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Irrigation System Inspection in South Florida

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Professional Sprinkler System Inspection & Maintenance

Your irrigation system is the foundation of your lawn's health. If it's not running correctly, if heads are clogged, zones are uneven, pressure is off, or the timer is set wrong, your lawn pays the price in brown spots, overwatered areas, disease, and a water bill that's higher than it should be. In South Florida, where every lawn depends on irrigation year-round, a poorly performing system undermines every other lawn care service.

At Royal Pest & Termite, our irrigation system inspection is a comprehensive wet check of your entire sprinkler system while it's actively running. We test every zone, inspect every head, check for leaks, evaluate water pressure, adjust spray patterns, and review your controller settings.

How to Tell If Your Sprinkler System Isn’t Working Right


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Brown or dry patches in an otherwise green lawn

If some areas of your lawn are green and others are brown, your sprinkler system likely has coverage gaps, clogged heads, or a zone that isn’t running properly. Before assuming it’s a pest or disease problem, check the irrigation.
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Soggy areas or standing water

Consistently wet or muddy spots in your yard usually indicate a leak, a broken head, or a zone that's running too long. Over-irrigation promotes root rot, fungal disease, and mosquito breeding.

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Water spraying onto sidewalks, driveways, or buildings

Overspray wastes water, creates slip hazards, and can violate local watering regulations. It usually means the heads are misaligned, the arcs need adjustment, or the heads have been knocked out of position.
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Higher-than-expected water bills

A sudden spike in your water bill without a change in usage often points to an irrigation leak, a stuck valve, or a zone running longer than programmed. An inspection can identify the source of the waste.
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Sputtering, misting, or weak spray from heads

Sputtering indicates debris in the line. Misting indicates too-high pressure. Weak spray indicates too-low pressure or a clogged nozzle. All reduce coverage and waste water.
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Heads that don’t pop up or retract

Sprinkler heads that are stuck down (no water reaches the lawn) or stuck up (lawnmower hazard and constant water loss) need to be repaired or replaced. This is one of the most common issues we find during inspections.

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Staying Compliant With Local Watering Restrictions

The South Florida Water Management District enforces watering restrictions that specify which days and times you can irrigate based on your address. Violations can result in fines. Our irrigation inspection includes a review of your controller settings to confirm your system is programmed to comply with current regulations.

Beyond compliance, proper scheduling is also about efficiency. Running your system at the right time of day (typically early morning, before sunrise) minimizes evaporation loss and ensures more water reaches the root zone.

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We've been with Royal Pest & Termite for over a year now for quarterly pest control and couldn't be happier. They handle termites, ants, bugs, you name it, without harsh smells or disrupting our schedule. Always on time and the team is genuinely helpful. In South Florida, having a reliable pest...
We've been with Royal Pest & Termite for over a year now for quarterly pest control and couldn't be happier. They handle termites, ants, bugs, you name it, without harsh smells or disrupting our schedule. Always on time and the team is genuinely helpful. In South Florida, having a reliable pest control company is a must, and these folks are top tier.

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Southwest Ranches property means more bugs, but Royal Pest & Termite keeps termites and ants under control with their quarterly plan. Techs are respectful, thorough, and always on schedule. We've avoided major issues for over a year now. Reliable service for this area.

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Royal Pest & Termite is truly exceptional! Their team is professional, knowledgeable, and extremely thorough when it comes to both pest control, fumigation services, and lawns.

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We just had tenting done at our house. Chris and his team were amazing to deal with. Quick, efficient, and very communicative process. Simone at the main office is always willing and able to help! Highly recommend them for fumigation and tenting needs.

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Chris is great, Aaron is great, Mike is great. Very good company and they take the organic approach to treating your lawn. They always pick up the phone and let you know what’s going on. They are honest and let you know that this will be a process. Can’t complain.

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Excellent service! The owner and his crew are professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain the treatment process while answering all of my questions. I highly recommend them.

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We recently had our home tented by Royal Pest & Termite, and Chris and his team truly exceeded our expectations. They communicated with us every step of the way and made the entire process smooth and stress‑free. Melissa at the main office was also incredibly helpful and always willing to...
We recently had our home tented by Royal Pest & Termite, and Chris and his team truly exceeded our expectations. They communicated with us every step of the way and made the entire process smooth and stress‑free. Melissa at the main office was also incredibly helpful and always willing to assist. We highly recommend Royal Pest & Termite for any tenting needs.

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Just had a No Tent Termite Service completed today. I live in Miramar and wanted to use a local company. I am very satisfied. The process began 2 weeks ago with their Sales Representative Aaron Wilton. I am in sales so I recognize a professional. He was knowledgeable and presented options...
Just had a No Tent Termite Service completed today. I live in Miramar and wanted to use a local company. I am very satisfied. The process began 2 weeks ago with their Sales Representative Aaron Wilton. I am in sales so I recognize a professional. He was knowledgeable and presented options clearly without pressure including attractive payment terms. The 2 techs who preformed the service were Greg and Michael who were polite, through and efficient. I would certainly recommend Royal Pest.

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Irrigation System Inspection FAQs

What does the irrigation inspection include?
Our 7-point wet check includes zone-by-zone testing with the system running, sprinkler head inspection for clogs/damage/misalignment, leak detection on pipes/valves/fittings, spray pattern adjustment, water pressure evaluation, controller and timer review, and a full coverage assessment to identify dead zones and over-watered areas. We inspect the entire system while it’s actively running so we can see real-time performance.
How often should I have my irrigation system inspected?
We recommend at least once per year. In Broward County, irrigation systems run year-round and take constant wear from heat, UV exposure, soil shifting, mower contact, and hard water buildup. An annual inspection catches clogged heads, small leaks, pressure changes, and timing issues before they cause lawn damage or inflate your water bill. If your system has had recent problems or your lawn has unexplained dry spots, scheduling an inspection sooner is a good idea.
Can you fix problems you find during the inspection?
We identify and document all issues during the inspection and can make minor adjustments on the spot, adjust spray patterns, realign heads, reprogram controllers, and clean nozzles. For repairs that require part replacement (broken heads, cracked pipes, failed valves), we’ll provide a detailed report of what needs to be fixed so you or your irrigation contractor can address them.
Why is my water bill so high?
The most common irrigation-related causes of high water bills are leaking pipes or valves, stuck valves that allow water to flow when the system is off, zones running longer than necessary, and broken heads that spray water continuously. Our inspection checks for all of these. Even a single small leak can waste thousands of gallons per month.
Why does my lawn have brown spots even though I water regularly?
Brown spots in an irrigated lawn are often caused by sprinkler coverage gaps, clogged heads, or uneven zone performance. The brown areas correspond to where water isn’t reaching, not where pests or disease are active. Before assuming it’s a pest problem, an irrigation inspection can confirm whether the brown spots align with coverage deficiencies. As a lawn care company, we can diagnose both. If it’s irrigation, we’ll let you know. If it’s chinch bugs, we’ll tell you that too.
Will you check if my system complies with local watering restrictions?
Yes. We review your controller settings to confirm that your system is programmed to water on the correct days and during the permitted hours, in accordance with South Florida Water Management District regulations. We’ll adjust the schedule if needed to bring you into compliance.
Do you inspect irrigation for HOAs and commercial properties?
Yes. We provide irrigation system inspection for residential properties, HOA communities, commercial buildings, and any property with an in-ground sprinkler system. For large-scale HOA and commercial systems, a professional inspection is especially important because coverage issues are magnified across larger landscapes. Visit our commercial lawn care page for more.