Do I need an irrigation system?
Short answer is Yes. An automatic irrigation system is designed to help you and your garden. It would save you time(no more manual watering) and help your garden thrive by developing stronger and healthier grass, plants and trees. It would save water by delivering the precise amount when it is needed. When system is designed and build properly it will require minimal maintenance throughout the years.
What is a smart controller?
Smart controller is a controller that is using different measurements to deliver the optimal amount of water. As anything, development of smart controllers has accelerated in the past decade. Today they can use the latest data from you local weather forecast and your rain sensor in order to calculate how much water is needed thus improving water savings. Wi-Fi access will allow you to make adjustments to the system from your phone.
What is drip irrigation?
These are systems designed to deliver water in the form of small droplets directly to the root area of the plants throughout the day. This system will reduce the amount of weeds and prevent disease. The efficiency of the system is very high(less than 10% water loss) which will further reduce water waste.
Can I winterize the system myself?
Although possible it is not advisable to do so. If the system is not closed properly the potential damage is far grater than any savings you can realize.