if water flows from sprinklers when system is off — indicates valve not sealing
- 2Inspect valve box for standing water
- 3Clean valve solenoid and diaphragm of debris
- 4Test each zone manually to isolate leaking valve
- 5Call professional leak detection for buried supply line issues beyond the valve
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