When hard-freeze temperatures are forecasted, protect your landscaping and irrigation system from costly damage.
A few simple steps can make a big difference:
1. Winterize Your Irrigation System
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Drain exposed pipes, backflow preventers, and above-ground valves.
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Turn off your irrigation controller until temperatures rise.
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Shut off the main water supply to your irrigation system if possible.
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Insulate backflow devices, valves, and any exposed piping with insulation or blankets if they cannot be drained.
2. Protect Your Plants
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Cover sensitive plants with frost cloth, sheets, or burlap (avoid plastic directly on plants).
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Water plants before the freeze—moist soil holds heat better than dry soil.
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Add mulch around the base of plants to insulate roots.
3. After the Freeze
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Wait until temperatures stabilize before uncovering plants.
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Check for broken sprinkler heads, cracked pipes, or leaks before restarting your system.
Need help?
If you’d like professional help winterizing your irrigation system or covering plants, our team is happy to help.
