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Garden Sprinkler System vs. Watering Your Garden Manually: Which is the Better Choice?

In order for any garden to thrive, it needs to be watered regularly. When it comes to watering your garden/lawn, you have two main options: investing in a garden sprinkler system or watering by hand. In this article, we look at the pros and cons of each option to help you make your decision.

Pros of Garden Sprinkler Systems

While garden sprinkler systems offer many benefits, one of their advantages is the convenience they offer. Once you’ve installed your system, you no longer have to think about watering your garden. You can also expect to see an improvement in the health of your garden as it gets the right amount of water.

Potential Cons of Garden Sprinkler Systems

Although certainly worth the investment, garden sprinkler systems do require some capital, especially if you want to buy a top-quality sprinkler system. The output may also need to be adjusted from season to season, but this is easy enough to remember.

Pros of Watering Your Garden by Hand

One of the best things about watering your garden manually is spending time in nature. As you get up close and personal with your lawn and plants, you’ll be able to spot potential issues with any of your plants ahead of time.

Potential Cons of Watering Your Graden by Hand

If you are relying on hand watering, you need to be very consistent and water your lawn and garden daily. If you go away on vacation, you’ll need to get someone to come in to water your garden for you. Most gardens that are watered by hand tend to be underwatered.

Why purchase an Automatic Sprinkler System?

  • SAVE TIME: Your system will do all the watering for you.
  • SAVE WATER: An automatic system is more efficient and uses less water than watering by hand. It provides the right amount of water at the right times and in the right places.
  • SAVE MONEY: Your water bills will be lower
  • MORE BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE: Your plants will live longer.
  • REST EASY: Assurance of quality, value, and performance.
  • LESS STRESS: No need to time watch the time to move the sprinkler
  • ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOME: Well-manicured landscapes increase the value of your home.

The Final Choice

While there is no definitive answer to whether or not garden sprinkler systems are better than hand watering, you should decide which option is best for your particular set of circumstances.

If you have a large property and a busy lifestyle, you may find that an automatic garden sprinkler system is the more efficient choice. On the other hand, if you have a small garden and enjoy using a watering can and/or hose, then watering your garden manually may be better for you.

Are you interested in investing in an automaticgarden sprinkler system for your property in Ontario? Here at A.A. Waters & Brookes, we are your local experts when it comes to sprinkler system installations.

If you’d like to chat further about our services, feel free to get in touch with our friendly and knowledgeable team today.