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Common Water Issue in BC
Underground Sprinkler Geyser — Pipe or Head Leak
A geyser or fountain of water from a sprinkler zone indicates a broken pipe or damaged sprinkler head in the buried irrigation system.
Possible Causes
- •Broken sprinkler pipe from freeze damage or physical impact
- •Damaged or blown-out sprinkler head from age or vehicle impact
- •Loose or damaged fitting at sprinkler head riser
- •Failed swing joint allowing excessive movement
- •Root intrusion lifting or damaging sprinkler components
Recommended Steps
- 1Shut off irrigation at the zone valve immediately
- 2Mark the location of the geyser for repair reference
- 3Excavate carefully around the damaged area to assess damage
- 4Replace damaged pipe section or sprinkler head as needed
- 5Test zone after repair before backfilling
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