After a cold winter you can usually expect some outdoor plumbing leaks. Outdoor faucets, even when they are freeze-proof faucets, can leak due to frozen pipes. Leaks can also be the result of wear and tear on fixtures that builds up over time.

When faced with a leak on a frost free faucet, the fix will depend on the reason for the leak. A broken valve pipe will require replacing the frost free faucet. If the leak is due to wear it may be possible to repair the freeze-proof faucet.

As the weather heats up it is once again time to reverse the winterizing process throughout the home. The process of de-winterizing includes the evaporative or swamp cooler.

The steps to dewinterize a swamp cooler are quite simple and can usually be completed fairly quickly. as long as you don't encounter frozen pipe damage. Take a look at this guide that walks you through the process.

Dewinterize a swamp cooler

How can a sprinkler valve be missing? It isn't as if it can be picked up and moved right. Well, this may seem like a strange problem, but it isn't that uncommon to be unaware of the location of a sprinkler valve.

If the sprinkler system installer didn't provide a diagram or if the system was installed by a previous homeowner the precise location of every sprinkler valve can easily be unknown. This is especially true of below ground sprinkler valves.

If you find yourself in this predicament take a look at some suggestions for how to find a sprinkler valve that can help make your search a little easier.

Looking for an easy way to add a sprinkler head to an existing irrigation system. Consider using a PVC saddle tee fitting. These fittings allow you to add a tee without having to cut the water line so the amount of digging necessary is quite a bit less than when using a traditional tee.

Installing a saddle tee is fairly easy and quick so you can add a sprinkler head in less time and with less work.