{"id":124,"date":"2024-01-19T04:17:39","date_gmt":"2024-01-19T04:17:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hudsonirrigationandlighting.com\/?page_id=124"},"modified":"2026-03-09T23:54:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T23:54:44","slug":"spring-startup","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hudsonirrigationandlighting.com\/index.php\/spring-startup\/","title":{"rendered":"SPRING STARTUP"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Spring Irrigation Start-ups in Surrey & Metro Vancouver<\/h1>

Don\u2019t just turn on the tap\u2014start your season right.<\/b><\/h3>

As the frost leaves the ground in Metro Vancouver, your irrigation system needs more than just a “flip of the switch.” After a long BC winter, pipes can settle, seals can dry out, and heads can shift.<\/p>

At Hudson Irrigation and Lighting<\/b>, our IIABC-certified technicians provide professional Spring Start-ups<\/b> to ensure your system is running at peak efficiency, saving you water and preventing costly mid-summer repairs.<\/p>

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What\u2019s Included in Our Spring Start-up Service?<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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  • \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tControlled Main Valve Activation: We slowly pressurize the main line to prevent \"water hammer\" and pipe bursts.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
  • \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVisual Inspection: Checking the backflow preventer and main lines for winter damage or leak<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
  • \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tZone-by-Zone Testing: Running every station to ensure all heads are popping up and retracting correctly.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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    • \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHead Adjustment: Aligning nozzles to ensure water is hitting your grass\u2014not your driveway or windows.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
    • \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tController Programming: Setting your timer for early-season watering needs and local municipal water restrictions.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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      Why Choose a Professional Start-up?<\/h2>

      1. Environmentally & Economically Efficient<\/b><\/h3>

      We use the latest technology to ensure your system uses exactly the amount of water your landscape needs\u2014and not a drop more. This protects the environment and your wallet.<\/p>

      2. Certified Expertise<\/b><\/h3>

      As members of the Irrigation Industry Association of British Columbia<\/b>, we stay up-to-date on the best practices and newest smart-irrigation tech.<\/p>

      3. Specialized for Every Property<\/b><\/h3>

      Whether you are managing a Strata complex<\/b>, a Commercial warehouse<\/b>, or your Family home<\/b>, we tailor our start-up process to the unique needs of your landscape.<\/p>

      “A small leak in a sprinkler system can waste over 6,000 gallons of water a month. Our spring service catches those issues before they cost you.”<\/b><\/p><\/blockquote>

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      Book Your Spring Start-up Today<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Frequently Asked Questions: Spring Irrigation Start-ups<\/b><\/h2>

      When is the best time for an irrigation start-up in Surrey & Metro Vancouver?<\/b><\/h3>

      Typically, the “Goldilocks” window is between mid-March and late April<\/b>. You want to wait until the risk of a deep ground freeze has passed but get the system running before the May 1st Metro Vancouver water restrictions begin.<\/p>

      Can I just turn the water on myself?<\/b><\/h3>

      You can<\/i>, but the “turn and pray” method often leads to “Water Hammer”\u2014a surge of pressure that can literally crack your main line or blow out valves. Our technicians use a controlled-fill process to safely pressurize the system and catch hidden leaks that could cost you hundreds in water bills later.<\/p>

      How do Metro Vancouver\u2019s water restrictions affect my start-up?<\/b><\/h3>

      Stage 1 water restrictions usually begin May 1st<\/b>. Getting your start-up done in March or April allows us to program your controller to be fully compliant with local bylaws from day one, avoiding potential fines.<\/p>

      Do I need a backflow test at the same time as my start-up?<\/b><\/h3>

      Yes! Most municipalities in the Metro Vancouver area require certified backflow testing annually<\/b>. Performing this during your spring start-up is the most efficient way to ensure your property is safe and compliant for the rest of the year.<\/p>

      What happens if your technician finds a broken sprinkler head?<\/b><\/h3>

      Because our vans are fully stocked we can usually perform minor repairs on the spot during your start-up. If it\u2019s a larger issue, we\u2019ll provide an impartial quote before any additional work begins.<\/p>

      Are your technicians certified?<\/b><\/h3>

      Absolutely. Hudson Irrigation and Lighting technicians are fully trained members of the Irrigation Industry Association of British Columbia (IIABC)<\/b>. We follow the highest industry standards for water conservation and system design<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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