It’s no secret that the majority of the continental US, including 2/3 of the west, is in a serious drought situation. Out here in Western Colorado we’ve watched the snow disappear months ahead of schedule. We’re already being asked to conserve water and summer hasn’t even arrived yet.
If you’re a commercial business owner in Grand Junction, or a property manager, etc., you know the importance of keeping your clients and residents happy. That includes having a beautiful environment in and around your building. However, rising costs and conservation efforts might have you thinking that you can’t have it all: a lovely landscaped exterior and low water bills.
Water efficiency isn’t about cutting back—it’s about operating smarter and protecting your property’s image and budget. Below we’ve listed five commercial irrigation upgrades that reduce water costs”
The first step in updating your commercial landscaping design is to let our team complete a system audit. This will show us leaking sprinkler heads, for example. It will also allow us to see where sprinklers are wasting water by spraying onto pavement or sidewalks. Finally, we’ll be able to assess inefficient spray patterns and retrofit your sprinkler heads accordingly.
Next, we’ll check for proper zoning and set up for each section of your sprinkler system. Areas of xeriscaped perennial bushes have different needs than sections of grass, for example. By making sure that each zone has the correct spray/head type (drip, sprayer, etc) and is set for the correct amount of time each day/week, your system will work more efficiently and conserve water.
There are also ways, through the City of Grand Junction, to monitor your water use. The City of Grand Junction uses an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) smart meter system to allow customers to monitor water usage in near real-time. For residents they also offer a free irrigation review. This helps determine the efficiency of your irrigation system, provides recommendations, and creates a monthly water budget that can easily reduce water use by 25% or more.
Hardscape, which includes everything from rock pavers to benches, are another way to keep your commercial irrigation costs low while still presenting a professional and manicured exterior appearance for customers and vendors.
Finally, regular maintenance is another way to make sure your commercial irrigation and landscaping stays beautiful all season long. Our team of experts can manage your irrigation system and landscaping needs through the changing Colorado weather, year after year. Reach out to us today to get started.