Old Fig Garden Sprinkler Repair & Irrigation

Sprinkler Repair & Irrigation in Old Fig Garden

Sprinkler and irrigation repair for Old Fig Garden homes, from the crew that works there regularly. The two problems we see most: water pressure that’s too high, and old galvanized pipe that’s corroding.

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About Old Fig Garden

Old Fig Garden is an unincorporated community in Fresno County. The City of Fresno has grown all the way around it, so it sits in the middle of Fresno, but it isn’t part of the city. It falls in the 93704 and 93705 ZIP codes. We serve it from our Fresno location at 911 E Lansing Way.

What we see most in Old Fig Garden

In our field experience, two problems come up again and again on Old Fig Garden sprinkler systems: high water pressure, and old galvanized steel pipe that is outdated and corroding. Many homes here are older and sit on larger lots, so their irrigation was often put in decades ago and added onto over time.

Signs your water pressure is too high

Misting or fogging heads. The spray breaks into a fine mist that drifts away instead of landing on the lawn.
Blown fittings and popped heads. Fittings crack, heads or nozzles pop off, and risers split.
Leaks at valves. Valves weep or fail sooner than they should.
Drip emitters popping off or lines separating at fittings.

The fix is usually a pressure regulator on the irrigation supply, sized for the system, so every zone gets pressure the heads are built for. We check the pressure with a gauge before recommending one. Pressure-regulating heads can also help on individual zones.

Signs of corroding galvanized pipe

Low flow. Galvanized pipe corrodes from the inside. As rust builds up, the opening narrows and zones that used to reach go weak.
Leaks at threaded joints and pinhole leaks along the pipe.
Soggy spots or a water bill that creeps up, from a slow leak underground.
Rusty or discolored water at the start of a cycle.

Patching one leak on corroded galvanized pipe often moves the problem down the line. When the pipe is corroded, we usually recommend replacing the irrigation supply run with PVC. See also how to find a sprinkler line leak and repair or replace your system.

What we do

Pressure regulator installs on the irrigation supply.
Galvanized to PVC repiping of the irrigation main line and supply runs.
Valve and manifold upgrades, replacing old valves on a new manifold. See sprinkler valve repair in Fresno.
Smart controller installs and programming. See smart controllers in Fresno.
Everyday sprinkler repair: heads, nozzles, risers, leaks, and coverage.

Not sure where to start? Our free 21-point inspection runs every zone and lists each problem by valve, with what that one fix costs, so you can decide what to do first.

Watering rules in an unincorporated area

Because Old Fig Garden isn’t inside Fresno city limits, the City of Fresno watering schedule may not apply to your home. Your outdoor watering rules come from your water provider or from Fresno County. Check your water bill to see who provides your water, and ask them for the current schedule. Once you know it, we’ll program your controller to match.

Safety first: if you can’t stop the water, close the shutoff valve for the irrigation system, or the main shutoff to the house. Before you dig anywhere, call 811 to have buried utility lines marked.

Sources

Written by ACRE Landscape Co., Fresno & Clovis. Updated October 26, 2026.

Old Fig Garden sprinkler questions

Do I need a pressure regulator for my sprinkler system?

If your water pressure is higher than your heads are built for, yes. Misting heads, blown fittings, and popped heads are the usual signs. We check the pressure with a gauge before recommending one.

Why are my sprinklers misting?

Misting or fogging usually means the pressure at the head is too high. A pressure regulator on the irrigation supply, or pressure-regulating heads, brings it back into range so the water lands where it should.

What PSI should a sprinkler system be?

It depends on the heads. Spray heads, rotors, and drip each have an operating pressure range from the manufacturer. We measure your pressure and set up the regulator to match the heads on your system.

Can you replace galvanized pipe with PVC?

Yes. For irrigation, we replace corroded galvanized supply runs and main lines with PVC, then reconnect the valves and test every zone.

How long does galvanized pipe last underground?

It varies with the soil, the water, and how it was installed. What matters more is its condition: low flow, leaks at threaded joints, and rusty water are signs it’s corroding inside.

Should I replace old galvanized pipes?

If the irrigation pipe is leaking repeatedly or flow has dropped, replacing it is usually better than patching, because corrosion tends to keep spreading along the pipe. We’ll show you what we find before recommending it.

Is Old Fig Garden part of the City of Fresno?

No. Old Fig Garden is an unincorporated community in Fresno County. The City of Fresno surrounds it, but it isn’t inside city limits.

Which watering rules apply in Old Fig Garden?

They come from your water provider or Fresno County, not necessarily the City of Fresno. Check your water bill to see who your provider is and ask them for the current schedule.