Sprinkler Timers – The Basics

Large gardens or lawns require sprinkler systems to provide the water they need–trying to irrigate any other way is too labor intensive and nearly impossible to do well. The recent droughts in some areas and the economy have increased the interest in and use of a sprinkler timer for these sprinkler systems. They not only ensure gardens get the water they need to avoid overwatering or drowning plants when sprinklers are accidentally left on.

Manufacturers have many plenty great lawn sprinkler timers available with lots of unique features. The sprinkler timer you choose should meet your specific needs and your specific budget. Some examples of timers available on the market and that might interest you are these.

Toro ECxtra 6-Zone

The rather sophisticated Toro sprinkler timer has some great money-saving features for those whose water runs through a meter. It senses rainfall or if there has been a good soaking from a downpour. When it senses that the soil now has reached the level of dryness than require renewing the previous watering schedule, it kicks in automatically, remembering the time of last usage. You don’t need to go outside in the wet or lightning to turn off the sprinklers.

You can change the sprinkling schedule from the comfort of your computer chair. You do not have to go outside in any weather or in the dark if you suddenly realize that you will be gone for vacation and want to re-adjust the schedule, or have added or removed plants that require a different watering schedule. You don’t even have to be at home to access your water sprinkler timers.

More Models

Of course, the Toro is not the only model available, and if you want to check out features available, you can go online. With a little research you will find shopping is a breeze. Remember price is not the whole story–you want a system that is reliable, easy to operate and comes with a solid warranty. A good timer for sprinkler system product that keeps you from wasting water could pay for itself over time and be well worth the investment.

Prices and Bargains

Your only problem with selecting a timer will be wading through the large number of potential ones available online at virtually any retailer who deals in gardening accessories. Taking a little extra time to compare prices will be a good investment and result in savings if you find a site with the identical product at a sales price. Always consider shipping when evaluating how good a deal is–if you have to pay for shipping on some sites but not on others that could be the real price difference.