Leaking after winterizing
You should not have any water to your system after your sprinkler is winterized.
If you are getting a dripping outside at the backflow device or inside from your shut-off valve your system needs service.
The shut off valve for your system is failing and will need to be replaced.
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The device on the side of my house is leaking
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Does my sprinkler need to be blown out?
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