Sprinkler Issues? Why Your Irrigation System Might Be Costing You More Than You Think

Noah Lopez
Oct 27
2 min read

If your yard always looks dry, patchy, or uneven — it might not be the heat.

It could be your sprinklers.

At Legacy Yard Maintenance, we come across irrigation issues all the time while mowing, weeding, or doing yard cleanups. The good news? Most of them are simple problems with simple fixes — if you catch them early.

Let’s break down what to look for and why it matters 👇

🚨 5 Signs You Might Have a Sprinkler Problem

✅ Dry spots in the lawn

One area of the grass always looks dead or yellow? Your sprinkler heads may be clogged, misaligned, or just not reaching.

✅ Water pooling or soggy patches

This usually means overwatering or a leak underground — and it can lead to fungus, pests, or even foundation damage if near the house.

✅ Misting instead of spraying

If your system looks like it’s “fogging” the lawn, that’s low water pressure — often from cracked heads or a broken regulator.

✅ High water bills

If your utility bill spiked and you didn’t change your habits, your irrigation system may be leaking… somewhere you can’t see.

✅ Sprinklers watering the driveway or fence

This is the most common one. Misaligned heads can waste gallons of water every week — and you’re paying for it.

💧 Why It Matters

Irrigation issues do more than mess up your lawn:

They waste water (and money)
They can kill your plants or trees over time
They lead to more weed growth and uneven patches
They can create mosquito-prone standing water zones

That’s why even if you’re not ready to overhaul your system, it helps to have someone check things out during a regular service visit or yard cleanup.