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New England winters can be tough on irrigation systems. Water left inside irrigation lines, valves, sprinkler heads, and other components can freeze and expand, potentially causing damage that isn't discovered until spring.
Professional irrigation winterization removes water from your system before freezing temperatures arrive, helping protect your investment and making spring startup easier.
Palmer Irrigation provides professional irrigation winterization and sprinkler blowout services across the Monadnock Region and surrounding areas of New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts.
Fall moves quickly in New Hampshire. Once nighttime temperatures begin dropping, it's time to start thinking about winterizing your irrigation system.
We recommend scheduling your winterization before freezing conditions become a concern. Waiting until the last minute can make scheduling more difficult and increases the risk of your system being exposed to freezing temperatures.
Planning ahead now can help you avoid an unnecessary spring repair.
Schedule Your Winterization
Irrigation winterization, sometimes called a sprinkler blowout, is the process of preparing an irrigation system for freezing winter temperatures.
Simply turning off the water does not necessarily remove the water remaining inside the irrigation system. A professional winterization uses compressed air to clear water from the system's irrigation lines and zones.
Because every irrigation system is different, the proper winterization process depends on the system's design, water supply, components, and configuration.
At Palmer Irrigation, we take the time to understand the system we're servicing rather than treating every property the same way.
Palmer Irrigation's winterization service is designed to prepare your irrigation system for the New Hampshire winter.
Depending on the system, the process may include:
Shutting off the irrigation water supply
Connecting appropriate compressed-air equipment
Clearing irrigation zones of remaining water
Inspecting the system during the winterization process
Addressing system-specific components that require winter preparation
Preparing the controller for the off-season
Reviewing any issues identified during the service
Providing a service report with recommendations for spring, when applicable
Our goal isn't simply to "blow out the sprinklers." It's to leave you with a better understanding of your system and any issues that may need attention when it's time to turn it back on.
When water freezes, it expands. If water remains trapped in portions of an irrigation system, that expansion can put stress on pipes, valves, sprinkler heads, backflow components, and other equipment.
A properly performed winterization helps reduce the risk of freeze-related damage.
It can also give you an opportunity to identify problems before spring.
If we notice a broken sprinkler head, leaking valve, damaged component, coverage issue, or another concern during your winterization, we'll let you know so you can make an informed decision about addressing it before the next watering season.
Good winterization isn't just about closing your system for winter. It's about setting it up for a better spring.
The ideal timing depends on the weather, your property's conditions, and the irrigation system itself.
In New Hampshire, irrigation winterization generally takes place during the fall, before sustained freezing temperatures arrive. Many systems are winterized during September and October, although the appropriate timing can vary from year to year.
Don't wait until the first hard freeze is in the forecast to start looking for an appointment.
Fall winterization is a seasonal service, and appointment availability can become limited as temperatures drop.
If you're wondering whether it's time to schedule your sprinkler blowout, contact Palmer Irrigation and we'll help you determine the right timing for your system.
Yes.
Whether Palmer Irrigation installed your system or you're taking care of an irrigation system that was installed by another company, an existing sprinkler system still needs to be properly prepared for winter.
We work with existing residential irrigation systems and can evaluate the system as part of the seasonal service.
Not sure exactly what equipment you have?
That's okay. We'll assess the system and explain what we're seeing rather than expecting you to already know how everything works.
Palmer Irrigation is a local, family-owned irrigation company based in Chesterfield, New Hampshire.
We understand the seasonal demands of irrigation systems in New England and the importance of preparing them for the conditions ahead.
When you hire Palmer Irrigation, you're not just handing your irrigation system off to an unknown crew. The owner works every job or is on the job, helping ensure the work meets our standards.
If we find an issue with your system, we'll tell you what we found and explain your options.
We believe you should understand what your irrigation system needs before deciding what to do next.
Your irrigation system doesn't have to be one we installed.
We service existing systems and work with a variety of irrigation equipment and configurations.
Palmer Irrigation provides irrigation winterization and sprinkler blowout services throughout Cheshire County and surrounding communities in New Hampshire, including the Keene and Chesterfield areas.
We also serve select communities in Vermont and Massachusetts.
If you're not sure whether your property is within our service area, contact us.
We'd be happy to talk through your location and irrigation system.
The cost of irrigation winterization depends on the size and configuration of your system, including the number of zones and system-specific components.
Contact Palmer Irrigation for pricing based on your system.
In New Hampshire, winterization is typically performed in the fall before sustained freezing temperatures arrive. Scheduling early can help ensure you have an appointment before the seasonal rush.
The terms are often used interchangeably. A sprinkler blowout generally refers to using compressed air to clear water from irrigation lines. Winterization is the broader process of preparing the irrigation system for the winter, which may include additional steps depending on the system.
Some homeowners choose to attempt their own winterization, but irrigation systems vary significantly in their design and components. Using improper air pressure or failing to properly prepare certain components can potentially damage the system.
If you're unsure how your system should be winterized, professional service can help reduce the risk of costly mistakes.
Water left in portions of an irrigation system can freeze and expand, potentially damaging pipes, valves, sprinkler heads, and other components.
Damage may not become apparent until the system is started again in the spring.
Yes. Palmer Irrigation services existing irrigation systems, including systems installed by other companies.
Yes. Winterization prepares the system for the off-season; spring startup prepares it to return to operation. Palmer Irrigation offers seasonal irrigation maintenance to help keep your system operating properly throughout the year.
Don't wait until freezing temperatures arrive.
Schedule your irrigation winterization with Palmer Irrigation and head into winter knowing your sprinkler system has been properly prepared.