Why Lansing Winters Can Be Tough on Irrigation Systems

April 3, 2025 | Irrigation Systems

Let’s address the elephant in the room: Lansing winters can be brutal, and they are especially tough on irrigation systems. With temperatures often dipping well below freezing, your sprinkler system faces significant risks if it’s not properly prepared. When water is left inside pipes or sprinkler heads during a cold snap, it can freeze and expand. This expansion can lead to cracked pipes, damaged valves, and broken sprinkler heads—issues that can turn into costly repairs come spring. At Spartan Irrigation, we can’t stress enough how important it is to winterize your system to avoid damage during harsh weather.

How Snow Affects Your Lawn and Irrigation System

February 3, 2025 | Irrigation Systems

Michigan winters bring a magical blanket of snow, transforming our yards into picturesque scenes straight out of a postcard. While snowfalls are beautiful, have you ever wondered what all that snow is doing to your lawn and irrigation system hiding underneath? At Spartan Irrigation, we want to help you understand the impact of winter weather and how to protect your irrigation system for a healthy lawn come spring.

Understanding Water Hammer & How to Prevent It

July 3, 2024 | Lansing

If you have a sprinkler system in your yard, you may have heard the term “water hammer” before. But what exactly is water hammer, and how do you prevent it? Below, Spartan Irrigation gives you a detailed explanation of water hammer, how it can affect your sprinkler system, and most importantly, what you can do to prevent damage.

3 Common Misconceptions About Sprinkler Systems

November 13, 2023 | Lansing

As a homeowner, installing a sprinkler system from Spartan Irrigation can be a game-changer. Not only does it save time and effort when watering your lawn and garden, but it can also help keep your plants healthy and beautiful. However, there are a lot of misconceptions about sprinkler systems that could potentially prevent you from making the investment. So, we’re busting three of the most common myths.

How Can Soil Sensors Optimize Water Usage?

September 13, 2023 | Lansing

As anyone with a sprinkler system knows, watering the lawn just right is an art form. But how exactly can you perfect your water usage and get the most efficient watering schedule? The answer is soil sensors. Soil sensors help homeowners save time and money while keeping their lawns healthy and green. So, Spartan Irrigation is here to answer all your questions about how soil sensors optimize water usage with your sprinkler system.

Why You Should Never DIY a Sprinkler Repair

3 Reasons You Should Never Attempt a DIY Sprinkler Repair

August 16, 2023 | Irrigation Systems

If you have a sprinkler system, you understand how crucial its maintenance is. But what happens when it goes awry? While it may be tempting to fix it yourself, calling in the experts at Spartan Irrigation is always your best bet. Here are three reasons you should never attempt a DIY sprinkler system repair.

How Spartan Irrigation Gets You Ready for the Holidays

December 1, 2022 | Holiday Lighting

The holidays are fast approaching, which means we’re all getting ready for the festivities, time with friends, and lots of laughs with the family. So, if your schedule is packed full of shopping and gatherings, let Spartan Irrigation take care of your holiday lighting and decorating. Here’s how and why you should choose our professional decorators this year and every year!

Top 3 Benefits of Aerating Your Lawn

August 25, 2022 | Lansing

Aerating your lawn is an important part of maintaining healthy turf. By breaking up the thatch layer, improving water penetration, and reducing compaction, aeration helps to keep your lawn looking its best. It also helps to reduce soil erosion and allows for better air exchange between the soil and atmosphere. These are just a few of the reasons you should have Spartan Irrigation aerate your turf. Here are three other benefits of aerating your lawn this fall.

3 Benefits of Summer Sprinkler Maintenance

June 22, 2022 | Battle Creek

Over the past few years, Michigan summers have become more and more extreme, with heat temperatures rising and staying for longer periods. This heat has led to a constant struggle to keep lawns watered. Your irrigation system is vital in keeping your lawn green and using water efficiently. But, when summer becomes unpredictable or intense, these sprinkler systems need regular maintenance and upkeep. So, here are three of the benefits you’ll experience from Spartan Irrigation‘s summer maintenance programs.

Holiday Lighting: 4 Safety Reasons to Hire Professionals

November 5, 2021 | Battle Creek

The joyful spirit of the upcoming holidays is in the air, and if you’re looking for a way to be festive, then you need holiday lighting. Holiday lighting is a great way to make your home or business cheery and bright. But, unfortunately, every year, thousands of people hurt themselves trying to hang strands of lights. So, if you want to injury, then here’s a list of four reasons you should hire Christmas Decor by Spartan Irrigation.

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