Not sure when to schedule your sprinkler blowout? These warning signs mean it’s time to act.

1. Morning frost on your lawn

Once frost starts appearing, the ground is getting cold enough to freeze water in shallow pipes.

2. You’ve turned off your irrigation controller

If you’re done watering for the year, it’s time to fully winterize your system.

3. Sprinkler heads are sputtering

Inconsistent spray or sputtering could mean air or trapped water — a sign your system needs to be cleared.

4. Your neighbors are calling

If you see service trucks in your neighborhood, you’re officially in blowout season. Don’t wait and get left behind.

5. You see water pooling or leaking

Even a slow drip from a sprinkler head or valve can freeze overnight and cause major issues.

Why timing matters

Winter damage often happens underground and invisibly. By the time symptoms show up in spring, you’re looking at hundreds in repairs.

Bonus Tip: Book early for priority scheduling

Our calendar fills fast from mid-September through October. Booking early ensures you get the time slot you need — and avoids the post-freeze panic rush.