"trailer" wrote in message
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I'm currently considering a lawn sprinkler system for my front (only)
yard.
I would have this installed through a lawn sprinkler company.

Since I've never had a lawn sprinkler system, I was wondering about the
advantages/disadvantages of installing and using one.

Currently, I just use the regular type sprinklers (using hoses) to water
my
yard. I would expect that an underground sprinkler system would provide a
better way of covering my yard.

Would a sprinkler system save me money and use less water? The quoted
cost
for installed system is well above $2K from a respected company.

I live in northern Texas.


something else to consider to save money (if you have combined water and
sewer bills) is to have a 2nd water meter installed only on the sprinkler
system. That way you won't be paying the sewer portion of the 2nd bill
since you won't be using it. Of course, you'll have to check with your
utility company to be sure they offer that as a possibility.

jc