Adjust sprinklers for uniform watering

A newly installed sprinkler system may overwater some areas and underwater others.
Carefully consider sprinkler placement from the start, and adjust the spray patterns as needed once the system is in operation. Grouping plants according to how much water they need also will reduce wasted water. Sometimes the most effective irrigation system is no system at all.

Green points

LEED for HomesLeadership in Energy and Environmental Design. LEED for Homes is the residential green building program from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). While this program is primarily designed for and applicable to new home projects, major gut rehabs can qualify. : Up to 3 points for a high-efficiency irrigation system plus 1 point for third-party inspection (WE 2).
NGBSNational Green Building Standard Based on the NAHB Model Green Home Building Guidelines and passed through ANSI. This standard can be applied to both new homes, remodeling projects, and additions. /ICC-700: Up to 10 points for a low-volume irrigation system (801.7).

Learn more in the Green Building Encyclopedia

Landscape: Native Plants and Soil

Learn more in the Green Product Guide

Irrigation