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Common Water Issue in BC
Irrigation & Sprinkler System Leak — Seasonal Water Loss
Buried irrigation systems commonly develop leaks from freeze damage, root intrusion, or physical damage from landscaping. BC property owners often discover irrigation leaks from unexpectedly high summer water bills.
Possible Causes
- •Freeze-damaged pipe or fitting from inadequate winterization
- •Root intrusion into pipe joints from nearby trees and shrubs
- •Physical damage from landscaping, aerating, or excavation
- •Failed sprinkler head seal or riser connection leak
- •Solenoid valve leak at manifold or control valve box
Recommended Steps
- 1Check if water is pooling in specific zones when the system is running
- 2Turn off the system and check the meter — if meter still runs, leak is on the main line
- 3Inspect each valve box for standing water or debris
- 4Run each zone individually and walk the lines looking for wet spots, geysers, or soggy areas
- 5Call professional leak detection with tracer gas for buried irrigation lines
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