Well, October is off to a beautiful start! With a little bit of rain, but for the most part,
that Bucks County Fall weather has been amazing! In this month's Blog we're going
to discuss, what happens when you buy a home with an existing Irrigation System.

This is a very important topic so let's jump right in!!!

If you’ve ever bought a home that already had an irrigation system installed, you know how
great it sounds in theory — a built-in setup that keeps your lawn looking its best, automatically!
But as many Bucks County homeowners find out, not every system was designed or installed
with the same level of care. At CB Irrigation, we get calls all the time from homeowners who inherited systems that aren’t quite performing the way they should. Maybe the coverage is uneven, the water pressure is off, or you’ve got a few mystery zones that never seem to run right. Sometimes the signs show up right away… and sometimes they take a few seasons to reveal themselves.

Why Some Systems Don’t Age Well

Not every contractor takes the time to plan a system properly — and over the years, small shortcuts during installation can turn into big frustrations. Things like:

• Sprinkler heads spaced too far apart (leaving dry spots or soggy patches)
• Valves and wiring buried too deep or not sealed properly
• Poor zoning that causes certain areas to be overwatered while others stay dry
• Cheap parts that start leaking or clogging after just a few seasons

Even if your system looks fine from the surface, these underlying issues can quietly waste water, drive up your bill, and prevent your lawn and landscaping from getting consistent coverage.

Fall: The Perfect Time for a Reality Check

Before the colder weather sets in, fall is an ideal time to take a closer look at how your irrigation system is performing. You’re watering less this time of year, which makes it easier to spot pressure drops, misaligned heads, or leaks that went unnoticed during the busier summer months.

Having a professional technician from CB Irrigation inspect and tune up your system now can save you from bigger headaches down the road — especially before it’s time to shut things down for winter.

We Specialize in Making It Right

At CB Irrigation, we don’t just service the systems we install — we diagnose and repair any system, no matter who put it in. Our experienced team knows how to uncover the subtle installation issues that others miss, and we’ll get your setup running smoothly, efficiently, and reliably.

If you’ve been noticing uneven watering, leaks, or unexplained pressure problems — or if you’ve simply never had your system checked since moving in — now’s the time. A quick visit from our team can make a world of difference heading into the next season!

Thanks for checking in as always and Happy Halloween!!!

- CB Irrigation Inc.