Underground sprinkler leaks are not always obvious. Some broken pipes create dramatic flooding, while smaller leaks may only show up as weak pressure or a persistently wet patch of lawn.
Common signs of an irrigation leak
- A wet or muddy area appears only when a particular zone runs
- Several heads on one zone suddenly have weak pressure
- Water bubbles up through soil or turf
- One area remains unusually green or soft
- A sprinkler head has water escaping around its base
Why low pressure matters
Water escaping underground reduces the volume and pressure available to the sprinkler heads downstream. A sudden pressure change combined with a wet area can be an important diagnostic clue.
Not every wet spot is a broken pipe
Low-head drainage, poor soil drainage, a damaged sprinkler body, or a valve that does not close completely can create similar symptoms. The timing of the water helps distinguish these causes.
Finding the actual break
A technician can run individual zones, observe pressure and spray patterns, inspect heads and fittings, and narrow the leak location before excavation.
For sprinkler leak diagnosis and repair in Bloomfield Hills and nearby communities, call or text (248) 970-0700.
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