TenderCare Lawn & Landscape Inc.
219 S. Water
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-5416

Irrigation

TenderCare irrigation systems are a “Step Ahead” of mother nature.

Will it rain today… or tomorrow? With the harsh weather conditions of Kansas, one should not take chances when it comes to irrigation of the lawn and landscaping.

Beautiful lawns and landscapes depend upon the proper degree of moisture to allow them to stay beautiful and healthy throughout the harsh months of summer and into the fall… for a healthy lawn and landscape next year.

Our irrigation experts specialize in matching the right irrigation method such as micro misters for landscaping and sprays and rotors for grass and lawn.

Our experts also provide for proper head spacing and precipitation rates for your particular situation using rain sensors and timers for the most efficient usage of moisture to insure that you, have a beautiful lawn and landscape that will wow the neighbors and save on water usage.

Don’t be “All Wet” when it comes to irrigation. TenderCare Lawn & Landscape will provide your lawn and landscape with the proper degree of moisture—not too much and not too little—to protect your investment and to save you on your water bills.

TenderCare Lawn & Landscape irrigation systems have been nationally recognized by Hunter Industries!

Click here to view our Hunter Irrigation Pledge of Excellence…

Frequently Asked Questions…

What is the difference between Poly and PVC pipe?
Poly is a flexible yet strong material that holds up to the harsh conditions present in an irrigation system very well. PVC is a strong rigid material with minimal flex that holds up moderately well under conditions present in an irrigation system. When deciding which is the best pipe for the installation you have to consider several things. First, is the system going to be trenched or plowed? Second, what are the GPM requirements of the system? Third, is the system going to be used year round or does it have to be winterized? When plowing a system the machine causes a lot of bending on the pipe and therefore does better with poly, while trenching can use either effectively. Poly pipe is most efficient at 1" diameter (21gpm or less) while PVC sizes allow good operation at multiple sizes and GPM. Lastly, poly pipe being more flexible is less susceptible to freeze damage than PVC and holds up better to resin breakdown over time when pipe is not full of water.
What is Better, plowing or trenching?
Both methods have their benefits depending on the installation. Plowing is used primarily to install pipe of 1" in diameter or less into the ground, while trenching can be used to install pipes of any sizes. Plowing is the best option for existing and new yards alike due to the fact that they cause minimal ground disturbance during installation. Where as trenching digs a ditch that tears up the ground and ultimately has to settle and be re-packed multiple times after installation.
What Sprinkler Heads are available and which is best for me?
Sprinkler heads come in two classifications: Rotor Head IrrigationRotor and Spray, although the classifications have multiple styles and types. Rotors are heads that shoot a stream of water from the head to cover large areas and have to rotate to cover the area needed. Whereas Sprays are a fixed head that spray a fan of water a shorter distance to cover the area needed all at once. Rotors can be of two major types: Gear (the type most used today) which use water pressure to cause the head to turn; and Impact (the type found on older systems)Spray Head Irrigation which use a spring and arm to turn the head. Sprays are available with special features for water control, but vary little in type. Sprays use nozzles in varying distances to cover area needed such as 8', 10', 12', and 15' diameters, but can also be made to cover specialty areas. Rotors use nozzles that have the ability to cover from 15' to 60' and more depending on water pressure and GPM available.
What is a PVB?
A PVB is a device that is installed on your irrigation system to guard against drinking water contamination from chemicals or other hazards found on your lawn. The PVB is required by the water department and must be tested once a year by a licensed tester to insure proper operation. The device has to be installed at least a foot above the highest water point of your irrigation system and must be installed by a licensed professional.
What do I have to do when winter comes?
In our region of the USA we have to blow out the sprinkler system to protect against water damage due to freezing temperatures. When winter comes you need to contact your irrigation contractor to schedule a blow out of your system. In the event freezing temperatures come before your system is winterized, you can help guard against freeze damage by turning your irrigation clock off and wrapping your PVB with insulation or a blanket. Although the only way to prevent the freeze damage is to give your irrigation contractor plenty of notice that you need your system winterized so they can have it done before the cold weather arrives.
Irrigation