🌩️ Storm Season Prep: Protecting Valves and Controllers from Power Surges

As storm season rolls in, your sprinkler system is at greater risk than ever. Lightning strikes and power surges can cause serious (and expensive) damage to the valves, controllers, and wiring that keep your system running. But with a few proactive steps, you can safeguard your irrigation investment.

🔌 Why Power Surges Are a Threat to Sprinkler Systems

Most sprinkler controllers and valve solenoids are electronically operated. When lightning strikes nearby or power fluctuates during a storm, excess voltage can fry the internal components of:

• Irrigation controllers

• Zone valves

• Smart system sensors and Wi-Fi modules

These components aren't cheap to replace — and storm damage often isn’t covered by warranties.

🛡️ 3 Ways to Protect Your System

1. Install a Surge Protector Sprinkler Repair Professionals recommend installing a surge protection device (SPD) on your controller. This acts as the first line of defense, absorbing excess voltage before it reaches the sensitive electronics.

Protect your lawn sprinkler system this storm season.

2. Disconnect Before a Storm If you know a major storm is coming, unplug your controller and shut off the water supply to avoid unnecessary risk. This is especially effective for older systems without surge protection.

3. Schedule a Pre-Storm Inspection Sprinkler Repair Professionals Licensed Irrigator can inspect and test your surge protection, verify your controller’s settings, and ensure your valves are in good condition. We’ll help you identify any vulnerabilities before a storm hits.

💡 Pro Tip:

Power surges can also travel through low-voltage wiring connected to valve solenoids. If your system isn't properly grounded, even a distant lightning strike can cause failures across multiple zones.

🛠️ We Can Help!

Our Monthly Maintenance Package includes seasonal inspections that prepare your system for extreme weather — and priority service if something goes wrong.

👉 Contact us Today

 to schedule your Storm Season Prep Check-Up.