Best Home Improvement Projects for Your Home

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Best Home Improvement Projects for Your Home Top Home Improvement Projects for Every Budget Perhaps it has been some time since you made an investment into your home and you are looking for a way to make some improvements. Maybe you’ve noticed that the neighbors have been doing home improvement projects, and suddenly your house…

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How to Pick the Right Company for Your Home Irrigation System

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How to Pick the Right Company for Your Home Irrigation System Just Add a Little Water Whether your home is brand new or needs a makeover, a home irrigation system is never out of style. As a classic piece of your home, installing a home irrigation system is a great idea to keep your yard…

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Sprinkler System Winterization

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Sprinkler System Winterization Sprinkler System Winterization is a Must We are just finishing up the most beautiful time of the year here: summertime, heading into fall. The air is crisp, the football games are on, the pumpkins are decorating your doorstep. Don’t forget about your sprinkler system winterization! The Climate The State of Illinois is…

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Why You Need a Yard Sprinkler System This Summer

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Why You Need a Yard Sprinkler System This Summer Yard Sprinkler System: Is it Worth the Cost? You have just moved into a new home, or want to improve the lawn of your existing residence. You are considering a yard sprinkler system, but do not know if it is worth the cost. At American National…

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Updating Your Sprinkler Controller

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Updating Your Sprinkler Controller A well-installed, high-quality sprinkler system is designed to last for years to come. But while your system will maintain its effectiveness over time, your sprinkler controller should be upgraded periodically. Upgrading Your Controller is Easy Whenever you’re ready to update your controller, our team at American National Sprinkler and Lighting is…

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What To Look For in a Commercial Irrigation Company

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What To Look For in a Commercial Irrigation Company When you decide to install an irrigation system at your place of business, partnering with the right commercial irrigation company is a big decision. The key is to look for a company that understands the unique needs of your property to maximize the effectiveness of your…

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Why You Should Winterize Your Lawn Sprinkler System

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Why You Should Winterize Your Lawn Sprinkler Your lawn sprinkler system brings many years of service and saves you hours of labor. It waters your lawn conveniently and efficiently and frees up time to spend on more enjoyable past times. You spent precious dollars on your lawn sprinkler system when it was first installed. You…

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How Do In-Ground Sprinklers Work?

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How Do In-Ground Sprinklers Work? In-ground sprinkler systems are the best and most efficient way to water your landscape without wasting valuable water. Because sprinkler heads are strategically placed and the water output is carefully timed, in-ground sprinkler systems give you the utmost control over how and when your yard is watered. While the benefits…

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How To Troubleshoot Your Irrigation System

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How To Troubleshoot Your Irrigation System Before you call your lawn sprinkler company for a zone that will not shut off, try and troubleshoot your irrigation system first. This can be a frustrating issue when you see the zone or zones watering long after they should have shut off. It could be something a simple…

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Choosing a Lawn Sprinkler System

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What to Look for When Choosing a Lawn Sprinkler System Tips for Choosing a Lawn Sprinkler System Water is perhaps the most essential component of maintaining a healthy lawn and garden, and choosing a lawn sprinkler system is often the best way to deliver water efficiently. Without regular watering, your plants will turn brown and…

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