Most sprinkler problems start with a symptom you can see: a zone that stays dry, water that won’t stop, a soggy spot, or a controller that’s gone blank. Find your symptom below to see the likely causes and the next thing to check.
Zones & valves
- Sprinkler zone won't turn on
- Sprinkler zone won't shut off
- Sprinkler valve leaking
- Sprinkler valve won't open
- Sprinkler valve won't close
- Valve box full of water
- Several zones not working
- Solenoid problem
Whole system
Leaks & pipes
- Sprinkler leaking
- Underground sprinkler leak
- Sprinkler pipe leak
- Backflow preventer leaking
- Water pooling in the yard
Heads & coverage
Controllers & wiring
Water won’t stop?
A zone that won’t shut off, a broken mainline or a spraying backflow device can waste a lot of water quickly. See how to stop the water.
Not sure which problem you have?
Start the sprinkler diagnosis and answer a few questions about what your system is doing.
